Saga continues to impress and shock. This series is definitely not for everyone and I feel like this issue went farther when it comes to controversialSaga continues to impress and shock. This series is definitely not for everyone and I feel like this issue went farther when it comes to controversial issues and content than any previous issue. It makes it one heck of a ride, but proceed with caution if you offend easily!
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For me, the controversial content (which I cannot specify without spoilers) is presented in a fascinating and moving way. It is not always easy to weave sensitive content into a story, but this volume handles two or three hot button topics pretty perfectly.
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The art continues to be fantastic: detailed, beautiful, at times grotesque, always wonderful to look at. I am so glad that this series has kept up a high standard of illustration through eight volumes.
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Graphic novel fans, sci-fi fans, fans of stories that do not hesitate to shock in order to make a statement - you must all read this series!
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Saga continues to impress and shock. This series is definitely not for everyone and I feel like this issue went farther when it comes to controversial issues and content than any previous issue. It makes it one heck of a ride, but proceed with caution if you offend easily!
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For me, the controversial content (which I cannot specify without spoilers) is presented in a fascinating and moving way. It is not always easy to weave sensitive content into a story, but this volume handles two or three hot button topics pretty perfectly.
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The art continues to be fantastic: detailed, beautiful, at times grotesque, always wonderful to look at. I am so glad that this series has kept up a high standard of illustration through eight volumes.
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Graphic novel fans, sci-fi fans, fans of stories that do not hesitate to shock in order to make a statement - you must all read this series!...more
I am in the middle of a reading slump which has lending itself to a reviewing slump! I finished this book weeks ago but have not been inspired to reviI am in the middle of a reading slump which has lending itself to a reviewing slump! I finished this book weeks ago but have not been inspired to review it . . . or any others I have finished in that time. This is not a reflection on the book, it is just where my head is at right now.
This book is another entry in Grisham’s sports series of books. Along with Bleachers, Calico Joe, and Playing for Pizza – this book helps to firmly plant Grisham in a genre other than legal thrillers. I have loved all of this sports books and I think he does a pretty good job with them. In fact, lately I have been kind of lukewarm on his legal dramas, so Sooley is some of his best recent work in my opinion.
This time the sport is college basketball and you should give it a try if you are a fan of the sport. It also touches a lot on the situation international refugees go through and the contrast between life in war torn countries and the United States. So, while there is a lot of sports to be enjoyed here, there is also a lot to be learned about the world.
If you are just a fan of Grisham’s legal dramas, you may not enjoy this one. But I think it is worth giving it a try no matter what your interests. ...more
You may think it is easy to judge this book by its cover. Buxom, scantily clad superheroines doing battle with evil forces. And, while there is indeedYou may think it is easy to judge this book by its cover. Buxom, scantily clad superheroines doing battle with evil forces. And, while there is indeed a part of it, this series continues to provide a lot more than just sexy, action packed battles. There is a lot of humor and it gets surprisingly deep and introspective.
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The first half of this volume deals with each character’s viewpoint on what Hell is and if it exists or not.
The second half is two characters headed into hell to save a certain soul; each of those characters having a vested interest in the life and the afterlife of that soul. It actually gets quite emotional and tear-jerking at moments.
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A major development in this volume is a change in the way some of the main characters view each other. While there have been vicious rivalries, back stabbing, general loathing, and jealousy over time, all of the storylines for the previous volumes come together in what is definitely the biggest resolution of the series so far. I am quite impressed that a title that started out somewhat slowly and silly for me has morphed into a very strong and meaningful title.
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The artwork has remained the same throughout the series. That is something that I greatly appreciate in a graphic novel series. In the past, my interest has waned in titles when there is a big shift caused by new artists being brought in. Also, I continue to love that this has remained in a black and white format. While colors are cool, I am a big fan of how graphic novel art looks when done in basic black and white.
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I think that this title may appeal to a lot of people. I also think that the covers of the volumes may make you think it is something that may not interest you. Unfortunately, it does not hit its stride until about Volume 6 – but overall it is pretty good and worth a shot if you like Manga, black and white graphic novels, humor, and superheroes....more
At the time of reading, this book seems to be the most hyped book in my Goodreads feed. Not a minute goes by without a review or update from this bookAt the time of reading, this book seems to be the most hyped book in my Goodreads feed. Not a minute goes by without a review or update from this book popping up. If you know me, you know that no matter the type of book or the subject matter, if it is hyped I want to give it a go. With that in mind, when I started this, the only thing I knew about it was its hype – I knew zero about the story, genre, type of book, etc. I just had a cover and a title!
