A review by xangemthelibrarian
Static: Season One by Nikolas Draper-Ivey, Vita Ayala

challenging mysterious tense 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? Yes

5.0

I missed Static Shock! I remember watching the animated series when I was kid. So when this came out, I didn't hesitate to purchase this graphic novel. It took me FAR too long to come back and read it though. I know the second volume is out now, and I can't wait to get my hands on that one too! I'm hooked. 

There is a lot to unpack in Static's revamped story. I don't remember the animated series very well, so I can't make a good comparison between this and the tv show. But here, Static isn't just dealing with being othered by the powers he gained, he is also struggling with the othering of BIPOC people: the discrimination, outright racism, "damned if you do damned if you don't" circus act of being too Black or not Black enough. I'm glad for the attention on these issues in literature lately. I want to read more about them. I want to learn and to understand. 
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