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Chew, Vol. 3: Just Desserts by John Layman

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thisisthelion's review

3.0

I liked this but it still feels that there are to many open threads that are being left behind and Layman keeps opening more. I'm guessing he has a bigger picture in mind but I'm afraid I'm gonna forget so many character and information by the time he gets to the pay off.
The best part is still Tony's partner.

clcheatle's review

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adventurous challenging dark funny mysterious tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

ashleysnerdyworld's review

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4.0

didn't really like this one. like this one better then the second one though.

guppyur's review

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3.0

Much like the others. Happily, the others are fun.

cultneophyte7's review

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Love the whole Pulp Fiction thing going on. xD

hakimbriki's review

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4.0

Most issues collected in "Just Desserts" are on par with the best issues of the series I've read so far, in terms of writing. Chew's creative team (John Layman and the amazing Rob Guillory) have a lot of tricks up their sleeves, and it feels like they're only scratching the surface.
Plot-wise, after the madness of International Flavor, we get to learn more about Tony Chu, his family and some of his past acquaintances. The intriguing dynamics between Chu and his family members are the definite highlight of the book. As for the rest, tensions are building-up slowly but surely between our protagonist and his enemy, Savoy. Oh, and Director Applebee is still being a jerk.
Just Desserts is an ambitious transition volume, a set-up for the next exciting installments.