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A review by emeelee
Slam! Vol. 1, Volume 1 by Pamela Ribon
3.0
Vol. 1 ★★★☆☆ (3.5)
Vol. 2 ★★★☆☆
3.5 stars. I love the use of bright, neon colors in these comics! The whole thing really gives off punk rock vibes. I also appreciate the variety of race and size representation (how much do I love seeing women of all sizes being shown as successful athletes?!). Would love to see more queer rep in future volumes (especially since I'm not sure I loved the use of the term "derby wife"-- it felt similar to straight girls talking about their "girl crush").
There was less roller derby than I expected-- the focus is mostly on relationships between the women participating, especially two who are new to the sport. I would have liked for the rules and terminology of roller derby to be explained earlier than it was, since I'm not familiar with the sport.
I was interested in the story and the characters, but there wasn't much indication of how much time was passing throughout the volume. The two main characters appeared to become fast friends, then fall apart, then become bitter rivals all very quickly. If it hadn't happened as quickly, I think their tumultuous relationship would have affected me more emotionally.
Vol. 2 ★★★☆☆
3.5 stars. I love the use of bright, neon colors in these comics! The whole thing really gives off punk rock vibes. I also appreciate the variety of race and size representation (how much do I love seeing women of all sizes being shown as successful athletes?!). Would love to see more queer rep in future volumes (especially since I'm not sure I loved the use of the term "derby wife"-- it felt similar to straight girls talking about their "girl crush").
There was less roller derby than I expected-- the focus is mostly on relationships between the women participating, especially two who are new to the sport. I would have liked for the rules and terminology of roller derby to be explained earlier than it was, since I'm not familiar with the sport.
I was interested in the story and the characters, but there wasn't much indication of how much time was passing throughout the volume. The two main characters appeared to become fast friends, then fall apart, then become bitter rivals all very quickly. If it hadn't happened as quickly, I think their tumultuous relationship would have affected me more emotionally.