Reviews

Флеш. Книга 1: Тільки вперед by

rltinha's review against another edition

3.0

Sem deslumbrar, não desilude e cumpre com eficácia o que se requer do Flash: narrativa que justifique o virar de página expedito e arte que não faça decair a qualidade média da coisa.
Embora espere adensamentos narrativos e arte melhor que «cumpridora», se The Flash se mantiver assim, justifica a aquisição de trades futuras.

_alwaysrealokay's review against another edition

4.0

I am a huge fan of the Tv show and I thought it was time that I really get to know the character a bit better. And what's the best way to that? By reading the comics. I have reading order list and I can't wait to read all of them.
I really liked Move Forward. The way the author explained the speed force was well done. You don't need to be a physics geek to understand all the concepts that comes in like vortex, wormhole, release valve, etc... And the artwork was off the chain amazing. I can't wait read to the sequel.

mightyjenn's review against another edition

3.0

This story is not one that is easily collected in trade form. 5 issues (the Mob Rule arc) is too short for a trade, but expanding it to 8 issues made for a somewhat confusing cliffhanger. The art is gorgeous and Barry Allen's character is spot on, however, so I have high hopes for this series.

lizziereads02's review against another edition

3.0

I enjoy this comic and it was a nice easy read from what I had recently read. I really like the flash so I enjoyed this comic about him. I liked the plot but thought it moved to fast. Which o kinda get because he is the flash and moves fast. I probably would read this again as it was short and easy to get through.

ohgull's review against another edition

adventurous funny mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

thearosemary's review against another edition

3.0

The Flash is such a fantastic, classic superhero that I've been yearning to know about. I was thrilled to finally get The Flash: Move Forward from my digital library and dive in. And though I enjoyed it, this wasn't a favorite.

I think the core issue I have with this comic is that, being that I don't know too much about the Flash, I was a bit confused at times. I was able to keep up with the story fairly well, but there was a lot going on and a few topics left me a bit perplexed.

Nonetheless, I love being able to tuck another graphic novel under my large belt of things I've read. I desperately need more comics in my life. DESPERATELY.

kate_johnston's review against another edition

2.0

I've been wanting to get into DC (and Marvel) comics for a while, but haven't been able to because there is just so much content to go through. I was hoping that by getting into the New 52 series that I would be able to start reading from the "reboot". Unfortunately, this was just way too confusing for me to really enjoy. I was missing decades of backstory, and coupled with the disjointed way of telling the story, I didn't know what was going on for most of this volume. However, I will say that the art is breathtaking, and I was glad to see that some of my favourite characters from the TV show (which I am in love with) are just as amazing in their source material.

I suppose I'll just have to stick to watching the TV show then.

themtj's review against another edition

4.0

I was surprised by how much I enjoyed this title! They didn't waste time with an origin story, instead, they jump straight into a character-developing episode that results in all of the craziness you'd expect from the Flash universe. It is fun, generally light-hearted, and just a touch of mind-bending sci-fi.

gohawks's review against another edition

4.0

I loved this one. First of all, the plot was fairly straightforward without a lot of Grant Morrison-y Multiverse plots. There was some discussion of the time stream and changing time, but not until later. A solid villain and plot had already been established by this point. Secondly, the art is SO MUCH FUN. I hadn't liked Manapul in the Flash with Geoff Johns, but his style with Buccatello covers up some of those pencils and uses much more definitive inks. Also, the new Flash intro at each issue establishes a great retro vibe. The art overall is a funky soup of Manga and retro Darwyn Cooke-like feel. I also enjoyed the Iris-Patty-Barry triangle. Still could use a bit more character development overall. Hal Jordan had a great backstory that kept coming up to fill in the character, but Barry's is sort of a bland Batman.

ferrisscottr's review against another edition

5.0

Being a die hard (for over 40 years) Marvel guy it pains me to say that I loved this graphic novel. My son is a big fan of the t.v. show and is buying/reading all of the graphic novels since "the new 52" kicked off ~ I can't actually let a comic into the house that I don't read so I gladly accepted his loan of this graphic novel.

Loved it.
Great story with great villians. It was touching and serious and not at all cartoonish (what I usually expect from DC).

I can't believe I'm saying it but yes I will keep reading The Flash and I'm looking forward to the next in the series.