pickOkay, I LOVED that. While the Fables series continues to pull characters from fairy tales, this arc felt very much like a truly original story, and a wonderful journey for the previously overlooked protagonist. It wove seamlessly into the continuing story of the series but really took the time to tell its particular entry in a style that felt like vintage tales of knights and adventure. A new favourite in the series' collected editions.
so-soOkay, from a 'congratulations, you produced an emotional impact!' perspective, I understand the choices made. Even from a statement about long-running toxic cycles of violence, which could be heavily attached to the patriarchy, I get the choices made. But between this and Saga, I am so very, VERY over Vaughan fridging the love interest to further the plot. Having consumed much of it, I'm now going on an extended break from his work.
#ItTakesAllKinds Day 23: There are indeed #Superhero(es) in this Tommy Taylor series - very clever and well put together.
pickFeels like the start of a second big story arc, promising violence and consequences, with the hope of HEA, much like the last one! Glad to spend more time with Snow, Bigby and the kids. I wonder if the letter answering interlude was the writer and artists taking a breath before the chaos begins anew.
Digging the EXXTRA™ eyebrows.
pickAs with other volumes, I could sum this up by saying it was a LOT. But whether it's exposure to the previous books in the series, or a recent read of a Sandman book, it didn't seem as violent or depressing as previous entries, but was absolutely stuffed with plot and action. Considering the next book of the deluxe collected editions is the last one, I guess that makes sense. 1/2
bailedI tried to continue with the series but I realized that each volume is basically the same story but with a different killer. I'm ok with stopping at this volume and not finishing it. I understand the origin of The Sandman and that's cool. But I can't keep reading the same story over and over again. Life is too short.
pickFour detectives. Four timelines. One body.
Not quite sure what to make of this graphic novel. I liked it, but it was not the straightforward murder mystery I was expecting. Intriguing and original concept with a laudable message. Four different artists for the four different timelines worked well. Look forward to trying the Netflix adaptation soon!
#CloakandDaggerChristmas
pickGood times! The plot is cooking along - there's just as much sex and violence, but it feels like a few more positives were sprinkled in this volume. 👌🏻
