This was my favorite of the Fables arcs that I've read. It's also the longest one.
At this point I'd already shed a lot of tears over dear Ambrose (moThis was my favorite of the Fables arcs that I've read. It's also the longest one.
At this point I'd already shed a lot of tears over dear Ambrose (mostly called Flycatcher, the Frog Prince) and his tragic backstory. The comics have lingered on him here and there, and always for the most heartbreaking stories. Here we finally get to see him come into his own, grow up, and accept what Fate has decried for him.
This is the most fairy tale story that Fables has delivered just yet. It's inspiring and beautiful, though some might call it a bit saccharine. It's great to see old faces again, and it's good to see Ambrose really come into his own.
Mowgli's mission to track down Bigby finally comes to an end - but not without some interesting adventures in their own right. Bigby's explosive erranMowgli's mission to track down Bigby finally comes to an end - but not without some interesting adventures in their own right. Bigby's explosive errand is quite the sight to see. Cinderella has a diplomatic mission that tests her patience as well as her wits. Bigby finally gets to meet his children - and there is a Fabletown-wide celebration that brought a tear to my eye....more
The Adversary invaded the land of the Arabian Fables, causing many to flee to the Mundane Baghdad to escape his clutches. MowglThings are heating up.
The Adversary invaded the land of the Arabian Fables, causing many to flee to the Mundane Baghdad to escape his clutches. Mowgli, with much effort, arranged a meeting between Prince Charming and Sinbad - the emissary for the Arabian Fables. The language barrier proves difficult, but also the least of their issues. It turns out there is a djinn among the manifold belongings of the Arabian Fables, and that djinn poses a greater threat to the Mundane World than even, perhaps, the Adversary would.
This was a fun, exciting arc. I grew up with 1001 Arabian Nights in a few different incarnations, so it was entertaining to see a bit of that flavor enter the text. The Baghdad of the Homelands is gorgeous and well-worth lingering upon, and I liked the way that the djinn was handled by the text. I've also really enjoyed seeing Beast grow into his new responsibilities (and Charming, in some ways, fail to.)
This wasn't the first book I started in 2024, but it is the first book that I finished. Short, sweet, and sexy Erzabet Bishop's HEDGING HER BETS is tThis wasn't the first book I started in 2024, but it is the first book that I finished. Short, sweet, and sexy Erzabet Bishop's HEDGING HER BETS is the perfect distraction when you're feeling a bit under the weather. It's fun if you're feeling fine, too, but let me tell you - fresh out of the Emergency Room and barely able to see out of one eye this was exactly the book that I needed.
What better than to be swept away by the voluptuous, anxious hedgehog-shifter Natalie Erinaceaous as she learns to come into her own? Especially when that learning is aided by a sexy cat-shifter and bear-shifter who own the local BDSM club and are looking to complete their triad.
Fat positive, kink positive, and polyamory positive - this book has a bit of something for everyone it seems. Your fingers will fly through the pages and the steamy Happily Ever After will be enough to put a smile on your face.
I didn't know this little mini-series existed until now.
This is a decent, Batgirl-centric, mini-series within the Nightwing ongoing. Gotham has been tI didn't know this little mini-series existed until now.
This is a decent, Batgirl-centric, mini-series within the Nightwing ongoing. Gotham has been taken over by some dude named Simon Saint and turned into a police state. This is the Scarecrow's doing, so fear gas is rampant. Someone's hacked Oracle and taken over all of her systems. Seer, the one who hacked Oracle, uses her control to summon Nightwing into a trap!
What follows is a fast-paced adventure that does a lot to explain why Babs and Dick are now so much closer in vol. 2 of the Nightwing ongoing.
This was a fun 3-issue interlude. I like seeing Tim, Cass and Steph. I loved the Dick and Babs moments. It's nice to see this sort of a slow-burn grow....more
I've been reading a bit more Batfamily stuff, so less of the references are lost on me. I was more into DC/VertiThis continues to be a fantastic read.
I've been reading a bit more Batfamily stuff, so less of the references are lost on me. I was more into DC/Vertigo growing up than Marvel, so the knowledge is slowly returning as I keep delving into all of this.
The artwork is stunning - the first issue is essentially the comic book equivalent of a tracking shot. It's exciting, and draws the eye easily across the page. After that the plot picks up in earnest. We're reunited with members of the Titans as the issue goes on, and as Dick Grayson lands himself in far more trouble than Nightwing ever did. Or so it feels.
Dick is an intensely likable protagonist. The action is great. The writing is tight. These books are a joy to read, while still remaining suspenseful. I really can't wait to see where it goes next....more
You were raised by Bruce, and stuck in his shadow. You spend your life trying to impress him and be worthy of him.What must it feel like to be Robin?
You were raised by Bruce, and stuck in his shadow. You spend your life trying to impress him and be worthy of him. You eventually come close to even surpassing him - but you don’t know that. You’re just Robin. Boy Wonder. Maybe you aren’t even Robin yet, but just that kid that Bruce adopted trying to be worthy of being called a partner - because you want to be a partner, not just some sidekick.
It’s at this point in Dick Grayson’s life that Lemire picks up the story. ROBIN & BATMAN is a very intimate look at the life of young Robin, and it does a fine job of examining just what makes him tick. I find Dick to be a much more compelling character than Bruce - Bruce is archetypal, utterly wonderful, but Dick is more human and accessible. He’s the light to Bruce’s shadow.
This is just three short issues, but they pack a lot of punch. Alfred, as always, is the voice of wisdom Bruce so badly needs in his life. Killer Croc is a tragic villain, but still monstrous enough to send a chill down a reader’s spine. Roy Harper is, well, Roy. I got a good laugh out of him being there.
Great mini-series, and one I’m glad I came across at my trip to the library....more
Sarah Andersen has a gift for creating these absolutely adorable little comic strips. Her artwork is so sweet it makes your teeth ache, and that is noSarah Andersen has a gift for creating these absolutely adorable little comic strips. Her artwork is so sweet it makes your teeth ache, and that is no different now that she's drawing cryptids.
These strips are delightful, with plenty of fun callbacks throughout the length of the book to reward closer readers. This was just freaking adorable, and a fun little pick me up when in a bit of a reading slump....more
After learning Erica's origin in the last volume, this one hits harder.
Erica left the Order of St. George. The House of Slaughter has turned its backAfter learning Erica's origin in the last volume, this one hits harder.
Erica left the Order of St. George. The House of Slaughter has turned its back upon her, and the Dragon is not happy. Erica, now on her own, is continuing to do what she has always done - hunt monsters. Now, however, this task is significantly harder since there are no resources at her disposal.
Free of Archer's Peak, she has headed down to New Mexico where a different monster is on the loose. This type of monster, well, this one is usually something the white bandannas take on. This isn't slowing her down. Meanwhile, the House of Slaughter has called in some help to take care of the Erica Problem.
There isn't a lot of action in this volume, but it's building up pleasantly. The tension is high, and I can't wait to see it all come to a head. ...more
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