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Ghosted in L.A. #1 by Sina Grace,
Siobhan Keenan & Cathy Le (Illustrators)
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New to LA, coming off of a bad breakup and having a pretty terrible week, Daphne might need to crash on this haunted couch for a while, but having undead roommates might be more than she bargained for! Will the dead be able to help Daphne find the life she’s been missing in the big city?
From GLAAD Award-nominated Sina Grace (Iceman) and illustrator Siobhan Keenan (Clueless, Jem and the Holograms) comes a story about learning how to make friends, find love, and live to the fullest with a little help from some friends whose lives didn't end at death.
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The artwork is phenomenal! I really loved every frame. Unfortunately, the main character is obnoxious and unlikeable. She's petty, flighty, and unbelievably naΓ―ve. It's clear she's having an identity crisis, but her flippant attitude kept me from caring about her problems. She's also a sucky friend, childish, and way to willing to move in with ghosts she knows nothing about. Hard pass.
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Saban's Go Go Power Rangers: Forever
Rangers #1 by Ryan Parrott,
Dan Mora, Eleonora Carlini,
Simona DiGianfelice, Raul Angulo
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My son and I were really excited about this one, but it was way too confusing, especially for a first issue. The first page starts with Alpha-5 and Zordon, which makes sense, but then we jump to the Power Rangers fighting Alpha-1 with no warning or explanation. Everything about the fight scene was jumbled, and I had a hard time following what was happening. After the battle, we see them interacting with each other at school, but then we flashback to Zack nearly being abducted (I'm assuming it was a flashback since he was in other frames later). Saban's Go Go Power Rangers: Forever Rangers might be okay if you've followed the previous comics, but for someone that just grew up watching the television show, it was too erratic and labyrinthine.
The characters weren't introduced until the very end, which left me making assumptions about who each person was for most of the issue (I know there are certain characteristics about each character that should stand out, but it would have been nice to have a refresher at the beginning). I feel like the first issue shouldn't assume that people will automatically know what is going on. Instead, it should be informative and offer explanations while also setting up the story. My son wants to continue reading this one because it's the Power Rangers, and he's recently started watching the television show (love sharing things from my childhood with him), but I'm not sure if I want to invest time and money into something that's confusing and inconsiderate of new readers.
Too bad Ghosted in L.A. ended up being a flop. It sure sounds fun (cool premise) but with an unlikable main character it would definitely be a pass for me, too.
ReplyDeleteShe was the worst!! I cannot continue reading something when I the main character drives me insane. :/
DeleteBummer for the first book but it happens right? Hope your next reads are good ones!
ReplyDeleteThe first issues of a new series typically set up the rest of the comic, but these were disappointing. Like, I don't feel even remotely inclined to see what happens next. The first one had an unlikable main character, and the second was too confusing to follow. The next reads were better, thanks! ;)
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Too bad the story for Ghosted wasn't as good as the artwork. I wouldn't be happy with the Power Rangers one either.
ReplyDeleteThe artwork truly was lovely, and I wish the story had matched. The Power Rangers comic was frustrating and all over the place, ugh. My son thought the pictures were cool, haha. That's a bonus, I guess.
DeleteYeah I can see why you had problems with these.
ReplyDeleteMeh, it happens. The next few comics I read were fantastic, so it balances out. :)
DeleteAw, I was hoping Ghosted in L.A. would be a good one - what a cool premise! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDelete-Lauren
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The main character made me want to pull my hair out, but the ghosts were interesting! I feel like there's a reason they're there, and that it might be worth sticking around for.
DeleteI loved Power Rangers growing up, so GO GO POWER RANGERS interests me. I agree that I'd expect a first book to be more informative to support new readers. Hopefully things get clearer in the later books.
ReplyDeleteI don't plan on continuing either series, so I won't be able to let you know! ;) If I'm that confused after the first issue, it's a no for me. I'm sure diehard Power Rangers fan will enjoy it!
DeleteThe little dude has been wanting to read the Miles Morales Spider-Man comics since he watched Into The Spiderverse, what's your thoughts? He tends to be okay with 'T' comics but T+ is out until he's a little older.
ReplyDeleteI'm so excited for Sapphire Flames! I need more IA!
Well, Miles himself is a teenager, so the language is fine. The battles aren't too disturbing or gory, and he has very realistic problems. He's trying to balance being a student and being a superhero, his friends and family, a potential love interest, etc. It all feels very authentic. However, this last issue took a darker turn that made me cry. It's very well-written, but I would suggest you read them first so you can decide what he can and cannot handle.
DeleteIlona Andrews is AMAZING! <3