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Summary: It is a must!!
Review: Something in "Parts of a Whole" reminds me of Frank Miller's "The Dark Knight Returns". Perhaps it is the narrative from a first person's perspective mixed with news, and psychedelic drawings (at some points). It is just great to look at.The story is awesome too. It explores both the psychology and the "human side" of the Daredevil. It also shows the Kingpin's side of the story (for the first time, I think), from a very interesting perspective. In short: awesome graphics and excellent story. If you enjoy comics, you must read "Parts of a Whole". In my humble opinion, "Parts of a Whole" is one of the best comics ever published by Marvel.
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Summary: It is a must!!
Review: Something in "Parts of a Whole" reminds me of Frank Miller's "The Dark Knight Returns". Perhaps it is the narrative from a first person's perspective mixed with news, and psychedelic drawings (at some points). It is just great to look at. The story is awesome too. It explores both the psychology and the "human side" of the Daredevil. It also shows the Kingpin's side of the story (for the first time, I think), from a very interesting perspective. In short: awesome graphics and excellent story. If you enjoy comics, you must read "Parts of a Whole". In my humble opinion, "Parts of a Whole" is one of the best comics ever published by Marvel.
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Summary: The Man Without Fear Is Back : In full force
Review: The reason that I give this book only four stars is because it is a reprint of the first three issues in an eight issue story arc. Othe than that the book is perfect. Kevin Smith really does this book justice. Anyone who wants to read a comic that is as good as the great Frank miller's run should absolutely pick this up. Kevin finally makes a character truly interesting and exciting for the first time in years. and Joe Quesada and Jimmy Palmiotti's art make a very striking visual statement. It is very exciting and fun to look at. Overall a very impressive book but i felt that it was more for the people who have the first issues signed or something and do not want to read them for fear of damage. Also check out Daredevil: Visionaries for the full eight issue storyline
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Summary: Daredevil Vol. 1 Hardcover Review
Review: This book is good enough that I bought the hardcover, even though I already had the same two storylines in TPB paperback form. I ended up giving the two TPBs away to friends to convince them that they should be reading this book! The storyline is good, the art is fantastic, and this book was a real deal here at Amazon.com. Is it the best daredevil story I've ever read? Honestly, no. There are others out there that I've enjoyed just as much or more, but this one ranks up with some of the finest stuff Marvel has published this century. Do yourself (or someone else) a favor and grab this book while you can!
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Summary: Interesting, but ultimately futile.
Review: This is what a friend of mine would call a "moving a sofa" story - consult 'Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency' for the concept. It introduces the new love interest for Matt Murdock, whose father was once the Kingpin's right-hand man, until the Kingpin killed him because he was 'too crazy'. Maya herself has the powers of the longtime Marvel villain the Taskmaster - anything she sees done, she can duplicate. She also is deaf. The Kingpin takes advantage of Maya's questions about how her father died by telling Maya that Daredevil killed him. He also asks her to talk to Matt Murdock at his law offices about a few things, resulting in the inevitable "you're really Daredevil?" moment. Needless to say, when Maya finds out she's been tricked, she goes to deal with the Kingpin. High points in this collection are a autobiography of the Kingpin, rendered as his thoughts to himself; a story placed at the end that would have broken the narrative flow, but is extremely well done and, I think, part of one of the 'special event' months at about that time; and Maya's - or as she's called, Echo - plan to deal with Daredevil's senses, especially his hearing, to give herself the edge. Overall, though, it was disappointing. The art, however, is stunning, especially the rendering of Maya's thought balloons.
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Summary: Interesting, but ultimately futile.
Review: This is what a friend of mine would call a "moving a sofa" story - consult 'Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency' for the concept. It introduces the new love interest for Matt Murdock, whose father was once the Kingpin's right-hand man, until the Kingpin killed him because he was 'too crazy'. Maya herself has the powers of the longtime Marvel villain the Taskmaster - anything she sees done, she can duplicate. She also is deaf. The Kingpin takes advantage of Maya's questions about how her father died by telling Maya that Daredevil killed him. He also asks her to talk to Matt Murdock at his law offices about a few things, resulting in the inevitable "you're really Daredevil?" moment. Needless to say, when Maya finds out she's been tricked, she goes to deal with the Kingpin. High points in this collection are a autobiography of the Kingpin, rendered as his thoughts to himself; a story placed at the end that would have broken the narrative flow, but is extremely well done and, I think, part of one of the 'special event' months at about that time; and Maya's - or as she's called, Echo - plan to deal with Daredevil's senses, especially his hearing, to give herself the edge. Overall, though, it was disappointing. The art, however, is stunning, especially the rendering of Maya's thought balloons.
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Summary: Incomplete and Inconsequential
Review: Though a huge Kevin Smith fan, I found his work on Daredevil to be more or less unoriginal. The stories didn't cover any ground not already explored by Daredevil veteran Frank Miller. But Kevin Smith's Daredevil not in the same league as the legendary Frank Miller's is hardly an offense! Were that the only problem with this trade paperback, I would most likely recommend it to Daredevil fans. I have two more grievances however, one slight and one serious. Though considered to be a "hot" artist amongst comic fans, I cannot sink my teeth into Joe Quesada's rendition of Daredevil. Where Daredevil should be sleek and balanced, Quesada's Daredevil is cartoony and awkward. He tries very hard to imitate his obvious hero, former Spider-man artist Todd McFarlane, with his use of funky, impossible proportions and hundreds of feet of chaotic rope no person could possibly manage. He should have studied the styles of Dave Mazzuchelli or even John Romita Jr. to see how it is done. Trying to turn Daredevil into Spider-man didn't fly. Most serious of all, however, is that this trade paperback does not complete its intended story. Rather it reprints only 3 of 5 issues, leaving us not only dangling, but forcing us to purchase another trade paperback containing all 5 (3 of which we've already purchased). So, if you do not agree with my opinions of Kevin Smith and Joe Quesada, at the very least heed my warning not to purchase this incomplete tale, and instead pick up a copy of the completed version contained in MARVEL'S FINEST: DAREDEVIL VISIONARIES.
