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adventurous
challenging
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
The Golden Age, Book 1 was a very mixed bag. The art was absolutely gorgeous and unlike anything else I've seen in a graphic novel. The use of colors throughout the story did a great job showing the changing tone. I really loved reading this slowly to fully soak up the care and detail in each panel.
Sadly, I found the story of The Golden Age, Book 1 underwhelming. There were gaps in the story that were confusing, which were made worse by the fact that the story is very understated to begin with. I kept hoping for more character development, particularly of Tilda, and was left disappointed. The ending seemed to come out of nowhere and made absolutely no sense given what little character development we'd been given in the earlier portions of the book.
If I'm able to find book 2 at the library, I'd be willing to give it a try but I wouldn't be willing to buy a copy.
Sadly, I found the story of The Golden Age, Book 1 underwhelming. There were gaps in the story that were confusing, which were made worse by the fact that the story is very understated to begin with. I kept hoping for more character development, particularly of Tilda, and was left disappointed. The ending seemed to come out of nowhere and made absolutely no sense given what little character development we'd been given in the earlier portions of the book.
If I'm able to find book 2 at the library, I'd be willing to give it a try but I wouldn't be willing to buy a copy.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Death of parent