avidolector's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
jonwesleyhuff's review against another edition
5.0
This was actually a re-read. But it had been a LONG time, and with the excellent new series on HBO, I thought it was time for a refresher. I have nothing of substance to add to the many, many words of praise this book has received over these many decades. But it does live up to its reputation.
bookishshadeofmagic's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
serpensa's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
tweedlesmart's review against another edition
challenging
dark
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
bookscreentalk's review against another edition
4.0
Engaging from the first page to the last.
No wonder this is on the list of top 100 graphic novels of all time.
With complex characters, Watchmen makes us question the morality of our actions and whether what we do is worth it.
It isn't for everyone though. It does not have straight forward heroes or villains. Every character has a black and white aspect to them, just like the storyline.
Since it was first published in 1986, the artwork isn't all too great, but the plot sure as hell makes up for it.
Loved reading this!
No wonder this is on the list of top 100 graphic novels of all time.
With complex characters, Watchmen makes us question the morality of our actions and whether what we do is worth it.
It isn't for everyone though. It does not have straight forward heroes or villains. Every character has a black and white aspect to them, just like the storyline.
Since it was first published in 1986, the artwork isn't all too great, but the plot sure as hell makes up for it.
Loved reading this!
mapppy's review against another edition
5.0
Medium defining piece of art that really shows the power that a graphic novel can hold. Intricate characters and phenomenal design set this book apart from other comics. Also an amazing plot that really makes you question the "antagonist's" purpose and if it was justified. It's made to be read again and again to fully understand
tifftastic87's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This was a great exploration of the personalities that crave power and how power and wealth corrupts.