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La Mecque by G. Willow Wilson

mirpanda277's review against another edition

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5.0

This series is so good!! I read other comics, and when I don't like this or that, I nearly convince myself that's just the genre: it's gory, hyper-sexual, graphic, disturbing, death & torture ridden, and makes me feel icky & tired by the end of it. G. Willow Wilson's writing makes me love the genre again--I have fun reading it, even when I'm scared for what comes next. These are the types of stories I want to read again and again.

Also, I need more romantic moments between Kamala/Ms. Marvel and Kareem/Laal Khanjeer! <3 *swoon*

mairimav's review against another edition

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4.0

I've said it many times before, I'm going to repeat myself. I love Ms Marvel so much. it gets better with each volume, it's political as fuck (this volume is set during Eid), it deals with the real world politics of superheroes and gentrification and policing of immigrant neighbourhoods. Two more volumes left and I'm shaking

burstnwithbooks's review against another edition

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4.0

I love Ms. Marvel! She’s totally awesome and I always have a fantastic time reading her stories.

girlreading's review against another edition

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5.0

The social commentary, the politics, the humour, the action sequences, the family dynamics, the angst.
Y. E. S.
I will never stop shouting about this series. It's a gift to and from Marvel and I hope one day they give the series, G. Willow Wilson and Kamala, the true appreciation they deserve.

jcarvajal23's review against another edition

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4.0

This is such a consistent and entertaining graphic novel series. Another great addition to the series where the action doesn't let up and the characters are the star.

jobridge's review against another edition

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adventurous funny hopeful inspiring fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

samuri's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging funny hopeful inspiring reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

nerdynatreads's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional funny 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

3.5

 Bummed that this dropped back down from the 4-star ratings because the volume itself was really split between the first three issues and the last two, each section working as its own story and also looking like it had its own artists.

The first three, which focused on a more political storyline, also felt a little like a rehashing of prior events from this series, but the emotions and exploration of Kamala’s imposter syndrome and the tie-ins to Eid were well handled that I didn’t mind it too much.

The latter two issues brought back Red Dagger, which I was excited about at first, but the writing was just too much. Cringey and over the top, trying way too hard to turn a runaway train adventure into this drawn-out realization that Kamala needs to focus more time on herself. 

lifeamongpages's review against another edition

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adventurous tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

marobbins's review against another edition

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4.0

Issues 19-23 were amazing and very timely during this political climate. They boldly touched upon issues regarding immigration, race, and not making assumptions about people. There are excerpts that I want to bring into classroom settings. I thought the momentum slowed down a little bit toward the end of the Volume, but overall, I really enjoyed this collection. I have mixed feelings about the arrival of Red Dagger, but hopefully, the writers will use his character as a way to bring in some gender social commentary. I hope to see more glimpses of Bruno's life in Wakanda, as he's always been one of my favorite characters. If you know of a spin-off series that he becomes a part of, I'd love to hear about it. :)