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rouver's review against another edition
2.0
This Wonder Woman is the sequel to [b:Wonder Woman By Greg Rucka Vol. 1|27405492|Wonder Woman By Greg Rucka Vol. 1|Greg Rucka|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1468240163l/27405492._SY75_.jpg|47452848] and unlike the other Wonder Woman book I just read, makes sense in relation to the previous volume. That's not to say it doesn't have problems, but at least the story & characters were consistent. Not likable, not always logical, but sure...consistent.
But the reason this book lost a star? The illustrations. Let me show you a few.
First, the horse on the cover. I love horses. That thing was a weird chimera of horse, bird, and fish.
Bowfin for comparison:
Lets see if the artists understand the human female body:
I'd put that at a "no." Or Wonder Woman has had her spine broken.
That is absolutely a broken neck, at the least
You're drawing an undead skeleton-head Medusa. Should that stop you from giving her a hot bod & big boobs? Ha. Wait...what is *happening* with those boobs, anyway?
Illogical furry boobs? Check! Torso not connected to legs? Checkity-check!
Is...is she....POOPING OUT HER TAIL?
Boobs don't look like that unless you've had some work done. And dear god, what is happening with her bicep? Was she playing Monkey Bump?
(monkey bump: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjOsEhe2r3w)
That time you corseted so hard your guts moved your boobs up to your clavicle
Or you were in such a hurry you forgot to put a shirt on under your leather blacksmith apron?
What is happening with her upper torso?
What do female evil villains do when they get together? Bitch about makeup, of course
Let's cover all our bases on misogyny: remember, even 9 yr olds get to weigh in on how hot you are. Plus, dirt on girls=ugly!
Hahaha! Girls are yucky!!
Women don't really have nipples
Wonder Woman's trademark snake spine:
No bones about it, this is a terrible drawing (Get it? "No bones"? Because it looks like she doesn't have any?) Hahahaha!
Imagine, if you will, a Superman comic where he saves suicide jumpers. On the cover, they decide to show him being cradled by the woman he's saving, as he falls helplessly in her arms. Oh, what...that's ludicrous? Then why is it ok here? Also, don't forget to make sure you can see both ass cheeks, even if that's not how bodies work. ...and a broken spine. Wonder Woman just managed to regrow those bones & not all of them are in the right place
I saved the worst for last. Those boobs! That ass! That SPINE!! You know, I've seen girls mocked for not being able to draw a bicycle, but no one pays them to put their monstrosities in comics and be praised for their work.
But the reason this book lost a star? The illustrations. Let me show you a few.
First, the horse on the cover. I love horses. That thing was a weird chimera of horse, bird, and fish.
Bowfin for comparison:
Lets see if the artists understand the human female body:
I'd put that at a "no." Or Wonder Woman has had her spine broken.
That is absolutely a broken neck, at the least
You're drawing an undead skeleton-head Medusa. Should that stop you from giving her a hot bod & big boobs? Ha. Wait...what is *happening* with those boobs, anyway?
Illogical furry boobs? Check! Torso not connected to legs? Checkity-check!
Is...is she....POOPING OUT HER TAIL?
Boobs don't look like that unless you've had some work done. And dear god, what is happening with her bicep? Was she playing Monkey Bump?
(monkey bump: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjOsEhe2r3w)
That time you corseted so hard your guts moved your boobs up to your clavicle
Or you were in such a hurry you forgot to put a shirt on under your leather blacksmith apron?
What is happening with her upper torso?
What do female evil villains do when they get together? Bitch about makeup, of course
Let's cover all our bases on misogyny: remember, even 9 yr olds get to weigh in on how hot you are. Plus, dirt on girls=ugly!
Hahaha! Girls are yucky!!
Women don't really have nipples
Wonder Woman's trademark snake spine:
No bones about it, this is a terrible drawing (Get it? "No bones"? Because it looks like she doesn't have any?) Hahahaha!
