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cherrypopgirlielibrary's review against another edition
4.0
I haven't read the first 4 volumes, so I was a bit confused. But I really wanted to read this one and it did not disappoint.
sabregirl's review against another edition
4.0
I don't like how one minute Harley is denouncing The Joker and having growth. Then in the same book she asks a genie to be back together with Joker and change his character. Seriously? That just negates everything that she has just done. I know the story doesn't go with the main one but seriously? Besides that great collection, it toned down on the stupid silliness which I was starting to get really tired of. Will continue this series, I just with there were more DC characters in it rather than them just appearing as cameos.
viandemoisie's review against another edition
3.0
When Zena died on the rhino horn near the beginning of the run, I was like "wait but isn't Sy dating a blond russian cyborg in the 2016- series? I for sure thought it would be her, but she got impaled by a rhinoceros. I bet she'll be back..."
nerdynatreads's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Weird, inappropriate, and out there — but damn if the final scene with Joker wasn’t the most satisfying thing. This entire series is just so ridiculous and bonkers, with many issues feeling like throwaways for jokes, but when they stick to the story, I usually really enjoy it. I don’t think what we’ve seen of Harley’s relationship with Mason really warranted all the action she went up against, but I can’t fault it because of the final beatdown Harley gave Joker, showing him that she’s officially moved on and won’t be returning to him. That alone made this a four-star.
iainkelly_writing's review against another edition
4.0
A breezy collection that races along with customary mix of humour, violence and gross outs. Only.letdown was the anticipated meeting with Joker, felt a bit underwhelming. But entertaining stuff.
sergeantnicholasangel's review against another edition
4.0
It has been a while since I've read this series and I'd forgotten how fun it is.
The plot is always fast-paced and I love Harley as a character. She is witty, never takes herself or any life-threatening situation too seriously, and I love that she isn't entirely good or entirely bad either. Harley's colourful collection of friends are all really funny and I laughed a lot while reading this volume in particular.
The plot isn't especially unique or deep but I am never bored while reading this run of Harley Quinn and the artwork is always colourful and bright. I had a lot of fun reading Volume 5 and it was nice to see the Joker and Harley interact (fight) again.
This volume is one of my favourites in this series so far as the characters and the almost constant shooting hooked me right from the start. I am excited to read the final volume soon.
The plot is always fast-paced and I love Harley as a character. She is witty, never takes herself or any life-threatening situation too seriously, and I love that she isn't entirely good or entirely bad either. Harley's colourful collection of friends are all really funny and I laughed a lot while reading this volume in particular.
The plot isn't especially unique or deep but I am never bored while reading this run of Harley Quinn and the artwork is always colourful and bright. I had a lot of fun reading Volume 5 and it was nice to see the Joker and Harley interact (fight) again.
This volume is one of my favourites in this series so far as the characters and the almost constant shooting hooked me right from the start. I am excited to read the final volume soon.
lberestecki's review against another edition
3.0
I shouldn't like this comic as much as I do, but I do like it. It definitely is the best version of Harley. My main issue with this volume was that the art felt a little more male-gaze-y than in some of the earlier volumes? I loved Poison Ivy and Harley's relationship though, and the issue where Harley told off Joker was great. Not the best volume in this run, but it was still a fun read.
Received from Edelweiss in exchange for review.
Received from Edelweiss in exchange for review.
a_h_haga's review against another edition
5.0
You go Harley!
Compared to the last album, this was action packed and a lot of fun!
Just the right kind of intrigue and romance.
I also really loved the scene with Harley and the Joker. Don't get me wrong, it was disgusting and disturbing on so many levels, but it was so well written and such a growth for Harley.
Have to admit I thought this might be the last album n the series though, but I see I am wrong!
Compared to the last album, this was action packed and a lot of fun!
Just the right kind of intrigue and romance.
I also really loved the scene with Harley and the Joker. Don't get me wrong, it was disgusting and disturbing on so many levels, but it was so well written and such a growth for Harley.
Have to admit I thought this might be the last album n the series though, but I see I am wrong!
quirkycatsfatstacks's review against another edition
4.0
This was probably one of my favorite Harley Quinn issues from New 52. The title raised certain expectations in my mind, and it didn’t disappoint (thankfully!). I loved the artwork, as per usual. The humor is spot-on and very much what I’ve come to expect from Harley and her crew.
There are two reasons I loved this volume so much: how Harley handled the Mason issue, and the Joker interaction (and namesake of the volume). I’ve been a huge fan of the change in Joker and Harley’s relationship, so I’m likely a bit biased here. I’ve just been desperate for an update and more confrontation on that side.
