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3.77 AVERAGE
3.77 AVERAGE
This is the Harley Quinn that I love! She's smart, funny, motivated, and insane. Karl Kesel does a great job showing all these aspects of her character and doesn't make her the "slutty" newer version that I despise. Terry Dodson does a fantastic job on the art chores I just wish there wasn't such a drastic change in artistic styles by the fill-in artist. Overall, a very fun read and I look forward to reading the next book.
3.5/5 rounded up.
The interactions with Poison Ivy, Harley Quinn being her own lady, and her hyenas made me enjoy this one :)
The interactions with Poison Ivy, Harley Quinn being her own lady, and her hyenas made me enjoy this one :)
At first I was afraid this entire graphic novel would be a repeat of the dysfunctional relationship that is Harley and the Joker. Nope. If you're looking for an intricate plot, this is not the book for you. If you're looking for amusement, then Harley Quinn's antics are exactly what you're seeking.
"Mad Love" is one of the few non-Catwoman DC books I purposefully bought and enjoyed and so thought this was a safe bet. It was fine. Not bad, not wonderful, just fine. Liked the concept but didn't thrill me.
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I was expecting this comic to be fun and light reading material, but it also had a few moments that were surprisingly tender or made you aware of just how much Harley actually knows but pretends not to. It's these moments that are gold. There are a few scenes in particular with Poison Ivy where we see something special about their relationship - there is genuine affection and loyalty between them. Despite all the bouncing around Harley does, there are brief moments that remind readers there's a lot more going on underneath the makeup. It makes you question her motives and thought processes and adds depth to her character. The humour was okay, if a little disappointing at times, but nothing to fuss over.
Harley Quinn is character with potential that Karl Kesel barely scratches here. Little semblance of a plot or characterization. Mostly just gags, lame puns and cameo appearances.
This felt a bit sexist and I wasn't really given any reason to like any of the characters.