Comics I've Read Recently: Spring 2017

It seems like every couple months I go through a cycle where I read a ton of comics, and in the past few months I have done just that. I tend to go through entire periods where I read no comics and then suddenly I will read four in the span of a month. I don't know why, maybe I have to be in the mood or maybe I just read other things. So I thought I would share some of my thoughts on them for you all.

Batgirl, Vol. 1: Beyond Burnside by Hope Larson and Raphael Albuquerque 
(Amazon / Goodreads / Comixology)

Synopsis: A part of DC Universe: Rebirth! 

 Barbara Gordon looks to add a new bullet point to her already impressive Batgirl resume: travel agent. Having just (barely!) survived the Battle of Burnside and verging on an Arkham-worthy breakdown, the star pulls a Kerouac and gets on the road to find herself.

Follow Babs on her worldwide quest in Batgirl, Volume 1: Beyond Burnside, with New York Times best-selling author Hope Larson and award-winning artist Raphael Albuquerque leading the way! 

Collecting: Batgirl 1-6

My Thoughts:

I have to say, I was a little nervous about reading this comic. Now not because I don't like Batgirl, because I do. Hell, my phone lock screen is Batgirl reading a Wonder Woman comic. No, I was nervous because I do love Batgirl. And I really loved The New 52 Batgirl. I didn't want a new iteration of the character, I wanted the Babs I had just grown to love. But this was a great extension of that story.

I think they did do a good job of connecting the classic character with that of her modern incarnation. It wasn't a total departure or retcon which was but if I am being entirely honest I didn't enjoy it as much. Story wise it was interesting enough with a good plot that took over most of the book and interesting smaller storylines for each issue. And the art was fantastic and colorful which I really enjoyed.

What I think I didn't like as much was the character. I do appreciate that they didn't completely throw out the previous run which, let's be real, happens a lot with comics but I still didn't like it as much. Barbara didn't feel as much like the fun and modern twenty-something like she did in the New 52 run. She was still kickass and snarky but I was still missing something.

Only the whole, this was a good comic that I think fans of the character will enjoy but it get very much like a bridge book. I'm curious for what is next for the DC Rebirth version of the character and I'm glad to hear she's back in Burnside. If you like Batgirl or you are a fan of any of DC's superheroines, check this out, but if you are new to the character, start with The New 52.

Wonder Woman, Vol. 1: The Lies by Greg Rucka and Liam Sharpe

 (Amazon / Goodreads / Comixology)

Synopsis: A part of DC Universe: Rebirth! 

New York Times best-selling writer Greg Rucka returns to Wonder Woman! After suffering an unimaginable loss, Diana must rebuild her mission as Earth's ultimate protector and champion. However, in the midst of her grief, her Lasso of Truth stopped working! Start down the rabbit hole as dark secrets from Wonder Woman's past unravel her present!

 From the ashes of DC Universe: Rebirth, critically acclaimed writer Greg Rucka along with illustrator Liam Sharpunveil a tale that will forever alter the DC icon in Wonder Woman, Volume 1: The Lies!

Collecting: Wonder Woman 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, Rebirth

My Thoughts:

Okay so remember how I said I loved The New 52 version of Batgirl? Well I never read The New 52 Wonder Woman. At least not as extensively as I read Batgirl. I read a few volumes but I wasn't as connected with that version of the character. So that being said I was interested to see the direction they would take the character in with the movie coming up.

And while I enjoyed it a great deal, I wasn't totally blown away. This is a really good example of what I think that DC Comics is trying to do with Rebirth, the characters have been retconed and had their stories changed so many times that it's hard to know what is canon. And honestly, Wonder Woman is just as confused as we are. And while I appreciate that levity, it doesn't make for a great story.

And yes, there were some good elements and some classic Wonder Woman playing peacemaker and kicking ass when necessary, but on it's own it wasn't a great comics volume. I think when the series continues and we are able to move past this volume it will be much better.

If you are a Wonder Woman fan maybe check this one out, but if you are reading the character for the first time, do not start here. I would also maybe suggest waiting until you have volume 2 and reading them together. I have that one now so we shall see how I feel.

Rat Queens, Vol 3: Demons by Kurtis J. Weibe and Tess Fowler
(Amazon / Goodreads / Comixology)

Synopsis: Having survived the end of the world, the Queens follow Hannah back to where it all began: Mage University. A long perilous journey awaits the Rat Queens as they attempt to find out what happened to Hannah’s father while battling their own demons.

