Comics Cornucopia

Comic books read this week: 

Fables Vol. 4 - March of the Wooden Soldiers by Bill Willingham 

5/5 stars

Batgirl Vol. 1 (The New 52) - The Darkest Reflections by Gail Simone

3/5 stars

Aquaman Vol. 1 (The New 52) - The Trench by Geoff Johns

5/5 stars

The Flash Vol. 1 (The New 52) - Move Forward by Francis Manapul

4/5 stars

Fireflies - Cory Archie

A dystopian short story 

When I say short, I meant it. It's less than 1,500 words so, why not try it out.

Rating: 3/5

Plot: Confusing at first but overall a good dytopian plot.

Characters: Of the 3 main characters, Noel/Noah's storyline was the darkest and most interesting. The other 2 could use some beefing up.

Strengths: The dark, gloomy mood given to the story. Its length (you can literally read it in less then 15 minutes).

Weaknesses: Its length - not enough details given to wow me on this one. Lacking in explanations and descriptions for me to get a clear picture of the surroundings.

Final Verdict: Due to its length, I say this is worth a read.

The Exiled Queen - Cinda Williams Chima

Book 2 in the "Seven Realms" series.

Rating: 5/5

Plot:  Well woven, intense, adventurous, heart pounding. 

Characters: Multi-layered and very well developed. The characters you were suppose to hate, you hated and the characters you were rooting for, deserved your support. 

Strengths:  The complexity of the story. The two separate point-of-views from the two main characters. Well written and developed supporting roles. Interesting mix of ethnicities and equally neat political system.

Weaknesses: The RaisaXAmon relationship - too whiny and was a drag to read at times.

Final Verdict: Buy it and treasure it!

The Mysterious Benedict Society - Trenton Lee Stewart

Book 1 in the "The Mysterious Benedict Society" series.

Rating: 4/5

Plot: Unique, quirky and fun.

Characters: A little unrealistic but still very fascinating.

Strengths: A better version of Miss Peregrine's Home For Peculiar Children. Unique plot and concept.

Weaknesses: Too long which means a slow progressing plot.

Final verdict: Borrow this from a library immediately.