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Monstress #2 by Marjorie Liu, Sana Takeda

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galacticrana's review

4.0

Maika is still struggling. She went searching for answers but all she got was more questions. The cat is accompanying her now and he knows a lot, indeed.

xvicesx's review

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4.0

The plot thickens!

Everything just gets more and more interesting in this series!!! This is by far my most favorite comic book right now. The illustrations are without a doubt, still flamboyant and beautiful as ever. ART DECO COULD NEVER BE PORTRAYED SO BEAUTIFULLY IN GRAPHIC NOVELS LIKE THIS ONE. Plus, there's a lot of new characters; pretty bad-ass villains and hands down for such a strong feminine cast. SRSLY. It's like one of the best things in this one! I'll certainly read the next issue sooner.

kualacactus's review

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adventurous challenging dark emotional tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

shelbymarie32's review

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4.0

I received an E copy from netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

This is a good second installment. I will say I liked part one a bit better but I'm really liking where this series is going. The artwork is wonderful and the story is very interesting. A little confusing in this issue but not hard to follow. I plan to continue with this series. I highly recommend it.

nclcaitlin's review

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3.5

I wanted a wolf tail.
I wanted wolf claws and wolf teeth.
“Little wolf, you have all those things. But they are safe within you, where no one can take them.”

We’re off to the high seas to seek an answer on an island shrouded by mists and screaming where few return alive. Maika’s mother was one.
As they traverse the watery depths, political machinations are brought to light where Maika’s enemies grow - those who want to use her, kill her, or trap her.
We also learn more of her history and of her history as well as the backstory of the monster within the mask.

The way Liu mirrors Maika’s twisted, one-sided relationship with her mother (constantly seeking approval, not wanting to be left behind) with sweet Little Fox Kippa’s attachment is genius. And heartbreaking.

I want more on Captain Ren - a necromancer cat who looks out for Kippa and is quick to raise his claws and snarl a catty retort!

I think this instalment was more focused on the world and the history rather the present and the characters.