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fakeplatypus's review against another edition
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
roklobster's review against another edition
4.0
Feeling nostalgic so read some Strangers. The out-dated pop culture references aside, man does this comic stand the test of time. Solid story telling, great art. Ah to make such a thing myself...
beckyisbookish's review against another edition
4.0
Man, Betty and Veronica sure are different than I remember them as a kid. I thought this collection was so good, truly. Very nostalgic and totally my style. I’m going to try and get my hands on the rest very soon!
kikireads's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
4.0
woodenpersonality's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content
janeeyrezombiehunter's review against another edition
5.0
When I picked this series up, I didn't expect to love it. I really didn't expect to be in the comic book shop the next day buying every SIP issue I hadn't read.
With characters who have somewhat cheesy names like "Katchoo," and drawn in a somewhat cute manner, I expected to have another example of the kind of ridiculously ignorant objectification of women/ essentialization of women that one finds in many of the other books. One might even call it a comic book REQUIREMENT. But then I met Tambi, and Bambi, et al, and Freddie....what a great storyline, at least in the beginning before David gets religion...and perhaps I can re-read even those issues with a more open mind. Highly recommended, if only for the gorgeous artwork.
With characters who have somewhat cheesy names like "Katchoo," and drawn in a somewhat cute manner, I expected to have another example of the kind of ridiculously ignorant objectification of women/ essentialization of women that one finds in many of the other books. One might even call it a comic book REQUIREMENT. But then I met Tambi, and Bambi, et al, and Freddie....what a great storyline, at least in the beginning before David gets religion...and perhaps I can re-read even those issues with a more open mind. Highly recommended, if only for the gorgeous artwork.
pmileham's review against another edition
4.0
I've read this collection numerous times. This time around I saw some things differently. Instead of rooting for Katchoo, Francine, and David, I felt they were angry, neurotic, and needy. While I didn't LIKE Freddie, I understood some of his argument against Francine. The writing seemed a bit one-sided towards the women. Terry Moore's art was a bit rougher than what I know he becomes later, but it is still damn good. One of my favorite series nonetheless.
grilledcheesesamurai's review against another edition
4.0
It's kind of silly that I have never read a Terry Moore comic until now. I don't know why. It was always something I knew I should look into but just never got around to.
For some odd reason, tonight, on a whim, I decided it was time. I don't know why; perhaps its because I have a banger of a head cold going on right now and in my fevered state of not being able to find anything to hold my attention I figured maybe this would occupy some time.
And it did. I read the whole thing from front to back and I friggen loved it! I loved the characters and I want to know more about them now. Also, Terry Moore's line art was incredible and by the 3rd page, I knew that I was going to read this entire series.
The good news is...there's a shit ton of it. So maybe it's a good thing that I've waited this long? Now I can binge. :)
For some odd reason, tonight, on a whim, I decided it was time. I don't know why; perhaps its because I have a banger of a head cold going on right now and in my fevered state of not being able to find anything to hold my attention I figured maybe this would occupy some time.
And it did. I read the whole thing from front to back and I friggen loved it! I loved the characters and I want to know more about them now. Also, Terry Moore's line art was incredible and by the 3rd page, I knew that I was going to read this entire series.
The good news is...there's a shit ton of it. So maybe it's a good thing that I've waited this long? Now I can binge. :)
bookwormjt's review against another edition
5.0
The dialog among the characters felt so organic and real. The art is absolutely stunning. The story is simple but so compelling.
occhilism's review against another edition
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0