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This series I think is sadly losing some of it's focus. It started with a very clear setting, stakes, and character roster.
With the end of the one year war, the story has become convoluted, and the stakes have become extremely poorly defined.
There are some great actin sequences in this volume, which is a nice change from vol 4, but honestly it wasn't enough to sell the volume to me. If the next volume doesn't pull around the story I may be done with this series.
With the end of the one year war, the story has become convoluted, and the stakes have become extremely poorly defined.
There are some great actin sequences in this volume, which is a nice change from vol 4, but honestly it wasn't enough to sell the volume to me. If the next volume doesn't pull around the story I may be done with this series.
I keep reading Moon Knight comics, in the hopes that I will like them.
I find the character fascinating, but it seems like the writers have a really hard time developing any real story with the character.
Each graphic novel I have read sells the character, but not the actual story he is centered in.
This one fell into that same trap. It is interesting that he may, or may not be a hero. And that the story he is seeing may or may not be happening; however, this isn't quite enough to sell me and make me immediately start the next volume. I'm not certain I care where things are going, or if things are real for Moon Knight.
I may get volume 2, but for the moment I remain luke warm on this series.
I find the character fascinating, but it seems like the writers have a really hard time developing any real story with the character.
Each graphic novel I have read sells the character, but not the actual story he is centered in.
This one fell into that same trap. It is interesting that he may, or may not be a hero. And that the story he is seeing may or may not be happening; however, this isn't quite enough to sell me and make me immediately start the next volume. I'm not certain I care where things are going, or if things are real for Moon Knight.
I may get volume 2, but for the moment I remain luke warm on this series.
This was a cute combination of travel log, teen memoir, and graphic novel.
The author was a teen when she wrote the book, which I think gives some unique insight into the experiences she describes. I think it also makes this a book that another teen could really enjoy as it is told from their perspective.
The author manages to balance some cute and funny moments, with some concrete observations about Japan and Japanese culture. Honestly it made me want to book a trip now! (if only).
If this book was lacking one thing it was better descriptions of some of the everyday things she did with her grandparents. We get glimpses here and there, but the book is mostly focused on her excursions into cities and shrines.
Well worth a read, it is quick, cute, and funny!
The author was a teen when she wrote the book, which I think gives some unique insight into the experiences she describes. I think it also makes this a book that another teen could really enjoy as it is told from their perspective.
The author manages to balance some cute and funny moments, with some concrete observations about Japan and Japanese culture. Honestly it made me want to book a trip now! (if only).
If this book was lacking one thing it was better descriptions of some of the everyday things she did with her grandparents. We get glimpses here and there, but the book is mostly focused on her excursions into cities and shrines.
Well worth a read, it is quick, cute, and funny!
Much like most of Ito's work, this one is very bizarre. Unlike a lot of his work; however, I don't feel like the weirdness works as well in this volume.
The story itself is a interesting mix of monster movie meets horror.
There are some really horrifying depictions, especially once humans start getting scooped up by the machines. That said, the story, especially after the first half, doesn't progress in a way I found scary. Instead it starts to feel almost like a weird version of a Fallout game, complete with self aware machines (that are never really explained)
Perhaps the best part of this volume though, are the short stories that are at the end, and not related to the main storyline. The Amigara Fault is SO good and SO creepy.
Worth a read, but I don't think Ito's best work.
The story itself is a interesting mix of monster movie meets horror.
There are some really horrifying depictions, especially once humans start getting scooped up by the machines. That said, the story, especially after the first half, doesn't progress in a way I found scary. Instead it starts to feel almost like a weird version of a Fallout game, complete with self aware machines (that are never really explained)
Perhaps the best part of this volume though, are the short stories that are at the end, and not related to the main storyline. The Amigara Fault is SO good and SO creepy.
Worth a read, but I don't think Ito's best work.
I read this on a whim, the cover and art style intrigued me.
The general premise is that these two friends work together as mercenaries for hire. One of them has enhanced abilities and is called a tag. The city they are in is crime ridden so there is no shortage of job opportunities.
It's a pretty basic concept.
This being only the first volume I only got the barest taste for where the series is going. But here are my thoughts:
The Good:
-The art style is crisp, easy to follow, and interesting to look at
-A main character who is Deaf and uses sign language
- A new person joins the group giving a chance for some explanation to slowly trickle into the story.
-The fights are cool
-Both main characters have distinct looks and personalities setting them apart.
-Hits some more mature themes, and sexual moments in ways that make sense, without being absurd chances for boob shots like some anime
The Bad:
-No idea where the story takes place, in a city... somewhere
-No firm challenge or central plot devices introduced to the story yet, this gives me less push to look for volume two.
Overall it was enjoyable. Interesting action, characters, and art style. I want to give volume 2 a try, to see if a central plot is introduced.
