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albertico66's review against another edition
5.0
Amazing! Family drama and struggles amidst Jack Kirby's New Gods madness!
meecespieces's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness
Minor: Death of parent
zsherwo1130's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
unladylike's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 stars
God Country is in many ways kinsmen with [b:I Kill Giants|6435893|I Kill Giants|Joe Kelly|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1356121155l/6435893._SY75_.jpg|6625451], which I also love. Both deal with the real-life loss of a parent to disease, using the metaphor of super-powered weapons and warrior skills. The art and panel design in God Country are much easier to decipher and the colors and character designs inspire awe. I first learned of God Country and its God-of-all-swords, Valofax, from Cates's [b:Crossover, Vol. 1: Kids Love Chains|55843584|Crossover, Vol. 1 Kids Love Chains|Donny Cates|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1622065093l/55843584._SY75_.jpg|87059829], and knew it would be a gem that I needed to read before continuing with Crossover.
This story is self-contained and accessible, and is further evidence of Donny Cates's rising talent.
God Country is in many ways kinsmen with [b:I Kill Giants|6435893|I Kill Giants|Joe Kelly|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1356121155l/6435893._SY75_.jpg|6625451], which I also love. Both deal with the real-life loss of a parent to disease, using the metaphor of super-powered weapons and warrior skills. The art and panel design in God Country are much easier to decipher and the colors and character designs inspire awe. I first learned of God Country and its God-of-all-swords, Valofax, from Cates's [b:Crossover, Vol. 1: Kids Love Chains|55843584|Crossover, Vol. 1 Kids Love Chains|Donny Cates|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1622065093l/55843584._SY75_.jpg|87059829], and knew it would be a gem that I needed to read before continuing with Crossover.
This story is self-contained and accessible, and is further evidence of Donny Cates's rising talent.
classicbhaer's review against another edition
2.0
I can’t say for sure why I wasn’t drawn into this volume, but I just didn’t get into it. Not sure if it was the plot, how the dialog was placed on the page or the layout. It just fell flat unfortunately. The artwork was wonderful though and the idea was great.
dhasenkampf's review against another edition
3.0
The story wasn't bad, in fact it could have been pretty touching. But honestly, the art brought the whole experience down for me. More than once it wasn't clear what exactly was happening. We'd just get a scene of some wood flying around and a WAM! But that's not enough detail for my tastes. I wanted to see more of the action.
michellewords's review against another edition
4.0
God Country is the most heartfelt graphic novel I have ever read.
The book is about the Quinlan family in Texas. Roy Quinlan, his wife, and daughter move back to Texas to be with his father (Emmett), who is suffering from Alzheimer's.
Emmett finds "Valofax", a sentient sword that has called him to carry it. While holding the sword, Emmett is healed and has super hero-like qualities. The previous owner of Valofax wants it back. It's a war between human family and god-like family.
This book is more than it seems on the surface and you don't have to think too hard about it to see the real story.
The real story behind Emmett's strength and disease. It's a story about acceptance, loss, and grief. It's about real heroism and power. Most of all; it's about family, the legacy we are-and the one we leave behind.
I legit teared up. The story and dialogue melds so well with the illustrations that it's hard not to find yourself in the middle of the action and the emotion.
I dunno where this came from, but I could go for some more God Country in my life.
The book is about the Quinlan family in Texas. Roy Quinlan, his wife, and daughter move back to Texas to be with his father (Emmett), who is suffering from Alzheimer's.
Emmett finds "Valofax", a sentient sword that has called him to carry it. While holding the sword, Emmett is healed and has super hero-like qualities. The previous owner of Valofax wants it back. It's a war between human family and god-like family.
This book is more than it seems on the surface and you don't have to think too hard about it to see the real story.
The real story behind Emmett's strength and disease. It's a story about acceptance, loss, and grief. It's about real heroism and power. Most of all; it's about family, the legacy we are-and the one we leave behind.
I legit teared up. The story and dialogue melds so well with the illustrations that it's hard not to find yourself in the middle of the action and the emotion.
I dunno where this came from, but I could go for some more God Country in my life.
reickel's review against another edition
4.0
4 stars that thought about climbing to 4.5. Good story and good art. I struggled a tiny bit in connecting to any of the would-be protagonists, but I also never rooted against them.