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3.24 AVERAGE
3.24 AVERAGE
Would not have read if I knew it was an aquaman thing but its fine
I received an e-ARC from Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review.
Taking place in the Aquaman universe, this story is told from Mera's POV, as a young princess who struggles with her royal duties and above all her world's hatred for Atlanteans. Embarking on a quest to kill Arthur Curry, she will realize that nothing is as it seems.
Danielle Paige is a stellar writer and the art of the comic was well made and detailed. The sea and its creatures, the fightings and her relationship with Arthur was a delight to read. Definitely, a must read if you like Aquaman.
Taking place in the Aquaman universe, this story is told from Mera's POV, as a young princess who struggles with her royal duties and above all her world's hatred for Atlanteans. Embarking on a quest to kill Arthur Curry, she will realize that nothing is as it seems.
Danielle Paige is a stellar writer and the art of the comic was well made and detailed. The sea and its creatures, the fightings and her relationship with Arthur was a delight to read. Definitely, a must read if you like Aquaman.
I got this to read with my daughter but in reality it ended up being a bit too grown up for her. I do think there was quite a bit of good stuff here but whilst it was easy reading the concepts ( colonialism, assassins, rulers fighting to the death rather than involving citizens in battles).
I do think the story dwelled a bit too much on the love story that didnt really convince or was terribly interesting. But overall it was a fun and interesting read.
I do think the story dwelled a bit too much on the love story that didnt really convince or was terribly interesting. But overall it was a fun and interesting read.
Princess Mera is teenage royalty and heir to the throne of Xebel, a penal colony ruled by the other no-so-lost land under the sea, Atlantis. Her father, his court and the entire kingdom are expecting her to marry and introduce a new king. But Mera is destined to wear a different crown....
When the Xebellian military plots to overthrow Atlantis and break free of its oppressive regime, Mera seizes the opportunity to take control over her own destiny by assassinating Arthur Curry—the long-lost prince and heir to the kingdom of Atlantis. But her mission gets sidetracked when Mera and Arthur unexpectedly fall in love. Will Arthur Curry be the king at Mera's side, or will he die under her blade as she attempts to free her people from persecution?
An astonishing graphic novel that explores duty, love, heroism and freedom, all through the eyes of readers' favorite undersea royalty.
From New York Times best-selling author Danielle Paige (Dorothy Must Die) and artist Stephen Byrne comes a Mera and Aquaman origin story that explores Mera's first steps on land, and her first steps as a hero or villain, forcing her to choose to follow her heart or her mission to kill.
Madison reviewing a graphic novel??? Egad!
This is how my descent into graphic novels and manga began....
I loved the artwork in this graphic novel and the story line, I mean it could have used more Aquaman, but it's title isn't Aquaman, it's Mera. I flew through this book in probably an hour with interruptions, but I really enjoyed reading through this novel.
I mean what can it hurt to have more Aquaman?
4 out of 5 stars
Maddy
When the Xebellian military plots to overthrow Atlantis and break free of its oppressive regime, Mera seizes the opportunity to take control over her own destiny by assassinating Arthur Curry—the long-lost prince and heir to the kingdom of Atlantis. But her mission gets sidetracked when Mera and Arthur unexpectedly fall in love. Will Arthur Curry be the king at Mera's side, or will he die under her blade as she attempts to free her people from persecution?
An astonishing graphic novel that explores duty, love, heroism and freedom, all through the eyes of readers' favorite undersea royalty.
From New York Times best-selling author Danielle Paige (Dorothy Must Die) and artist Stephen Byrne comes a Mera and Aquaman origin story that explores Mera's first steps on land, and her first steps as a hero or villain, forcing her to choose to follow her heart or her mission to kill.
Madison reviewing a graphic novel??? Egad!
This is how my descent into graphic novels and manga began....
I loved the artwork in this graphic novel and the story line, I mean it could have used more Aquaman, but it's title isn't Aquaman, it's Mera. I flew through this book in probably an hour with interruptions, but I really enjoyed reading through this novel.
I mean what can it hurt to have more Aquaman?
4 out of 5 stars
Maddy
I may be a 12 year old girl at heart, or just a huge Mera fan, but i LOVED this! Sure there are some corny parts, but honestly anything where Mera is front and center is pretty much a guaranteed 5 star for me
adventurous
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
It was pretty predictable. Took a while to get interesting but I do love Danielle's writing and the end delivered. Have the same pacing and world building issues I have with most graphic novels/comics. I did find the art style rather drab, but I did enjoy Mera's hair being a pop of colour.
Not bad. Just fairly traditional teen romance take. And kind of lame. The art was pretty good. And I liked Arthur's world. I wish they chose to tell a different story.
adventurous
medium-paced
Overall I loved this graphic novel. The illustrations are gorgeous and I couldn’t help but stare at the pages and the detail! The dialogue got a bit too wordy at times, but overall I really enjoyed this graphic novel! This is a must for DC fans or “superhero” fans in general.
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No