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uma_booksbagsburgers's review against another edition
5.0
(I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review)
MINI-REVIEW
After reading the mini graphic novel about Lady Mechanika I was thrilled to see this title on Netgalley and HAD to read it. This was a lot longer and even more wonderful. The artwork was as gorgeous as before if not even better. I love the extra artwork the author provides at the beginning of the book about Lady Mechanika's clothing and her weapons. I would LOVE to get my hands on a physical copy of the book so I could pore over it. The story is about Lady Mechanika going on a vacation of sorts after a terrible loss in her life only to find more darkness at the place where she goes. I personally LOVED the diversity in this book!
It was so interesting to learn about DIa de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) and understand the culture of Mexico. It's wonderful that the author teaches us a lot of things in the story without it feeling like info-dumping.
Also a word of warning here that there's a lot of violence in these books and since it's depicted in artwork, if violent art makes you uncomfortable, be warned about picking up these books. Also even though this is a part of a series, I feel like you can read each novel separately without much trouble, although this might have spoilers for earlier novels.
Overall, really enjoyed this and glad to have forayed into the world of Graphic novels!
MINI-REVIEW
After reading the mini graphic novel about Lady Mechanika I was thrilled to see this title on Netgalley and HAD to read it. This was a lot longer and even more wonderful. The artwork was as gorgeous as before if not even better. I love the extra artwork the author provides at the beginning of the book about Lady Mechanika's clothing and her weapons. I would LOVE to get my hands on a physical copy of the book so I could pore over it. The story is about Lady Mechanika going on a vacation of sorts after a terrible loss in her life only to find more darkness at the place where she goes. I personally LOVED the diversity in this book!
It was so interesting to learn about DIa de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) and understand the culture of Mexico. It's wonderful that the author teaches us a lot of things in the story without it feeling like info-dumping.
Also a word of warning here that there's a lot of violence in these books and since it's depicted in artwork, if violent art makes you uncomfortable, be warned about picking up these books. Also even though this is a part of a series, I feel like you can read each novel separately without much trouble, although this might have spoilers for earlier novels.
Overall, really enjoyed this and glad to have forayed into the world of Graphic novels!
zahraalawati's review against another edition
3.0
I received this e-ARC via Netgalley, therefore I thank the publisher for a chance to review this novel.
The most thing that I enjoyed about this graphic novel is the ART!!
It is so brilliant and magnificent, I praise the artist!
The storyline was pretty cool too, it was a good steampunk read and I enjoyed it very much thank you.
The most thing that I enjoyed about this graphic novel is the ART!!
It is so brilliant and magnificent, I praise the artist!
The storyline was pretty cool too, it was a good steampunk read and I enjoyed it very much thank you.
andyn5's review against another edition
5.0
This is the type of comic that never disappoints! Beautiful art mixed with a great story.
The tale starts with Lady Mechanika on a journey, trying to put a tragic event behind her. In the small town of Santa Catrina, it’s that time of the year, the celebration of the Dia de Los Muertos. As she learns more and starts enjoying herself, a mutilated boy comes into town before collapsing. He is the latest victim of the Jinetes del Inferno, a group of gods that require sacrifices every year. If they don’t get what they want, they torture children as the warning. This time, they get more than what they bargained for. Lady Mechanika makes it her mission to put a permanent end to them.
I read and reviewed the previous volumes of the Lady Mechanika collection and this one can be read as a stand-alone. There is enough background story in the plot to make sure the reader doesn’t feel lost.
The storyline is very nice and dramatic. For the readers of the previous volumes, you will know there is nothing new to that. The story is simple, easy to follow and very compelling just as the style of writing.
The art is memorable as usual. The excellent graphics, the steampunk mixed with the typical Mexican art is simply amazing. The lines, the colours and the attention to detail blend perfectly with the story and the character of Lady Mechanika. The reader ends up being pulled into her world and her adventures.
Another great read, one that I recommend to the fans of the series and of steampunk art.
Thank you NetGalley, the publisher Benitez Productions and the author for allowing me to read and review a digital copy of this book.
The tale starts with Lady Mechanika on a journey, trying to put a tragic event behind her. In the small town of Santa Catrina, it’s that time of the year, the celebration of the Dia de Los Muertos. As she learns more and starts enjoying herself, a mutilated boy comes into town before collapsing. He is the latest victim of the Jinetes del Inferno, a group of gods that require sacrifices every year. If they don’t get what they want, they torture children as the warning. This time, they get more than what they bargained for. Lady Mechanika makes it her mission to put a permanent end to them.
I read and reviewed the previous volumes of the Lady Mechanika collection and this one can be read as a stand-alone. There is enough background story in the plot to make sure the reader doesn’t feel lost.
