Review: Saga, Volume 2

Saga, Volume 2 by Brian K. Vaughan

My rating: 3 of 5 stars



I'm enjoying this series, but I'm also wondering why it's supposed to be so "ground-breaking" and original. As I said about the first, there's nothing particularly wrong with it, but it's only original if you're unaware of earlier sci-fantasy (notable examples are the worlds of Warhammer 40k and Shadowrun, although this might also encompass Burroughs' Barsoom series). I typically like Brian K. Vaughan's writing although it seems to me sometimes he tries too hard to buck expectations. Again, the art is alright, not what I would call a stunning example of comic-book art but certainly not the worst.

I like this series, but honestly I can't say I'd be missing much if I'd never read it, and certainly I would say if you have to choose between this and Fables, go for Fables.



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Review: Horns

Horns by Joe Hill

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



Wow, I have to give it to Joe Hill. That was an excellent story. I like that there was no mention of why this thing occurred, although one is free to interpret the story as they wish. Quite a lovely ending too. Hill is not yet what I'd call a master wordsmith, although he can manage some nice turns of phrase, but I feel he'll get there eventually. Really just a brilliant book. I'd recommend it to just about anyone.



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