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writtenechoes's review against another edition
5.0
*reread*
Still holds up as one of the better origin rewrites. But curious how the movie is gonna handle iron man
Still holds up as one of the better origin rewrites. But curious how the movie is gonna handle iron man
mazer_nickham's review against another edition
3.0
Eternals is Gaiman's limited run of the semi obscure superhero group from the mind of Jack Kirby. Maybe I would have enjoyed this one more if I was not already familiar with Gaiman's (largely superior) work.
This graphic novel lacks the imagination of Gaiman classics such as the Sandman series and American Gods. This could be attributable to the pressure to stay true to the established canon, but that didn't stop Gaiman from flourishing before on the Sandman series. A muddled plotline that relies heavily on the ultimate lazy plot device of amnesia only reinforces my feelings that this is a largely mediocre graphic novel whose sole purpose is to put the Eternals into the Marvel Universe.
Eternals was a selection for my graphic novel book club. Discussion questions and answers for it are posted on my blog, ALD graphic novels. Feel free to comment.
This graphic novel lacks the imagination of Gaiman classics such as the Sandman series and American Gods. This could be attributable to the pressure to stay true to the established canon, but that didn't stop Gaiman from flourishing before on the Sandman series. A muddled plotline that relies heavily on the ultimate lazy plot device of amnesia only reinforces my feelings that this is a largely mediocre graphic novel whose sole purpose is to put the Eternals into the Marvel Universe.
Eternals was a selection for my graphic novel book club. Discussion questions and answers for it are posted on my blog, ALD graphic novels. Feel free to comment.
olicooper's review against another edition
2.0
Meh. Never really connected with any of the characters.
stalwart's review against another edition
3.0
Neil Gaiman writing a hidden-weirdness story featuring some of Jack Kirby's greatest creations? It's got to be a home run. And for most of the mini-series, it absolutely is. The characters and the mystery that holds them unravels slowly and compellingly. Who are these people, really? Why do they not remember their godlike past? And what does the Dreaming Celestial have to do with all of it?
Unfortunately, the last part ties in with Marvel's Civil War crossover, I think. There's pointless conflict with the Avengers which has no point being here and only detracts from the larger story.
And John Romita, Jr.'s art is at some of its most expressive.
Unfortunately, the last part ties in with Marvel's Civil War crossover, I think. There's pointless conflict with the Avengers which has no point being here and only detracts from the larger story.
And John Romita, Jr.'s art is at some of its most expressive.
salexander7341's review against another edition
3.0
Good art and feels like Gaiman but it's really just a introduction to a larger narrative they never finished.
annie_stevo's review against another edition
3.0
This wasn’t really a story. There was no beginning, middle, or end. It was just... introduction.
That said, as far as world-building goes, this is a good example of introduction. I got emotionally invested in everyone and loved the lore.
This book was set during Marvel’s first Civil War event, so there were some moments that may not really stand the test of time.
Otherwise, it was fine.
I’ve never really said that about a Neil Gaiman book, so I feel disappointed.
I’m hoping my opinion will change when I read the next one.
That said, as far as world-building goes, this is a good example of introduction. I got emotionally invested in everyone and loved the lore.
This book was set during Marvel’s first Civil War event, so there were some moments that may not really stand the test of time.
Otherwise, it was fine.
I’ve never really said that about a Neil Gaiman book, so I feel disappointed.
I’m hoping my opinion will change when I read the next one.
stuff's review against another edition
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Kidnapping
alice_digest's review against another edition
1.0
This is one of those books where after the first issue I wonder why I started reading it because now I'll have to finish! I didn't really get the point of it; it's just kind of lame. It also didn't feel very Neil Gaiman to me, although I realise he was working from existing material.
There was not much of interest there for me. A few other Marvel heroes crop up (Iron Man, Yellow Jacket and Wasp) but they don't get involved and it seems mainly just an acknowledgment this is meant to be the same universe. None of these characters were interesting, they're nothing more than cardboard cut outs.. if anything I found them a bit overpowered (they're essentially Gods) and with a confusing mythology.
Plus the artwork was seriously off putting. Ugly even.
I've finished it. I got to the end. Now I can read something better!
There was not much of interest there for me. A few other Marvel heroes crop up (Iron Man, Yellow Jacket and Wasp) but they don't get involved and it seems mainly just an acknowledgment this is meant to be the same universe. None of these characters were interesting, they're nothing more than cardboard cut outs.. if anything I found them a bit overpowered (they're essentially Gods) and with a confusing mythology.
Plus the artwork was seriously off putting. Ugly even.
I've finished it. I got to the end. Now I can read something better!