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jackbenoit's review against another edition
4.0
I hadn’t heard of the Lunar Chronicles before reading this, but I can definitely say I’m interested now. This graphic novel does an excellent job of picking off where the novels left off without alienating new audiences. I was able to follow the story without any problem. Great book. Really adventurous and fun. Excited to get into the series
mehsi's review against another edition
5.0
This was just AMAZING!
This is all happening after the events of the first series, so be sure to read those before reading this one or be spoiled!
When I heard that this series would be getting more books, in the form of graphic novels, I just knew I had to read them. I finally had a chance to do so today, and boyyyyyy, it was awesome. I am just a little sad about the lack of Wolf x Scarlet. We do see some glimpses of them, and those were absolutely cute, sweet, romantic, and made me want to see more of them, but they definitely don't get much of a spotlight. Hopefully next time they do.
But luckily there is enough romance with my second favourite couple: Cress and Thorne. Ahhhhh, so much sweet romance that my eyes really turned into hearts. They are just the sweetest, and seeing them in this medium was even better as it made their interactions even more fun and lovely.
And then there is even some romance on the horizon for our android Iko! I was definitely happy with that as the whole cast from the series was coupled with someone, but Iko was left out.
Then again, as we can see with this book that wasn't the only thing from what she is left out. Apparently no one acknowledges her as a hero, while she, like all the others, did big things to save the world (and Lunar).
Most of the book is from the POV of Iko, and I just loved it so much. Finally our sassy, fun, hilarious android gets a spotlight on her. She so deserves that. I do remember finding her slightly annoying in the books, but she is definitely better in this one and I just loved how much butt she was kicking. :P
Yes, there is a lot of butt kicking. Our wolf guys from the series are still alive and kicking, and Cinder would love them back to Lunar, but they refuse. They cause a lot of chaos in a time that is supposed to be peaceful. Someone has to bring them back, and that is a task that Iko took upon herself, and she is darn good at it.
But of course, the baddies aren't going without a fight, and we even have a bigger villain again. I must say that I didn't like him one bit. He never wants to listen to kind advice, or see another viewpoint. Yes, I can understand that his life wasn't the easiest, and that is pissed at Lunar, but really? Can't you just give things a chance at least? *rolls eyes*
I loved seeing all our characters back again. And to see how they are all doing, and what they are currently doing. I did feel sorry for Cress, her immune system is truly terrible, but then again this is logical considering she spend so much time in space and not making her immune system strong.
There was just one thing I didn't particularly like and during those times I noticed I was just zoning out a bit, and they were the parts with Cinder trying to reform Lunar. Getting rid of the royalty/queen stuff and get someone who is elected on the seat. It was just utterly boring and bland. Plus while I did think it was a good idea, it did feel a bit like she was ungrateful.
The art is also pretty good, I quite like the style, and the characters look, for most, the same as I always saw them.
All in all, I need, no I demand, the second volume of this book now! And I would highly recommend this one to everyone. Again be sure to read the series first before this one.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com
This is all happening after the events of the first series, so be sure to read those before reading this one or be spoiled!
When I heard that this series would be getting more books, in the form of graphic novels, I just knew I had to read them. I finally had a chance to do so today, and boyyyyyy, it was awesome. I am just a little sad about the lack of Wolf x Scarlet. We do see some glimpses of them, and those were absolutely cute, sweet, romantic, and made me want to see more of them, but they definitely don't get much of a spotlight. Hopefully next time they do.
But luckily there is enough romance with my second favourite couple: Cress and Thorne. Ahhhhh, so much sweet romance that my eyes really turned into hearts. They are just the sweetest, and seeing them in this medium was even better as it made their interactions even more fun and lovely.
And then there is even some romance on the horizon for our android Iko! I was definitely happy with that as the whole cast from the series was coupled with someone, but Iko was left out.
Then again, as we can see with this book that wasn't the only thing from what she is left out. Apparently no one acknowledges her as a hero, while she, like all the others, did big things to save the world (and Lunar).
Most of the book is from the POV of Iko, and I just loved it so much. Finally our sassy, fun, hilarious android gets a spotlight on her. She so deserves that. I do remember finding her slightly annoying in the books, but she is definitely better in this one and I just loved how much butt she was kicking. :P
Yes, there is a lot of butt kicking. Our wolf guys from the series are still alive and kicking, and Cinder would love them back to Lunar, but they refuse. They cause a lot of chaos in a time that is supposed to be peaceful. Someone has to bring them back, and that is a task that Iko took upon herself, and she is darn good at it.
But of course, the baddies aren't going without a fight, and we even have a bigger villain again. I must say that I didn't like him one bit. He never wants to listen to kind advice, or see another viewpoint. Yes, I can understand that his life wasn't the easiest, and that is pissed at Lunar, but really? Can't you just give things a chance at least? *rolls eyes*
I loved seeing all our characters back again. And to see how they are all doing, and what they are currently doing. I did feel sorry for Cress, her immune system is truly terrible, but then again this is logical considering she spend so much time in space and not making her immune system strong.
There was just one thing I didn't particularly like and during those times I noticed I was just zoning out a bit, and they were the parts with Cinder trying to reform Lunar. Getting rid of the royalty/queen stuff and get someone who is elected on the seat. It was just utterly boring and bland. Plus while I did think it was a good idea, it did feel a bit like she was ungrateful.
