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alienn's review
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
haddocks_eyes's review
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
ashleynichole's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
bookishrealm's review
3.0
Update 2022:Thoughts are pretty much the same!
This was a pretty interesting comic! I've heard of Archie before, but I've never read the comics so I'm glad that they actually did a reboot so people who were interested in it could start. I loved the artwork which I'm not surprised about because Fiona Staples is responsible for it. The story got a little confusing at some point, but I'm really interested to see where this love triangle between Betty, Archie, and Veronica goes. I already have the second volume so I'll probably pick it up sometime soon! : )
This was a pretty interesting comic! I've heard of Archie before, but I've never read the comics so I'm glad that they actually did a reboot so people who were interested in it could start. I loved the artwork which I'm not surprised about because Fiona Staples is responsible for it. The story got a little confusing at some point, but I'm really interested to see where this love triangle between Betty, Archie, and Veronica goes. I already have the second volume so I'll probably pick it up sometime soon! : )
filmscoreman108's review
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.0
This is actually my introduction to all things Archie, and I enjoyed it. I'll probably continue this series.
chanelchapters's review
Teenage shenanigans.
Probably would have loved this as a teen, but too old for it now.
Probably would have loved this as a teen, but too old for it now.
dontstopreadin's review
4.0
I never read Archie as a kid so I don't have the nostalgia factor on my side. And guess what? You don't need it to adore this graphic novel. Fabulous art from some of the best in the business, great writing, wonderful and colorful characters, and engaging plot. I could go on and on. Highly recommend, pick it up!
acrickettofillthesilence's review
4.0
After reading Archie Marries..., I was ready to stop reading Archie comics. I have a nostalgic love for Archie still, but that series felt flat and cliche. Betty was superhuman and the image of mercy. Jughead could only ever think about food. Veronica was...Veronica.
[Sigh]
Boy am I glad I picked up the reboot.
Fiona Staples does an excellent job telling the story through her panels. Not only the visual gags, which feel so much like the original, but in characterizing everyone through their looks and actions. The writing is also impressive in both catching the feel of the original gang while tweaking the backstory (and sometimes just plain adding more depth, TBH). I had a couple of issues with the plot points, but Betty feels less superhuman, Jughead gets the intelligent piece of his personality back, and Veronica is...Veronica, but slightly better(?).
If you were ever a fan of Archie comics, you have to read this. Seriously.
[Sigh]
Boy am I glad I picked up the reboot.
Fiona Staples does an excellent job telling the story through her panels. Not only the visual gags, which feel so much like the original, but in characterizing everyone through their looks and actions. The writing is also impressive in both catching the feel of the original gang while tweaking the backstory (and sometimes just plain adding more depth, TBH). I had a couple of issues with the plot points, but Betty feels less superhuman, Jughead gets the intelligent piece of his personality back, and Veronica is...Veronica, but slightly better(?).
If you were ever a fan of Archie comics, you have to read this. Seriously.