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narflet's review
4.0
This came to an ending that I didn't expect, but that I'm pleased with. It was quite an epic issue, but was pulled off well. I'm satisfied with the direction they ended up taking and think it'll have very interesting consequences for the final arc of the Buffy title. I'm really looking forward to seeing how Season 9 is finished off now. Intriguing.
Overall: A very strong mini-series that really does add something to the over all story. Not amazing art, but it suited the story and was well done.
Overall: A very strong mini-series that really does add something to the over all story. Not amazing art, but it suited the story and was well done.
slipperbunny's review
3.0
I'm not sure if I like season 9 that much but I loved reading about Willow.
selfwinding's review
4.0
Filling in Willow's storyline from Season 9 is a strange adventure that's more about Willow's journey than it is about finding magic, which is why this volume excels. If Willow is your favorite character, this feels like a must-read, and honestly, it helped me reconnect to loving Willow.
I saw the "twist" concerning the villain coming from a mile-away, but that didn't make it any less satisfying. Overall, I feel like this story takes expectations and fulfills them, but then repackages those expectations in a way that feels justified, not cheap.
Also, I need to stop for a second to gush over Willow's wardrobe. It is amazing. It also makes sense narratively (both in terms of practically and Willow's emotional journey) and I love it.
I saw the "twist" concerning the villain coming from a mile-away, but that didn't make it any less satisfying. Overall, I feel like this story takes expectations and fulfills them, but then repackages those expectations in a way that feels justified, not cheap.
Also, I need to stop for a second to gush over Willow's wardrobe. It is amazing. It also makes sense narratively (both in terms of practically and Willow's emotional journey) and I love it.
calistareads's review
5.0
I thought this was a pretty awesome story. Willow goes to another dimension to bring back magic to her world. She brings the scythe with her. She meets up with her teachers of magic in this world and old enemies as well.
This was trippy and I really enjoyed this. It was fantastic. The art was outstanding and Willow is one of my favorite characters and this was totally awesome. Willow is the witch with the most. The Buffy storyline is missing something without her, but she does bring something back with her that I think will help bring magic back to the whole.
I wish the story had all been this good.
This was trippy and I really enjoyed this. It was fantastic. The art was outstanding and Willow is one of my favorite characters and this was totally awesome. Willow is the witch with the most. The Buffy storyline is missing something without her, but she does bring something back with her that I think will help bring magic back to the whole.
I wish the story had all been this good.
theartolater's review
4.0
The good news about this one shot arc is that it does a pretty decent job establishing some of the Season 9 plot that's moved forward so far with a character that, to a point, feels as if it's ignored a bit.
The bad news is that it's almost too inessential to a point, and feels more than a little drawn out. What was a five issue arc really could have been boiled down to two or three with no huge losses.
Still, on the other hand, more Willow! So it's not a failure, but it's probably more for fans than anything else.
The bad news is that it's almost too inessential to a point, and feels more than a little drawn out. What was a five issue arc really could have been boiled down to two or three with no huge losses.
Still, on the other hand, more Willow! So it's not a failure, but it's probably more for fans than anything else.
reddjena's review
4.0
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: WillowWonderland
Script: Jeff Parker and Christos Gage
Pencils: Brian Ching
Inks: Jason Gorder
Colors: Michelle Madsen
Letters: Richard Starkings & Comicraft's Jimmy Betancourt
Reviewed from NetGalley ARC
Rating: R Creative Must
Just months after Buffy destroys the seed of magic in order to save the world (again), Willow starts to notice changes all around her. Her friends just think she misses the power she had when magic was around; however, power is not the only thing missing. Rainbows only have two colors, no one can hit a note, suicide rates are rising, and creativity is slowly deteriorating. As she leaves to find a solution, Willow explores new dimensions and herself while confronting her past. Giant worms try to eat her; she's drugged and kept pliant; a large blue caterpillar gives her magic memory water; the protagonist overcomes the challenges that hamper her on the way to her goal--finding or creating a pipeline of magic that flows back to Earth.
Any Buffyverse fan will enjoy this side-trip that features Willow the witch and her delicate relationship with magic. The artists rendered highly detailed comic-style graphics, which allows the reader to better visualize the fantastical landscapes, which the characters jump between during their quest. Many of the characters play no bigger part than to reaffirm the protagonist's inner monolog as she tries to find the root of her magic anxieties. Fortunately, Willow didn't come across as whiny, which is a recurring problem when other authors portray self-doubt and misery. To best understand this iteration of Buffy, the reader needs to have a working knowledge of the seven season television program and the Season 8 comic series. Reading Season 9, Faith & Angel, and even Spike's side story will give the reader an even deeper appreciation for Willow's journey to bring magic back to Earth. By the end of this graphic novel, the reader will wonder how many hidden references were included. The many clues about where Season 9 will take the fan base as Joss Whedon's brain child continues to grow in unpredictable ways are fun to search out.
This book would make a great addition to any collection. Libraries will be glad to have another strong female character as well as an adventure fantasy that features soul searching and self-confidence. Physical battles amongst mental challenges make this a great read and a worthy addition to the Buffyverse.
Check out my tumblr-Redd's Reads-reddjena.tumblr.com
Script: Jeff Parker and Christos Gage
Pencils: Brian Ching
Inks: Jason Gorder
Colors: Michelle Madsen
Letters: Richard Starkings & Comicraft's Jimmy Betancourt
Reviewed from NetGalley ARC
Rating: R Creative Must
Just months after Buffy destroys the seed of magic in order to save the world (again), Willow starts to notice changes all around her. Her friends just think she misses the power she had when magic was around; however, power is not the only thing missing. Rainbows only have two colors, no one can hit a note, suicide rates are rising, and creativity is slowly deteriorating. As she leaves to find a solution, Willow explores new dimensions and herself while confronting her past. Giant worms try to eat her; she's drugged and kept pliant; a large blue caterpillar gives her magic memory water; the protagonist overcomes the challenges that hamper her on the way to her goal--finding or creating a pipeline of magic that flows back to Earth.
Any Buffyverse fan will enjoy this side-trip that features Willow the witch and her delicate relationship with magic. The artists rendered highly detailed comic-style graphics, which allows the reader to better visualize the fantastical landscapes, which the characters jump between during their quest. Many of the characters play no bigger part than to reaffirm the protagonist's inner monolog as she tries to find the root of her magic anxieties. Fortunately, Willow didn't come across as whiny, which is a recurring problem when other authors portray self-doubt and misery. To best understand this iteration of Buffy, the reader needs to have a working knowledge of the seven season television program and the Season 8 comic series. Reading Season 9, Faith & Angel, and even Spike's side story will give the reader an even deeper appreciation for Willow's journey to bring magic back to Earth. By the end of this graphic novel, the reader will wonder how many hidden references were included. The many clues about where Season 9 will take the fan base as Joss Whedon's brain child continues to grow in unpredictable ways are fun to search out.
This book would make a great addition to any collection. Libraries will be glad to have another strong female character as well as an adventure fantasy that features soul searching and self-confidence. Physical battles amongst mental challenges make this a great read and a worthy addition to the Buffyverse.
Check out my tumblr-Redd's Reads-reddjena.tumblr.com
sparkleboymatty's review
3.0
**Warning: this text may contain spoilers** I had pretty high expectations for this and was a bit disappointed. I thought the story was ok but not as huge as I was expecting. The covers were amazing, but the art of the story was really off. Willow didn't look anything like Willow, to the point of being distracting. when Willow's memory came back, why was Oz front row center but Tara was way in the back? Overall it was okay. I think if I hadn't been so excited for it I wouldn't have been as disappointed.