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amyjoy's review against another edition
4.0
March 2024: This gets docked in the rating because I don't like Jack, and even though the story included here is not quite as irritating as some other ones, I would always rather read about anyone else.
The main story is good. I am glad to see the beginnings of Snow and Bigby being together, even though I had forgotten just how long it takes for them to finally, really get together.
This is one of those volumes, though, where not a lot happens. It's mostly setting pieces in place for the next big thing, plus a few one off issues.
The main story is good. I am glad to see the beginnings of Snow and Bigby being together, even though I had forgotten just how long it takes for them to finally, really get together.
This is one of those volumes, though, where not a lot happens. It's mostly setting pieces in place for the next big thing, plus a few one off issues.
loper100's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
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
5.0
Fantastic. Each volume of this series increases in intrigue and quality.
susannacantele's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Best comic series of All time
linda_don's review against another edition
3.0
There were some plot problems with this issue, but I enjoyed seeing Bluebeard and Prince Charming's characters develop as both men became increasingly aware of their own flaws and reacted to that knowledge.
As far as the central romance goes, the final scene between Bigby and Snow was frustrating and felt cheap. Surprise pregnancies in fiction usually seem like gimmicky attempts to throw a couple together, and "a magic potion made us do it in a tent and then forget about it" explanation doesn't improve much. I'm hoping that better things lie ahead.
As far as the central romance goes, the final scene between Bigby and Snow was frustrating and felt cheap. Surprise pregnancies in fiction usually seem like gimmicky attempts to throw a couple together, and "a magic potion made us do it in a tent and then forget about it" explanation doesn't improve much. I'm hoping that better things lie ahead.
fogisbeautiful's review against another edition
4.0
Whew, this book was creepy! I liked it, but there were several places that I wasn't really satisfied with what happened (especially concerning my favorite 'ship!). I'm interested to see how it all pans out in the fourth volume, but... let's put this under a spoiler warning, shall we?
Anyway, having said all that, the story was actually pretty good, I LOVED the Mouse Police! :) And I'm already jumping right into Volume Four!
Spoiler
I did not like how they got Bigby and Snow to hook up. VERY unsatisfactory! I wanted them to be together because they realized they were perfect for each other on their own! Not because they were under some enchantment and now have a freaking BABY! Ugh. Not cool Fables. Not. Cool. Also, I am so not convinced that Goldilocks is dead. I will believe it when I see a body and not before! Super creepy. Same goes for Bluebeard (even though we did technically see a body, but I just have a hard time believing that he came to such an unsatisfactory end).Anyway, having said all that, the story was actually pretty good, I LOVED the Mouse Police! :) And I'm already jumping right into Volume Four!
taitet327's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
jgintrovertedreader's review against another edition
4.0
The story of the Fable refugees continues, this time with a focus on the many forms of storybook love.
I was much happier with this volume than with the previous one. I'm on firmer footing with love stories, however fractured they may be, than with a retelling of Animal Farm.
There's not really a big plot arc here--it's more like a collection of short stories than a novel, but I enjoyed them. I particularly liked the charming tale of the marooned Lilliputian army as well as Snow White and Bigby's continuing...denials. I'm from the Southern Appalachians, a region well-known for our "Jack Tales," so seeing one of those represented here was also a bonus. There was also a death I found to be shocking. I'd assumed this person would be around for a long time!
I still enjoy the quality of the artwork and appreciate the scope. From a typical, happily-ever-after quest tale to a gory blood bath, it's all represented well here.
I don't have much else to write except that I'll be picking the next one up sooner rather than later. If, like me, you were a little turned off by Volume 2, don't hesitate to pick up Volume 3. You'll be back in fairy tale territory.
I was much happier with this volume than with the previous one. I'm on firmer footing with love stories, however fractured they may be, than with a retelling of Animal Farm.
There's not really a big plot arc here--it's more like a collection of short stories than a novel, but I enjoyed them. I particularly liked the charming tale of the marooned Lilliputian army as well as Snow White and Bigby's continuing...denials. I'm from the Southern Appalachians, a region well-known for our "Jack Tales," so seeing one of those represented here was also a bonus. There was also a death I found to be shocking. I'd assumed this person would be around for a long time!
I still enjoy the quality of the artwork and appreciate the scope. From a typical, happily-ever-after quest tale to a gory blood bath, it's all represented well here.
I don't have much else to write except that I'll be picking the next one up sooner rather than later. If, like me, you were a little turned off by Volume 2, don't hesitate to pick up Volume 3. You'll be back in fairy tale territory.
sasha_is_reading's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- 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
4.0