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frogglodite's review against another edition
5.0
Flippin Amazing!!! That's all I can say... just... WOW. If you're a Tori Amos or Neil Gaiman fan (or both, like me), you need this book!
impybelle's review against another edition
4.0
I don't imagine anyone will have to sell this too hard to any Tori fans. Thing is, the sheer size of it might scare off your random types. Their loss.
I seriously doubt that given the sheer number of stories/songs presented, you'd be unable to find at least one you absolutely, completely, totally loved. Some seem to have painfully little to do with their song, and some are clearly influenced.
Personally, I wasn't always thrilled when lyrics would be used as actual dialog, but I will admit that some stories pulled it off beautifully.
I fell hardest for Toast, Devils and Gods, Little Amsterdam, and Snow Cherries From France. It would be far easier to list those I didn't like, but there's always hope that like the songs, the stories will grow on me.
I seriously doubt that given the sheer number of stories/songs presented, you'd be unable to find at least one you absolutely, completely, totally loved. Some seem to have painfully little to do with their song, and some are clearly influenced.
Personally, I wasn't always thrilled when lyrics would be used as actual dialog, but I will admit that some stories pulled it off beautifully.
I fell hardest for Toast, Devils and Gods, Little Amsterdam, and Snow Cherries From France. It would be far easier to list those I didn't like, but there's always hope that like the songs, the stories will grow on me.
byautumn's review against another edition
4.0
Some of the work in this book just blows my mind. Beautiful.
littleelfman's review against another edition
5.0
An incredible mix of comics that were sparked by Tori Amos songs. This book is great for anyone who likes Tori, likes comics, or plain likes good story and art rolled into one.
moxiedoll's review
4.0
This book is absolutely exquisite, very reasonably priced and the perfect way to pay homage to such a quirky, talented musician. The forward by Gaiman is really touching and many of the stories are creative and reflect a real understanding of the heart of Tori's music. Definitely worth owning.
emosheeran's review against another edition
3.0
I expected the stories to be more tied with the songs, majority of the stories I had no idea what they are meant to mean, and struggled to understand the connection to the lyrics. None the less it was cool to see all the different art styles, and some stories I did enjoy a lot. Some tho were just plain huh?? (Leather and especially Upside Down). I’d recommend Tori fans pick this up and give it a go.
Goddamn this book is so huge and heavy it’s so awkward to read lol. Sending my best wishes to everyone who wants to read this, especially the hardcover
Goddamn this book is so huge and heavy it’s so awkward to read lol. Sending my best wishes to everyone who wants to read this, especially the hardcover
renatasnacks's review against another edition
2.0
I FINALLY FINISHED IT. I had to use all of my library renewals. Whew. IDK, this book was OK? It's like a bunch of people trying to be all Tori Amos-style dreamy-introspective, but none of them are as good at it as Tori Amos and it all felt very heavy-handed. Also the book is literally very heavy.
I doubt anyone besides a die-hard Tori fan would even want to pick this up. But if they did, I don't think they would make it through to the end.
SIGH.
I doubt anyone besides a die-hard Tori fan would even want to pick this up. But if they did, I don't think they would make it through to the end.
SIGH.
bookdingo's review against another edition
5.0
So much variety! This book is huge, and I love it! So many different artists expressing their appreciation for the music of Tori Amos by "creating their own mythologies". It's lovely, fun, tragic, and whimsical all over the place. I'm not sure I understand other reviews saying that the stories don't directly reflect Tori's lyrics, but why would they? These are stories INSPIRED by the lyrics, not direct narratives that have to match perfectly. That would kind of defeat the purpose, wouldn't it? Anyways, for any lover of graphic novels and/or Tori lyrics, I recommend this large tome. Seriously, it's coffee table book sized.
lmm6758's review against another edition
3.0
I liked this, but I think I would have like it more if I was a bigger Tori Amos fan.