Monday, 6 July 2015

BOOK REVIEW: Saga, Volume 3 by Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples

Saga, Volume 3

Author: Brian K. Vaughan
Artist: Fiona Staples
Series: Saga, #13-18
Published: 25 March 2014 by Image Comics
Genres: Adult, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Comic
Format: Trade Paperback
Source: Purchased
Links: Goodreads, Publisher

Synopsis:


From the Hugo Award-winning duo of Brian K. Vaughan (The Private Eye, Y: The Last Man) and Fiona Staples (North 40, Red Sonja), Saga is the sweeping tale of one young family fighting to find their place in the universe. Searching for their literary hero, new parents Marko and Alana travel to a cosmic lighthouse on the planet Quietus, while the couple's multiple pursuers finally close in on their targets.

Rating:

Review and Discussion:


I thoroughly enjoyed this volume, but I found that it just didn't pack the same punch as the first two. Volume 3 definitely had less action and more of a "lull" feel to it in the way it focused on developing a lot of characters. The action definitely picked up in the final chapter, which has made me incredibly excited to read Volume 4 pronto!

Again, I loved everything that this comic book series has to offer. The humour, the artwork, the eclectic cast of characters, the craziness, the absurdities, and the incredible writing are just some of my favourite elements of this series. My favourite character remains Alana, but I am now particularly intrigued by The Will and The Brand, especially after the little teaser at the end! Also, Hazel is the cutest little baby, and the sassiest narrator I've ever come across.

This series offers something for everyone, and it's no wonder why it has received so much critical acclaim. If you're curious about the hype, or wanting to get into comic books or graphic novels, I would definitely recommend that you pick up Saga. It is so wonderfully entertaining, and everyone should experience the wonder of reading this series.

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