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tiarala's review
5.0
This series has been so reliable as a happy antidote to the chaos of the world right now. The message of the power of love and friendship is a really valuable reminder when there's so much despair to go around.
brits_bookish_life's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
lasarmoon's review
Dnf. Not because I didn't like it, but because the last time I read it was November last year, and I need to re-read the first volume.
marilanoire's review
4.0
I liked the first one better, but it’s a nice distraction for a cozy day with hot chocolate when it’s cold and rainy outside.
chantaal's review
4.0
Received via NetGalley, in exchanged for an honest review. Also posted at Girls Read Comics Too.
My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic has obviously made an impact in pop culture lately, and even among my friends. I tried to watch the first episode to see what all the fuss was about, and I have to admit: I failed the friendship test. It was just too bright, happy, and friendly for me. I’m no grouch, but man, I have my limits. My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic is the perfect show for its age range, and I was happy to move along.
Then I figured, why not try out the comics? What could that hurt?
It turns out I enjoy My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic a lot more in comic form. It’s a lot easier to ingest, and the bright colors and character design are perfect for the medium.
I haven’t read the first volume in the series, but volume two wasn’t hard to ease into. I was actually a little impressed at how each character was sketched out; for someone who wasn’t too familiar with them, I got their names and characteristic down right away. It did make me think about how fine a line the comic draws between character and caricature. This is where I’m always impressed when someone who writes for a younger age group manages to get the details across without going too far overboard. Enough for the youngest reader to understand who is doing what and why, without annoying the oldest reader. This series walks that line perfectly, and I can picture parents reading these books to their kids without getting bored themselves.
The pony crew faces something that everyone, whether big or little, has or will face in their lifetime: nightmares. Not just big scary nightmares that are obviously not reall and will go away when you wake up. These nightmares prey on the ponies’ wildest insecurities, and Rarity goes so far as to believe her nightmare entirely, becoming a vessel to the real villain of the piece. While the motto of friendship and loving one another is hammered in time and time again (that is the theme of the series, after all, and it’s a fantastic theme to be sharing with our kids today, but that is another story), the way the ponies come together to save the day is inspiring. Yes, as an adult I could see it coming, but you know what? I didn’t care. By the time I was at the end I was enjoying the story and let myself get carried away with it all.
Isn’t that what we want out of a story, anyway?
My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic is the perfect antidote to the current trend of dark and gritty adult comics. It’s fun, it’s silly, and it has a fantastic message for kids.
My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic has obviously made an impact in pop culture lately, and even among my friends. I tried to watch the first episode to see what all the fuss was about, and I have to admit: I failed the friendship test. It was just too bright, happy, and friendly for me. I’m no grouch, but man, I have my limits. My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic is the perfect show for its age range, and I was happy to move along.
Then I figured, why not try out the comics? What could that hurt?
It turns out I enjoy My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic a lot more in comic form. It’s a lot easier to ingest, and the bright colors and character design are perfect for the medium.
I haven’t read the first volume in the series, but volume two wasn’t hard to ease into. I was actually a little impressed at how each character was sketched out; for someone who wasn’t too familiar with them, I got their names and characteristic down right away. It did make me think about how fine a line the comic draws between character and caricature. This is where I’m always impressed when someone who writes for a younger age group manages to get the details across without going too far overboard. Enough for the youngest reader to understand who is doing what and why, without annoying the oldest reader. This series walks that line perfectly, and I can picture parents reading these books to their kids without getting bored themselves.
The pony crew faces something that everyone, whether big or little, has or will face in their lifetime: nightmares. Not just big scary nightmares that are obviously not reall and will go away when you wake up. These nightmares prey on the ponies’ wildest insecurities, and Rarity goes so far as to believe her nightmare entirely, becoming a vessel to the real villain of the piece. While the motto of friendship and loving one another is hammered in time and time again (that is the theme of the series, after all, and it’s a fantastic theme to be sharing with our kids today, but that is another story), the way the ponies come together to save the day is inspiring. Yes, as an adult I could see it coming, but you know what? I didn’t care. By the time I was at the end I was enjoying the story and let myself get carried away with it all.
Isn’t that what we want out of a story, anyway?
My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic is the perfect antidote to the current trend of dark and gritty adult comics. It’s fun, it’s silly, and it has a fantastic message for kids.
jlwalk905's review
5.0
I love it so much! Its so dark dealing with the pony's biggest fears and self doubts. Each character having to go through their own nightmares and concur their own self doubts and worst dreams. I love every character in this arc (especially Luna and Spike). Such a great group of comics! I think this is my favorite set so far and a must read for anyone who likes the series or says its too girlie.
benedorm's review
3.0
On the positive side, it's the ponies! The same ponies that we've come to know and love through the tv show and the other comics, and they're as awesome as ever. The art is also gorgeous to look at, and I really appreciate having these bound collections.