Did it live up to the hype?
I think it did. I was entertained by the story and found it very easy to follow. It was a bit of historical fiction with some mystery involved eventually rounding off with a little courtroom drama. One of my favorite phrases to use when applicable is that “heart-strings were pulled”, and there was definitely some of that happening here. I think if you like a good, well-told story you will like this one.
Who do I recommend it to?
Historical fiction fans for sure. Especially those interested in mid-20th Century American fiction. Issues of race and public perception at that time are key to the plot. I am not sure there was enough mystery/courtroom drama to interest fans of those genres if that is specifically what you are looking for. But, there is enough if you just need to satiate a small hunger. Also, while only a little steamy at times, I think fans of stories with some romance will enjoy this one. Again, if you need a lot of hot a heavy in your romance, you will not find it here, but the relationships in the story should be of interest.
Should you read it?
I feel like this story has a little of a bunch of genres and not too much of any. Because of this, I think it will appeal to a wide audience. So, if you have seen the hype in your feed, too, and have been wondering, I think you should try it out. You may not be blown away, but I don’t think you will be disappointed. ...more
It is finished! An adventure about 25 years in the making has come to an end – I have finally read the entire original run Strangers in Paradise serieIt is finished! An adventure about 25 years in the making has come to an end – I have finally read the entire original run Strangers in Paradise series. I restarted reading it from the beginning twice and was finally able to take the time to push it through to the end!
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It wasn’t that at any point the series was not good. I have always loved it very much. The thing was I started reading it in college back when it was still being released monthly. As life is topsy-turvey during the college years, I got away from comics around 2000 when there were only about 30 issues out. Then, later I went back (about 10 years ago) and bought up the whole series and started again. But, shortly after that (when I had, ironically, made it back up to about issue 30) I moved across country and started a new career. Strangers In Paradise - back on the back burner!
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I like to thank modern technology and Goodreads for helping me finish on this most recent push. Because of easy access to graphic novels on Hoopla and through my local library I have made it a habit of reading one volume of a graphic novel series per week. This was a goal I could easily track through Goodreads and connect with others who had similar graphic novel interests. Because of all this, I started again by including Strangers in Paradise in the rotation. I was not reading an SIP volume each week, but interspersing it at a rate of about one a month so I could savor the journey.
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After about 2 years or so of this most recent effort, here I am at the end of the ride. Kinda weird to say how sad I am that something is over when it actually ended 12 years ago . . . but I am! This series is amazing in so many ways – love, heartache, action, espionage, humor, birth, death, LIFE! Terry Moore is a wonderful writer and artist. Unlike some other graphic novels, he remained both writer and artist throughout the entire run. If you haven’t tried his work, it is so worth it and I cannot stress enough that Strangers In Paradise is a great place to start!
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I already have the first volume of his next series, Echo, lined up and ready to go. There is also Rachel Rising after that, so I do have more of Moore to go (HA! More of Moore, I like that!). Also, I will be looking into the fact that he started releasing new issues of Strangers In Paradise last January to celebrate 25 years since he started the original series. I think it is up to 7 or 8 issues and I will be excited to continue this adventure – I know it will be just as awesome as his first run!
The Strangers In Paradise series is winding down to a finish. With only one volume left after this one, a lot of the storylines are approaching resoluThe Strangers In Paradise series is winding down to a finish. With only one volume left after this one, a lot of the storylines are approaching resolution and many long standing questions are being answered. While the series did change a lot in the 15 years or so it was published, it has remained entertaining throughout.
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As mentioned in previous reviews, the artwork has evolved dramatically throughout the series. Also, Moore likes to move through different styles and mediums in the same issue. Some examples seen in this volume are the quick transition to a cartoonish look (see below) as well as a "rubbed" looking pencil sketch.
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While there is definitely a lot of humor (as usual) there is also a lot of emotional turmoil (as usual). There are so many revelations in this issue, fans will need a still drink and a box of tissues to go along with it.
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Excited to see the conclusion in the next issue, but sad that it is coming to an end. This whole series has been a treat to experience on and off for the past 20 years.
