Review: Threads and Portents by Jim Zub

Title: Threads and Portents

Author: Jim Zub

Artist(s): Steven Cummings, Tamra Bonvillain

Series/Standalone: Wayward Vol. 4

Genre: Graphic Novel, Adult, Fantasy

Pages: 136

Publisher: Image Comics

Year Published: 2017

Format: Paperback (Library Copy)

"IMAGES SUPERNATURAL SENSATION CONTINUES! The group is pulled apart and the hidden mythic worlds of Ireland and Japan are revealed."

My Rating: 4.5/5

I have so many questions! This series keeps unfolding and gaining my attention, I can't wait to see where the rest of the series takes us. The only problem? I think this is the last copy my library owns! Tragedy strikes, but bookstores will be profiting from my obsession.

Thanks for reading,

Sidny

Review: Out from the Shadows by Jim Zub

Title: Out from the Shadows

Author: Jim Zub

Artist(s): Steven Cummings

Series/Standalone: Wayward Series (Vol. 3)

Genre: Graphic Novel, Fantasy, Adult

Pages: 128

Publisher: Image Comics

Year Published: 2016

Format: Paperback Copy (Library)

"After the massive revelations of Wayward volume two, chaos reigns. The New gods of Japan have arrived and a clash with the myths of old will change the country forever."

My Rating: 2.5/5

This was what I assumed a middle book in the series would be, while it was still interesting once I got into the plot line, it didn't really hold my interest and took several attempts to gain intrigue. The art style is as amazing as ever and the addition of new characters is fascinating. I'm curious to see where the series goes and what else we learn about our already existing characters.

Thanks for reading,

Sidny

Review: Ties That Bind by Jim Zub

Title: Ties That Bind

Author: Jim Zub

Artist(s): Steven Cummings & Tamra Bonvillain

Series/Standalone: Wayward Series (Volume 2)

Genre: Graphic Novel, Fantasy, Young Adult

Pages: 136

Publisher: Image Comics

Year Published: 2015

Format: Paperback (Library Copy)

"After the traumatizing finale of volume one, everything has changed for our supernatural teens. Who is Ohara and how does she fit into the great patterns of destiny and power that will change Japan forever?"

My Rating: 5/5

I loved this installment in the series. I thought that this volume was the right mix of action and character building. It had the same great art that I loved from the first volume and the plot is fast-paced enough for me to read through each volume in one sitting. Exactly what I needed from a graphic novel at this moment.

Thanks for reading,

Sidny

Review: String Theory by Jim Zub

Title: String Theory

Author: Jim Zub

Artist(s): Steven Cummings, John Rauch

Series/Standalone: Wayward Series (Volume 1)

Genre: Graphic Novel, Paranormal, Young Adult

Pages: 134

Publisher: Image Comics

Year Published: 2015

Format: Paperback (Library Copy)

"Rori Lane is trying to start a new life when she reunites with her mother in Japan, but ancient creatures lurking in the shadows of Tokyo sense something hidden deep within her, threatening everything she holds dear.

Can Rori unlock the secret of her powers before it's too late?"

My Rating: 5/5

I really loved this first installment of the series, it was fast paced, it introduced us to our main characters and helped us start to get to know them while still leaving enough of a mystery that I can't wait to read the next one. The magical element in this story was so fascinating and the creative team did not hold back on the violence and fight scenes. Will be continuing ASAP!

Thanks for reading,

Sidny