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book_concierge's review
2.0
Hmmm. Really don’t know what to say about this graphic novel / comics collection starring a talking tree with limited vocabulary, and a perpetually irritated Rocket Raccoon.
Clearly I’m not the target audience, but I think I see the appeal. The illustrations are colorful and advance the action. I particularly like how Brian Kesinger gives Groot so many emotions in the illustrations. On the other hand, I was quickly bored by the repetitive “I am Groot” with Rocket or other characters supplying the rest of the dialogue. Reminded me a little of those comedy sketches Bob Newhart was so good at, where you hear only one side of the conversation, but clearly understand the other half.
Oh well, it satisfied a challenge and took my mind off my troubles for an hour.
Clearly I’m not the target audience, but I think I see the appeal. The illustrations are colorful and advance the action. I particularly like how Brian Kesinger gives Groot so many emotions in the illustrations. On the other hand, I was quickly bored by the repetitive “I am Groot” with Rocket or other characters supplying the rest of the dialogue. Reminded me a little of those comedy sketches Bob Newhart was so good at, where you hear only one side of the conversation, but clearly understand the other half.
Oh well, it satisfied a challenge and took my mind off my troubles for an hour.
crochetchrisie's review
5.0
I love Groot and I loved reading his backstory. And the art was beautiful as expected ( I love Brian Kessinger!)
fifth_magpie's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
jsrogers123's review
5.0
Leave it to Jeff Loveness to make a Groot solo series that could make you cry!
blairconrad's review
5.0
A great book. The most delightful and life-affirming comic I've read since [b:The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl, Vol. 1: Squirrel Power|23732096|The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl, Vol. 1 Squirrel Power|Ryan North|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1440092318s/23732096.jpg|43344260].
The story was charming and consistent with how I want to think of Groot (and rocket).
And the art is excellent.
The story was charming and consistent with how I want to think of Groot (and rocket).
And the art is excellent.
annalisenak97's review
5.0
A THOUSAND STARS. I LOVED THIS SO MUCH. Groot is pure and I just UGH I cried while I read this. Beautiful in every way. And also hilarious. I rarely laugh out loud when I read, but I did this time!
red_lemon_diary's review
5.0
An easy 5 stars. Genuinely funny, full of heart and brilliant art - I was happily surprised at just how good this is. It's up there with the best graphic novels I've read.