January 2019

by Miller, Madeline

Book - 2012

The author took a story I knew by heart and added so much depth and nuance to the characters. I couldn't put it down! It keeps the epic, poetic feel I associate with Homer, but fills it with passion and urgency. The author took a story I knew by heart and added so much depth and nuance to the characters. I couldn't put it down! It keeps the epic, poetic feel I associate with Homer, but fills it with passion and urgency. Show less

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Book Six, The Machine War

by Lemire, Jeff

Book - 2018

A thoroughly satisfying conclusion to one of my favorite series. The subject of ancient precursors often ends up a bit muddled. This story balanced well e...Show more A thoroughly satisfying conclusion to one of my favorite series. The subject of ancient precursors often ends up a bit muddled. This story balanced well explaining their story and giving depth to the various factions and a very big cast of characters. Everyone felt like they had earned their ending, and no one was left out. The art, as always, is breathtaking and adds a beautifully human touch. Show less

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Gideon Falls

Book 1, The Black Barn

by Lemire, Jeff

Book - 2018

I read this shortly after "Infidel" by Pornsak Pichetshote (see December 2018 list ). When people start tossing around phrases like "100 be...Show more I read this shortly after "Infidel" by Pornsak Pichetshote (see December 2018 list ). When people start tossing around phrases like "100 best horror stories ever", my impulse is to compare them, but really, why not just instead celebrate having two incredible horror stories in one year. The pacing is spot on, with the two parallel stories building on each other to create a perfect sense of creeping unease. The dynamic visuals, playing with panel placement and inverting perspective works really well to convey mental states wordlessly - this is exactly why I love comics as a medium. Show less

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The Wicked + the Divine

Vol. 7, Mothering Invention

by Gillen, Kieron

Book - 2018

At seven volumes, I had worried that the story was starting to meander. This volume brings it home, answering some questions about the origins of the cycl...Show more At seven volumes, I had worried that the story was starting to meander. This volume brings it home, answering some questions about the origins of the cycle, and introducing all new questions, ramping up momentum for the conclusion. Morigan and Baphomet's story has emotionally grounded grittiness and pain that makes this series worth following. Show less

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Motor Crush

Vol. 1

by Fletcher, Brenden

Book - 2017

Tie for slot number 5: I couldn't decide between serious and popcorn. I just love this series. Lots of well-rounded and individual female leads, awesome m...Show more Tie for slot number 5: I couldn't decide between serious and popcorn. I just love this series. Lots of well-rounded and individual female leads, awesome motorcycles, fun color palate, and dynamic layouts. What more can I add? Its not particularly deep, but I love all of it, and I can't wait to see more of this world. Show less

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Judas

by Loveness, Jeff

Book - 2018

Tie for slot number 5: a daring story to tell, well done. I was pretty skeptical - Judas is a popular post-modern topic, usually badly handled. This ended...Show more Tie for slot number 5: a daring story to tell, well done. I was pretty skeptical - Judas is a popular post-modern topic, usually badly handled. This ended up being a strong story of the weight of guilt and power of forgiveness. It wrapped me up in the power of its narrative. Absolute props to the creative team for daring to serialize such an unusual story. Show less