annelisegordon's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
droar's review against another edition
3.0
Fairly heavy on exposition, but in a good way (for a superhero comic at least). The discussions with the queen mother are by far my favorite parts. Hopefully part 2 will offer more politics and intrigue rather than extended fight scenes.
abh8's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
aliyah21's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
ukalaylee's review against another edition
challenging
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
justiceofkalr's review against another edition
2.0
Maybe I just don't know enough about the character?
saramarie08's review against another edition
3.0
T'Challa tries to settle the unrest that is sparking across his nation, including within the vibranium mines, in border cities, and elsewhere. A disgraced Dora Milaje is sentenced to death, but her lover breaks her free, and the two don special armor and fight to free oppressed women and children in camps at the border. A student of Killmonger who can control mens' psyche is also wrecking havoc and seeding the unrest against the king. T'Challa must balance his life as the Panther with his responsibilities as king, and try not to get himself hurt or killed in the process. As a bonus, the first appearance of the Black Panther is included as the last chapter.
This volume has been billed as a good place for readers to jump in to the Black Panther storyline. This is not true at all. The unrest, the trial of the Dora Milaje, and Killmonger's protégé are all leftovers from the events of Ultimates: Omniversal vols 1 and 2. Unlike older Marvel comics, this one does not come with a lot of context cues in the form of editor notes, so readers will just have to figure it out through slogging through the storyline.
All this aside, Coates' approach to Black Panther is inventive and intriguing. In his run, Wakanda is treated almost like another character, and T'Challa is less the main focus of the story. There are other well-rounded characters to root for or hate. In this story, Coates explores how a nation would really react if its leader was always off fighting off bad guys for other countries, how neglected to populace would feel, even though those fights are generally to save the entire world. I expect this run to place Black Panther more so in Wakanda and less in other parts of the world, and other heroes will have to come to him to be involved in the story.
The art of this story beautifully juxtaposes the advanced Golden City, the capital of Birnin Zana, with the African savannas and jungles in the wilds of Wakanda.
Marvel rates this for Teen - the violence and seriousness of subjects like patriotism, loyalty, and duty, make this rating appropriate.
Sara's Rating: 7/10
Suitability Rating: Grades 9-12
This volume has been billed as a good place for readers to jump in to the Black Panther storyline. This is not true at all. The unrest, the trial of the Dora Milaje, and Killmonger's protégé are all leftovers from the events of Ultimates: Omniversal vols 1 and 2. Unlike older Marvel comics, this one does not come with a lot of context cues in the form of editor notes, so readers will just have to figure it out through slogging through the storyline.
All this aside, Coates' approach to Black Panther is inventive and intriguing. In his run, Wakanda is treated almost like another character, and T'Challa is less the main focus of the story. There are other well-rounded characters to root for or hate. In this story, Coates explores how a nation would really react if its leader was always off fighting off bad guys for other countries, how neglected to populace would feel, even though those fights are generally to save the entire world. I expect this run to place Black Panther more so in Wakanda and less in other parts of the world, and other heroes will have to come to him to be involved in the story.
The art of this story beautifully juxtaposes the advanced Golden City, the capital of Birnin Zana, with the African savannas and jungles in the wilds of Wakanda.
Marvel rates this for Teen - the violence and seriousness of subjects like patriotism, loyalty, and duty, make this rating appropriate.
Sara's Rating: 7/10
Suitability Rating: Grades 9-12
sierra_color's review against another edition
5.0
I really liked this one, especially the revolution part. I agree that the government should always serve and protect it's people. I did get a bit confused at times because of the narration/ the changes in narrators. But other than that, I really liked this book. It explored how a society that pushes nature to the edge and technology to the forefront can really become corrupted, because for the sake of progress, we forsake our humanity and compassion for our fellow human beings. I loved the art and costumes throughout this book, and I especially loved the revolution aspect, and how these people were banning together to defeat a corrupt monarchy. I really hope to see more of the series.
pjdas1012's review against another edition
3.0
"It is not enough to be the sword. You must be the intelligence behind it."
I’m not a big comic book reader but I gave this one a go because Ta-Nehisi Coates wrote it. It’s a story about Black Panther when basically everything is going wrong - his people are revolting, his sister is gone, and his confidence is waning. The art is beautiful and the words are poetic if not too metaphorical, and some of the symbolism went over my head. But it was an enjoyable read nonetheless and I’ll continue the series.
I’m not a big comic book reader but I gave this one a go because Ta-Nehisi Coates wrote it. It’s a story about Black Panther when basically everything is going wrong - his people are revolting, his sister is gone, and his confidence is waning. The art is beautiful and the words are poetic if not too metaphorical, and some of the symbolism went over my head. But it was an enjoyable read nonetheless and I’ll continue the series.
voxlunae's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
A decent start, but it's a bit difficult to follow at points, and jumps around too much for its own good. I'll give the next volume a shot to see if I want to continue.