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billd's review
adventurous
dark
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.0
I decided to try this graphic novel, Steeple by John Allison after I enjoyed The Great British Bump-Off, a fun murder mystery cum baking show. Steeple covers Issues #1 - 5 of the comic series.
Unlike Bump-off, this collection follows a more supernatural bent. The story is set in the small town of Tredregyn, in North Cornwall. There be supernatural things going on in Tredregyn and Reverend Penrose is at the end of his endurance as he fights demons from the sea. But young curate-in-training, Billie Baker has been sent to help the Vicar. Her trip starts off badly as just as she crosses into Cornwall, her car explodes.
She gets a lift from Maggie Warren on her motorbike. It will turn out that Maggie is a member of a Satanist cult in town. There roles will change over the course of the various chapters in this graphic. There are various incidents / episodes. Are the creatures that Rev Penrose fights really that bad? Billie has thoughts. What about the couple that are trying to establish a wind farm in Tredregyn? Do they have ulterior motives? And what about the end of season witches conclave?
Everything is kind of light and fluffy and fun. The artwork is so bright and colorful. The characters are drawn so clearly and with lovely personality. There is darkness but at the same time the light of hope. Don't expect to delve too deeply into the supernatural genre but expect to enjoy the stories and wonderful characters. I've now got Vols 2 and 3 on order. I want to keep having a bit of fun. (3.0 stars)
Unlike Bump-off, this collection follows a more supernatural bent. The story is set in the small town of Tredregyn, in North Cornwall. There be supernatural things going on in Tredregyn and Reverend Penrose is at the end of his endurance as he fights demons from the sea. But young curate-in-training, Billie Baker has been sent to help the Vicar. Her trip starts off badly as just as she crosses into Cornwall, her car explodes.
She gets a lift from Maggie Warren on her motorbike. It will turn out that Maggie is a member of a Satanist cult in town. There roles will change over the course of the various chapters in this graphic. There are various incidents / episodes. Are the creatures that Rev Penrose fights really that bad? Billie has thoughts. What about the couple that are trying to establish a wind farm in Tredregyn? Do they have ulterior motives? And what about the end of season witches conclave?
Everything is kind of light and fluffy and fun. The artwork is so bright and colorful. The characters are drawn so clearly and with lovely personality. There is darkness but at the same time the light of hope. Don't expect to delve too deeply into the supernatural genre but expect to enjoy the stories and wonderful characters. I've now got Vols 2 and 3 on order. I want to keep having a bit of fun. (3.0 stars)
skyturtles's review
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
eldritchreader's review
3.0
Trigger warnings:
With the vibe of early Giant Days, Steeple explores the interaction and contrast of two starkly different religions. Told in a world of morally grey, two women live on either side of the war between good and evil. But they still manage to build a relationship.
I'm really curious to see where the next volume heads...
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blood and gore depiction, religious rituals, religious bigotry, death, animal sacrificeWith the vibe of early Giant Days, Steeple explores the interaction and contrast of two starkly different religions. Told in a world of morally grey, two women live on either side of the war between good and evil. But they still manage to build a relationship.
I'm really curious to see where the next volume heads...
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aceinit's review
4.0
Note to self: You love everything John Allison does. So look it all up and buy it.
Steeple has tuned out to be nearer and dearer to me than Giant Days, which is high praise indeed. Even though there are a lot of questions, and some things I would love to see explored more in the first volume. I am hoping these will be resolved, or make more in-depth appearances as the series continues.
Steeple has tuned out to be nearer and dearer to me than Giant Days, which is high praise indeed. Even though there are a lot of questions, and some things I would love to see explored more in the first volume. I am hoping these will be resolved, or make more in-depth appearances as the series continues.
quackthump's review against another edition
dark
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
rbz39's review
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Funny, but a bit scattered in the execution. Would read more in a longer format, I enjoyed the art style and character designs.
ogreart's review against another edition
4.0
This was a quirky little story that really caught my interest. Lots ideas to develop as the series continues. Wasn't sure I was going to like it, but I did.
mehitabels's review
5.0
YES!! Hilarious, religious humor for the win, adorable art, must needed break from reality.