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meanttobeclever's review
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I liked this one slightly more because I like pirates! Cesario and Viola were very cool. Like with every other volume so far I think there’s too much going on at a breakneck pace but this volume had a little less going on so It felt easier to get caught up in it all
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore
Moderate: Cannibalism
jarrahpenguin's review
3.0
I was pretty disappointed with this installment in the Kill Shakespeare series. The story lacked both the attention to small details and the more epic and important feel of the previous arcs. The art felt lazy in some cases and I particularly disliked Cesario's mask, which didn't look at all special or menacing; just tacky, and yet seemed to appear on practically every page.
From a feminist perspective I was super grossed out by Lucius' plots re: the pregnant Juliet and exasperated by the somewhat soapy feeling of Juliet and Hamlet's relationship in this volume. But I really liked Viola - her character was definitely the highlight of this volume, leading me to still rate this three stars and decide it's too early for me to stop reading.
From a feminist perspective I was super grossed out by Lucius' plots re: the pregnant Juliet and exasperated by the somewhat soapy feeling of Juliet and Hamlet's relationship in this volume. But I really liked Viola - her character was definitely the highlight of this volume, leading me to still rate this three stars and decide it's too early for me to stop reading.
geekwayne's review
4.0
'Kill Shakespeare Volume 4: The Mask of Night' takes place at sea. Our main story has moved off the crazy island. As usual, the art and story are good.
The story starts aboard masked Captain Cesario's ship. He and his first mate Viola find something stowed aboard their ship. It's not treasure, but it may prove of value. It's stowaways in the form on Juliet, Hamlet, Shakespeare and a crazed Othello. Surprises abound, especially when they run into Titus Andronicus' war ship The Lavinia. Viola makes some tough choices, and sets up the story for the next chapters.
The story, as usual was pretty good, but it did feel a bit like a middle story. The art was as good as it's been for this series. I liked this volume of the story. It's definitely graphic and a bit rough, so know that going into the story.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Diamond Book Distributors and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
The story starts aboard masked Captain Cesario's ship. He and his first mate Viola find something stowed aboard their ship. It's not treasure, but it may prove of value. It's stowaways in the form on Juliet, Hamlet, Shakespeare and a crazed Othello. Surprises abound, especially when they run into Titus Andronicus' war ship The Lavinia. Viola makes some tough choices, and sets up the story for the next chapters.
The story, as usual was pretty good, but it did feel a bit like a middle story. The art was as good as it's been for this series. I liked this volume of the story. It's definitely graphic and a bit rough, so know that going into the story.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Diamond Book Distributors and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
stacydodds's review
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
juntakinte1968's review
3.0
It is good, but probably the weakest entry in the series so far. I didn't like how Othello and Will were written out so early--especially considering the fact that they would've been interesting as part of the worldbuilding of the series. And I'm still kind of confused as for why Viola and Cesario were made two different characters. Lastly, the ending leaves a little to be desired as it doesn't really feel like a self contained sequel or a setup for future stories. Still, it's a fun universe to play in, and something you could enjoy if you've read this many issues.
cerapp555's review
4.0
I think this might be my favorite of the Kill Shakespeare series. They leave the book off on such a cliff hanger though. I'm ready to know more!
MVP: Viola
MVP: Viola
john_opalenik's review
4.0
Another awesome chapter in the Kill Shakespeare story. If you've liked it so far, you'll love this.
My one and only complaint is that it was comparatively short.
My one and only complaint is that it was comparatively short.
sammybluejay's review against another edition
3.0
This was much shorter than the others and, I'll admit, a little bit disappointing. I love Viola to little pieces, however.