I’ll discuss my two favorite events in the order they came up. First is the Mason issue. Somebody was out to have Harley’s new sort-of-boyfriend killed, and obviously Harley wasn’t going to stand for that. She made a couple of (decent) attempts at helping Mason out, but in the end learned that she had to let him go and solve things on his own (with a little help from one of the good guys). It showed a lot of growth on Harley’s part.
Now the Mason plot was pretty directly the cause of Harley seeing the Joker again (Mason having been transferred to Arkham despite him totally not being a high enough threat for that). When sabotaging her relationship with Mason didn’t work (by trying to poison the guy’s opinion of her), he moved on to taunting Harley. Not the best move on his part, as it caused Harley to decide that they needed to have it out once and for all. Her intention was to talk, but the Joker is insanely (no pun indented…ok a little bit intended) good at pushing people’s buttons to get what he wants. Ultimately though Harley won, but in the moral sense - she’s now held to the same level as Batman (where the Joker would prefer that she killed him than leave him). So achievement unlocked?
The remaining members of the Harley Gang are starting to get fleshed out a bit more. I originally thought I wouldn’t like Harvey (he appeared very stereotyped at first) but with a few background details and more interaction with him…he’s growing on me. I’m fond of Coach too. Here’s hoping if the Gang sticks around they’ll spend more time with the rest of them as well.
As per usual I loved the Ivy appearances (if you’re read my past reviews you’ll know I’m holding out for an Ivy solo comic). Her relationship status with Harley was a little less subtle this volume, but I’m ok with that. Other characters have started to figure it out as well, so there are some more direct comments on it. Her concern about Harley possibly seeing the Joker again was sweet – and also totally valid.
There’s another one shot comic in the end of this volume. It isn’t one of my favorites, though I’ll admit it is funny. Basically Harley finds a genie and abuses her wishes in ways that only Harley could. Need I say more?
I can’t wait to see what volume 6 (Black, White and Red All Over) brings us! From there I’ll be binging my way through Harley Quinn Rebirth. Should be fun (and a little bit crazy!).
For more reviews, check out Quirky Cat's Fat Stacks
There are two reasons I loved this volume so much: how Harley handled the Mason issue, and the Joker interaction (and namesake of the volume). I’ve been a huge fan of the change in Joker and Harley’s relationship, so I’m likely a bit biased here. I’ve just been desperate for an update and more confrontation on that side.
I’ll discuss my two favorite events in the order they came up. First is the Mason issue. Somebody was out to have Harley’s new sort-of-boyfriend killed, and obviously Harley wasn’t going to stand for that. She made a couple of (decent) attempts at helping Mason out, but in the end learned that she had to let him go and solve things on his own (with a little help from one of the good guys). It showed a lot of growth on Harley’s part.
Now the Mason plot was pretty directly the cause of Harley seeing the Joker again (Mason having been transferred to Arkham despite him totally not being a high enough threat for that). When sabotaging her relationship with Mason didn’t work (by trying to poison the guy’s opinion of her), he moved on to taunting Harley. Not the best move on his part, as it caused Harley to decide that they needed to have it out once and for all. Her intention was to talk, but the Joker is insanely (no pun indented…ok a little bit intended) good at pushing people’s buttons to get what he wants. Ultimately though Harley won, but in the moral sense - she’s now held to the same level as Batman (where the Joker would prefer that she killed him than leave him). So achievement unlocked?
The remaining members of the Harley Gang are starting to get fleshed out a bit more. I originally thought I wouldn’t like Harvey (he appeared very stereotyped at first) but with a few background details and more interaction with him…he’s growing on me. I’m fond of Coach too. Here’s hoping if the Gang sticks around they’ll spend more time with the rest of them as well.
As per usual I loved the Ivy appearances (if you’re read my past reviews you’ll know I’m holding out for an Ivy solo comic). Her relationship status with Harley was a little less subtle this volume, but I’m ok with that. Other characters have started to figure it out as well, so there are some more direct comments on it. Her concern about Harley possibly seeing the Joker again was sweet – and also totally valid.
There’s another one shot comic in the end of this volume. It isn’t one of my favorites, though I’ll admit it is funny. Basically Harley finds a genie and abuses her wishes in ways that only Harley could. Need I say more?
I can’t wait to see what volume 6 (Black, White and Red All Over) brings us! From there I’ll be binging my way through Harley Quinn Rebirth. Should be fun (and a little bit crazy!).
For more reviews, check out Quirky Cat's Fat Stacks
sunshinereading's review against another edition
5.0
The best thing about this comic was Harley beating the actual shit of the Joker. Hands down one of my favorite scenes.