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4.31 AVERAGE
4.31 AVERAGE
What begins so well in Bitch Planet Vol. 1 doesn't miss a beat in Vol. 2, as we get even deeper into the wheels that turn the Patriarchy, and the seeds of hope for revolution that exist even in a far-off penal world where women are sent to be forgotten. The volume ends with a terrific reveal that sets up the story for something remarkable to follow.
Volume one of this series introduced us to a future where the dystopian concept of a patriarchal society goes to very scary places. While The Handmaid's Tale takes a softer approach to putting women in their place, Bitch Planet takes more extreme measures with its non-compliant women. They are sent to, well, the Bitch Planet, a penal planet for women. This collection of issues steps back in time to tell us about Maiko's life before her untimely death and how she came to be imprisoned for murder. Meanwhile, the inmates are still reeling from the events that led to her death, and Maiko's dad, the designer of the facilities, just wants to speak to his beloved daughter. The tension is all kinds of boiling over and, Kam is determined to keep the ball rolling, no matter how much it hurts.
This is a series that literally pulls no punches in any way. The women come in all shapes and sizes, inside and out, and the exaggerated concept of their incarceration and domination, both on and off the planet, hits far too close to home in this day and age. This is not a light read, but it is a great read if you want to get your feminist rage on. I just need to find a spot for my non-compliant tattoo.
This is a series that literally pulls no punches in any way. The women come in all shapes and sizes, inside and out, and the exaggerated concept of their incarceration and domination, both on and off the planet, hits far too close to home in this day and age. This is not a light read, but it is a great read if you want to get your feminist rage on. I just need to find a spot for my non-compliant tattoo.
Continuation of Bitch Planet which is always inspiring to see how sisters are doing it for themselves (yes, now you too can have that song in your head). There is backstory on some characters and an insurrection.
Still loving this series, can't wait for volume 3.
The first book was mostly setup world building but this story moved a much larger story arc forward. Really looking forward to seeing how these bigger scenes come together later, sense most of the stories in this volume are just starting.
The first book was mostly setup world building but this story moved a much larger story arc forward. Really looking forward to seeing how these bigger scenes come together later, sense most of the stories in this volume are just starting.
Bitch Planet is getting better! I enjoyed this story and the plot and characters were much clearer than in the first volume. The message is timely - Handmaid's Tale but on a prison planet. Looking forward to BP3.
challenging
dark
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I love the addition of the trans women, it feels like I found myself in a comic. Definitely going to come back to this.
Another fantastic volume of "Bitch Planet." DeConnick has outdone herself. I love the flashback into Meiko's upbringing that helps shed light on later events. Whitney continues to be awful, but 🤷🏽♀️
I love the inter sectionalism that she continues to display. That, coupled with the critical thinking questions presented at the end of each volume intended to make you think hard about the concepts that she presents is as wonderfully refreshing as the content is gritty and anger-inspiring.
I love the inter sectionalism that she continues to display. That, coupled with the critical thinking questions presented at the end of each volume intended to make you think hard about the concepts that she presents is as wonderfully refreshing as the content is gritty and anger-inspiring.
Kind of just didn't really go anywhere. Still interesting though, but a downgrade from the first volume I think
The author certainly knows how to bring arcs to climaxes. I think I would have appreciated it more if I had re-read Vol. 1, but President Bitch does quite well on its own. Some striking art and page layouts along the way as well.