_forestofpages's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror
Moderate: Fire/Fire injury, Violence, Xenophobia, Physical abuse, and Death
Minor: Sexism and Sexual content
marobbins's review
4.0
I definitely enjoyed this volume as well as the first one. In particular, I appreciated the stronger presence of diverse female characters, such as the slayer Kendra and the formidable sisters Lilith and Lamia. I think Volume 1 could be read and appreciated by people who have not watched the TV show. Since this collection does not flow quite as linearly, it would help for people to have seen the first 3 seasons of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. For me, this volume filled in important gaps of Buffy's story, such as her parents' divorce, her sister Dawn, and what happened during Spike and Dru's trip to Europe. The artwork is beautiful, and the book is a fun and engaging read. Also, the female characters are drawn realistically, which I appreciate.
ashleym10148's review against another edition
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-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
kriff08's review against another edition
3.0
This collection was hit and miss for me, but overall not terrible. I felt there were some moments when I didn't think the characters connected at all and that was probably my biggest let down. I mean I've never seen Buffy lift weights at the pool or make a game of swatting flies blindfolded, MacGuffins I call you out. There were also some pitfalls in the art, although I must admit I enjoyed the variety (Angels We Have Seen on High, beautiful colors). My favorite was probably A Steak to the Heart, I liked that Dawn was included and the stuff about Joyce and Hanks divorce was pretty moving- bonus the art was awesome! I also enjoyed Paint the Town Red although I'm not sure Spike and Dru were portrayed as well as they were in Queen of Hearts which was super good. Ring of Fire and Dust Waltz were ok although I really didn't like some of the art in Dust Waltz it just didn't seem to fit to me.
lillithofthevalley's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
4.25
lellowturtle's review against another edition
5.0
Another wonderful volume in the Buffy world! I loved the last bit about Lillith, it was very interesting. The characters seem true to the show as well!
alaspooriorek's review against another edition
3.0
I'm accustomed to different art styles in these omnibus editions, but I was really annoyed that this edition kept skipping to so many different timelines. This volume was definitely not as good as the first.
lilliepritchard's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.0
floaton0's review against another edition
adventurous
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0