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Summary: Not So Fresh Appearances
Review: 'Bad Blood' is drawn from BTVS comics 9 through 11, continuing the story of Selke, a vampire in desperate need of a makeover and yen for revenge. Buffy is responsible for Selke's loss in the looks department (see the previous trade paperback, 'The Remaining Sunlight'). Nor will the story end here. There are several more issues to go before the battle is completely resolved. Once writers Andi Watson and Joe Bennet find a good thing, there is no letting go of it.'Hey Good Looking' (two parts) is Selkie's real dramatic entrance. Literally ruined by being toasted by Buffy, Selke sets out to restore her good looks and get even with the Slayer. While Buffy hunts ghouls the vampire looks for a good, but corrupt, plastic surgeon. Selke finds that being a vampire with a terminal skin condition does not command much respect. Poor Dr. Flitter!. In 'A Boy Named Sue,' Buffy has to deal with a band member with overactive glands and a blood drive that is drawing vampires from all over Sunnydale. Selke's Dr. Flitter finally turns to magic and manages to... well, you will just have to read it. An additional story, 'Hello Moon,' may be new to BTVS readers. Buffy meets a real Selkie during a walk by the seashore. After a rough start, the two discover that they have things to teach each other. Between dusting a few vamps, that is. It would be nice to have the entire Selke series all under one title, but there seems to be little hope of that. There is simply too much of it. Dark Horse was trying to emulate the television series at that time and wanted a story that would run for an entire season, with all kinds of story arcs. 'Blood of Carthage' is the next largest series, but rambles considerably less. As I have mentioned elsewhere, the trade paperbacks often simply reprise stories from the comics. Thus, for those who do not have access to the original issues, they can be a great treat. Do not expect a real graphic novel, though, just well executed artwork and an interesting story line. These are, after all, comics, and should be approached with that understanding. If you want more of Buffy than the shows and the novels however, the trade paperbacks are worth the price.
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Summary: Not So Fresh Appearances
Review: 'Bad Blood' is drawn from BTVS comics 9 through 11, continuing the story of Selke, a vampire in desperate need of a makeover and yen for revenge. Buffy is responsible for Selke's loss in the looks department (see the previous trade paperback, 'The Remaining Sunlight'). Nor will the story end here. There are several more issues to go before the battle is completely resolved. Once writers Andi Watson and Joe Bennet find a good thing, there is no letting go of it. 'Hey Good Looking' (two parts) is Selkie's real dramatic entrance. Literally ruined by being toasted by Buffy, Selke sets out to restore her good looks and get even with the Slayer. While Buffy hunts ghouls the vampire looks for a good, but corrupt, plastic surgeon. Selke finds that being a vampire with a terminal skin condition does not command much respect. Poor Dr. Flitter!. In 'A Boy Named Sue,' Buffy has to deal with a band member with overactive glands and a blood drive that is drawing vampires from all over Sunnydale. Selke's Dr. Flitter finally turns to magic and manages to... well, you will just have to read it. An additional story, 'Hello Moon,' may be new to BTVS readers. Buffy meets a real Selkie during a walk by the seashore. After a rough start, the two discover that they have things to teach each other. Between dusting a few vamps, that is. It would be nice to have the entire Selke series all under one title, but there seems to be little hope of that. There is simply too much of it. Dark Horse was trying to emulate the television series at that time and wanted a story that would run for an entire season, with all kinds of story arcs. 'Blood of Carthage' is the next largest series, but rambles considerably less. As I have mentioned elsewhere, the trade paperbacks often simply reprise stories from the comics. Thus, for those who do not have access to the original issues, they can be a great treat. Do not expect a real graphic novel, though, just well executed artwork and an interesting story line. These are, after all, comics, and should be approached with that understanding. If you want more of Buffy than the shows and the novels however, the trade paperbacks are worth the price.
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Summary: this is very wierd
Review: have you noticed, this says Buffy, Blood of Carthage but the reviews and picture talk about Buffy, Bad Blood??? Dont buy this unless you wanna get whole different book than the title.
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Summary: lots of fun
Review: I read this one cover to cover and was never bored. Pick this one up for a good read.
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Summary: lots of fun
Review: One of the best drawn graphic novels in the Buffy series. I enjoyed the story. "All killing and no kissing makes Buffy a sad slayer" The contrast between Joyce's concern about aging and Angel's immortal good looks is an interesting back drop for the appearance of a wicked villian. Hey Good Looking 1 and 2 are very entertaining. The third story Hello Moon teaches that looks can be deceptive. I recommend this book.
