Heather’s Favorite Graphic Novels Read in 2010
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1. Red Moon: A story in which an adorable family dog sets out to save the world couldn’t fit more solidly in my comic reading zone. This is a well-crafted story with beautiful black and white art save the red moon of the title. The novel fully delivered on the promise of last year’s prequel comic. Dave McAdoo’s art completely engages me and he nails the emotions of both animals and humans in this book.
2. FCHS: 90210 meets Archie. I love a good teen drama. I typically satisfy this love with my Netflix queue or my DVR. Rachel Freire’s art brings writer, Vito Delsante’s story to life. Together they create relatable characters that I care about. The best part, there are more to come. I can’t wait to find out what happens next for the students at FCHS.
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3. Crogan’s March: Chris Schweizer’s second story in the Crogan family series was as good as the first. This time we join Peter Crogan in the French Foreign Legion. Not only does Peter face the Tuaregs, but incompetent leaders who do more damage to his unit than the raiders.
4. The Claws Come Out: This is where my title of “read in 2010” comes into play. Pat Lewis’ The Claws Come Out was published in 2007. I wasn’t introduced to Pat and his wonderfully adorable art until 2010 hence his inclusion on this list. Sexy vampire, Lily St. Evil, narrates “astounding tales of broads and monsters.” Pat Lewis’ art and storytelling make me smile.
5. Guinea Pig, Pet Shop Private Eye, Vol. 1: Hamster and Cheese: Who is stealing the pet shop owner’s sandwich? If this mystery isn’t solved, he will be getting rid of the shop’s hamsters. Enter Lady Sasspants, Guinea P.I. to find the culprit and save the hamsters. Stephanie Yue’s art is why I purchased this book at SPX and Colleen Venable’s story makes me want to read more about the snarky, furry mystery solver.
Reader Comments (2)
I'm gonna lend you one of my favorite graphic novels of 2010, Charles Burns' "Xed Out" just to see how grossed out you'll get.
Challenge Accepted! You should bring it to Sketch Charlotte tonight.