Reviews

Ms. Marvel: Beyond the Limit by Samira Ahmed, Andrés Genolet

keitacolada's review against another edition

adventurous funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

libraryrobin's review

3.0

Ms Marvel walks a fine line and I dig her vibe.

jennifermreads's review

fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

I really enjoyed G. Willow Wilson’s series of Ms. Marvel books (published 2014-2019). It was fun reading about a teen trying to balance superhero life with regular life—which, in Kamala Khan’s case, includes her Muslim culture and traditions. So, when I saw a favorite YA author, Samira Ahmed was taking a turn at Ms. Marvel, I hurried to buy a copy. 

And, then I proceeded to…not read it for two years?! Why? Who knows! But leave it to a reading challenge to give me a nudge to move it off my TBR. I enjoyed this dive back into Kamala’s life, seeing her friends again, getting a new storyline that involved the multiverse, and, because of that fact, getting appearances by other favorite Marvel characters: Wasp and Doctor Strange. 

My only complaint? I have no idea who the man in the trench coat is nor what his storyline is. From some online research into the order-to-read Ms. Marvel, it looks like the story may continue online? But it is very hard to tell where to go next and if I would even get any resolution when I got there. At least G. Willow Wilson and, then, Saladin Ahmed, had series that felt complete in their story arcs. 

dominicangirl's review

adventurous 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

4.0

clarrry's review

adventurous lighthearted fast-paced

3.5

It was kind of fun but not the best. A few ooc actions from Kamala

(she killed a woman/variant of herself and didn't seem to care???? An accident but still, not something my babygirl would take lightly)

. Also I'm so tired of the multiverse stories Marvel is pushing. Ms. Marvel has been there done that can we please get some more interesting storylines in the chat

bites_of_books's review

adventurous funny lighthearted 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? No

5.0

I had a lot of fun with this comic following Ms Marvel after she stops a burglary at her cousin's lab. The art, the plot, the humor was exactly right for me and I loved getting a glimpse into a couple different universes with alternate Ms Marvels. 

I'd highly recommend for anyone starting out with comics, especially if you're already familiar with the MCU. You'll see some familiar faces and also get a great original story full of action, awkwardness, and friendship. 

vel629vet's review

adventurous funny lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

Almost all the fun of Ms Marvel with none of the heart. Hinted at previous plot points with Bruno and her friends but just let them drop. No family storyline which is so important to Kamala’s character. All action, very rushed, very unsatisfying especially as this was supposed to be a comic starting point for Kamala as she was introduced to the MCU. Really disappointing.

rxnnmelody's review

adventurous funny hopeful lighthearted 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? It's complicated

5.0

jennfs10's review

adventurous funny mysterious fast-paced

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

5.0

teaandtales1's review

2.0

Ms. Marvel has been one of my favorites, but I was hesitant to jump back in once Saladin Ahmed's run ended. Turns out my instinct was correct, as this is a jumbled entry into Kamala's world, where she makes a lot of really confusing decisions that don't really jive with her character. In general I haven't been a fan of Marvel's recent comic output, and this unfortunately continues the same trend.