If you follow my reviews, you know that many of my nostalgic reflections involve my time working at Waldenbooks in the 1990s. That is no different witIf you follow my reviews, you know that many of my nostalgic reflections involve my time working at Waldenbooks in the 1990s. That is no different with The Christmas Box. For those of you who might be familiar with the history of this book, that should come as no surprise. Released in 1995, this short hardcover was a staple stocking stuffer for many years (and may still be). We had stacks of copies a couple hundred high and kept a display at the registers to encourage add-ons. During the month of December almost every other sale included a copy. Sometimes people would by multiple copies of it at a time to make sure everyone in the family had one.
So, since it was a short book and very popular you would think I read it back then to see what all the hype was about. Alas, I did not - I was much more specific with my reading at the time (mainly Stephen King and required high school reading), so a flowery covered book about Christmas wasn't worth my time. This holiday season I decided to remedy that.
I am very glad I took the time! This book has so much heart! It is an engaging, one sitting read. You could probably even easily read it out loud to your family in a couple of installments. The prose was very nice and tears were jerked many times - I was sure someone was cutting onions! I think this book will really resonate with people who try to juggle family time with the rigors of day-to-day life.
Side note: The following bears no impact on my judgment of the book, I just want to make sure everyone is in the know. This is a very faith-based book. I am aware that not all of my Goodreads friends are religious. If you think you may not enjoy a story with a Christ-based focus, then it is likely you will not enjoy this. But if you do like faith-based stories or don't mind them, I can easily recommend this story to you....more
I don’t know how else to explain it and the volume as a whole kinda felt weird. You spend the volumeThis is the mid-life crisis of Katina Choovanski!
I don’t know how else to explain it and the volume as a whole kinda felt weird. You spend the volume in the mind of Katchoo as she battles to re-find her identity after years of shady business deals, trust issues, and friends becoming lovers (and vice versa). The overall tone just felt so much different than previous volumes – makes me wonder if Terry Moore was having a bit of a mid-life crisis himself!
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Over the course of the series it has been obvious that Moore’s artistic style has been changing. To me, this is the issue where it became the most dramatically obvious. I can say that I like both the old and the new style. I feel like the newer style is a bit more comic book-y (if that makes sense). As Moore was finishing the Strangers in Paradise series, he started work on Echo – which is a more action/super hero/sci fi comic book so perhaps that had an influence. See below, the first picture is the cover of issue 1 (Katchoo on the left) and the one below is of her circa this volume.
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At the time of the release of the original issues in this volume, Moore was saying he didn’t have a plan yet for the end of the series. But, now I know there are only 14 issues/2 volumes left! At times I think I know where the story is going, but then I get thrown for a loop. The Katchoo in this volume is not what I expected and it seems a lot is still possible. I do feel like some of the long standing questions have been answered (maybe!?) I look forward to seeing where it goes, but I will be sad when it ends . . .
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Note: This volume collects issues 70-72 and 74-76 ...more
I am very impressed with McAndrew’s debut! SometimIt may be short, but this book is mighty!
Mighty action packed!
Mighty tear jerking!
Mighty intriguing!
I am very impressed with McAndrew’s debut! Sometimes when I go into debut novels I expect them to be unpolished and full of issues. I picture myself as a high school teacher with my red pen ready to mark all the places that need work. In this case, I needn’t have worried – the story and the writing are very tight. The pacing is great. The characters are interesting. I was into it from start to finish.
Sure there were a couple of action sequences and places in the dialogue that were a little cheesy or unbelievable, but that is kind of what I am looking for in a good action/escape book. I want a little crush-based romance. I want my hero to “drop the mic” after applying the finishing blow to his adversaries. I want the good guys to get back up even after they are given a beat down that should decommission them for weeks. Nate, the John McClane/Die Hard-esque protagonist, gives the reader all of these things.
I could say more, but I have stopped writing another paragraph about three times and am having trouble avoiding spoilers. This says a lot in itself!
If you would like a fast paced, action filled read with twists and turns, it wouldn’t hurt to give this a try. I look forward to seeing what else McAndrew has in him for the future!
Note on content: I thought this might interest some to know. This is definitely a Young Adult novel. While there are some violent action sequences, the language stays PG the whole time. I am not sharing this as a good or bad thing, but I think it might interest some people to know this when choosing YA novels for their teenagers.
Many thanks to author Matthew McAndrew for a paperback copy of this book in exchange for an honest review (just sorry it took me a while to get to it!) ...more
This book is an excellent experience! The characters and the story wilI finished this book and closed it.
I immediately had chills all through my body.
