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painterz's review
1.0
Not so much 'Fables', more the lame Kingsman rip off adventures of twatty-mc-wolfy-twat-face.
spacemanchris's review
3.0
So, I found the conclusion of Fables a little anti-climactic. To be fair I felt like it had lost a bit of steam since the conclusion of the War arc. It was still cool to see those characters but it kind of already felt like the Ever After.
But, I've always been a sucker for the spin-off books, so I was curious about this one. Going in blind I had no idea what it was about.
And it's rejuvenated my love for this universe. I like that it openly acknowledges magic coming out of the closet in the mundy world rather than trying to cram it back in.
I like that it's almost a smaller story in that it only focuses on a couple of people rather than a whole community. A couple of people who have very specific skills.
One of the afore mentioned spin offs I love is the Cinderella spy series, so it was cool to find this also follows a group of spies.
It's awesome that Peter Piper and Bo Peep get more screentime. I've loved them ever since I read Peter & Max, as for their new parter Connor Wolf... my feelings are mixed.
Firstly he's really pretty, Dick Grayson as drawn by Mikel Janin pretty. So kudos to Travis Moore. I hope he sticks around.
Secondly, Connor is a bit of a dick. It's been awhile since I've read the main series, and he's aged a little since then but I don't recall a lot about the character. I feel like he was kind of the forgotten kid to a point. All the others had interesting adventures but I really can't recall what he did.
And honestly, he's kind of a likable dick. He tries too hard, he acts like he's the best but it's pretty clear he's just insecure and it's probably related to his family. It's hard to really stand out amongst such incredible people, especially his martyred brother.
So, I'm willing to cut him some slack. I like his relationship with Peter, it reminds me of Dick Grayson's relationship with his partner in the Grayson series.
Is this as good as Fables in its heyday? No, but that's hard act to follow. It's on the right track and it feels good to be getting new Fables stories again.
But, I've always been a sucker for the spin-off books, so I was curious about this one. Going in blind I had no idea what it was about.
And it's rejuvenated my love for this universe. I like that it openly acknowledges magic coming out of the closet in the mundy world rather than trying to cram it back in.
I like that it's almost a smaller story in that it only focuses on a couple of people rather than a whole community. A couple of people who have very specific skills.
One of the afore mentioned spin offs I love is the Cinderella spy series, so it was cool to find this also follows a group of spies.
It's awesome that Peter Piper and Bo Peep get more screentime. I've loved them ever since I read Peter & Max, as for their new parter Connor Wolf... my feelings are mixed.
Firstly he's really pretty, Dick Grayson as drawn by Mikel Janin pretty. So kudos to Travis Moore. I hope he sticks around.
Secondly, Connor is a bit of a dick. It's been awhile since I've read the main series, and he's aged a little since then but I don't recall a lot about the character. I feel like he was kind of the forgotten kid to a point. All the others had interesting adventures but I really can't recall what he did.
And honestly, he's kind of a likable dick. He tries too hard, he acts like he's the best but it's pretty clear he's just insecure and it's probably related to his family. It's hard to really stand out amongst such incredible people, especially his martyred brother.
So, I'm willing to cut him some slack. I like his relationship with Peter, it reminds me of Dick Grayson's relationship with his partner in the Grayson series.
Is this as good as Fables in its heyday? No, but that's hard act to follow. It's on the right track and it feels good to be getting new Fables stories again.
scrooge3's review
3.0
This is a fun mash up of the Fables universe with super-spy action/adventure. The first five issues introduce us to Connor Wolf, the brash young shapeshifter who is recruited into the secret society of Shadow Players, and his teammates Peter Piper and Bo Peep. They are tasked with stopping an unimaginably powerful witch. With magic and gadgets galore, nonstop action, and plot twists aplenty, we are introduced to this exciting facet of the Fables universe. While there is a resolution of sorts within this volume, this is an ongoing series and many loose ends are left hanging. Travis Moore's artwork conveys a realism and dynamism that appropriately complements the tone of the writing.
The sixth issue is a stand-alone story with artwork by Steve Rolston and Ande Parks. I greatly enjoyed this tale of a two-bit magician who suddenly acquires real magical talent and is subsequently sent on a dangerous mission for the Shadow Players. This story fills in some of the gaps as to how the Shadow Players operate. The art is a bit more cartoony, but is still appropriate for the story. If the whole volume had been this good, I would have given it four stars.
This is a book for mature readers. There is sex and violence that youngsters probably wouldn't appreciate.
