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geekwayne's review against another edition
4.0
'Orphan Black: Helsinki' by Graeme Manson and John Fawcett tells a story from the universe of the tv show. I'm not that familiar with the show, but I had no trouble following what was happening.
A young girl named Veera is a recluse. She has a scar on her face and lives with who she supposes to be her uncle. She discovers things about this man that lead her to flee. She also goes in search of other girls like her, and finds out they are more like her than she thought. A large group of look alike girls that can only be clones. Meanwhile, a shady organization is on the lookout for these girls. Even when face to face with each other, some of the girls refuse to believe there is anything going on.
I've wanted to see the show, and this made me more intrigued to check it out. It apparently takes place from a reference in the third season. As far as TV tie ins, I've read a lot worse.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Diamond Book Distributors, IDW Publishing, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
A young girl named Veera is a recluse. She has a scar on her face and lives with who she supposes to be her uncle. She discovers things about this man that lead her to flee. She also goes in search of other girls like her, and finds out they are more like her than she thought. A large group of look alike girls that can only be clones. Meanwhile, a shady organization is on the lookout for these girls. Even when face to face with each other, some of the girls refuse to believe there is anything going on.
I've wanted to see the show, and this made me more intrigued to check it out. It apparently takes place from a reference in the third season. As far as TV tie ins, I've read a lot worse.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Diamond Book Distributors, IDW Publishing, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
ogreart's review against another edition
3.0
Welcome to a whole new clone club. When Veera discovers her "uncle" has been spying on her room with a hidden camera, she decides he is a perv and runs away. Having seen other names in his computer, thinking they are also victims of her uncle's perverse hobby, she decides to go to them and let them know. Things get strange from there.
For years now, the name Helsinki has been a code word of dread. But what happened to the clones of Helsinki that makes it a byword for disaster? Finally we find out.
The story is tight. The author does a good job showing the differences between the clones. I especially liked the touch of a pair of the clones being raised as twins. He also, in true prequel form, sets up future events in the series such as the relationship between Rachel and Ferdinand.
I was given an ARC of this through netgalley.com and it left the last part of the story out. I found that a little frustrating as I wanted to see if any of the clones in Helsinki made it through the massacre.
For years now, the name Helsinki has been a code word of dread. But what happened to the clones of Helsinki that makes it a byword for disaster? Finally we find out.
The story is tight. The author does a good job showing the differences between the clones. I especially liked the touch of a pair of the clones being raised as twins. He also, in true prequel form, sets up future events in the series such as the relationship between Rachel and Ferdinand.
I was given an ARC of this through netgalley.com and it left the last part of the story out. I found that a little frustrating as I wanted to see if any of the clones in Helsinki made it through the massacre.
rdyourbookcase's review against another edition
3.0
I am so glad that we have graphic novels related to Orphan Black! I enjoyed reading Helsinki, but I need to go back and rewatch everything. The artwork depicted the world and the characters well, and in general, I liked it. Reading the book definitely isn’t the same as watching the show, but it’s fun. I think I’ll come back and reread this after I have rewatched Orphan Black.
alesandra's review against another edition
5.0
I'm probably dead now.
I'm so so sorry MK...
This was just as good as the tv show.
What I loved a lot was the artwork, but I somehow didn't always see that all the clones looked alike. Might just be me though.
If you love the show, you should definitely read this.
I'm so so sorry MK...
This was just as good as the tv show.
What I loved a lot was the artwork, but I somehow didn't always see that all the clones looked alike. Might just be me though.
If you love the show, you should definitely read this.
rebyz92's review against another edition
4.0
Wow Ferdinand is a total piece of shit and Rachel is extremely disgusting.. I can't begin to think what could happen to the girls back in Canada after what they did to this clones AND collateral civilians in Europe.
Dyad, Leda, Neolution it's all such a twisted mix of the worst minds on earth.
I hope this will never become a "thing" in real life, in the future, but given what humans are already capable these days if there could be an opportunity to try a cloning program it'll likely end up looking like this.
Distopic stories make me paranoid. A lot O.O
Dyad, Leda, Neolution it's all such a twisted mix of the worst minds on earth.
I hope this will never become a "thing" in real life, in the future, but given what humans are already capable these days if there could be an opportunity to try a cloning program it'll likely end up looking like this.
Distopic stories make me paranoid. A lot O.O
annienigma's review
2.0
This one was better written and provided more back story than the first book, which is why I gave it 2 stars. The artwork, except for the cover, isn't that great.
hannaww's review against another edition
5.0
This was phenomenal, such a great complement to the series. It really shows the fear and confusion among the clones in Europe that weren't as lucky as Sarah.
It was equally good the second time around. Such a heart-breaking and brutal story and knowing how it all ends in the series really makes a difference when reading this (even though you do not need to have watched the series to understand it.)
It was equally good the second time around. Such a heart-breaking and brutal story and knowing how it all ends in the series really makes a difference when reading this (even though you do not need to have watched the series to understand it.)
ericawrites's review against another edition
4.0
Wished it would've been more of an in depth story. Inconsistent art made it kind of hard to follow.
sdpersaud89's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75