This book is an excellent experience! The characters and the story will grab you from page one and won’t let you go. You will be told stories of good things and bad things, friendships and jealousy, family and heartbreak. Each of them, whether they bring sadness or joy will fill your heart and satisfy your mind.
While pets do play a key role in this story, I don’t think you need to be a pet lover to enjoy it. I am not a big “fur baby” person myself, but I loved every single page of it. And, if you are a pet person, I think you will find even more satisfaction from this than I did. In fact, I find myself wanting to go out and get a cat now!
Bring your Kleenex, you are going to need it!
There is really nothing wrong with this book. It is absolutely perfect! It is going on my favorites list and I recommend it to all.
Thank you so much to Berkley for providing me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I love when a publisher provides such great literature for me to read! ...more
I enjoyed this book more than I expected. And, I wasn't really sure for the first half or so if I was enjoying it or not. But, as it built up to the eI enjoyed this book more than I expected. And, I wasn't really sure for the first half or so if I was enjoying it or not. But, as it built up to the end I was enthralled - definitely the sign of a good book.
The delivery of the story was very unique. The entire story (except for a few flashbacks) takes place over the course of a Thanksgiving Day Dallas Cowboy's game during the Gulf Conflict post 9/11. It concerns American heroes being honored and the reality of life in America vs military life in the Middle East being the catalyst for several interesting and intertwined storylines. I don't know the background of the author and how much he knows about military life (in person or researched), but he does a really great job providing some raw reality.
What is the most amazing to me is how many storylines he fits into one football game. Sure, as a story you can bend time how you want, but he does a pretty good job of making it seem reasonable that everything could have happened.
A great tear jerker that will make you think! I am hoping that it is an on point depiction of how military personnel view life coming out of combat because it is very eye opening and, in my opinion, worth everyone reading to see that it isn't all just,"Yay! 'Murica!" ...more
Just when you thought Strangers In Paradise was some run of the mill, straight forward, tug at your heart stringsArt galleries? FBI? Vegas showgirls?
Just when you thought Strangers In Paradise was some run of the mill, straight forward, tug at your heart strings publication, the volume Tomorrow Now comes along and changes everything!
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Another thing that Moore does in this volume is something he has done before, but I don’t think he has done it quite as extensively as he did it here. Throughout the story he changes format faster than those people who change outfits in a matter of seconds on stage (Have you seen those people before? Look them up on YouTube – pretty amazing!) On one page, it is your standard comic book format. Next, it will be a few pages of prose. Then it switches over to screenplay/stage play format. At one point there were even several pages where the art looked like it was in unedited draft format (i.e. it still had the guide likes for facial features and dialogue). He doesn’t really explain why he chose to do this to this extent for this volume (maybe he explained in the letters section, but I don’t always read through those). My guess, though, is that since Katchoo was trying to re-find herself and regain stability through many art mediums, Moore was trying to represent that symbolically with his art as well.
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And, while there is some serious introspection and heart string tugging, there is also still a lot of humor, too! Freddie – his usual sleazy self – and Casey – with her somewhat ditsy but truly big-hearted personality – provide some comic relief with some side journeys into where their life is now.
Oh, and there is a cliffhanger!
Funny enough, I was leaning 4 stars on this, but as I wrote this review, I talked myself into 5 stars. I was thinking 4 stars because there is only some slight plot advancement throughout a fairly long volume. Also, while the haphazardness of the progress was cool, I wasn’t sure it was my cup of tea. But, now that I have bothered write about all of it, it was much better than I originally thought!...more
"We are with you not against you We only hope you got the common sense to Realize we're unified And realize we are here to back you And not let anybody el"We are with you not against you We only hope you got the common sense to Realize we're unified And realize we are here to back you And not let anybody else attack you So you know we're on your side We're unified" The Mighty Mighty Bosstones
The Hate That U Give is an important story about humanity. As much as we think life is "us against them" it is really "us against us". Across all races there are good and bad people, wise and reckless decisions are made, opinions formulated, etc. But, in the end, there is not much difference between all of us.
This book does a great job of opening the discussion with fairness and open-mindedness. While the setting was inner city in the midst of racial tensions, the book was well written to be accessable to all readers. This is awesome because I think all people should give this story a try. Even if you don't care for YA or worry the subject matter might make you uncomfortable (in which case, you probably need a little uncomfortableness in your life) you should still give it a go.
