mirpanda277's review
2.0
I was so excited for this story, and I was immediately dissatisfied. Overall, the author dealt with important, worthy issues, and I liked that many important resources were shared at the end, but I didn't like the execution. And then it just ended ... without resolving anything I wanted resolved. And while I say important issues were addressed (e.g., domestic abuse, child abuse, trauma, animal abuse, self-harm, homelessness), I think the story failed to model the right thing to do for several of those issues.
popthebutterfly's review
5.0
Disclaimer: I received a copy from Netgalley then bought my own copy. Thanks! All opinions are my own.
Book Series: Standalone?
Rating: 5/5
Publication Date: May 7, 2019
Genre: Comic Book/Graphic Novel
Recommended Age: 15+ (TW for Animal Death and Violence and physical abuse; language)
Publisher: DC INK
Pages: 219
Amazon Link
Synopsis: When fourteen-year-old Selina Kyle, aka the future Catwoman, becomes homeless, she must confront questions of who she is and who she will become.
She rejects human cruelty, but sometimes it seems as though brute force is the only way to "win." And if Selina is to survive on the streets, she must be tough. Can she find her humanity and reconcile toughness with her desire for community ... and love?
Review: Oh my god guys this book was amazing! I loved the artwork and I loved the story. It was the perfect origin story for Catwoman and it wasn’t hard to sympathize with her at all. I really felt for Selina and I loved to see her develop. The character development was very amazing and I loved seeing it animated! The plot is also great, the story is written well, and the world building is fantastic.
However, I do wish that the relationship between Selene and Bruce was more developed as it wasn’t enough of a shock factor. Other than that, that’s my ONLY complaint! I’d read more books in this series by this author!
Verdict: Amazing. I definitely recommend.
Book Series: Standalone?
Rating: 5/5
Publication Date: May 7, 2019
Genre: Comic Book/Graphic Novel
Recommended Age: 15+ (TW for Animal Death and Violence and physical abuse; language)
Publisher: DC INK
Pages: 219
Amazon Link
Synopsis: When fourteen-year-old Selina Kyle, aka the future Catwoman, becomes homeless, she must confront questions of who she is and who she will become.
She rejects human cruelty, but sometimes it seems as though brute force is the only way to "win." And if Selina is to survive on the streets, she must be tough. Can she find her humanity and reconcile toughness with her desire for community ... and love?
Review: Oh my god guys this book was amazing! I loved the artwork and I loved the story. It was the perfect origin story for Catwoman and it wasn’t hard to sympathize with her at all. I really felt for Selina and I loved to see her develop. The character development was very amazing and I loved seeing it animated! The plot is also great, the story is written well, and the world building is fantastic.
However, I do wish that the relationship between Selene and Bruce was more developed as it wasn’t enough of a shock factor. Other than that, that’s my ONLY complaint! I’d read more books in this series by this author!
Verdict: Amazing. I definitely recommend.
growintogardens's review against another edition
dark
fast-paced
2.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse
Moderate: Self harm, Animal cruelty, Animal death, Domestic abuse, and Violence
Minor: Bullying
jkdehaven's review against another edition
4.0
This graphic novel gives a new perspective on the backstory of Selina Kyle (Catwoman). It reflects how she grows up in a home with an abusive stepfather until she runs away and finds a new group of friends. This story was well-written, and it was interesting to see it illustrated mainly in shades of blue. I would caution teenage readers that there are some difficult themes and language used in the book. It is an engaging read that offered greater depth to the backstories of the characters involved.
alexperc_92's review
4.0
I received an e-ARC from the Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review. Review can be found on *Milky Way of Books*
A graphic novel set in Gotham city inspired by Catwoman's origin story. There is a cameo appearance but mostly the graphic novel focuses on the ways Selina discovers her own power and how she evolves from an abused child to a strong young woman.
Trigger alert: abuse, animal killing
A graphic novel set in Gotham city inspired by Catwoman's origin story. There is a cameo appearance but mostly the graphic novel focuses on the ways Selina discovers her own power and how she evolves from an abused child to a strong young woman.
Trigger alert: abuse, animal killing
newtsdaisies's review against another edition
5.0
Such a great story if not very depressing and potentially triggering for some people. Loved all the characters and loved seeing this version of a younger Selina. The art work was beautiful (if not a bit bland because each page was all inked in one color) and I found I really enjoyed reading it. Super fast read and would probably read again in the future when I need a quick Catwoman fix.
kenzithereader's review
5.0
This was a really really great read, I loved it. Especially as someone who hasnt read any Catwoman but loves the character, this was a wonderful story that was easy to follow and a good origin story.
I cried like a baby at one scene though, let me just say there is a bit of a trigger warning on this one.
I cried like a baby at one scene though, let me just say there is a bit of a trigger warning on this one.
lizzyluck's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
randomly_kait's review
3.0
I thought the illustrations were absolutely Gorgeous, and I am super excited for all of these origin stories. It would have been a 5 star read for me, but
Is there going to be a continuation? Not sure. But I'll definitely be reading it, if there is.
Spoiler
a baby kitty died. That's a sensitive subject for me. It made me CRY. I should have known something was going to happen, but still. It's not a bad book, I just prefer to not have animals dieIs there going to be a continuation? Not sure. But I'll definitely be reading it, if there is.