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3.87 AVERAGE
3.87 AVERAGE
*4.5 stars
This is definitely one of the best graphic novels I've read so far. I really enjoyed the artstyle and the variety of characters. What I also especially liked is how gods and goddesses from different cultures were picked, making it very inclusive. I couldn't really see a clear plot yet, but I'll definitely be continueing this series.
This is definitely one of the best graphic novels I've read so far. I really enjoyed the artstyle and the variety of characters. What I also especially liked is how gods and goddesses from different cultures were picked, making it very inclusive. I couldn't really see a clear plot yet, but I'll definitely be continueing this series.
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
It is certainly pretty and the characters are interesting, but I’m still a little confused about the concept and some of the language used. Will keep reading to see if it starts to connect…
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Gore, Gun violence, Violence, Blood, Police brutality, Fire/Fire injury
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Racism, Sexism, Transphobia
Very, very pretty. But the plot is too stretched out to hold my interest for long.
I read these as single issues (which I still have) then re-read them electronically via Hoopla for book club. I forgot how good this series is.
I enjoyed the story but got really confused at times.
Welp, FML//my year end list, I finally read this for book club tomorrow and it's GREAT. So great i'm gonna go reread Phonogram. Dammit, Gillen.
3.5 of 5 stars - I liked the idea and the art was absolutely beautiful but the story itself needed a little bit more depth and especially explaination in my opinion. I hope this will change through the following volumes.
According to a Science Daily report published in 2007, pop and rock stars are more likely to die an earlier death than members of the general population.
The pop star is the ultimate disposable icon and the most prominent are both loved and loathed in equal measure.
The gods in ‘The Wicked and The Divine’ descend to earth every 90 years to party, party, partay, and they typically stay in the groove for a maximum of 2 years before they experience the ultimate in burnout, a mortal death. So they shine brightly before going bang! Does that remind you of anything Simon Cowell-est, his concept creates television talent show winners who shine brightly before going out with okay not so much a bang but a whimper.
These gods are not shy in the slightest, they are the gods of hedonism, exploding onto the world stage as young, beautiful music superstars, they sell out stadiums, they give press conferences about divinity, perform miracles, collect acolytes and beguile fans, they act like, well gods!
There are fans, there are mega fans and then there is Laura, our main character. Laura is not just a teenage mega fan, she is obsessed not unlike the rabid fans of whomever happens to be our real world’s current reigning pop gods and goddesses. A fan lucky enough to be noticed and plucked from the crowd by one of her idols, the mischievous god Luci, short for Lucifer. A fan who melts as soon as she makes eye contact with her ultimate idol the god Amaterasu during a concert. I liked the character of Laura but, I think that even in these early books she needed a lot more work. Where is the angst, and the rabid fanaticism, more than just one panel of her looking wide eyed would have helped. Where are her friends, enemies and frenemies? Or even her obvious loner person repellent traits? She tells us that she is a teenage college student, but there is very little evidence of it. More than just a little hint would have been nice.
It is not long before the blonde bombshell that is the god Luci is in trouble, and none of her fellow gods show any immediate inclination to offer help or comfort. Things go from bad to worse for Lucifer when unknown human and possibly godly antagonists strike, mega fan Laura just cannot resist stepping into the breach. I do not wish to give the game away, so I am drawing this review to a close.
There are several volumes in this saga, so if you are hoping that you get a neat little tale all questions answered in books 1-5 you may want to look elsewhere. Also that slightly predictable twist ending of volume one, yep, covered. I have not so much as glanced at any of the blurbs of the following volumes, but assume that each one will revolve around one particular god at a time.
Beautifully, sumptuously drawn artwork and a well imagined story.
I love the concept and the visuals.
Received for an honest review.
Just popping off to the shops…..to get a few copies.
Urthwild
The pop star is the ultimate disposable icon and the most prominent are both loved and loathed in equal measure.
The gods in ‘The Wicked and The Divine’ descend to earth every 90 years to party, party, partay, and they typically stay in the groove for a maximum of 2 years before they experience the ultimate in burnout, a mortal death. So they shine brightly before going bang! Does that remind you of anything Simon Cowell-est, his concept creates television talent show winners who shine brightly before going out with okay not so much a bang but a whimper.
These gods are not shy in the slightest, they are the gods of hedonism, exploding onto the world stage as young, beautiful music superstars, they sell out stadiums, they give press conferences about divinity, perform miracles, collect acolytes and beguile fans, they act like, well gods!
There are fans, there are mega fans and then there is Laura, our main character. Laura is not just a teenage mega fan, she is obsessed not unlike the rabid fans of whomever happens to be our real world’s current reigning pop gods and goddesses. A fan lucky enough to be noticed and plucked from the crowd by one of her idols, the mischievous god Luci, short for Lucifer. A fan who melts as soon as she makes eye contact with her ultimate idol the god Amaterasu during a concert. I liked the character of Laura but, I think that even in these early books she needed a lot more work. Where is the angst, and the rabid fanaticism, more than just one panel of her looking wide eyed would have helped. Where are her friends, enemies and frenemies? Or even her obvious loner person repellent traits? She tells us that she is a teenage college student, but there is very little evidence of it. More than just a little hint would have been nice.
It is not long before the blonde bombshell that is the god Luci is in trouble, and none of her fellow gods show any immediate inclination to offer help or comfort. Things go from bad to worse for Lucifer when unknown human and possibly godly antagonists strike, mega fan Laura just cannot resist stepping into the breach. I do not wish to give the game away, so I am drawing this review to a close.
There are several volumes in this saga, so if you are hoping that you get a neat little tale all questions answered in books 1-5 you may want to look elsewhere. Also that slightly predictable twist ending of volume one, yep, covered. I have not so much as glanced at any of the blurbs of the following volumes, but assume that each one will revolve around one particular god at a time.
Beautifully, sumptuously drawn artwork and a well imagined story.
I love the concept and the visuals.
Received for an honest review.
Just popping off to the shops…..to get a few copies.
Urthwild
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced