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albertico66's review against another edition
4.0
strong follow-up to the first volume. i'm starting to lose out on which white man is which
nate_reads's review against another edition
4.0
Here the second volume continues the story started in the first one. I really like that our main character and narration is mostly carried out by Lewis and his journal. Most Americans know the story of Lewis and Clark but this book is creating a mythology around it that is both cool and terrifying. In this book we have a giant frog like creature prowls the river. While on land there are some wicked insects that are the things of nightmares. On top of all the natural dangers man is still one the most self destructive. There is also some backstory given to why Lewis and Clark took on this task of the Corps of Discovery. Sacagawea is still my favorite character of this series so far.
maiborn's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
orangerful's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore, Violence, Vomit, and Blood
Moderate: Sexual violence, Sexual harassment, Suicide attempt, Sexual assault, Racism, Rape, and Suicide
Due to the time period of the book, the story tries to include depictions of the content warnings listed above in a "realistic" fashion even if the world itself is fantastical.trike's review against another edition
5.0
I bought this book immediately upon finishing the first one and I'm glad I did, as it's even better.
The story is superb and the characters are distinct individuals with their own agendas and attitudes, backstories and behaviors. Clark also becomes more well-rounded in this volume, as do the people we met near the end of the previous book, especially the women. The give-and-take between Capt. Lewis and Mrs. Boniface feels like exchanges between real people. This could easily be a novel.
The art is getting better and better. As I called out in the first collection, it is easy to follow the story and emphasis is given on side moments and secondary characters to enhance the writing. Roberts also uses misdirection wonderfully.
There is a turning point in the story where Merriwether Lewis gets his Crowning Moment of Awesome, and what a moment it is! I enjoyed it so much I actually went back and read the dialogue aloud. That's when you know you're having fun in a story.
But it never loses sight of the fact this is a horror story underneath it all. Plenty of horrible things happen during their encounters, and there's lots of body horror to go around, on top of the monster action. Very much looking forward to the next installment.
The story is superb and the characters are distinct individuals with their own agendas and attitudes, backstories and behaviors. Clark also becomes more well-rounded in this volume, as do the people we met near the end of the previous book, especially the women. The give-and-take between Capt. Lewis and Mrs. Boniface feels like exchanges between real people. This could easily be a novel.
The art is getting better and better. As I called out in the first collection, it is easy to follow the story and emphasis is given on side moments and secondary characters to enhance the writing. Roberts also uses misdirection wonderfully.
There is a turning point in the story where Merriwether Lewis gets his Crowning Moment of Awesome, and what a moment it is! I enjoyed it so much I actually went back and read the dialogue aloud. That's when you know you're having fun in a story.
But it never loses sight of the fact this is a horror story underneath it all. Plenty of horrible things happen during their encounters, and there's lots of body horror to go around, on top of the monster action. Very much looking forward to the next installment.
runningbeard's review against another edition
4.0
Consistently impressive, and equally so in art and story. Fleshed out characters that you actually care about...funny, colorful... a true adventuresome page turner.
doubleinfinity's review against another edition
3.0
I'm liking it but maybe a little less or more than before I have no idea lmfao
sugarqpage's review against another edition
5.0
This series surprises me at every turn. I love this and can’t wait for Vol 3.
tabman678's review against another edition
5.0
Manifest Destiny vol 2 has only gotten better then the first. Because it continues the story and is able to reveal more things are heating up. I have nothing but praise for the comic.
I’m excited to read the next volume and growing very attached to this historical fiction. It’s among my favorite type of stories with monsters and constant revelation. With a healthy dash of curiosity to se what is next.
I strongly recommend this title.
5 stars.
I’m excited to read the next volume and growing very attached to this historical fiction. It’s among my favorite type of stories with monsters and constant revelation. With a healthy dash of curiosity to se what is next.
I strongly recommend this title.
5 stars.
shadowagentzero's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0