The storyline is very nice and dramatic. For the readers of the previous volumes, you will know there is nothing new to that. The story is simple, easy to follow and very compelling just as the style of writing.
The art is memorable as usual. The excellent graphics, the steampunk mixed with the typical Mexican art is simply amazing. The lines, the colours and the attention to detail blend perfectly with the story and the character of Lady Mechanika. The reader ends up being pulled into her world and her adventures.
Another great read, one that I recommend to the fans of the series and of steampunk art.
Thank you NetGalley, the publisher Benitez Productions and the author for allowing me to read and review a digital copy of this book.
caomhin's review against another edition
4.0
This was my first encounter with Lady Mechankia, an English lady with mechanical limbs travelling the New World. Originally published in a three part series this compilation let's you enjoy the complete story and all the accompanying artwork. And that means artwork is a good place to start.
You're not exactly picking up a graphic novel for stick figures that would be at home in an XKCD comic strip, but this one? Wow. It's stunning and vibrant. It's one of those that indulges in flourishes, the frames often decorated with cogs and gears. Some of the frames are a little static at times, but they're generally fairly minor pieces. The showstoppers are spectacular though. The front cover is incredibly eye catching - it stands out as slightly different. It's a wonderful take on La Calavera Catrina (if you'll forgive the anachronism) with a gorgeous palette and presence. Luckily it doesn't stop there. Aside from the story artwork we're also treated the the individual covers of the original books - something that is a huge bonus if you've ever felt cheated at the collections that rob you of those pieces.
The story? Well coming into the middle of a series I don't know how or why Lady Mechanika turns up in a seemingly random Mexican village, but as it's Día de los Muertos we get some glimpses of previous stories. I didn't feel lost but I've no doubt there would be some extra richness if I'd greater background to the story. At times Benitez possibly over-explains the local customs, but not harmfully so. Its a fine balancing act though, and any less could well have invited criticism for it being too obscure and inaccessible so I was happy to ride it out. Likewise the smattering of Spanish words. I really don't speak the language, just a few words picked up here and there, but the use of them here wasn't difficult to understand and gave a nice flavour to the conversations. But I digress. The story is good. It's brief too so don't expect huge character exposition, although I'd say Benitez does impressively well in that regard given the limited opportunities. We get a few interesting minor characters, a little dose of action, and it's enjoyable. The whole thing is fairly self-contained and I'd be surprised if it had much impact on other stories in the series, but that's also good. Much as it left me feeling I wanted more Lady Mechanika on my shelves I didn't feel I was robbed of a conclusion or left hanging as the author taunted me into hunting down the next installment.
A good story with great artwork. It's eye-catching, and a satisfying read.
You're not exactly picking up a graphic novel for stick figures that would be at home in an XKCD comic strip, but this one? Wow. It's stunning and vibrant. It's one of those that indulges in flourishes, the frames often decorated with cogs and gears. Some of the frames are a little static at times, but they're generally fairly minor pieces. The showstoppers are spectacular though. The front cover is incredibly eye catching - it stands out as slightly different. It's a wonderful take on La Calavera Catrina (if you'll forgive the anachronism) with a gorgeous palette and presence. Luckily it doesn't stop there. Aside from the story artwork we're also treated the the individual covers of the original books - something that is a huge bonus if you've ever felt cheated at the collections that rob you of those pieces.
The story? Well coming into the middle of a series I don't know how or why Lady Mechanika turns up in a seemingly random Mexican village, but as it's Día de los Muertos we get some glimpses of previous stories. I didn't feel lost but I've no doubt there would be some extra richness if I'd greater background to the story. At times Benitez possibly over-explains the local customs, but not harmfully so. Its a fine balancing act though, and any less could well have invited criticism for it being too obscure and inaccessible so I was happy to ride it out. Likewise the smattering of Spanish words. I really don't speak the language, just a few words picked up here and there, but the use of them here wasn't difficult to understand and gave a nice flavour to the conversations. But I digress. The story is good. It's brief too so don't expect huge character exposition, although I'd say Benitez does impressively well in that regard given the limited opportunities. We get a few interesting minor characters, a little dose of action, and it's enjoyable. The whole thing is fairly self-contained and I'd be surprised if it had much impact on other stories in the series, but that's also good. Much as it left me feeling I wanted more Lady Mechanika on my shelves I didn't feel I was robbed of a conclusion or left hanging as the author taunted me into hunting down the next installment.
A good story with great artwork. It's eye-catching, and a satisfying read.
florecita_rockera818's review against another edition
5.0
Loving the artistic work are sooo beautiful