kandicez's review
4.0
I can't believe how quickly images can get across a story that takes hundreds of pages in words. O_o
The Stand is one of my favorite Kings so I have put off reading this comic series, but after devoting most of a year to all manner of Dark Tower everything, including the comics, I figured it was time. Much like the mini-series, I have problems with the way some of the characters are drawn, but find others perfection. Perfect: Frannie, Larry, Nick. Not so great: The Walkin' Dude (his pants are supposed to be PEGGED for one!), Stu and Lloyd.
Even with those small complaints I can't wait to continue.
The Stand is one of my favorite Kings so I have put off reading this comic series, but after devoting most of a year to all manner of Dark Tower everything, including the comics, I figured it was time. Much like the mini-series, I have problems with the way some of the characters are drawn, but find others perfection. Perfect: Frannie, Larry, Nick. Not so great: The Walkin' Dude (his pants are supposed to be PEGGED for one!), Stu and Lloyd.
Even with those small complaints I can't wait to continue.
gae6ase's review against another edition
5.0
Excellent visuals, captures the original mood of the story surprisingly well. Also loved Flagg's introduction!
trudilibrarian's review
3.0
Impressive adaptation that so far, is following King's epic narrative very closely. The art is truly impressive, and I don't think I've ever seen the "Walkin' Dude" look so fierce (very cool). It's been a fun, nostalgic ride re-entering the world of Captain Trips, visiting with Stu, and Franny, Nick and Larry (and Flagg of course) all over again. Unlike many Constant Readers, The Stand has never been one of my favourite King novels, but I do recognize it as a staggering achievement in storytelling and am certain of its lasting cultural legacy. It's been a delight to see this story re-imagined in graphic novel format. I can't wait for the Marvel team to launch The Talisman (now THAT should be something).
eyebrightt_'s review
5.0
very pleasant adaptation : ] the art style works very well for what the stand is
aks0307's review
adventurous
dark
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
garthranzz's review
5.0
4.5 stars
The Stand is my all time favorite novel. One I've read at least a dozen times, at least half of those being the uncut version. So I don't know why it's taken me seven years to get around to reading the graphic novel adaption. Maybe I was afraid that it would ruin the book for me after all these years. Quite the opposite happened. It has made me want to read the book yet again. Aguirre-Sacasa's script is perfect adapting King's novel without being word-for-word. And the art by Perkins and Martin does a great job in visualizing King's world. I can't wait to start the next book, American Nightmares. And I think I'll be re-reading the novel again next year.
The Stand is my all time favorite novel. One I've read at least a dozen times, at least half of those being the uncut version. So I don't know why it's taken me seven years to get around to reading the graphic novel adaption. Maybe I was afraid that it would ruin the book for me after all these years. Quite the opposite happened. It has made me want to read the book yet again. Aguirre-Sacasa's script is perfect adapting King's novel without being word-for-word. And the art by Perkins and Martin does a great job in visualizing King's world. I can't wait to start the next book, American Nightmares. And I think I'll be re-reading the novel again next year.
julianam's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
mermeladademora's review
5.0
5/5: Oh, god, I love it
Estoy super impresionada. La historia es magnifica. Supieron hacer una magnifica adaptación. Todo en este cómic es asombroso, es super adictivo. ¡Tengo que leer el segundo, YA!
Estoy super impresionada. La historia es magnifica. Supieron hacer una magnifica adaptación. Todo en este cómic es asombroso, es super adictivo. ¡Tengo que leer el segundo, YA!
pinesreading's review against another edition
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
merlendechien's review
4.0
The Stand has always been one of my favorite books since I was a child. I loved seeing it in comic form.