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A hit for a hit. Making it in the music industry is already a long shot—but what if you think you have the chance, with a little killer luck behind you?
Enter Jonny. He left home under suspicious circumstances to make a new life in 1970s Los Angeles. Taking on the typical bar job, he has hopes of making it mainstream. A chance encounter in an alley shapes his music career, where a man who isn’t afraid to get his hands dirty discovers that with every hit job he takes, inspiration strikes and his luck with his music hits prosper.
P.I. Jackie weaves the other half of the story as an alcoholic ex-cop who takes on investigative jobs for fifty bucks a day—plus expenses. Little does she know that her friend Jonny won’t stop at anything to secure his future of celebrity…even at the expense of destroying what joy she has left in this world.
Killer Groove is your typical “sell your soul to the devil” story, with some twists. A diverse cast makes for unique perspectives and experiences that come into play. The vintage backdrop gives the story a grit that makes crime stories pop—Marron’s album covers and overall art style sell the plot, with panels reminiscent of Ed Brubaker’s thick, angular line art. Masters’ writing lends each of the characters a backstory that draws them all together by the ending, but development leaves a lot to be desired. Killer Groove could benefit from a lengthier offering, selling the participants as relatable and worthy of following to wonder just how their stories will unfold.
The graphic novel is recommended for older teens & adults. Elements of drug abuse, violence, and language are apparent and continue to be focal activities throughout the title. Fans of true crime stories will find delight in Killer Groove, and while the story may be a bit predictable it still retains its entertainment value.
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A hit for a hit. Making it in the music industry is already a long shot—but what if you think you have the chance, with a little killer luck behind you?
Enter Jonny. He left home under suspicious circumstances to make a new life in 1970s Los Angeles. Taking on the typical bar job, he has hopes of making it mainstream. A chance encounter in an alley shapes his music career, where a man who isn’t afraid to get his hands dirty discovers that with every hit job he takes, inspiration strikes and his luck with his music hits prosper.
P.I. Jackie weaves the other half of the story as an alcoholic ex-cop who takes on investigative jobs for fifty bucks a day—plus expenses. Little does she know that her friend Jonny won’t stop at anything to secure his future of celebrity…even at the expense of destroying what joy she has left in this world.
Killer Groove is your typical “sell your soul to the devil” story, with some twists. A diverse cast makes for unique perspectives and experiences that come into play. The vintage backdrop gives the story a grit that makes crime stories pop—Marron’s album covers and overall art style sell the plot, with panels reminiscent of Ed Brubaker’s thick, angular line art. Masters’ writing lends each of the characters a backstory that draws them all together by the ending, but development leaves a lot to be desired. Killer Groove could benefit from a lengthier offering, selling the participants as relatable and worthy of following to wonder just how their stories will unfold.
The graphic novel is recommended for older teens & adults. Elements of drug abuse, violence, and language are apparent and continue to be focal activities throughout the title. Fans of true crime stories will find delight in Killer Groove, and while the story may be a bit predictable it still retains its entertainment value.
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