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unladylike's review against another edition
4.0
Just rating this collection because it's Vols. 1 and 2 combined, each of which I gave 4 stars back when I originally read them. Now get this series going more regularly so we don't have to wait years for subsequent volumes!
kierli's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
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? No
4.0
Really well researched examples of witchcraft, well written and intriguing
diana_blackmoon's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
theowlinside's review against another edition
5.0
This review is about the edition, not so much the story itself.
This hardcover is excellent. I'm picky about formats, *especially* with comics or art books. The book is heavy but manageable covering two trades. The size is great and none of the art disappears into the spine. The book opens easily and is not stiff. The paper is good quality with a nice weight. Nicola Scott's art and Chiara Arena's coloring simply glow off the page and look exquisite. The book itself comes with a nice red ribbon bookmark.
The back of the book contains the diary excerpts relating to a historical backstory with the House of Black all in one place. Plus, there's a fun newspaper article on the town of Portsmouth. It's a nice touch. Lastly, the back of the book contains the variant covers, brief concept sketches, and notes from Nicola and some explanation on Ro's sigil, as well as an interview with Rucka and Scott.
Even though I have the trades and the singles, I'm so happy I have this book. It's a great piece and highly recommended.
One thing I will say relating to the story is that some of Rucka's comments have me nervous for upcoming story lines. Some of Rucka's work is genius, however I feel he has a tendency to go a certain direction that is just frustrating to read as a fan because it feels self sabotage and repetitive (specifically talking about what he did with Wonder Woman back in the day and with some of the new WW storylines). We can only wait and see.
This hardcover is excellent. I'm picky about formats, *especially* with comics or art books. The book is heavy but manageable covering two trades. The size is great and none of the art disappears into the spine. The book opens easily and is not stiff. The paper is good quality with a nice weight. Nicola Scott's art and Chiara Arena's coloring simply glow off the page and look exquisite. The book itself comes with a nice red ribbon bookmark.
The back of the book contains the diary excerpts relating to a historical backstory with the House of Black all in one place. Plus, there's a fun newspaper article on the town of Portsmouth. It's a nice touch. Lastly, the back of the book contains the variant covers, brief concept sketches, and notes from Nicola and some explanation on Ro's sigil, as well as an interview with Rucka and Scott.
Even though I have the trades and the singles, I'm so happy I have this book. It's a great piece and highly recommended.
One thing I will say relating to the story is that some of Rucka's comments have me nervous for upcoming story lines. Some of Rucka's work is genius, however I feel he has a tendency to go a certain direction that is just frustrating to read as a fan because it feels self sabotage and repetitive (specifically talking about what he did with Wonder Woman back in the day and with some of the new WW storylines). We can only wait and see.
gingerbookaddict's review against another edition
4.0
I adore the artwork in this series.
I have some major issues with some of the 'details' but that is just personal preference on the presentation of 'witches' and 'wicca'.
Age old disputes.
Overall very enjoyable and I am looking forward to the rest of the series.
I have some major issues with some of the 'details' but that is just personal preference on the presentation of 'witches' and 'wicca'.
Age old disputes.
Overall very enjoyable and I am looking forward to the rest of the series.
jackelz's review against another edition
5.0
I loved Vol 1. I’m glad they did a collected edition so I could catch up, and that they will be continuing the series!
bookwormjt's review against another edition
5.0
This was well worth the wait! Rucka always deliver with a strong female protagonist and of course with great supporting characters. Nicola Scotts' art was and forever will be stunning. I love how she captures the character's facial expressions. Superb. It's going to be another lifetime before the next volume is released
anna_hepworth's review against another edition
4.0
read as a judge for the Aurealis awards for 2019
very slick, very strong, outside my comfort zone. Took me three goes to finish. I liked a lot of the details at the end
very slick, very strong, outside my comfort zone. Took me three goes to finish. I liked a lot of the details at the end
keaross's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
Fun! But why do all the characters resemble each other?