clauleesi's review against another edition
3.0
My rating: 3.5
This was such a cute and fun read! A bit on the easy side, so I would actually say that it would be great for a younger audience too - especially since the main character is a young girl.
And Lunella is amazing, an independent, intelligent and black (!!!!) nine-year old, who struggles to find her own way. It doesn't get easier when she gets stuck with Devil Dinosaur, a huge red t-rex. It's a good thing he is such a sweetheart/puppy. Spoiler alert, I loved Devil Dinosaur. A lot.
The art and dialogue is also good. Some of the panels were done in fun and unique ways too, which I appreciated - it's fun to see something different once in a while in the art style too!
The flow was supergood, but even though it was enjoyable and diverse and fun, it wasn't mindblowing - maybe it was the simplicity of it that didn't make me fall head over heels. But after that ending, I do still feel like I need to read the next issue.
This was such a cute and fun read! A bit on the easy side, so I would actually say that it would be great for a younger audience too - especially since the main character is a young girl.
And Lunella is amazing, an independent, intelligent and black (!!!!) nine-year old, who struggles to find her own way. It doesn't get easier when she gets stuck with Devil Dinosaur, a huge red t-rex. It's a good thing he is such a sweetheart/puppy. Spoiler alert, I loved Devil Dinosaur. A lot.
The art and dialogue is also good. Some of the panels were done in fun and unique ways too, which I appreciated - it's fun to see something different once in a while in the art style too!
The flow was supergood, but even though it was enjoyable and diverse and fun, it wasn't mindblowing - maybe it was the simplicity of it that didn't make me fall head over heels. But after that ending, I do still feel like I need to read the next issue.
cj13's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
kachabbey's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
This was fine?? I can’t get over the fact that the parents are lowkey fine with their 9 year old daughter hanging out with a fucking DINOSAUR. Think I would’ve enjoyed it more if I new more of the Marvel lore about inhumans
mehsi's review against another edition
5.0
The cover was the thing that lured me into reading this one. Dinosaurs? Um, yes please! A little girl seemingly not afraid of a big, giant, red, T-rex? More yes please!
And I am really pleased with this series/book. I was so worried that it would turn out to be yet another comic/graphic novel with a magical backstory that is never said, told, or mentioned, but we as readers just have to magically grasp. But I didn't have to worry with this one. Sure, it still felt like we missed a little bit, but not much. I could fully grasp the story, and I was delighted with Lunella.
Lunella was a brave, inventive, curious, smart, fun girl who knew what she wanted and definitely wasn't going to let anything stop her from doing it. No sirree, not even a T-rex, not even Hulk, oh no, not even a gang of Killer Folk. No one can stop this girl, and I was just so delighted. Go go girl!
I loved her at school, though I did feel terribly sorry that she is so smart and stuck at a school with boring lessons, teachers who don't understand, kids who call her names (though they do seem to have some respect for her, especially later on).
I did worry about her though, especially when we find out certain things about her DNA. I also worried about her wandering off through the night. I wouldn't want a kid wandering my (comparatively small city) at night, I don't even want to think about the city where Lunella lives. *shivers*
Though I have to say I don't believe it that Lunella is only 9. She doesn't look, or act like it. I know she is a genius, and that might cause some disparities, but I would rather say that Lunella is 11/12.
The dinosaur? I adored it. It was so cute, so kick-ass. Yes, I said cute. Have you ever seen a T-rex purr? Or make cute noises when confused or sad? Or lick someone when they are happy to see them? Well, yeah, that is what happens with this T-rex when he becomes good friends with Lunella (though I am not sure if Lunella sees him as that, but I guess she does considering she does care for him and does a lot for him).
The Killer Folk? Meh. I know they have a role, and I know which one, but I couldn't stop being frustrated at them.
Oh, and I definitely have to give bonuspoints to hunky Hulk. His human-form is just dayum! Though I have to say his Hulk-form is also that. Oh la la la!
I also loved his banter with Lunella, and how he did try to help her out, even though it wasn't really the best way.
There are still a lot of things I would love to see in this world, so I will definitely keep an eye out for the next volume. Hopefully it comes out soon. :)
Ah yes, the art, I really liked that one. There was a great lot of details, and I loved how Lunella, the Hulk, and the dinosaur were drawn!
All in all, I would highly recommend this comic to everyone!
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com
And I am really pleased with this series/book. I was so worried that it would turn out to be yet another comic/graphic novel with a magical backstory that is never said, told, or mentioned, but we as readers just have to magically grasp. But I didn't have to worry with this one. Sure, it still felt like we missed a little bit, but not much. I could fully grasp the story, and I was delighted with Lunella.
Lunella was a brave, inventive, curious, smart, fun girl who knew what she wanted and definitely wasn't going to let anything stop her from doing it. No sirree, not even a T-rex, not even Hulk, oh no, not even a gang of Killer Folk. No one can stop this girl, and I was just so delighted. Go go girl!
I loved her at school, though I did feel terribly sorry that she is so smart and stuck at a school with boring lessons, teachers who don't understand, kids who call her names (though they do seem to have some respect for her, especially later on).
I did worry about her though, especially when we find out certain things about her DNA. I also worried about her wandering off through the night. I wouldn't want a kid wandering my (comparatively small city) at night, I don't even want to think about the city where Lunella lives. *shivers*
Though I have to say I don't believe it that Lunella is only 9. She doesn't look, or act like it. I know she is a genius, and that might cause some disparities, but I would rather say that Lunella is 11/12.
The dinosaur? I adored it. It was so cute, so kick-ass. Yes, I said cute. Have you ever seen a T-rex purr? Or make cute noises when confused or sad? Or lick someone when they are happy to see them? Well, yeah, that is what happens with this T-rex when he becomes good friends with Lunella (though I am not sure if Lunella sees him as that, but I guess she does considering she does care for him and does a lot for him).
The Killer Folk? Meh. I know they have a role, and I know which one, but I couldn't stop being frustrated at them.
Oh, and I definitely have to give bonuspoints to hunky Hulk. His human-form is just dayum! Though I have to say his Hulk-form is also that. Oh la la la!
I also loved his banter with Lunella, and how he did try to help her out, even though it wasn't really the best way.
There are still a lot of things I would love to see in this world, so I will definitely keep an eye out for the next volume. Hopefully it comes out soon. :)
Ah yes, the art, I really liked that one. There was a great lot of details, and I loved how Lunella, the Hulk, and the dinosaur were drawn!
All in all, I would highly recommend this comic to everyone!
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com
leslielikesthings's review against another edition
4.0
Oh my gosh this comic is a delight. Lunella Lafayette is a 9 year old scientist/inventor/genius and her well meaning parents just don't understand her. It probably helps to have at least a little bit of knowledge of the Marvel universe to understand what's going on (I particularly appreciated that I had already learned about Inhumans from Agents of Shield). But Lunella is lovable with or without that.
zezee's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
1.0
joshgauthier's review against another edition
4.0
This one is a fun read. It's quirky, lighthearted, and manages an engaging story at the same time. The art fits, and I like a lot of what this volume does. It requires the reader to just kind of go with it a little more than some comics, but the end result is worth it.
ladym23's review against another edition
5.0
I love Luna. She is unapologetic her, smart, and brave.
nomefriegues's review against another edition
3.0
I really like this premise! It's fun and sweet. But this is the first time I've read a marvel series and felt like I was missing some background. That being said, I'm first in line for the next volume and I'm excited to read it!