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bardic_llama's review
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
marobbins's review
5.0
This was among my favorites in the series so far. I enjoyed the return of Riley and Sam and could appreciate Faith's desire to make amends with Riley. Although I liked Angel and Faith as a team, I am also glad to see Faith going her own way and making her own mark. She was helpful to Angel early on, but it would have been disappointing to see her as a sidekick for the whole series.
waveycowpar's review
4.0
This was definitely a stronger arc than the first arc of this season of Angel and Faith. Good to see Riley again and a clever way to bring Faith back to London at the close of it! Two arcs without Angel and Faith being together in a book about Angel and Faith is a bit long though.
Good to see Amy. One thing I’m sad about is that in the rest of the Buffy/Angel series (with only 2 comics of season 12 left) we won’t get a satisfying end to her story, at least most likely.
Good to see Amy. One thing I’m sad about is that in the rest of the Buffy/Angel series (with only 2 comics of season 12 left) we won’t get a satisfying end to her story, at least most likely.
kriff08's review
1.0
O I feel so bad giving this the one star treatment but I have my reasons- which I will now list.
1. Riley and Faith should never be allowed in a room together after the events in Buffy season 4. It's a loaded 'relationship' to say the least and unless you're seriously ready to tackle it its best left alone. I mean in Riley's shoes I'd really feel abused and what happens in this book is far from what I feel 'repairs' things between these two characters. Not pleased this got dredged up at all.
2. Everything is written like your just getting into the action... And then you switch characters.... And somehow you don't end up getting into the story at all.
2.5. This is the longest it's ever taken me to read one of these. I was halfway through and totally capable of putting it down for a week.
3. Blah. I mentioned I couldn't get into this but the characters also just weren't there. Nadria, who was a feisty potential with her own share of issues back in the day is suddenly some zen hoodoo mama with sage advice and it's sooooo bland. Angel is running around threatening to beat people up- like he has no brain. Faith is probably the most complete trying on her leadership pants but still sorely lacking in the Faith range of emotions I've come to expect. Who is the cop guy? Yeah I don't care- similar response Mai and investor lady.
4. Amy what a let down!!! If you're gonna bring back old villains again you at least need to make it worth it!!! Ugh disappointed in you Amy.
5. Cliffhanger ending- I read that only to get to another cliffhanger ending?!?!? Ps the last cliffhanger ending from book one? Yeah the fire with the nuns. Barely even mentioned! How many cliffs you expecting me to hang off of here?!?! Basically this books gets you nowhere you weren't already at with book 1. Ugh just filled with disappointment when this series was so great last season!
Ok that's part of my rant. A small frustrated and disappointed part. Now for ending on a positive note or two.
1. I liked the art. Very clean and technical in places- I like it. Great compositions, very dynamic, characters very realistic.
2. The sketchbook section was great. I like reading the thoughts behind the covers and really enjoyed the artist's voice there-ps I find the cover art stunning also
1. Riley and Faith should never be allowed in a room together after the events in Buffy season 4. It's a loaded 'relationship' to say the least and unless you're seriously ready to tackle it its best left alone. I mean in Riley's shoes I'd really feel abused and what happens in this book is far from what I feel 'repairs' things between these two characters. Not pleased this got dredged up at all.
2. Everything is written like your just getting into the action... And then you switch characters.... And somehow you don't end up getting into the story at all.
2.5. This is the longest it's ever taken me to read one of these. I was halfway through and totally capable of putting it down for a week.
3. Blah. I mentioned I couldn't get into this but the characters also just weren't there. Nadria, who was a feisty potential with her own share of issues back in the day is suddenly some zen hoodoo mama with sage advice and it's sooooo bland. Angel is running around threatening to beat people up- like he has no brain. Faith is probably the most complete trying on her leadership pants but still sorely lacking in the Faith range of emotions I've come to expect. Who is the cop guy? Yeah I don't care- similar response Mai and investor lady.
4. Amy what a let down!!! If you're gonna bring back old villains again you at least need to make it worth it!!! Ugh disappointed in you Amy.
5. Cliffhanger ending- I read that only to get to another cliffhanger ending?!?!? Ps the last cliffhanger ending from book one? Yeah the fire with the nuns. Barely even mentioned! How many cliffs you expecting me to hang off of here?!?! Basically this books gets you nowhere you weren't already at with book 1. Ugh just filled with disappointment when this series was so great last season!
Ok that's part of my rant. A small frustrated and disappointed part. Now for ending on a positive note or two.
1. I liked the art. Very clean and technical in places- I like it. Great compositions, very dynamic, characters very realistic.
2. The sketchbook section was great. I like reading the thoughts behind the covers and really enjoyed the artist's voice there-ps I find the cover art stunning also
jaimiejaimiejaimie's review
4.0
This installment was an improvement over the previous one as the storyline somehow felt more cohesive than the previous volume, despite the same story mechanism of jumping back and forth between the two main character plots. I think the switch points were placed well. The art was good as well, which I always appreciate. However, the "twist" in Faith's story was obvious from the start, and Riley seemed to serve no purpose except as a cliffhanger in the last volume. However, I WAS shocked by the at the end. I hope that this twist won't be wasted in the next volume.
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return of Fredbookdingo's review
4.0
You give me THAT ending, and now I realize that hoopla doesn't expand beyond Season 10, Volume 2? Noooooooo!!!!!!!
Damnable, exciting cliffhangers...
Damnable, exciting cliffhangers...
numinaluna's review
3.0
Ugh. Riley. And Amy. And gooey Warren. And Kennedy's slayers. Even Faith can't redeem that combination. At least the storyline is progressing... sort of.
sparkleboymatty's review
5.0
Great edition! Loved both the Faith and the Angel stories. The art was spot on. New and new-ish characters were interesting, really loving the half-glowing magic lady. Really well done.
shanbear16's review
4.0
Well, Angel and Faith still haven't teamed up and Angel is still boring all on his own, but Faith's story line was pretty interesting. Really great artwork helps to save this volume from being another snooze.
daisymoon's review
4.0
Well that was really good ! I can't wait to see where this is all going. I love this new Magic Town and this new magic. I also can't wait for Faith and Angel to be reunited.