I listened to the audiobook and the narrator was fantastic. If you tend to prefer audio or are thinking of reading this and wonder which format to try, the audio is definitely worth it. Bahni Turpin gives Angie Thomas' already lively dialogue an extra bump of passion with superb delivery and characterization.
Again, we all live together on this planet and there will not be enough room for us if we continue to let the hate between us grow. This book not only shows what happens if the hate grows, but also what happens when we work together to overcome it....more
This series keeps building. Each volume more intense. Every final issue more shocking than the last issue from the previous volume. If I didn't know hThis series keeps building. Each volume more intense. Every final issue more shocking than the last issue from the previous volume. If I didn't know how many volumes there are already, I might think I was getting close to a big, dramatic, and messy end.
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The emotion in this is very high and the rips in relationships seemingly unrepairable. There is a great sense of loss and moving on. In fact, one of the most shocking scenes so far in this series is in this volume and just takes the story so much farther into harsh reality than you would ever expect from a comic book.
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In addition to sorting out personal drama, the dark side of Katchoo's past continues to haunt. Conspiracy and revenge is found around every corner. So much packed into one volume!
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This series is just great. Amazing artistry and creativity in both the writing and the art. Not every twist in turn will be enjoyed by everyone, but it is just so damn beautiful!...more
This volume of Strangers in Paradise contains issue 50 - a great cover summarizing the first 50 issues. A pretty neat cover!
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Heart in Hand was aThis volume of Strangers in Paradise contains issue 50 - a great cover summarizing the first 50 issues. A pretty neat cover!
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Heart in Hand was a very intense volume. After the cliffhangers and unknowns of the last volume, this one delved deeper into the psyche of our heroines and their pursuit of happiness and each other.
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By the end of it, everything is so out of control I have no idea where we are going to end up. I feel like Moore has left me here before. But, I like it!
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A great next chapter in a great series. I highly recommend this series to anyone who likes stories about real life personal relationships....more
Thank you to the author, N.F. Paupe, for a copy in exchange for an honest review.
Overall feelings - This is a very impressive debut effort. Well writtThank you to the author, N.F. Paupe, for a copy in exchange for an honest review.
Overall feelings - This is a very impressive debut effort. Well written and thrilling; fans of recent suspense releases will find a lot to enjoy here. In fact, I was glad I enjoyed this as it is not usually a genre I have a lot of luck with – it is very hit or miss for me on titles like Gone Girl or The Girl on the Train. (If Paupe had known this before she provided me a copy, she may not have trusted me quite so much to review it!) Interestingly enough, I am reading Then She Was Gone right now and it reminds me a lot of What Happened to Michael.
Story – Hard to discuss without spoilers. In each chapter, a little more of the mystery and its possible answers are revealed – that mystery of course being what happened to Michael. There is some time jumping to keep you on your toes and you might want to take some notes to help you try and figure out the solution before the author tells you.
Characters – Tragic/faulty heroes throughout this book. The main characters are not dislikeable, but they have faults and vices galore. This is interesting in that you cannot quickly fall in love with them. Instead, you just kind of feel bad for them and keep hoping they will get their s#!t together! In fact, alcohol is so much of a vice in this story, it is almost a character of its own.
Recommendation – If you like any of the recent popular thrillers you cannot go wrong with this book. Seriously – it is very well written and better than several others I have read. Do not let the fact that this is the author’s first effort dissuade you, she has done a great job! If you are a parent of small children, proceed cautiously – it may hit too close to home and be uncomfortable to read. But, it will certainly affect you more than those without kids. As a father of a 6 and 4 year old this one did hit me pretty hard!
Side note: Paupe was fantastic to communicate with. She is so nice and sincere. She was not all business – I think she is really excited to get this in the hands of the readers so that they don’t miss out. Because of this, I want everyone to give this a shot if possible and throw some support her way!...more
A heartwarming tale of community and family across the years told from the perspective of a Climbing Tree as it watches relationships form, children gA heartwarming tale of community and family across the years told from the perspective of a Climbing Tree as it watches relationships form, children grow, disaster strike, and humanity band together to overcome adversity all from the comfort of its little inner city park.
Thank you to author Shelly Reuben for sending me a copy. One of my co-workers is a friend of Shelly’s and he is thanked on the acknowledgement page. Since he knew I read a lot, he put me in touch with her to see if I might be interested in her newest release. Boy, am I glad he did (thanks, Brendan)! Also, my apologies to Shelly for taking so long to get to the book – so much TBR!