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Summary: Incomplete and Inconsequential
Review: Though a huge Kevin Smith fan, I found his work on Daredevil to be more or less unoriginal. The stories didn't cover any ground not already explored by Daredevil veteran Frank Miller. But Kevin Smith's Daredevil not in the same league as the legendary Frank Miller's is hardly an offense! Were that the only problem with this trade paperback, I would most likely recommend it to Daredevil fans. I have two more grievances however, one slight and one serious. Though considered to be a "hot" artist amongst comic fans, I cannot sink my teeth into Joe Quesada's rendition of Daredevil. Where Daredevil should be sleek and balanced, Quesada's Daredevil is cartoony and awkward. He tries very hard to imitate his obvious hero, former Spider-man artist Todd McFarlane, with his use of funky, impossible proportions and hundreds of feet of chaotic rope no person could possibly manage. He should have studied the styles of Dave Mazzuchelli or even John Romita Jr. to see how it is done. Trying to turn Daredevil into Spider-man didn't fly. Most serious of all, however, is that this trade paperback does not complete its intended story. Rather it reprints only 3 of 5 issues, leaving us not only dangling, but forcing us to purchase another trade paperback containing all 5 (3 of which we've already purchased). So, if you do not agree with my opinions of Kevin Smith and Joe Quesada, at the very least heed my warning not to purchase this incomplete tale, and instead pick up a copy of the completed version contained in MARVEL'S FINEST: DAREDEVIL VISIONARIES.
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Summary: From Spudmunkey Dot Com
Review: Title: Daredevil:: Parts of a Hole
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Writer: David Mack
Artists: Joe Quesada and David Ross
For Fans of: Kabuki, The Hear No Evil See No Evil movies, pulp heroes,Greek Tragedies, Irony After Matt's loss in the last chapter of his life, we find a pensive hero who is about to get his world turned upside down once again. We are also introduced to Maya Lopez, who was born deaf but later found ways to compensate for this loss. She can duplicate the any action she sees exactly. Anything from piano playing to martial arts can be duplicated by simply watching the masters of these activities. Also like Matt she is driven by her father's murder and seeks vengeance. Her father was an associate of the Kingpin's, who was also his executioner and this is how Kingpin was able to take her under his wing. Maya's trust in him is the reason he is able to pull off the ruse that Daredevil is her father's killer, not himself. Since Kingpin also knows Matt's identity, it is a simple matter to have these two similar individuals meet, without Maya knowing who Matt really is. This story has romance, super heroics, tragedy, symbolism, irony, life, death, and the one of the biggest shake ups in the status quo of a BIG member of the Daredevil cast. Mack's first venture into writing already established characters is inventive as well as creatively paced. Known for his award winning creator owned book, Kabuki, Mack must have felt some intimidation coming in after a very popular and well received run by film-maker Kevin Smith. However, he didn't show his intimidation with this chapter. He actually tried to one up Smith's shock ending with a interesting bit of irony which will be explored further by Brian Michael Bendis in issues to come. Quesada's art in this book is not only his best work, but wildly creative. It was like he was in the mood to read some Sienkiewicz and got caught up in the style! If you only know Quesada as Marvel's Editor in Chief, then you need to see that when he has time, he is also one of the best artist in the industry. The best aspect of this story was the humanization of the Kingpin. You see what motivated him and how his achieved the position he resides in. To make a character come off as both frightening and tragic is a rare feat.
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Summary: Another Epic Daredevil Tale!
Review: What is it about Daredevil that seems to bring out the best in a writer and artist..? Miller and Janson, Kevin Smith, Quesada & Palmiotti, Bendis & Maleev, and now David Mack.... Parts of a Hole tells the triangular story of Daredevil, The Kingpin, and a new character, Echo. Echo was the child of one of The Kingpin's enforcers, and she blames DD for the death of dear old Dad....even though The Kingpin pulled the trigger. Echo is kind of the dark reflection of Daredevil- Where he is blind, Echo is DEAF, and the dichotomy this presents is perfectly presented by the talented David Mack. Add to this stew a romance between DD and Echo in their civillian identities, and you have the makings of a Greek tragedy.... The art, by Joe Quesada and others, is great; Quesada manages to stretch his palette in new directions, tipping the hat to David Mack's art, while still maintaining his own recognizable style. A prevoius reviewer stated that the fill-in issue spoiled the pacing of the book, and shouldn't have been included in the collection. I must respectfully disagree, and say that I loved the fill in issue, and applaud it's inclusion. I found the way they were able to craft a tale that took place in the minutes-long span between issues AND make it thoughtful and exciting, to be nothing short of amazing, and I think that it was a highlight of the story for me. The great thing about including the story is this: If the reader gets a few pages into it, and finds it's not to their liking, they can just skip right by it and get back to the main story. (Don't skip it, though! I think you'll be pleasently surprised.)
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