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saidtheraina's review against another edition
3.0
I had high expectations for this, after adoring Johnson's [b: Incognegro|2331616|Incognegro|Mat Johnson|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1309399607s/2331616.jpg|2338190].
This book is more of an action movie. It's about a few different characters as Hurricane Katrina occurred. Much of the plot connects to an attempted looting/robbery of a bank in the middle of the flood.
Grayscale, plus some blue tones for the sky and water.
I'm assuming Dark Rain stands in for Blackwater, so in some ways, it's an expose on that agency.
Pretty intense, but not super memorable. But then again, my expectations were raised.
This book is more of an action movie. It's about a few different characters as Hurricane Katrina occurred. Much of the plot connects to an attempted looting/robbery of a bank in the middle of the flood.
Grayscale, plus some blue tones for the sky and water.
I'm assuming Dark Rain stands in for Blackwater, so in some ways, it's an expose on that agency.
Pretty intense, but not super memorable. But then again, my expectations were raised.
schnoebs13's review against another edition
3.0
Wanted more impacts of Hurricane Katrina and less heist story.
nkives's review against another edition
2.0
Not sure what to really say about the book. The story was alright, but for the most part has nothing to do with New Orleans. It was more of just a back drop at best. I guess if the title was different didn't say "A New Orleans Story" it would have been better
lalanier's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 is more accurate for me. Dark Rain didn't pull me in like some of his other work has, but it was still a good story and showcased Johnson's ability to blend humor with bleak situations. The cover of my copy refers to his humor as "macabre," but that's the appeal for me because he doesn't demean anyone while using it. I would encourage others, especially fans of graphic novels, to give this a read because even in 2017 being able to see/read stories that add more layers to the experiences of the people of New Orleans matters. Just as with any atrocity/catastrophe. I remember how dehumanizing much of the commentary and some of the news coverage was back then and see the same kind of language and judgment thrown around now. Reading outside of our comfort zones helps change that and spreads empathy, of course... I'm not saying anything new to readers, but as I've said in other "reviews" that's one of the things I love most about Johnson, telling stories that many might overlook or be uncomfortable telling and when he does, he does it justice. On that note, I'll end this. Ciao!
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