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geekwayne's review against another edition
4.0
'Hinges: Book 1' by Meredith McClaren is a webcomic turned graphic novel and it was an interesting enough premise for me to want to read more.
Orio is a kind of clockwork doll that is new to the city of Cobble, a kind of massive steampunk city. As part of her orientation, she is supposed to pick a companion, but ends up with the mischievous companion Bauble. Bauble picks Orio, not the other way around. Orio needs to find work to stay in the city, but Bauble is troublesome. As they move about the city, they find themselves in situations and meeting new people. Orio's companion is not liked by most of the people in her new town, but Orion becomes fond of the strange curious creature.
I liked the art. It's kind of a cross between anime and steampunk. The story is kind of weird, but I think I was in the mood for something strange because I ended up liking it more than I thought I would. I'd like to see where the story goes from here as Orio and Bauble explore this unusual city.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Diamond Book Distributors, Image Comics, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this unusual graphic novel.
Orio is a kind of clockwork doll that is new to the city of Cobble, a kind of massive steampunk city. As part of her orientation, she is supposed to pick a companion, but ends up with the mischievous companion Bauble. Bauble picks Orio, not the other way around. Orio needs to find work to stay in the city, but Bauble is troublesome. As they move about the city, they find themselves in situations and meeting new people. Orio's companion is not liked by most of the people in her new town, but Orion becomes fond of the strange curious creature.
I liked the art. It's kind of a cross between anime and steampunk. The story is kind of weird, but I think I was in the mood for something strange because I ended up liking it more than I thought I would. I'd like to see where the story goes from here as Orio and Bauble explore this unusual city.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Diamond Book Distributors, Image Comics, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this unusual graphic novel.
theangrystackrat's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
adelavmb's review against another edition
2.0
While intriguing and beautifully illustrated at the beggining, the first book in the Hinges series quickly becomes confusing in terms of story and graphics. It probably should have stayed a webcomic. Then people wouldn't be having such high expectations. I really wanted to like this, sorry.
belle_fiction's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars
This webcomic turned graphic novel is strange, veeeery strange.
It focuses on a doll named Orio and her Odd, Bauble. Unusually, there is hardly any dialogue so you really have to focus on the illustrations in order to glean what is actually happening in the story. I have to admit that, at times, I was utterly confused. The scenes don't all link together and seem to miss out bits in-between which didn't help.
We don't really find out what an Odd is, or what it's purpose is in the story. I found Bauble to be simultaneously cute whilst being a little wayward bugger!
Clockwork City depicts Orio and Bauble arriving in a city named Cobble. With the help of Alluet, they go in search of a job for Orio, although this proves extremely difficult when the roguish imp, Bauble, scuppers all of her plans.
The ending left me pretty confused but I shall persevere with the second volume since the artwork was absolutely beautiful.
Overall, a strange little tale which poses lots of questions. I just hope the second volume answers them!
This webcomic turned graphic novel is strange, veeeery strange.
It focuses on a doll named Orio and her Odd, Bauble. Unusually, there is hardly any dialogue so you really have to focus on the illustrations in order to glean what is actually happening in the story. I have to admit that, at times, I was utterly confused. The scenes don't all link together and seem to miss out bits in-between which didn't help.
We don't really find out what an Odd is, or what it's purpose is in the story. I found Bauble to be simultaneously cute whilst being a little wayward bugger!
Clockwork City depicts Orio and Bauble arriving in a city named Cobble. With the help of Alluet, they go in search of a job for Orio, although this proves extremely difficult when the roguish imp, Bauble, scuppers all of her plans.
The ending left me pretty confused but I shall persevere with the second volume since the artwork was absolutely beautiful.
Overall, a strange little tale which poses lots of questions. I just hope the second volume answers them!
izumisano's review against another edition
2.0
Much of this book has little actual dialogue as the main character and her Odd don't speak. This made it hard for me to follow what was going on in the story. All the wide-eyed looks and convoluted action sequences left me scratching my head. Still don't know what the deal is with the Odd. What is up his butt?
ali_brarian's review against another edition
2.0
Loved the colors used, not so much the artwork. I found it confusing and with little dialogue it took away from the story instead of adding something to it.
haylisreading's review against another edition
2.0
I kind of understood the gist of it but for the most part I was very confused with what was all going on. When reading this graphic novel/comic book, you have to really focus on the illustrations because of the lack of dialogue. For me it was difficult to really get into the story or really understand what exactly was happening at times. This book may be for you but it certainly wasn't for me.
mikethepysch's review against another edition
4.0
I really. Really love the art.
But my God is it hard to follow at times.
But I'm super intrigued and will continue.
But my God is it hard to follow at times.
But I'm super intrigued and will continue.
emeraldreverie's review against another edition
5.0
Stunning art, fascinating blend of world-building and allusion, plenty of mystery and action. I am hooked.