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the_literary_cat's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I personally found this introduction to the Suicide Squad a bit chaotic, but I liked the dynamic between all the characters. Harley was definitely the standout throughout this volume, and she wasn’t as insane as she can be, which I liked.
_luxpins's review
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
jenibus's review against another edition
2.0
Overall extremely chaotic and confusing entrance into the Suicide Squad. Most of the volume is spent swapping out members which made it difficult for me to follow who was who (having similar names like Deadshot and Deathstroke didn't help). Harley was the standout throughout the entire book, and this pretty much nailed down my desire to read more comics that focus entirely on her. I'll probably check out the 2nd volume to see if we can settle down on more of a plot after the team is properly established, but for right now, this volume was lackluster and disappointing.
brittanymariereads's review against another edition
4.0
I didn’t know a lot about the characters or story line when I first started New Suicide Squad Vol. 1. In fact, I didn’t really know what to expect since I had never read a graphic novel before. This volume consisted eight issues. There were two separate missions consisting of four issues each with an ongoing story line throughout all eight issues.
I found that reading a graphic novel is pretty much identical to reading any other book but with the addition of artwork. I loved the art! Not only did it add to the ongoing written story but it told a story all by itself. If you were to take away all of the written words the art would still be able to tell an amazing story. There was amazing attention to detail to both the art and the layout. I loved the style and everything about it was bold. The Joker’s Daughter was my favorite piece of art in the entire volume. She was dark and creepy and so incredibly well drawn.
Obviously the story is just as important as the art and I was not disappointed! There was a large cast of characters with Mrs. Waller, Vic Sage, Black Manta, Harley Quinn and Deadshot appearing in all eight issues and many other characters appearing in one of the two missions within the volume. My favorite character was either Joker’s Daughter or Harley Quinn. They were both balancing on the line of sanity and I loved their relationship throughout the first four issues. I also really enjoyed the struggle for power between Mrs. Waller and Vic Sage.
As far as the plot goes I thought that it was wonderful. It was well thought out and flowed flawlessly from issue to issue. It was packed with action from the first page to the last. A task force consisting of villains is such a fun idea and I think that it was executed perfectly. I enjoyed every minute of my first graphic novel and I plan on reading more in the future. I think that the highest complement that I can give The New Suicide Squad Vol. 1 is that it has converted me to a lover of graphic novels. I highly recommend it!
You can read this review and more on my blog!
http://brittanymariereads.wordpress.com
I found that reading a graphic novel is pretty much identical to reading any other book but with the addition of artwork. I loved the art! Not only did it add to the ongoing written story but it told a story all by itself. If you were to take away all of the written words the art would still be able to tell an amazing story. There was amazing attention to detail to both the art and the layout. I loved the style and everything about it was bold. The Joker’s Daughter was my favorite piece of art in the entire volume. She was dark and creepy and so incredibly well drawn.
Obviously the story is just as important as the art and I was not disappointed! There was a large cast of characters with Mrs. Waller, Vic Sage, Black Manta, Harley Quinn and Deadshot appearing in all eight issues and many other characters appearing in one of the two missions within the volume. My favorite character was either Joker’s Daughter or Harley Quinn. They were both balancing on the line of sanity and I loved their relationship throughout the first four issues. I also really enjoyed the struggle for power between Mrs. Waller and Vic Sage.
As far as the plot goes I thought that it was wonderful. It was well thought out and flowed flawlessly from issue to issue. It was packed with action from the first page to the last. A task force consisting of villains is such a fun idea and I think that it was executed perfectly. I enjoyed every minute of my first graphic novel and I plan on reading more in the future. I think that the highest complement that I can give The New Suicide Squad Vol. 1 is that it has converted me to a lover of graphic novels. I highly recommend it!
You can read this review and more on my blog!
http://brittanymariereads.wordpress.com
katieb_883's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
lberestecki's review against another edition
3.0
Pretty average overall, but I really liked Harley in this volume. It's always nice to see her realizing the Joker is a tool, and she wasn't quite as zany as she often is, which I liked.
Received from NetGalley.
Received from NetGalley.
phoenixrose14's review against another edition
3.0
Pure Insanity follows the ever changing Suicide Squad on two missions in different countries, while checking back with the ever strong independent women, Amanda Waller - Leader of the Squad.
This issue contains some very beautiful art work, some funny dialogue and high-paced action scenes.
While the story is a little lackluster, the characters are always entertaining, so in short this was a fun time with the Squad.
Action-Packed & Quick
This issue contains some very beautiful art work, some funny dialogue and high-paced action scenes.
While the story is a little lackluster, the characters are always entertaining, so in short this was a fun time with the Squad.
Action-Packed & Quick
a_h_haga's review against another edition
3.0
This seemed a little more like what I wanted from the original Suicide Squad comics.
So far we actually got a story in this one.
The art is mostly fine, as well.
Kinda unsure what to expect from the rest of the series, seeing how I ended up not liking the original series so much, with all the jumping.
Only time will tell, though.
So far we actually got a story in this one.
The art is mostly fine, as well.
Kinda unsure what to expect from the rest of the series, seeing how I ended up not liking the original series so much, with all the jumping.
Only time will tell, though.