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urlphantomhive's review against another edition
3.0
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It's a shame that this volume is only 60 pages where the others were more than twice as long. It is no miracle that the story can not be very complicated in such a short time span, so the case was resolved rather quickly.
I still really liked the art and the characters though, and I'm already looking forward for the next volume!
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for providing me with a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!
It's a shame that this volume is only 60 pages where the others were more than twice as long. It is no miracle that the story can not be very complicated in such a short time span, so the case was resolved rather quickly.
I still really liked the art and the characters though, and I'm already looking forward for the next volume!
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for providing me with a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!
monroev1225's review against another edition
3.0
I still love this universe and have already order the next. I am heart broken that I have caught up with the series so quickly. I really enjoyed this volume although I found it to be extremely short and the pacing a little fast. That being said the characters, plot and art hold up to the same amazing quality that I have become accustom to.
quirkycatsfatstacks's review against another edition
4.0
Lady Mechanika has quickly become one of my favorite series. The artwork alone is exquisite – I actually think it may be my favorite out of everything else I read, which is saying something. Every time I see a cover image I’m tempted to try and find a print of it to buy. They’re absolutely striking.
This is the third volume in the series (though there’s also another one that is a one-shot). I don’t advise reading them out of order, as they’ve been delicately weaving the backstory and history of Lady Mechanika as well as giving us subtle hints to her creation. They’re the sort of thing you want to read in order.
I know I’m behind in reading this volume, and I regret that. However at least the next volume is due out soon and that was all the motivation I needed to get caught up. Here’s hoping I actually stay caught up this time.
Like the other volumes before this one, Lady Mechanika vol. 3 is full of beautiful artwork, striking color palettes, fascinating technology, and interesting plots. We have the main plot, which has been ongoing since the first issue, but then there are also shorter stories occurring within the series as well. Sometimes these events end up tying in with the main plot, and sometimes not.
This is one of the shorter plots for Lady Mechanika, but it’s also incredibly well done. The plot really lent to the aesthetic of the series, and vice versa. Lady Mechanika is still on the hunt for hints for her past. She still doesn’t know who created/altered her, though the flashbacks are getting more frequent and detailed. Her hunt brings her to a small town with a series of irregular events.
Murders have been occurring, and little orphans going missing. These events would normally have been overlooked, it is sad to say, had it not been for the kind hearted police officer introduced in this volume. If it wasn’t for his actions these cases would never have made it to the news, and thus to Lady Mechanika’s attention.
The mystery is heartbreaking and fascinating, and the new character perfectly supported the story – especially because he cares so much about the missing boys, and can empathize with their experiences. I actually really liked him, so I hope we see him again someday. Granted, I feel like I’m always saying this about the new characters introduced. I suppose that says quite a lot about the writing style and quality for this series, doesn’t it?
I still can’t get over how well done the steam punk elements are. They’re beautifully rendered and they even make an attempt to have it all be logical. They’re also more macabre as needed, like in this plot. It’s outstanding and terrifying at the same time.
I’m very much looking forward to the fourth volume; perhaps we’ll learn a bit more about Lady Mechanika’s past? I also hope to see more of Fred – she’s so cute. I love her. Though naturally I fear for all the characters beside the main one, with a series like this you never know who is and isn’t safe, you know?
For more reviews, check out Quirky Cat's Fat Stacks
This is the third volume in the series (though there’s also another one that is a one-shot). I don’t advise reading them out of order, as they’ve been delicately weaving the backstory and history of Lady Mechanika as well as giving us subtle hints to her creation. They’re the sort of thing you want to read in order.
I know I’m behind in reading this volume, and I regret that. However at least the next volume is due out soon and that was all the motivation I needed to get caught up. Here’s hoping I actually stay caught up this time.
Like the other volumes before this one, Lady Mechanika vol. 3 is full of beautiful artwork, striking color palettes, fascinating technology, and interesting plots. We have the main plot, which has been ongoing since the first issue, but then there are also shorter stories occurring within the series as well. Sometimes these events end up tying in with the main plot, and sometimes not.