Note: this series was originally published as single issues under the title Everafter: From the Pages of Fables. The title page and the copyright page for this trade compilation is Everafter: The Pandora Protocol.
Thanks to Goodreads and DC for sending me this book as part of the Goodreads Giveaways.
The sixth issue is a stand-alone story with artwork by Steve Rolston and Ande Parks. I greatly enjoyed this tale of a two-bit magician who suddenly acquires real magical talent and is subsequently sent on a dangerous mission for the Shadow Players. This story fills in some of the gaps as to how the Shadow Players operate. The art is a bit more cartoony, but is still appropriate for the story. If the whole volume had been this good, I would have given it four stars.
This is a book for mature readers. There is sex and violence that youngsters probably wouldn't appreciate.
Note: this series was originally published as single issues under the title Everafter: From the Pages of Fables. The title page and the copyright page for this trade compilation is Everafter: The Pandora Protocol.
Thanks to Goodreads and DC for sending me this book as part of the Goodreads Giveaways.
eldritchreader's review
4.5
I LOVE LOVE LOVED this book. The story, the characters, the illustrations. Amazing.
I would say I am pretty fussy when it comes to fairy tale adaptions. If you are remaking a classic that everyone knows, loves, and recognizes, I kinda expect it to be amazing and mindblowing and give my characters a spotlight I love and didn't think was possible. Everafter did just that. They took some classic and already loved characters; Bo Peep, Peter Piper, and Hansel; and put them in a apocalyptic world where they are badass fighting heroes.
The illustrations are perfect, the colours and the style are just so fitting to the story and the characters. And the plot will blow you away - this is a series where I will fall in love with the classic characters all over again and want to know how their lives and the new world they live in carries out.
I would say I am pretty fussy when it comes to fairy tale adaptions. If you are remaking a classic that everyone knows, loves, and recognizes, I kinda expect it to be amazing and mindblowing and give my characters a spotlight I love and didn't think was possible. Everafter did just that. They took some classic and already loved characters; Bo Peep, Peter Piper, and Hansel; and put them in a apocalyptic world where they are badass fighting heroes.
The illustrations are perfect, the colours and the style are just so fitting to the story and the characters. And the plot will blow you away - this is a series where I will fall in love with the classic characters all over again and want to know how their lives and the new world they live in carries out.
geeknb's review against another edition
4.0
Great art (although the last issue was a completely different style to the rest of the volume). Interesting story.
kirstensviews's review
adventurous
dark
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Starting in the wrong order here! Enjoyed this first spin off but I need to go back and read the earlier episodes for some background
geekwayne's review
4.0
'Everafter Vol. 1: The Pandora Protocol' by Lilah Sturges and Dave Justus brings together the first 6 issues of Everafter: From the Pages of Fables. It's best to have an understanding of who these characters are before diving into this volume.
It's a post-Fables world, but some of Fables find themselves still around and working for the Shadow Players, kind of a James Bond type spy agency led by a guy named Feathertop. While Bo Peep, Peter Piper and Hansel are trying to get to St. Louis to capture/stop a new threat, something horrific happens. Meanwhile, Connor Wolf, shapeshifter and uncontrollable braggart, is introduced to Feathertop as a new agent. Will Connor be a help or a hindrance or will Peter Piper end up killing him first?
It does lack something that the original creator, Bill Willingham, brought to the series, but it still holds up as a concept. The new weird threat they are after is darn creepy, even if she reminded me of a character from The Twilight Zone. The art is solid. I liked this book and I'd like to read more in this new series.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Vertigo, DC Entertainment, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
It's a post-Fables world, but some of Fables find themselves still around and working for the Shadow Players, kind of a James Bond type spy agency led by a guy named Feathertop. While Bo Peep, Peter Piper and Hansel are trying to get to St. Louis to capture/stop a new threat, something horrific happens. Meanwhile, Connor Wolf, shapeshifter and uncontrollable braggart, is introduced to Feathertop as a new agent. Will Connor be a help or a hindrance or will Peter Piper end up killing him first?
It does lack something that the original creator, Bill Willingham, brought to the series, but it still holds up as a concept. The new weird threat they are after is darn creepy, even if she reminded me of a character from The Twilight Zone. The art is solid. I liked this book and I'd like to read more in this new series.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Vertigo, DC Entertainment, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
samrossvolante's review
4.0
This is one of my favourite spinoff Fables volumes. Love the action, love the characters (especially a certain Wolf - the nod to his queerness at the end of Disillusioned was especially appreciated). I think the ‘Everafter’ is such a sick concept.
gentlemanbeggar's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0