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Punisher: Soviet by
adventurous
dark
reflective
medium-paced
3.5
Disappointment by my own lack of research. I was hoping for a good Cold War story or maybe an alternate reality like Red Son; instead, this is a straight-forward going after the bad guy, where Frank teams up with an ex-Soviet soldier to take down the man who sold out his squad to the enemy. I enjoy work based on Ennis' writing, but this is my first time reading. Brutally realistic look at PTSD and fallout of war.
Heartstopper Volume 4 by Alice Oseman
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
3.75
Such a positive comic series. Things get pretty intense in this volume, but under all the drama and stress there is always love and support. Very uplifting.
Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness by Susannah Cahalan
emotional
informative
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
3.5
This has been on my TBR for about 10 years, and I'm glad it holds up well. Susan is an excellent writer, and as horrific as her experience was, it was truly scary to find out how un-unique it was. I'm glad she was able to turn her trauma into a useful documentation that seems to have made a significant difference in the medical community.
Waller Vs. Wildstorm by Evan Narcisse, Spencer Ackerman
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.25
I have absolutely no knowledge of the Wildstorm imprint, so I actually had to re-read the first issue to make sure I was following everything, since several characters are only mentioned by name. It was fairly easy to follow once things get going, though. Waller is always a force to be reckoned with, and this serves as something of an origin story for her. Lots of intrigue and brutality.
A Prayer for the Crown-Shy by Becky Chambers
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Such a delightful series. I love Monk and Robot. They have the most endearing relationship. Chambers is so great at highlighting the little moments that pass between them without words, as well as the important conversations that don't always end in a nice, clean way. I hope this series continues, but, if not, this was a very satisfactory ending.
Superman: Red and Blue by John Ridley
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
Beginning with Loeb and Sale's Marvel series, I love the concept in comics of doing an anthology series with a focus on the characters primary colors. Superman: Red and Blue does not disappoint. A mix of stories about citizens and aliens, heroes and villains, and values.
Lost in the Moment and Found by Seanan McGuire
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
The last book explored a dark alternative to Eleanor's school, and this one opens new mysteries about the nature of the doors. I wonder if there is an end game in mind. While each book works as a standalone adventure, she seems to be leading up to something big...
Heartstopper Volume 2 by Alice Oseman
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75