 Collects RAT QUEENS #11-15, RAT QUEENS SPECIAL: BRAGA #1, plus extras!

My Thoughts:

Oh I totally love this comic. Rat Queens is absolutely one of my favorites and one of the main reasons that I got into comics a few years ago. I've been dragging my feet in reading the next volume but when I saw it was on sale on Comixology I picked it up and read it almost right away.

And while I don't think this is my favorite in the series, it was a really amazing next installment. This volume is absolutely, without a doubt, about Hannah. Hannah has to come to terms with her past and face literal and figurative demons in this book. I think maybe the reason I didn't love it as much is because I didn't love Hannah's development. Yes, I am all about her becoming who she is deep down but it lost some of it's heart. I don't want to give too much away but I didn't like the way it ended.

But I seriously love these characters. After three volumes I have become so attached to them and their stories. Violet is probably my favorite and she wasn't a very big part of this one so that could have added to my thoughts of it. I also really love the fantasy or sword and sorcery vibe to it. It's a comic I think fantasy fans will appreciate even if you aren't a fan of comics.

Ms. Marvel Volume 4, Last Days by G. Willow Wilson and Adrian Alphona
 (Amazon / Goodreads / Comixology)

Synopsis:From the moment Kamala put on her costume, she's been challenged. But nothing has prepared her for this: the last days of the Marvel Universe. Lucky she's got the help of Carol "Captain Marvel" Danvers! Between teaming up with her personal hero to rescue her brother and trying to keep her city from falling into an all-out frenzy, Kamala has barely had time to come to terms with the fact that the world is literally collapsing around her. But the truth will catch up to her, and soon. When the world is about to end, do you still keep fighting? Kamala knows the answer. Let's do this, Jersey City.

Collecting: Ms. Marvel (2014) #16-19, written by G. Willow Wilson and illustrated by Adrian Alphona, plus material from Amazing Spider-Man (2014) #7-8

My Thoughts:

Ms. Marvel is another one of those comics that got me excited about comics a few years ago. Actually, she might have been the first one I read. And similar to Rat Queens, I have been dragging my feet in finishing the series because I don't want it to end. But again I saw that it was on sale on Comixology and I couldn't pass it up.

And this next installment was just as good as the previous ones. Kamala Khan is a fangirl and a superhero rolled into one and as a nerdy female comics fan I can't help but relate. I feel like Kamala is all of us and seeing her popularity rise in and out of the comic is hugely satisfying. But she also still maintains the heart of the character. She's far from perfect and I liked seeing her succeed and mess up at the same time.

The best part of this comic however is the art. In other comics and graphic novels I find myself thinking that they are kind of boring or simple designs and I think it's because I was spoiled by the likes of Ms. Marvel. Seriously, the art is so intricate and if you look closely you will notice some really fun and interesting things,

My one criticism, and this is the case I think for a few other Marvel comics that came out around the same time (see Squirrel Girl just below), but it was really short. I mean it had it's own storyline but it felt like it was just a means to an end, that end being Civil War and Ms, Marvel becoming an Avenger. Which I'm cool with but I just want more Kamala.

Unbeatable Squirrel Girl, Vol. 2: Squirrel You Know It's True by Ryan North and Erica Henderson
(Amazon /Goodreads / Comixology)

Synopsis: The breakout character of 2015 continues her one-woman crusade against injustice and jerks! These TAILS of the Squirrel Girl will show you the Marvel Universe's most powerful super hero from a bunch of brand-new perspectives, several of them Quite Astonishing.

Collecting: The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl 5-8, material from GLX-Mas Special, The Thing 8, Age of Heroes 3

My Thoughts:
I read the first volume of Squirrel Girl in my last comics binge and I loved it so much that I wanted to read more. So Comixology again was having a sale and I got the next two volumes for just under $10, which was very exciting because I needed some Squirrel Girl in my life.

And yes, like Ms. Marvel, this was a very short volume of the character. I mean it was even shorter because it only had a few actual volumes of this version of the character and then it had a few other versions at the end. It was just not enough for me.

That's because I really like Squirrel Girl. She doesn't take herself too seriously and she is the kind of superhero who really honestly loves what she does in fighting crime and helping people. It's great to see such an upbeat and inspiring hero. I also love that she tries to solve problems without fighting, and often succeeds, but isn't afraid to use her fists. Like I said, inspiring.