This is one of the shorter plots for Lady Mechanika, but it’s also incredibly well done. The plot really lent to the aesthetic of the series, and vice versa. Lady Mechanika is still on the hunt for hints for her past. She still doesn’t know who created/altered her, though the flashbacks are getting more frequent and detailed. Her hunt brings her to a small town with a series of irregular events.
Murders have been occurring, and little orphans going missing. These events would normally have been overlooked, it is sad to say, had it not been for the kind hearted police officer introduced in this volume. If it wasn’t for his actions these cases would never have made it to the news, and thus to Lady Mechanika’s attention.
The mystery is heartbreaking and fascinating, and the new character perfectly supported the story – especially because he cares so much about the missing boys, and can empathize with their experiences. I actually really liked him, so I hope we see him again someday. Granted, I feel like I’m always saying this about the new characters introduced. I suppose that says quite a lot about the writing style and quality for this series, doesn’t it?
I still can’t get over how well done the steam punk elements are. They’re beautifully rendered and they even make an attempt to have it all be logical. They’re also more macabre as needed, like in this plot. It’s outstanding and terrifying at the same time.
I’m very much looking forward to the fourth volume; perhaps we’ll learn a bit more about Lady Mechanika’s past? I also hope to see more of Fred – she’s so cute. I love her. Though naturally I fear for all the characters beside the main one, with a series like this you never know who is and isn’t safe, you know?
For more reviews, check out Quirky Cat's Fat Stacks
andyn5's review against another edition
5.0
Another great story from Lady Mechanika and her adventures, but a bit short.
In this volume, it is brought to Lady Mechanika’s attention that some children have gone missing under mysterious circumstances around the mechanical toy shop. She teams up with the Inspector to get to the bottom of the occurrences and, in between witty exchanges and action-packed situations, Lady Mechanika begins to remember her dark, forgotten past.
The story-line is very good and interesting and action-packed and the characters are as amazing as in the previous comics. The artwork is gorgeous: from the steampunk machines and setting to the Victorian style of dressing, everything brings together an incredible but very dark and dangerous world.
I usually give five stars to this collection but this time I was a bit disappointed to see how short it turned out to be since usually it’s around 120 pages and this one is around 60 pages. Maybe because I’m a fan I wanted to read a more complex story.
I’m looking forward to the next comic, hopefully with more pages than this one!
Thank you NetGalley, the publisher Benitez Productions, and the author for allowing me to read and review a digital copy of this book.
In this volume, it is brought to Lady Mechanika’s attention that some children have gone missing under mysterious circumstances around the mechanical toy shop. She teams up with the Inspector to get to the bottom of the occurrences and, in between witty exchanges and action-packed situations, Lady Mechanika begins to remember her dark, forgotten past.
The story-line is very good and interesting and action-packed and the characters are as amazing as in the previous comics. The artwork is gorgeous: from the steampunk machines and setting to the Victorian style of dressing, everything brings together an incredible but very dark and dangerous world.
I usually give five stars to this collection but this time I was a bit disappointed to see how short it turned out to be since usually it’s around 120 pages and this one is around 60 pages. Maybe because I’m a fan I wanted to read a more complex story.
I’m looking forward to the next comic, hopefully with more pages than this one!
Thank you NetGalley, the publisher Benitez Productions, and the author for allowing me to read and review a digital copy of this book.
doctorwoofwoof's review against another edition
3.0
Quite an improvement over the previous volume! I could actually feel the grime and coal soot from the streets of Victorian England! It had a Dickens feel to it, with some darker, steampunk aspects to it! It was good enough to maintain my interest for the entirety of it, as well as keeping me on board for the new volume, LA DAMA de la MUERTE!
#goodtimes!
#goodtimes!
kbigler's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
jessica_dw's review
5.0
Bloody love Lady Mechanika, the art is stunning and the stories interesting and fast paced.
I do however wish it was a full volume two issue's was barely enough to tell the story in.
+If i could get a little more of that inspector in future instalments ;) i would be very happy
I do however wish it was a full volume two issue's was barely enough to tell the story in.
+If i could get a little more of that inspector in future instalments ;) i would be very happy