Book Review: Saga Volume 10

Title: Saga Vol. 10

Author: Brian K. Vaughn

Artist(s): Fiona Staples

Series/Standalone: Saga Series (Volume 10)

Genre: Graphic Novel, Adult, Science Fiction

Pages: 160

Publisher: Image Comics

Year Published: 2022

Format: Paperback (Library Copy)

"At long last, Hazel and her star-crossed family are finally back, and they've made some new... friends? The collection features the latest six chapters of the most epic adventure in comics, including the series' double-sized first issue back from hiatus."

My Rating: 4/5

This felt like a weird place to pick up. I think when the series is finished or continually putting out more issues I will be buying them as they come out again so I can reread past volumes in order to keep track of the story lines. I liked this one, just didn't quite love it. I look forward to seeing how this series continues.

Thanks for reading,

Sidny

Review: Saga Volume 9 by Brian K. Vaughan

 

Title: Saga Volume 9

Author: Brian K. Vaughan

Artist(s): Fiona Staples

Series/Standalone: Saga Series

Genre: Adult, Graphic Novel, Science Fiction

Pages: 160

Publisher: Image Comics

Year Published: 2018

Format: Paperback Copy (Library Edition)

"The multiple Eisner Award-winning series returns with a spacefaring adventure about fake news and genuine terror. Get ready for the most shocking, most impactful SAGA storyline yet."

My Rating: 5/5

There is something about this world that just sucks me in every time.  I think the ever-evolving characters, the changing setting and the dramatic stakes. This was continued on the path that the artist and author are taking us on. A heartbreaking path but one I'll continue on wherever it goes. While it's started a new arch I am curious to see how the rest of the series goes.  I look forward to rereading the volumes that are out and continuing on as the series is published.

Thanks for reading,

Sidny

Review: Saga Vol. 8 by Brain K. Vaughan

 Title: Saga Vol. 8

Author: Brian K. Vaughan

Artist: Fiona Staples

Series/Standalone: Saga Series (Volume 8)

Genre: Graphic Novel, Fantasy, Science Fiction

Pages: 146

Publisher: Image Comics

Year Published: 2017

Format: Paperback Copy (Own It)

"After the traumatic events of the War for Phang, Hazel, her parents and their surviving companions embark on a life changing adventure at the westernmost edge of the universe."

My Rating: 5/5

Every time I pick up one of these graphic novels, I'm always entertained and enjoy the content. I will say that this one touched on a few things that some might not agree with (Pro-Choice), just as a warning. I have a feeling though that most people who have made it this far through the series are fairly liberal in their views. The ever changing setting in this series is so satisfying to read about, as you are never sure where the plot will go. I love our characters and I look forward to continuing on with the series. I know that I"m only one volume behind now and hope to pick it up as soon as libraries here reopen. 

Thanks for reading,

Sidny

Review: Saga Volume 7 by Brian K Vaughan

Title: Saga Volume 7

Author: Brian K. Vaughan

Artists: Fiona Staples

Series/Standalone: Saga Series (#7)

Genre: Graphic Novel, Adult, Science Fiction

Pages: 152

Publisher: Image Comics

Year Published: 2017

Format: Paperback Copy (Own it)

"From the worldwide bestselling team of Fiona Staples and Brian K. Vaughan, 'The War for Phang' is an epic, self-contained Saga event! Finally reunited with her ever-expanding family, Hazel travels to a war-torn comet that Wreath and Landfall have been battling over for ages. new friendships are forged and others are lost forever in this action-packed volume about families, combat and the refugee experience."

My Rating: 5/5

This is one of the Saga instalments that I haven't yet read, and what a wild ride it was. I had been rereading the series up until this point to continue with the series. And I absolutely love it. This installment as always was heartbreaking and thrilling. I love these characters so much, the different and ever-changing setting. I will say that this series continues to have adult themes, so if you aren't into that kind of violence, and sexual content, don't read them. I'm excited to continue on with the series. 

Thanks for reading,

Sidny

Review: Saga Vol. 6 by Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples

Title: Saga Vol. 6
Author: Brian K. Vaughan
Illustrator: Fiona Staples
Series/Standalone: Saga Series
Genre: Graphic Novels, Fantasy, Adult
Pages: 152
Publisher: Image Comics
Year Published: 2016
Format: Paperback Copy (Own It)

"After a dramatic time jump, the three-time Eisner Award winner for Best Continuing Series continues to evolve, as Hazel begin the most exciting adventure of her life: kindergarten. Meanwhile, her star-crossed family learns hard lessons on their own."


