A review by dylanhenning
The Walking Dead, Vol. 5: The Best Defense by Robert Kirkman

adventurous dark sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

This volume was certainly an improvement over the last couple I’ve read. The women in the book did have more of a plot than just being there for romance or drama. There was still a fair amount of sexism and objectification of some of the women and of course the incredibly disturbing r*pe scene between The Governor and Michonne.

The Governor appears way more menacing much faster here than he did in the television show and I think it serves the character well. You understand how calculating and maniacal he can be but when he interacts with the residents of Woodbury he’s very sweet, kind, and charming. It makes it so much creepier.
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