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snixsnax's review against another edition
5.0
This series is great! Collected into the trade paperback format, it's almost too short as all good things are. I really enjoyed it with it's deliciously dark, nuanced world and strange, not stereotypical characters. It's rare that I feel creeped out just reading a book, but this one really did it for me. The combination of crime-show drama, combined with an eerie back drop and a bit of supernatural superstition makes this winning series really shine.
Loved it.
Loved it.
pekoegal's review against another edition
4.0
If you are looking for gritty crime drama, this is a pick for you. But it isn't for the faint of heart.
ppetropoulakis's review against another edition
4.0
A super dark detective story series by Warren Ellis. Chilling and depressing it is surprisingly engaging mainly because of its noir main character. The whole thing reads a lot like creepypasta.
michael_benavidez's review against another edition
5.0
Oh how I am tempted to give this a one star. Not because its contents are terrible, but because this series has been on hiatus since 2008. 2008!!! had I known this, I would not have fallen in love with it.
From the writer of Transmetropolitan comes something darker, less in your face, but just as in your face.
Where Trans. was filled with a loud, obnoxious Spider, with wild, bright, sometimes cartoony art, Fell is the opposite. Det. Fell is brilliant, but somewhat quiet (when not showing off or catching a perp), reserved. The art is dark, smudged, but never lazy, and fits the gloom of the city. each story is short, self-contained crime solving with a tiny arc that never gets resolved or even discovered because of the bleeding f$*#@ing hiatus!!!
That said, it's still wildly amazing, and worth the read.
From the writer of Transmetropolitan comes something darker, less in your face, but just as in your face.
Where Trans. was filled with a loud, obnoxious Spider, with wild, bright, sometimes cartoony art, Fell is the opposite. Det. Fell is brilliant, but somewhat quiet (when not showing off or catching a perp), reserved. The art is dark, smudged, but never lazy, and fits the gloom of the city. each story is short, self-contained crime solving with a tiny arc that never gets resolved or even discovered because of the bleeding f$*#@ing hiatus!!!
That said, it's still wildly amazing, and worth the read.
farmieeeee's review against another edition
5.0
One of the first comics I actually purchased and I'm happy that it turned out to be really enjoyable. I've been a big fan of Ellis since my sister lent me Planetary, one of his most famous and loved creations and I really love Templesmith's style so getting this was a pretty easy decision.
The book is separated by chapters many different cases taken on by a Detective Fell in a town called Snowtown, all of which are self-contained and intriguing even though the chapters themselves are brief.
A big factor in me purchasing or even enjoying comics is the art and although this may not be everyone's cup of tea, Templesmith's eerie portrayal of the town and its denizens really fit the tone of the stories. Also the some of the characters, like the weird nun character that pops out throughout the story are really memorable.
If i had to pick something that I did not particularly enjoy, it would probably be the fact that nearly the entire comic is surrounded by panels and white borders which sometimes detract from the comic itself but overall I thoroughly enjoyed it
The book is separated by chapters many different cases taken on by a Detective Fell in a town called Snowtown, all of which are self-contained and intriguing even though the chapters themselves are brief.
A big factor in me purchasing or even enjoying comics is the art and although this may not be everyone's cup of tea, Templesmith's eerie portrayal of the town and its denizens really fit the tone of the stories. Also the some of the characters, like the weird nun character that pops out throughout the story are really memorable.
If i had to pick something that I did not particularly enjoy, it would probably be the fact that nearly the entire comic is surrounded by panels and white borders which sometimes detract from the comic itself but overall I thoroughly enjoyed it
bengriffin's review against another edition
4.0
This is probably the strongest Ellis work I've read to date. All his characteristic darkness is here but the condensed nature of the structure imposes some restraint on him that really works in his favour. Templesmith's art is stunning and complements Ellis' style perfectly with its scuzzy beauty giving it a Se7en-esque vibe and bringing the grimy, run down city to life, whilst still allowing some hope and light to bleed through the cracks. Each individual story works well, but it's the bigger picture that's most intriguing, which is why it's such a shame that it's still on hiatus. I definitely want to read more so here's hoping they eventually deliver.
shane_tiernan's review against another edition
3.0
So this is interesting, because usually Ellis' characters are all bastards and the world sucks, but in this case the main character is practically a saint and the world REALLY sucks. So I'm glad he decided to switch things up a bit. I like the art, not typically my kind of thing but it really works for this story. I like the over-the- top absurdity of each little story. I was disappointed that we don't really get even a hint of what sent Fell over the bridge and the mystery of the Nixon Nun is not revealed at all. So now I just have to find myself a copy of Fell Vol 2.
tobin_elliott's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I'm not the biggest fan of Templesmith's art, but it actually suited this series quite well.
But, of course, the biggest star here is the now-tarnished one of Warren Ellis. I know I say this in damn near every review of his work, but man, this guy is a talented storytelling and wordsmith.
And this short series does nothing to change my mind about that. There's very few characters populating this one, but it's essentially NYPD Blue, if that show was focused on a single cop and the city was FAR darker and more gritty.
The less said about this prior to reading it, the better. Just...read it.
But, of course, the biggest star here is the now-tarnished one of Warren Ellis. I know I say this in damn near every review of his work, but man, this guy is a talented storytelling and wordsmith.
And this short series does nothing to change my mind about that. There's very few characters populating this one, but it's essentially NYPD Blue, if that show was focused on a single cop and the city was FAR darker and more gritty.
The less said about this prior to reading it, the better. Just...read it.
ostrava's review against another edition
5.0
After Transmetropolitan I remember thinking that Warren Ellis could be my favorite comic writer, but I didn't know why, since I I hadn't read anything by him besides it. It was just a gut feeling, you know?
I'm glad I've read Fell. Little gem of dark noir that reminds me of Gorillaz for some reason. I would read 150 more issues of this but it won't happen for... reasons. But you won't be unsatisfied with how things end in the last issue, it does okay.
So... read Ellis. Dude's got a mad mind.
I'm glad I've read Fell. Little gem of dark noir that reminds me of Gorillaz for some reason. I would read 150 more issues of this but it won't happen for... reasons. But you won't be unsatisfied with how things end in the last issue, it does okay.
So... read Ellis. Dude's got a mad mind.
some_okie_dude27's review against another edition
5.0
An edited review of this book will come sooner or later, this last one was pretty bad.