My Rating: 5/5

Somehow I keep expecting each issue not to live up to the next one, but somehow they keep the story going and keep me entertained. I wonder how the story will grow along with Hazel and how the new characters that were introduced will affect the storyline over time. I just wish I wasn't catching up to all that was out so fast. 

Thanks for reading,
Sidny

Review: Saga Volume 5 by Fiona Staples and Brian K. Vaughan

Title: Saga Volume 5
Author: Brian K. Vaughan
Illustrator: Fiona Staples
Series/Standalone: Saga Series
Genre: Graphic Novel, Fantasy, Science Fiction
Pages: 152
Publisher: Image Comics
Year Published: 2015
Format: Physical Copy (Own It)

"Multiple storylines collide in this cosmos-spanning new volume. While Gwendolyn and Lying Cat risk everything to find a cure for The Will, Marko makes an uneasy alliance with Prince Robot IV to find their missing children, who are trapped on a strange world with terrifying new enemies."

My Rating: 5/5

So let's be honest, I try to keep these once a month so I don't just blow through the storyline but I am so eager that I want to blow through the whole storyline at once. This one was no exception it was the total package. Amazing art, great plot line, still our fantastic characters and of course the cliffhangers. I can't wait to pick up the next instalment in the new year.

Thank you for reading,

Sidny

Review: Saga Vol. 2 by Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples

Title: Saga Vol. 2
Writer: Brian K. Vaughan
Artist: Fiona Staples
Pages: 144
Genre: Graphic Novel, Comic, Fantasy, Science Fiction
Publisher: Image Comics
Year Published: 2013
Format: Paperback trade copy (Own it)

"From award-winning writer Brain K. Vaughan (Pride of Baghdad, Ex Machina) and critically acclaimed artist Fiona Staples (Mystery Society, Done to Death), Saga is a sweeping tale of one young family fighting to find their place in the universe. Thanks to her star-crossed parents Marko and Alana, newborn baby Hazel has already survived lethal assassins, rampaging armies, and horrific monsters, but in the cold vastness of out space, the little girl encounters her strangest adventure yet...
grandparents."

My Rating: 5/5

So I binge read this while I was indulging in some beverages last night and I loved it! Just as much as the first one if not more. I think that this instalment did a really good job of giving some background to the first volume. Readers have been introduced to aspects of this world, but this really explains them. And while this still has very adult themes, they are less in your face in this second volume. I really love the art in these comics and there are times while reading that I pause just to appreciate the hard work that the creators obviously put into this series. I can't wait to continue on with the series next month (I'm trying to pace myself so  I don't run out of volumes that have been published). I am also interested in more graphic novels that are similar to this series, so if you have any suggestions please let me know. 

Thanks for reading,
Sidny

Book Review: Saga Volume 1 by Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples

Series: Saga
Volume: 1
Authors/Artists: Brian K. Vaughan & Fiona Staples
Genre: Graphic Novel, Science Fiction, Fantasy
Pages: 160
Publisher: Image Comics
Year Published: 2012
Format: Physical Copy (Own It)

"When two soldiers from opposite sides of a never-ending galactic war fall in love, they risk everything to bring a fragile new life into a dangerous, old universe.

From bestselling writer Brian K. Vaghan, Saga is the sweeping tale of one young family fighting to find their place in the worlds. Fantasy and science fiction are wed like never before in this sexy, subversive drama for adults."

My Rating: 5/5

Ok clearly, I loved this first volume that I read within 2 hours. I try to space out my reading of graphic novels so I don't just read those without a pause for other novels. I really loved this story and the adult aspect which I did have not experienced in a graphic novel before. I think the author and the artist did a wonderful job melding together their words and their artwork. I loved the characters, the world was extremely interesting and the narrative voice was fantastic. I can't wait to see where this story will go and hope to share it with my boyfriend (pretty sure I have him convinced to read it). I would note that this is a very adult storyline so if you're sensitive to nudity, swearing and adult themes I would not recommend. 

Thanks for reading and hope to post more soon!

Sidny