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Summary: Great art work!
Review: One of the best drawn graphic novels in the Buffy series. I enjoyed the story. "All killing and no kissing makes Buffy a sad slayer" The contrast between Joyce's concern about aging and Angel's immortal good looks is an interesting back drop for the appearance of a wicked villian. Hey Good Looking 1 and 2 are very entertaining. The third story Hello Moon teaches that looks can be deceptive. I recommend this book.
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Summary: The best Buffy book
Review: The third graphic novel collecting issues from the ongoing Buffy the Vampire Slayer comic book series and the best one so far. This is the first time the series had attempted any sort of story ark, with mixed results. One the one hand it allows for a more compelling plot then the one monster per issue fromat they'd used up to now, but on the other the Selke storyline is left unresolved which is frustrating for readers who have to wait for the next collection. The artwork is either excellent (if you consider the comic book as a stand alone, seperate from the tv series) or in need of work (if you expect the characters to look anything like the actors). The fact that Angel and Xander look very similar and Bufy and Amy are practically indistinguishable would be my main critiscism. Artwork aside, this book comes closer to recreating the atmosphere of the tv series than the previous ones. Although the comic series has managed to capture the humour and action of Buffy exceptionally well they'd so far left out the emotional element which makes the tv show so gripping. This can be found in Joyce's concerns about ageing in this book which are mirrored by Buffy's worries about getting old (although for different reasons). The modelling story examines on of the series recurring themes - can Buffy lead a normal life despite being the Slayer? and does so without just retreading old ground. All in all this is an excellent book and a must for all Buffy fans.
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Summary: A Good Read
Review: This trade collects issues 9, 10, and 11 as well as a bonus story. First off is a story entitled "Hey Good Lookin' pt. 1" which begins with Angel and Buffy having romantic times together in the graveyard. We see Selke (remember her from a few issues back?) all ugly and mangled and Buffy's mom is looking into plastic surgery at the same clinic as Selke. Buffy is also spotted by talent scouts at the mall who want her as a model (isn't it great when all the plot threads tie together?) In issue 10, part two of the story the plot thickens with Buffy looking into the modeling gig and worrying about her relationship with Angel. Selke is still at large trying to fix her mangled look. Then there is "A Boy Named Sue" in which Amy turns this annoying guy into a girl and Selke recovers her lost look. In the extra story "Hello Moon" Buffy has an encounter with a sea monster. It is a very good story. In fact, the whole trade is well written even though in "A Boy Named Sue" the artwork is somewhat lacking. A worthwhile trade.
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Summary: A Good Read
Review: This trade collects issues 9, 10, and 11 as well as a bonus story. First off is a story entitled "Hey Good Lookin' pt. 1" which begins with Angel and Buffy having romantic times together in the graveyard. We see Selke (remember her from a few issues back?) all ugly and mangled and Buffy's mom is looking into plastic surgery at the same clinic as Selke. Buffy is also spotted by talent scouts at the mall who want her as a model (isn't it great when all the plot threads tie together?) In issue 10, part two of the story the plot thickens with Buffy looking into the modeling gig and worrying about her relationship with Angel. Selke is still at large trying to fix her mangled look. Then there is "A Boy Named Sue" in which Amy turns this annoying guy into a girl and Selke recovers her lost look. In the extra story "Hello Moon" Buffy has an encounter with a sea monster. It is a very good story. In fact, the whole trade is well written even though in "A Boy Named Sue" the artwork is somewhat lacking. A worthwhile trade.
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Summary: A Good Read
Review: This trade collects issues 9, 10, and 11 as well as a bonus story. First off is a story entitled "Hey Good Lookin' pt. 1" which begins with Angel and Buffy having romantic times together in the graveyard. We see Selke (remember her from a few issues back?) all ugly and mangled and Buffy's mom is looking into plastic surgery at the same clinic as Selke. Buffy is also spotted by talent scouts at the mall who want her as a model (isn't it great when all the plot threads tie together?) In issue 10, part two of the story the plot thickens with Buffy looking into the modeling gig and worrying about her relationship with Angel. Selke is still at large trying to fix her mangled look. Then there is "A Boy Named Sue" in which Amy turns this annoying guy into a girl and Selke recovers her lost look. In the extra story "Hello Moon" Buffy has an encounter with a sea monster. It is a very good story. In fact, the whole trade is well written even though in "A Boy Named Sue" the artwork is somewhat lacking. A worthwhile trade.
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