This book is very, very readable and great storytelling! I was immediately captivated by the narrative of the tree. And, while it is one main story as a whole, it is comprised of a series of vignettes focusing on different characters over the years. While not a very long book, she managed to capture almost 100 years of stories from the site of the park without it feeling rushed or like anything was left out. Also, the book includes pencil sketches by Ruth McGraw of the characters and events within – a nice touch!
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As the story is told to us by the tree, I am reminded of another book I read recently: The Art of Racing in the Rain. That story was told from the perspective of a dog and, while he was only a side player in the main storyline, his presence was key. In My Mostly Happy Life, the Climbing Tree is mainly just sharing stories, but it does eventually become an essential player based on its role in the park throughout the park’s history.
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If you like good storytelling and a plot that gets you right in the feels, I guarantee that you cannot go wrong with this book!
Ah, the old heart strings tugged. Issues resolved. Questions answered. New situations arise. Nothing but usually ups and downs of paradise.
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ThisAh, the old heart strings tugged. Issues resolved. Questions answered. New situations arise. Nothing but usually ups and downs of paradise.
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This was another transitional volume. There was another one a few volumes back. It is almost like this series breathes with and action packed, information filled volume as you breath in. Then a slower paced, more introspective volume as you breathe out. Often feels like the calm before the storm.
I continue to love this series and recommend it highly. I don’t think you can start in the middle, though, so go to your local library or comic books store and hunt down those early issues – you won’t regret it!
Now for a big spoiler – this one has big ramifications over the story as a whole and going into the next volume:
Did I just read one of the most amazing books I have ever read? Yes, yes I did!
I cannot say enough about this book, the story, the w7.2 MILLION STARS!
Did I just read one of the most amazing books I have ever read? Yes, yes I did!
I cannot say enough about this book, the story, the writing, the characters, etc. etc. etc. Everything is perfect!
If someone had said to me, “Here is a 1000 page book about the building of a cathedral 1000 years ago in England” I probably would have fallen asleep before the end of their sentence. But, do not judge a book by its description – it is a 1000 page book about the building of a cathedral, but Follett does an amazing job of crafting a historical fiction story around it that will keep you engaged from page one until the very end.
With 1000 pages, there has to be filler, right? There is not! Every sentence, every word – all of it adds to the story. And, events on page 25 may have ramifications on the events of page 825. How the author kept the storyline together, intertwined, and fully applicable throughout is amazing. I picture him referencing a very complicated flowchart covering his entire wall while writing this book. Sounds confusing – it is not! Despite the intricacies, it was very easy to follow.
Do you love to hate evil characters and feel passionate emotions for the ones you love? READ THIS! I don’t think I have ever wanted to reach into a book more and strangle a character than I did with this book. Then, I found myself audibly cheering and groaning as the relationships of my favorite characters developed, succeeded, and sometimes failed. I was emotionally spent loving and hating these characters – and it might be the most I have ever been emotionally invested in characters in a long time (if ever).
I cannot say that this book will be for everyone, but it is worth giving it a try. Especially if you like any of the following:
• Historical Fiction • British Fiction • Stories about church vs government • Knights, monks, kings, and other medieval dramatis personae • Character studies
This comes with a warning, though: I know I have some book friends who do not like violent depictions of sex. If that is a problem for you, either go into this story being aware that you will be uncomfortable, or steer away from it completely....more
Hmmmm . . . this is interesting. I am not quite sure how I feel about this volume but it is definitely not bad. However, in this case, I almost feel lHmmmm . . . this is interesting. I am not quite sure how I feel about this volume but it is definitely not bad. However, in this case, I almost feel like saying I cannot make a solid judgement on it until I see where the story goes in the next volume.
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Cliffhanger is not the right word for what this volume is. There is a whole lot of resolution – almost like the series is coming to an end (but I know there are 90 issues and this volume only goes up through issue 43). But, there is also some new information . . . but, the way it is presented . . . well, again, I am just going to have to read on to see how I feel. These easiest way I can describe it is that Moore ends this volume like this is the end of Part One of the whole series – not just Part One of a smaller story. I really get the feeling like anything goes after this point.
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I need to do some online searching for the evolution of Moore’s art. While I recognized the characters in this volume, I felt like there has been a very dramatic turn in their appearance. I know at the time he was writing this volume he was doing some spinoff work that was more cartoonish, so perhaps that influenced his art in Strangers in Paradise (See Below)
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