The art is also pretty good, I quite like the style, and the characters look, for most, the same as I always saw them.
All in all, I need, no I demand, the second volume of this book now! And I would highly recommend this one to everyone. Again be sure to read the series first before this one.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com
8bitreader's review against another edition
5.0
Upon reading this book a second time, I can say that it's even better on the reread.
This book was my introduction to The Lunar Chronicles, so of course it has a special place in my heart, but I can safely say that this book stands both on its own merit and next to its sister series.
As a standalone, every character is well fleshed out and enjoyable, and their respective backstories are condensed down to the essentials of their development while losing nothing. And so much story is woven into both the present conflict and surrounding dialogue that it's so easy to follow, even for someone completely unfamiliar with the series. The special attention on Iko made a special place in my heart for her as I started on Cinder.
However, as a continuation, the story is even better. When I reread Wires and Nerves, I was amazed at how true to the tone of the original series it was. It's faithful, keeping every ounce of charm from the original series, while also adding new insights and dynamics. Each new appearance from the original Rampion crew felt like the best kind of fan service, because every character is totally in character and continuing to grow. Specifically, Cress and Thorne. I love how their relationship especially has shown so much growth since the end of Winter. The story takes loose ends that were resolved nicely enough and takes them to an even more satisfying end, and that's not even starting on the quality of the art.
I love this book's slightly cartoony art style; it complements the tone of the series so well, allowing for more realistic gritty moments with actions scenes while also playing up the inherent playfulness a lot of the Rampion crew shows. Each character has a distinct look to them and all the designs are equally appealing. Plus, the artist is able to juggle both comedy and action with his artwork, so neither tone feels particularly weak compared to the other.
Overall, I couldn't have asked for a better continuation of The Lunar Chronicles. Well worth a read (and more than one reread).
This book was my introduction to The Lunar Chronicles, so of course it has a special place in my heart, but I can safely say that this book stands both on its own merit and next to its sister series.
As a standalone, every character is well fleshed out and enjoyable, and their respective backstories are condensed down to the essentials of their development while losing nothing. And so much story is woven into both the present conflict and surrounding dialogue that it's so easy to follow, even for someone completely unfamiliar with the series. The special attention on Iko made a special place in my heart for her as I started on Cinder.
However, as a continuation, the story is even better. When I reread Wires and Nerves, I was amazed at how true to the tone of the original series it was. It's faithful, keeping every ounce of charm from the original series, while also adding new insights and dynamics. Each new appearance from the original Rampion crew felt like the best kind of fan service, because every character is totally in character and continuing to grow. Specifically, Cress and Thorne. I love how their relationship especially has shown so much growth since the end of Winter. The story takes loose ends that were resolved nicely enough and takes them to an even more satisfying end, and that's not even starting on the quality of the art.
I love this book's slightly cartoony art style; it complements the tone of the series so well, allowing for more realistic gritty moments with actions scenes while also playing up the inherent playfulness a lot of the Rampion crew shows. Each character has a distinct look to them and all the designs are equally appealing. Plus, the artist is able to juggle both comedy and action with his artwork, so neither tone feels particularly weak compared to the other.
Overall, I couldn't have asked for a better continuation of The Lunar Chronicles. Well worth a read (and more than one reread).
eggjen's review against another edition
4.0
I think any fan of the Lunar Chronicles will enjoy this one but I'm not convinced it will work for someone who hasn't read the original series - that said, if you haven't read the original series yet, what are you waiting for?? It's amazing!
So assuming you have read the original books, is this one worth it? Ummm, yes. Because I assume you are going through withdrawals right now and wondering what the crew is up to. This is a short read that gives you all the fangirling you need. It's super fun to actually SEE all of the character - it really brings the whole story to life in a new way. And it ends on a bit of a cliff hanger so be prepared to bite your nails at the end and moan and groan a bit that the next book isn't out yet. Seriously??
So assuming you have read the original books, is this one worth it? Ummm, yes. Because I assume you are going through withdrawals right now and wondering what the crew is up to. This is a short read that gives you all the fangirling you need. It's super fun to actually SEE all of the character - it really brings the whole story to life in a new way. And it ends on a bit of a cliff hanger so be prepared to bite your nails at the end and moan and groan a bit that the next book isn't out yet. Seriously??
averyconfusedhomosapiensbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
tense
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
3.0
abbyl819's review against another edition
3.0
Considering I don’t read graphic novels typically, I am not surprised that this was not great for me. I was hoping that the world and characters would make it really good, or at least entertaining, but since it is written as a graphic novel it felt like it was written completely devoid of emotion. This format also limits what can happen in the space of the graphic novel. There were no shocking twists and I felt very distanced reading it. Also, there was a lot of recap about who the characters were, and the book was so short that this took away valuable page space from something actually entertaining. I liked the characters and want to know what is happening after the end of Winter, but I wish there was another option, I think it could have been done better if it was not a graphic novel, maybe like a novella. Iko also seemed like the only character who had had much thought put into her design, and the rest were pretty generic looking, and would not have seemed noteworthy or recognizable if not for their names.
sam_hartwig's review against another edition
4.0
This was a fantastic edition to the Lunar chronicles. Looking forward to reading the next book.