Things have been really stressful lately and it was really nice to take a break and have a lighthearted and fun comic and character like Squirrel Girl. I really enjoyed this volume and I can't wait to read the next one.

And those are all the comics I have read in the past few months. Have you read any of these comics? What did you think? Do you have any comics or graphic novels that you would recommend to me? Leave me a comment with your thoughts. Thanks for stopping by and HAPPY READING!

Book Review: Wires and Nerve, Vol. 1 by Marissa Meyer and Douglas Holgate

Title: Wires and Nerve, Vol 1 Series: Wires and Nerve #1 (also basically The Lunar Chronicles #6)) Written by: Marissa Meyer and Douglas Holgate (illustrations) Published: January 31, 2017 by Feiwel and Friends (Macmillan) (Amazon / Goodreads) Synopsis: In her first graphic novel, #1 New York Times and USA Today bestseller Marissa Meyer follows Iko, the beloved android from the Lunar Chronicles, on a dangerous and romantic new adventure -- with a little help from Cinder and the Lunar team.  In her first graphic novel, bestselling author Marissa Meyer extends the world of the Lunar Chronicles with a brand-new, action-packed story about Iko, the android with a heart of (mechanized) gold. When rogue packs of wolf-hybrid soldiers threaten the tenuous peace alliance between Earth and Luna, Iko takes it upon herself to hunt down the soldiers' leader. She is soon working with a handsome royal guard who forces her to question everything she knows about love, loyalty, and her own humanity. With appearances by Cinder and the rest of the Rampion crew, this is a must-have for fans of the bestselling series.

I'm a huge fan of The Lunar Chronicles and so I bought a copy of this shortly after the book came out, but I have been waiting to read it until this month because of my science fiction theme. And I'm glad I read it because it's amazing and adorable. I loved it. It took me just a few hours to read this graphic novel that is a must read for fans of The Lunar Chronicle series.

For one thing it was great to revisit the world of the series. I love the science fiction world that Marissa created and here we get to explore it even more. There are just as much space ships, cyborgs, and political intrigue as the main series and it made for an interesting read and fun world.

The best part about this book is also the best part of The Lunar Chronicles and that is the character. In this graphic novel series our main character is Iko. I could not be more excited about that. Iko finally gets the attention she deserves. She's back with a vengeance and so is her trademark humor and fangirl attitude. On top of that we get to see her be the hero and let me tell you, kickass Iko is my favorite Iko. She's such a great and complex strong female protagonist and I'm really glad to see her in the spotlight and not in the background.

But if you were worried that we wouldn't get to see he other characters in the series fear not because this very much feels like a Lunar Chronicles story and features all your favorites from the original series. Cinder is of course a big part of the book as is Winter and it was great seeing them be leaders on Luna and Earth. Scarlet and Wolf were also back and being as cute as ever. But the characters that had the biggest role are the two I was hoping to see and that is Cress and Thorne. They are my favorite characters and they reminded me just how much in this book.

This book also has the trademark Lunar Chronicles humor. It's such a fun read and the tone of the series translated so well to a graphic novel format. There was tons of action and adventure as well as light-hearted and even silly moments. But when it comes right down to it, there was a really engaging plot as well. The book built to an exciting conclusion and I honestly did not want to stop reading to find out what was going to happen next. It was just as exciting and engaging as the original series.

My only criticism is with the artwork. If you don't read a lot of comics and graphic novels you probably won't care about this because it is really accessible when it comes to the drawings. But I found them a little bit basic. I know I'm asking for a lot in my hopes for full color drawings with lots of details but that's what I wanted and that's not what I got. The art is simple and cute which is fine but I wish it was a little more complex.

I am so glad this graphic novel exists. It was great read and a fantastic addition to the Lunar Chronicles. The characters are amazing, the plot is full of action, and adventure, and it's a fast an fun read you will finish in just a few hours.

I give Wires and Nerve, Vol 1 by Marissa Meyer and Douglad Holgate 9.5 out of 10 stars

Buy/Borrow/Bypass: Buy. If you love The Lunar Chronicles series you must pick this one up. I'm not sure I would recommend this to people who like graphic novels and have not read the main series. It's a fun book but you need to be familiar with the series and the characters to really enjoy it. And enjoy it I did.

Have you read Wires and Nerve, Vol. 1? What did you think? Leave me a comment with your thoughts. Thanks for stopping by and HAPPY READING!

Comics I've Read Recently: Fall 2016

That's right friends, I have gone through another phase with comics. I tend to go through entire periods where I read no comics and then suddenly I will read four in the span of a month. I don't know why, maybe I have to be in the mood or maybe I just read other things. Well anyway, my reading lately has been very slow but I have been reading a ton of comics. Well, not a ton but a fair amount. So I thought I would share some of my thoughts on them for you all.

Bombshells, Vol. 1: Enlisted by Marguerite Bennett and Marguerite Sauvage  
(Amazon / Goodreads)
Synopsis: The incredibly popular DC Collectibles line is brought to life in these stories that reimagine the course of history!

As Word War II rages across Europe, the Allied forces issue a call to arms for the greatest heroines the world has ever known: THE BOMBSHELLS!

KATE KANE, the all-American Batwoman; DIANA OF THEMYSCIRA, warrior Princess of the Amazons; KARA STARIKOV and KORTNI DUGINOVNA, defenders of Mother Russia; and MERA, royal daughter of the legendary Atlantis! With aid from their allies at home and abroad, these mighty women will turn the tide of war and defend those inviolable rights of Truth, Justice and Freedom.

From writer Marguerite Bennett (BATGIRL, EARTH 2: WORLD’S END) and featuring artists including Marguerite Sauvage (HINTERKIND), Laura Braga (Witchblade), Bilquis Evely (Doc Savage), Mirka Andolfo (Chaos) and Ming Doyle (CONSTANTINE: THE HELLBLAZER) comes DC COMICS: BOMBSHELLS VOL. 1: ENLISTED. Collects DC COMICS: BOMBSHELLS #1-6.

My Thoughts:

I was super excited about this comic. I am all about female driven comics and a huge fan of DC's roster of females so I naturally had to read this. And it was really good, I wasn't blown away but I really enjoyed it.

The art, in general, was really good with pinup style costumes for all the women and lots of bright colors. It's set during World War II which felt like a natural fit and a bit of a throwback to be honest, which I appreciated. But all of that worked together well with the style of the comics.

The story too was really interesting although frankly I think it was a little too big. It honestly felt like they were trying to cram every possible female on the DC roster into this comic and there were probably too many. I liked some stories more than others but in general the constant switching of perspectives kind of led to a lack of a cohesive story throughout the entire volume. Fewer characters and a tightening up of the plot would have taken this to the next level.

 But on the whole I really enjoyed Bombshells and I'm excited to now pick up Vol. 2. If you like female driven comics and are a fan of any of DC's superheroines, check this out.

Princeless, Vol. 1: Save Yourself by Jeremy Whitley and Mia Goodwin
Vol. 2: Calamity 

(Amazon / Goodreads)

Synopsis: Adrienne Ashe never wanted to be a princess. She hates fancy dinners, is uncomfortable in lavish dresses, and has never wanted to wait on someone else to save her.

However, on the night of her 16th birthday her parents, the King and Queen, locked her away in a tower guarded by a dragon to await the rescue of some handsome prince. Now Adrienne has decided to take matters into her own hands!

Come join the Eisner-nominated team of Jeremy Whitley and M. Goodwin for a tale of swashbuckling in the face of sexism. Princeless is the action adventure for the girl who's tired of waiting to be rescued and ready to save herself

My Thoughts:

I think I saw this while browsing through Comixology, maybe there was a sale, maybe I was just checking stuff out that were unlimited, maybe I had heard someone talking about it in some way so I went to look for it. I don't know. I found it and I read it and I loved it.

This was a really fantastic comic. I would say it's more on the younger end with a teenage protagonist, bright colors, and more of a classic design style. But it's a great feminist comic with a princess saving herself (who would have thought!) and there is a lot of humor and inside jokes that I think people of all ages will enjoy.

If you like female-centric comics or are looking for something to get a young girl who likes strong female characters and comics, check this out. I'm interested to see where the story goes, I think I heard that there is a pirate princess in the next volume and YES, PLEASE!

Unbeatable Squirrel Girl, Vol. 1: Squirrel Power by Ryan North and Erica Henderson
(Amazon /Goodreads)

Synopsis: Collects The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl #1-4, Marvel Super-Heroes (1992) #8.

 Doctor Doom, Deadpool, even Thanos: There’s one hero who’s beaten them all — and now she’s starring in her own series! That’s right, it’s SQUIRREL GIRL! The nuttiest and most upbeat super hero in the world is starting college! And as if meeting her new roommate and getting to class on time isn’t hard enough, now she has to deal with Kraven the Hunter, too? At least her squirrel friend Tippy-Toe is on hand to help out. But what can one girl, and one squirrel, do when a hungry Galactus heads toward Earth? You’d be surprised! With time running out and Iron Man lending a helping hand (sort of), who will win in the battle between the Power Cosmic and the Power Chestnut? Plus: Squirrel Girl’s classic debut!

My Thoughts:
I have been wanting to read this series for awhile now. I had heard really good things and not only do I love female driven comics, obviously, and this one seemed so unique and interesting. So during Comixology's Black Friday deals I picked up a copy and I'm so glad that I took the time to read it because it was really good.

The thing I loved most about Squirrel Girl is that she doesn't take herself too seriously. I love me some comics but I typically prefer them on the more lighthearted and funny side of things. Like I will take Deadpool and his wisecracking over Batman and his dark detective work any day. And Squirrel Girl is the epitome of lighthearted and fun. I mean come on, she's a teenage girl who is part squirrel. But that's why she is so charming. If this comic doesn't make you smile, look at your sense of humor.

But the other thing that I loved about this comic is that Squirrel Girl, while being a typically and excitable teenage girl, kicks a ton of ass. It's the kind of comic that shows that anyone can save the day, even if their main power is being able to talk to squirrels. But everyone is always underestimating her and her companions which is all the more satisfying when she saves the planet, and she does just that.

And those are all the comics I have read in the past few months. Have you read any of these comics? What did you think? Do you have any comics or graphic novels that you would recommend to me? Leave me a comment with your thoughts. Thanks for stopping by and HAPPY READING!

Book Review: A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness

Title: A Monster Calls Written by: Patrick Ness Published: March 13, 2013 by Candlewick (Amazon / Goodreads) Synopsis: An unflinching, darkly funny, and deeply moving story of a boy, his seriously ill mother, and an unexpected monstrous visitor.   At seven minutes past midnight, thirteen-year-old Conor wakes to find a monster outside his bedroom window. But it isn't the monster Conor's been expecting-- he's been expecting the one from his nightmare, the nightmare he's had nearly every night since his mother started her treatments. The monster in his backyard is different. It's ancient. And wild. And it wants something from Conor. Something terrible and dangerous. It wants the truth. From the final idea of award-winning author Siobhan Dowd-- whose premature death from cancer prevented her from writing it herself-- Patrick Ness has spun a haunting and darkly funny novel of mischief, loss, and monsters both real and imagined.

Reading a super beloved book by so many of your friends and fellow book nerds is always a hard thing. What if you thought it was alright but not worth the hype? What if you hate it and they disown you? What if you love it and you wish you had listened and read it sooner, you'll get the inevitable I told you so. Well guys, I'm happy to report that A Monster Calls lives up to the hype, it's amazing.

First of all, this is a really short read. It's not quite a graphic novel but also not really a full blown novel either. It's somewhere in between. Which honestly was perfect. As you may have seen yesterday, I am in a bit of a reading slump. So having something that I can devour because of it's length was perfect. Plus the art is absolutely amazing. It's dark and dramatic which added a lot of context and interest to the story. It broke things up a little bit and for someone like me who doesn't naturally visualize things in a book this was great.

But the real great thing about this book is the emotion behind it. Yeah, I cried. I'm not ashamed to admit it. I'm a big crier, I cry often. But I will say that there has been some cases where my hipster tendencies make it so that I don't cry because everyone else did. And yes, I knew how it was all going to end but it still hit emotionally. Patrick Ness did a great job of building up to the inevitable in a way that is impactful which not all authors can do. Not to mention the smaller more emotion moments along the way that got me in their own way.

I'm not sure I knew exactly what I was getting into with this book but what I found was definitely fantastic and engrossing. Because the great thing about this book is that it's surprisingly character driven and that's what makes this book so good emotionally and from a story persepctive. It's about darkness and pain. It's about dealing with those moments you don't want to deal with. It's about life and loss. It's about people and connection. It's about everything at the same time and that's what makes it so good.

Patrick Ness has definitely written an amazing and emotional read. It feels a lot like the middle grade coming of age novels that I love. That on top of the gorgeous writing and beautiful pictures made for an interesting and engaging read that I am glad I took the time to read. Yes, I do wish that I had read this sooner but better late than never.

I give A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness 9.5 out 10 stars

Buy/Borrow/Bypass: Buy. If you are late to the party on this one like me, waste no more time and get yourself a copy. The movie comes out in just a few weeks which means this is the perfect time to take in this story before that one. I absolutely loved it and I think you will too.

Book Review: Nimona by Noelle Stevenson

Title: Nimona Author: Noelle Stevenson Published: May 19, 2015 by HarperTeen (Amazon / Goodreads) Synopsis: The graphic novel debut from rising star Noelle Stevenson, based on her beloved and critically acclaimed web comic, which Slate awarded its Cartoonist Studio Prize, calling it "a deadpan epic."  Nemeses! Dragons! Science! Symbolism! All these and more await in this brilliantly subversive, sharply irreverent epic from Noelle Stevenson. Featuring an exclusive epilogue not seen in the web comic, along with bonus conceptual sketches and revised pages throughout, this gorgeous full-color graphic novel is perfect for the legions of fans of the web comic and is sure to win Noelle many new ones.  Nimona is an impulsive young shapeshifter with a knack for villainy. Lord Ballister Blackheart is a villain with a vendetta. As sidekick and supervillain, Nimona and Lord Blackheart are about to wreak some serious havoc. Their mission: prove to the kingdom that Sir Ambrosius Goldenloin and his buddies at the Institution of Law Enforcement and Heroics aren't the heroes everyone thinks they are.  But as small acts of mischief escalate into a vicious battle, Lord Blackheart realizes that Nimona's powers are as murky and mysterious as her past. And her unpredictable wild side might be more dangerous than he is willing to admit.

**** I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher at BEA in exchange for an honest review. This fact has not changed my opinion. ****

About six months ago I got really into comics. It was never something that was in my reading repertoire and I'm really glad I did. Since then I have read some really fantastic comics. So now I can add graphic novels to the mix. I had heard good things about Nimona and thanks to my OTSP Secret Sister who got me a copy I decided to read it as part my fantasy month. I'm so glad I did because this was a fantastic story.

There is seriously so much going on in this book. I absolutely loved the plot here. Not only is there tons of humor and lighthearted moments but there is also lots of serious moments too. There was so much mystery and action throughout the book that I couldn't stop reading. I just cruised through the book not wanting to put it down. The themes and concepts addressed here are some that I absolutely love reading about no matter what format they are in. Things like an analysis of good and evil, friendship, trust, and being true to yourself. Part of what I love about books with superheroes is that there is always such great analysis of good and evil and Nimona is not exception. Stevenson plays with or perceptions of good and evil in so many different ways throughout the book.

And because she played with tropes of good and evil the characters were so interesting and complex. Practically all of them lived in a very grey area walking the line between good and evil. Many of them even change and evolve throughout the book that I'm not even sure how to classify them. They're all so odious which you probably know that I love. Ballister Blackheart who you could argue is the main character is a fantastic anti-hero. He has a strong moral code but isn't afraid to do the wrong thing it's for the right reason. His sense of morality is often at odd with many of the other characters from both sides.. There is his arch-nemesis Sir Goldenlion who doesn't always do the right thing despite meaning to. Even the titular character of Nimona is more chaotic neutral than anything else. The characters are so interesting and complex which really makes for a great read.

But because this is a graphic novel I want to take a second to talk about the art. It is engaging and interesting drawings that attract the eye but it isn't too distracting. It sounds like a weird thing to say but sometimes the art can be a little too much for me. But it can sometimes be too little. At the beginning it seemed a little basic and simple but as the book develops it becomes much more complex and beautiful. I thought it walked the line really well. If you aren't a big fan of comics and graphic novels this might be a good one to start with because the art is a little bit more simple.

But it's also a good graphic novel to start with because the story is so fantastic and engaging with characters who are likable and interesting and lots of themes that you see in traditional novels. On the whole and interesting and complex read that I loved.

I give Nimona by Noelle Stevenson 9 out of 10 stars

Buy/Borrow/Bypass: Buy. If you are a fan of graphic novels or not this is worth a read. If you arelooking for a complex story about heroes and villains or something a little different as a palate cleanser then check out Nimona. I'm so glad I read it.

Have you read Nimona? What did you think? Leave me a comment with your thoughts. Thanks for stopping by and HAPPY READING!