Imagine, if you will, a Superman comic where he saves suicide jumpers. On the cover, they decide to show him being cradled by the woman he's saving, as he falls helplessly in her arms. Oh, what...that's ludicrous? Then why is it ok here? Also, don't forget to make sure you can see both ass cheeks, even if that's not how bodies work. ...and a broken spine. Wonder Woman just managed to regrow those bones & not all of them are in the right place
I saved the worst for last. Those boobs! That ass! That SPINE!! You know, I've seen girls mocked for not being able to draw a bicycle, but no one pays them to put their monstrosities in comics and be praised for their work.
wordaddict1107's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
amck's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-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? It's complicated
5.0
tabman678's review against another edition
5.0
Wonder Woman by Greg Rucka is just good stuff. I’ve loved every issue and both trades of it, I’d go so far as to say it’s the best Wonder Woman I’ve ever read.
It strikes a great balance between the Greek Mythology stuff and the lowly Earth narratives. And it’s all good all the time.
The art constantly shifting annoyed me as it always does but I wouldn’t call any of it horrible. Stylized yes but not horrible. I think Rags Morales and Drew Johnson do a fantastic job on the art and Sean Phillips is good but it’s an awkward shift at best because it happens right after a climactic fight.
There’s also an odd shift of characterization for Diana in the middle, but I thinks it’s due to Geoff Johns penning the issue instead of Rucka. And I like Rucka’s characterization of her more so it was noticeable to me I’m not sure if you’ll feel the same way but I will note it was an issue of Flash and not Wonder Woman.
All in all Greg Rucka’s Wonder Woman trades are fantastic and I urge you to read them if you can.
5 stars.
It strikes a great balance between the Greek Mythology stuff and the lowly Earth narratives. And it’s all good all the time.
The art constantly shifting annoyed me as it always does but I wouldn’t call any of it horrible. Stylized yes but not horrible. I think Rags Morales and Drew Johnson do a fantastic job on the art and Sean Phillips is good but it’s an awkward shift at best because it happens right after a climactic fight.
There’s also an odd shift of characterization for Diana in the middle, but I thinks it’s due to Geoff Johns penning the issue instead of Rucka. And I like Rucka’s characterization of her more so it was noticeable to me I’m not sure if you’ll feel the same way but I will note it was an issue of Flash and not Wonder Woman.
All in all Greg Rucka’s Wonder Woman trades are fantastic and I urge you to read them if you can.
5 stars.
enriquedcf's review against another edition
4.0
There's a reason why Greg Rucka is amongst the best WW writers; this run is so good. In these arcs I feel that Rucka gave more attention to Diana's persona, her bravery and selflessness are on display here and though it doesn't feel like much of a personal arc, it's a pretty good way to show why Diana is such an important character.
However, if there's any weak spot in this run, it's the art. It's not bad, it's just bland, forgettable, it makes the job and nothing much; Nichola Scott or Liam Sharp on Rucka's Rebirth run brought so much personality to the series, mixing it perfectly with the tone of those arcs. Sadly, the artist in these issues are just OK.
Still, this is a pretty great run of comics and I'm eager to read the last issues of this run.
However, if there's any weak spot in this run, it's the art. It's not bad, it's just bland, forgettable, it makes the job and nothing much; Nichola Scott or Liam Sharp on Rucka's Rebirth run brought so much personality to the series, mixing it perfectly with the tone of those arcs. Sadly, the artist in these issues are just OK.
Still, this is a pretty great run of comics and I'm eager to read the last issues of this run.
blackwolf's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
plaidchuck's review against another edition
5.0
A definitive run for anyone that wants to read the best story arcs for Wonder Woman. Rucka updated the Olympian gods and gave them agency within the story, along with appearances by villains like Cheetah, Dr. Psycho, and Circe.
My only gripes would be Diana being a bit too much of a pawn of Athena and Veronica Cale fizzling out as a villain within the arc.
My only gripes would be Diana being a bit too much of a pawn of Athena and Veronica Cale fizzling out as a villain within the arc.
harmony's review against another edition
4.0
This was a very good collection, but out also reminded me why I don't like DC generally. The tortured hero whose every victory is Pyrrhic is... frankly draining. When there is simply no good choice it full victory, I tend to want to move on. Things turn out right in the end, at least if this arc, and it WAS very well written. There are still a lot of loose threads remaining.
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