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3.24 AVERAGE
3.24 AVERAGE
Loved the first 62 pages and then it all goes downhill. Great representation and art for the first 1/3.
The identity struggle Mera goes through is classic for the YA genre, and it’s unique here because it revolves around whether or not she should kill Arthur Curry aka Aquaman. This is a relatable graphic novel and one that I would recommend if you’re looking for more Mera content (which there isn’t as much of as Aquaman).
This was SO good!!!! My only complaint is that I was sad when it was over and I didn't get more of Mera and Arthur. I really hope there will be a part two or something to this one because I would love to see more from this story tbqh. It was very good, the art was adorable, and I would highly recommend whether you know anything about Aquaman or not. This is an origin story and focuses more on Mera so really no prior comic book experience is needed.
Here's my thing: I'm a little concerned about DC INK. Why? I think they picked not great authors. This graphic novel is flawed with the same thing I found in Paige's other books: bad dialog, awful pacing and insta love.
The artwork is nice and I do like that they're shining a light on Mera, as I didn't really know her (outside of the DC Bombshells comics).
The artwork is nice and I do like that they're shining a light on Mera, as I didn't really know her (outside of the DC Bombshells comics).
Loved this graphic novel about Mera and Arthur. It was very Romeo and Juliet once Arthur finds out about his family and birthright. I want a second book! #MaverickList
Received advance reader’s copy from publisher via Baker & Taylor book supplier
Actual rating 1.5 stars. I didn’t hate it but saying it was “ok” is a real stretch!
This may be a story best suited for a DC Universe fan … maybe. I am not as familiar with DC characters as I am Marvel and that unfamiliarity was definitely a hinderance in this reading. I felt lost and confused through much of the book. At times, I felt like whole panels or pages were missing, that the storyline was jumping and that I missed something. At two of these “skipping” occurrences, I went back a page and realized that, no, I missed nothing, it just wasn’t there. To me this was a big, hot mess. Underdeveloped characters, an assumption of familiarity with the world, lack of world-building as a result of the assumption, a love story that had me going WTF (whiplash, anyone?!), all of these things just left a bad taste in my mouth.
A small (well, it doesn’t seem small to me but may to others) additional irritation: the tremendous similarity in appearance of Mera and Ellery added more confusion. Several times I had to stop reading and really think about who was in the scene. This is a big no-no-no-NO as a reader: do NOT make me have to think about who is in a scene. The differences should be apparent enough and confusion should not be this easy.
The Goodreads book summary says that Mera is destined to be queen of Atlantis. Um, yeah ... uh, WHAT?! Where on earth did this come from? If the reader is supposed to know this by assumption or previous reading, I was at an additional loss because I did not read the summary prior to reading the damn book. I never got anything other than Mera was the daughter of the king of Xebel who fell in love with Arthur instantly. How does that make her future queen of Atlantis???
Nope. A definite story-to-avoid if you are new to the DC Universe and, like me, have not seen or read anything Aquaman related.
Actual rating 1.5 stars. I didn’t hate it but saying it was “ok” is a real stretch!
This may be a story best suited for a DC Universe fan … maybe. I am not as familiar with DC characters as I am Marvel and that unfamiliarity was definitely a hinderance in this reading. I felt lost and confused through much of the book. At times, I felt like whole panels or pages were missing, that the storyline was jumping and that I missed something. At two of these “skipping” occurrences, I went back a page and realized that, no, I missed nothing, it just wasn’t there. To me this was a big, hot mess. Underdeveloped characters, an assumption of familiarity with the world, lack of world-building as a result of the assumption, a love story that had me going WTF (whiplash, anyone?!), all of these things just left a bad taste in my mouth.
A small (well, it doesn’t seem small to me but may to others) additional irritation: the tremendous similarity in appearance of Mera and Ellery added more confusion. Several times I had to stop reading and really think about who was in the scene. This is a big no-no-no-NO as a reader: do NOT make me have to think about who is in a scene. The differences should be apparent enough and confusion should not be this easy.
The Goodreads book summary says that Mera is destined to be queen of Atlantis. Um, yeah ... uh, WHAT?! Where on earth did this come from? If the reader is supposed to know this by assumption or previous reading, I was at an additional loss because I did not read the summary prior to reading the damn book. I never got anything other than Mera was the daughter of the king of Xebel who fell in love with Arthur instantly. How does that make her future queen of Atlantis???
Nope. A definite story-to-avoid if you are new to the DC Universe and, like me, have not seen or read anything Aquaman related.
I absolutely need a sequel to this immediately.
Honestly, I only picked this up because I'm a huge fan of Stephen Byrne's art. And make no mistake, it is gorgeous. But this a compelling origin story of both Aquaman and Mera, although it does center Mera.
This book has everything- sweet summer romance with a hint of star crossed, action and palace intrigue.
With this book, the Aquaman movie and Kelly Sue Deconnick writing Aquaman, I'm quickly becoming a fan of the character.
Highly recommend for fans of YA Romance, comics and the Aquaman movie.
Honestly, I only picked this up because I'm a huge fan of Stephen Byrne's art. And make no mistake, it is gorgeous. But this a compelling origin story of both Aquaman and Mera, although it does center Mera.
This book has everything- sweet summer romance with a hint of star crossed, action and palace intrigue.
With this book, the Aquaman movie and Kelly Sue Deconnick writing Aquaman, I'm quickly becoming a fan of the character.
Highly recommend for fans of YA Romance, comics and the Aquaman movie.
This could have been a really nuanced story about oppression and politics and it really wasn't at all. The romance was rushed, somehow Arthur is a perfect person at age 16, and the whole 'your family oppressed me and my people' thing goes out the window when two teenagers fall in love.
The art was nice though!
The art was nice though!
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated