I'm continuing to read through my graphic novel list, slowly (very slowly) but surely and blogging when I have a few to put together. There are too many authors/artists to tag in Blogger's labels, and frankly the comics themselves do a terrible job of listing all the artists and people involved in creating these books. For efficiency, I'm listing only those credited on the cover (extra points to Radiant Black for listing letterers and colorists on the cover where they belong!), but if you're reading a graphic novel, please do take a moment to look past the cover and read who's doing the letters, who's inking, who is coloring in all those gorgeous drawings and bringing them to life. You may be surprised to learn just how many people it takes to bring a comic book to its full glory. -Lynnie
By Tom King and Greg Smallwood
I had my eye on this series after I saw the
cover of issue 1 because it was GORGEOUS! I could not resist the
mid-century vibe of the colors and artwork and the inside did not
disappoint. The entire volume is a visual feast! The story is also
pretty grand.
Christopher Chance is the Human Target- when members of the DC Universe know someone is out to get them, Chance is the man that stands in until he can figure out who wants them dead. His latest job, however, serving as Lex Luthor's replacement, has gone horribly wrong- it appears someone has succeeded and now Chance has twelve days to figure out who killed him. There are obvious parallels to the 1988 (and 1950) movie D.O.A., but I was willing to overlook that and go along for the ride.
This is my first DC Black Label experience and it's interesting to see some of the characters used in ways that are not typical for them, but I enjoyed that part of it. It's fun to see characters you know opened up to a bit more creative storytelling, so there are no complaints from me in that regard. Overall, I enjoyed watching Chance try to find his killer and I'm eager to read the 2nd volume and see the mystery solved, even if the ultimate ending may be a foregone conclusion.
Christopher Chance is the Human Target- when members of the DC Universe know someone is out to get them, Chance is the man that stands in until he can figure out who wants them dead. His latest job, however, serving as Lex Luthor's replacement, has gone horribly wrong- it appears someone has succeeded and now Chance has twelve days to figure out who killed him. There are obvious parallels to the 1988 (and 1950) movie D.O.A., but I was willing to overlook that and go along for the ride.
This is my first DC Black Label experience and it's interesting to see some of the characters used in ways that are not typical for them, but I enjoyed that part of it. It's fun to see characters you know opened up to a bit more creative storytelling, so there are no complaints from me in that regard. Overall, I enjoyed watching Chance try to find his killer and I'm eager to read the 2nd volume and see the mystery solved, even if the ultimate ending may be a foregone conclusion.
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I'm enjoying this series quite a bit. This volume bounces around a bit in the timeline & occasionally I found myself going back a few pages (or issues) to see if I had missed something. The story held my attention and the artwork remained wonderful- vibrant, creative, and bursting with color and emotion, I enjoyed it thoroughly. I'm eager to see what happens next with the Radiant crew, though I see there are some individual issues for the various Radiants- not sure I'll go that deep into the universe, but never say never.
By Rainbow Rowell and Andres Genolet
Another fun adventure with the Runaways. I
enjoyed this side adventure with Doc Justice as the Runaways got to
explore the idea of being traditional "cape-and-tights" superheroes. It
was great to see most of them embrace their alter-egos while not at all
surprising for Gert to see through the fantasy and find the ugly reality
in the situation.
A fast, fun volume. I look forward to the next one- perhaps it will get back to moving the story along. Though, if it's as entertaining as this volume, even if it doesn't drive the plot forward too much, I'm not sure I mind.
A fast, fun volume. I look forward to the next one- perhaps it will get back to moving the story along. Though, if it's as entertaining as this volume, even if it doesn't drive the plot forward too much, I'm not sure I mind.
Eight Billion Genies, Issues 1-4
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By Charles Soule and Ryan Browne
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I am absolutely LOVING this series. In a single
moment, each person on Earth gets their own personal genie, willing to
grant them their own single wish. As expected, some people wish well,
while others, not so much. Wishes are wasted, wishes are instantly canceled by
other wishes, people die, are disappointed, and still others hold onto
their genies and wishes due to uncertainty, caution, wisdom, or hope.
It’s a fascinating look at humanity, greed, fear, and bravery. I can’t wait to see what happens next!
It’s a fascinating look at humanity, greed, fear, and bravery. I can’t wait to see what happens next!
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