The general premise is that these two friends work together as mercenaries for hire. One of them has enhanced abilities and is called a tag. The city they are in is crime ridden so there is no shortage of job opportunities.
It's a pretty basic concept.
This being only the first volume I only got the barest taste for where the series is going. But here are my thoughts:
The Good:
-The art style is crisp, easy to follow, and interesting to look at
-A main character who is Deaf and uses sign language
- A new person joins the group giving a chance for some explanation to slowly trickle into the story.
-The fights are cool
-Both main characters have distinct looks and personalities setting them apart.
-Hits some more mature themes, and sexual moments in ways that make sense, without being absurd chances for boob shots like some anime
The Bad:
-No idea where the story takes place, in a city... somewhere
-No firm challenge or central plot devices introduced to the story yet, this gives me less push to look for volume two.
Overall it was enjoyable. Interesting action, characters, and art style. I want to give volume 2 a try, to see if a central plot is introduced.
Honest, heartfelt, and offering insight in anxiety, depression, and discovering sexuality there is a lot to love about this book.
Be warned, this is not a light story. It deals with heavy subject matter, and a pretty severely depressed protagonist. Despite that, the author manages to balance brutal truthfulness with a tone that doesn't get too heavy. She isn't asking for pity, rather she is just telling the reader this was, and in many ways is how it is.
If books covering mental health, sexuality, or maturing into an adult is something that interests you, give this book a try!
Be warned, this is not a light story. It deals with heavy subject matter, and a pretty severely depressed protagonist. Despite that, the author manages to balance brutal truthfulness with a tone that doesn't get too heavy. She isn't asking for pity, rather she is just telling the reader this was, and in many ways is how it is.
If books covering mental health, sexuality, or maturing into an adult is something that interests you, give this book a try!
This volume jumped around a bit, deviating away from the main plot; however, I didn't mind it. It gave a broader view of the spread of the "zombies," as well as some the actions of groups not associated with Hideo.
I particularly enjoyed a segment which focuses on internet shut ins, and their mutual info sharing over a message board. The slang the poster use, and their tone rang very authentic, while highlighting the absurdity of the interactions.
We also finally get to see the mysterious Lord Kurusu, and i have to say, even though this glimpse is brief I am intrigued!
I particularly enjoyed a segment which focuses on internet shut ins, and their mutual info sharing over a message board. The slang the poster use, and their tone rang very authentic, while highlighting the absurdity of the interactions.
We also finally get to see the mysterious Lord Kurusu, and i have to say, even though this glimpse is brief I am intrigued!
Like many of the Horus Heresy books Fallen Angels has a great blend of action, drama, and characters. Despite some extremely enjoyable moments; however, I don't think it quite fully delivers.
The first half is a little slow, as the split narratives of the characters are slowly revealed. The plot vamps up, and gets really exciting; however, it ends in a very quick fizzle, which was exceedingly unsatisfying.
Part of the issue I think with this particular book is it is really 2 separate stories which while related never tie fully together. This forces both stories to wrap up much faster then they needed.
Overall not a bad addition to the series, but not the most enjoyable either.
The first half is a little slow, as the split narratives of the characters are slowly revealed. The plot vamps up, and gets really exciting; however, it ends in a very quick fizzle, which was exceedingly unsatisfying.
Part of the issue I think with this particular book is it is really 2 separate stories which while related never tie fully together. This forces both stories to wrap up much faster then they needed.
Overall not a bad addition to the series, but not the most enjoyable either.
This was an interesting biography, but it jumps around, making it hard to follow at times.
In addition, I was hoping there would be more coverage of Rainn's time on the office, afterall, it was 9 seasons and his biggest role to date, but on the audio version the Office coverage only took up about 15-20 ish minutes of the content.
Some insight into Rainn's life, and interesting religion; however, if you are hoping to get some great stories of The Office, then I would pass, as there is very little here.
If you do want to hear about one man's travels as he became an actor, and about a smaller faith group I hadn't heard about then this might be perfect for you.
In addition, I was hoping there would be more coverage of Rainn's time on the office, afterall, it was 9 seasons and his biggest role to date, but on the audio version the Office coverage only took up about 15-20 ish minutes of the content.
Some insight into Rainn's life, and interesting religion; however, if you are hoping to get some great stories of The Office, then I would pass, as there is very little here.
If you do want to hear about one man's travels as he became an actor, and about a smaller faith group I hadn't heard about then this might be perfect for you.
The thing that really stood out about this story to me was the very interesting art style.
It reminded me a lot of a Miyazaki movie in that the visuals are stunning, the environments and main character interesting, but the story is more gentle and less fast paced.
An interesting first volume, I will be keeping an eye out for volume 2.
It reminded me a lot of a Miyazaki movie in that the visuals are stunning, the environments and main character interesting, but the story is more gentle and less fast paced.
An interesting first volume, I will be keeping an eye out for volume 2.