That said, I think the Nightmare arc (which this volume collects) is markedly inferior to the Chrysalis one -- it felt like the backstory was overly elided, and the pacing seemed off to me. It's a serviceable arc, but it could have been so much more than that with a little more care.
That said, I'll certainly be reading the rest! (I'm so terribly behind now, but I vow to change that!)
That said, I think the Nightmare arc (which this volume collects) is markedly inferior to the Chrysalis one -- it felt like the backstory was overly elided, and the pacing seemed off to me. It's a serviceable arc, but it could have been so much more than that with a little more care.
That said, I'll certainly be reading the rest! (I'm so terribly behind now, but I vow to change that!)
nightxade's review against another edition
4.0
If you're new to the new My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, or are disturbed by all that talk of bronies, check out my review of volume one for an explanation of why you should be watching and/or reading this.
Volume two of the comic book series does not pick up where the last volume left off. Much like the show, the volumes contain completely separate story arcs, however, like the show, they do build on the overall lore being formed within the series.
In this case, the powers of Nightmare we met in season one are back, attacking Twilight Sparkle, Applejack, Rarity, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash and Fluttershy in their dreams by presenting them with their greatest fears. Rarity succumbs to her fear and is kidnapped to the moon.
Princess Celestia and her sister Luna, come to Ponyville to help stop the bad guys, but Luna, formerly known as Nightmare Moon who destroyed Ponyville under the influence of Nightmare, is very uncertain about her contribution to the efforts. But true to form, the ponies put their faith in her and show her that friendship truly is magic as they set out to save Rarity.
I really enjoy reading MLP to my daughters (7 and 5) because I love doing the voices and they love hearing it. They both gave this volume two thumbs and two big toes up, however, I didn't find this one quite as memorable as the previous volume, which the girls still quote regularly. There wasn't quite enough of the ponies doing there thing, or maybe there just wasn't enough Pinkie Pie. Pinkie Pie is like cowbell. You can never have enough.
Spike did get more airtime, though, since it is his beloved Rarity that's been kidnapped and he must use his wits to rescue her and the other ponies. Meanwhile, Luna has to learn to forgive herself and accept the friendship of the others, rather than let Nightmare intimidate her.
My five year old has had trouble with nightmares, lately, so this was a perfectly timed encouragement for the "nightmares aren't real," mantra we've been working on.
With thanks to NetGalley and IDW Publishing for the opportunity to read and review this graphic novel.
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Volume two of the comic book series does not pick up where the last volume left off. Much like the show, the volumes contain completely separate story arcs, however, like the show, they do build on the overall lore being formed within the series.
In this case, the powers of Nightmare we met in season one are back, attacking Twilight Sparkle, Applejack, Rarity, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash and Fluttershy in their dreams by presenting them with their greatest fears. Rarity succumbs to her fear and is kidnapped to the moon.
Princess Celestia and her sister Luna, come to Ponyville to help stop the bad guys, but Luna, formerly known as Nightmare Moon who destroyed Ponyville under the influence of Nightmare, is very uncertain about her contribution to the efforts. But true to form, the ponies put their faith in her and show her that friendship truly is magic as they set out to save Rarity.
I really enjoy reading MLP to my daughters (7 and 5) because I love doing the voices and they love hearing it. They both gave this volume two thumbs and two big toes up, however, I didn't find this one quite as memorable as the previous volume, which the girls still quote regularly. There wasn't quite enough of the ponies doing there thing, or maybe there just wasn't enough Pinkie Pie. Pinkie Pie is like cowbell. You can never have enough.
Spike did get more airtime, though, since it is his beloved Rarity that's been kidnapped and he must use his wits to rescue her and the other ponies. Meanwhile, Luna has to learn to forgive herself and accept the friendship of the others, rather than let Nightmare intimidate her.
My five year old has had trouble with nightmares, lately, so this was a perfectly timed encouragement for the "nightmares aren't real," mantra we've been working on.
With thanks to NetGalley and IDW Publishing for the opportunity to read and review this graphic novel.
See more reviews at
The BiblioSanctum
sass's review against another edition
4.0
Bought mostly because I love Amy Mebberson's art, but I really enjoyed this one. Really, really cute.
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