(Courtesy of Image Comics)
An engaging and entertaining read, Rocket Girl Vol. 2: Only The Good (Image Comics) phenomenally mixes time-travel and police procedural. Writer Brandon Montclare and artist Amy Reeder (Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur) have crafted a humorous sci-fi police story that vibes a genuine love for the ‘80s.
As we previously mentioned, DaYoung Johansson, aka Rocket Girl, relaunches her investigation into crimes against time. DaYoung is the teen-cop-from-the-future but her adventures continue in the ‘80s. A major clue lands right in front of her just as she attempts to takedown of the evil corporation known as Quintum Mechanics.
Here are 5 reasons why you should pick up Rocket Girl Volume 2: Only The Good:
5) DaYoung’s Breakout Star!
Last day to get a Rocket Girl Coloring Book! Kickstarter ends tonight! We hit the goal, so it’s gonna happen…https://t.co/1XPgJZTZdA
— Brandon Montclare (@bmontclare) August 11, 2017
As the main character, DaYoung Johansson wonderfully captures teen angst and rebellion with such enthusiasm. Writer Brandon Montclare is having a lot of fun with DaYoung ’s action sequences. Rocket Girl actually jumps on top of the moving cars and taxis before taking off in her costume.
4) The Amazing Artwork!
Artist Amy Reeder illustrates Rocket Girl’s death-defying stunts in eye-catching flying sequences. You forget how young Rocket Girl actually is as she finds herself caught in deadly shoot-outs. In Reeder’s artwork, DaYoung Johansson is strong, fierce, and upbeat.
3) Time-Travel!
Signing alert: @ComicBookShopDE will host @bmontclare & @amyreeder for a ROCKET GIRL signing on 12/9! Details: https://t.co/ZNINdTwzWS
— Image Comics (@ImageComics) November 3, 2017
There is so much detail behind recreating 1986’s New York. The Big Apple is portrayed with such electric visuals. The visuals are even slicker and glossy when the narrative jumps into Rocket Girl’s future.
2) The Passion!
The ‘80s are put together through the research and photos of New York history. I just love the dedication and passion that these creators have with Rocket Girl.
1) A Satisfying Read!
Comic store Final Order Cutoff for Rocket Girl volume 2 is this MONDAY!! The book comes out 12/6. TELL YOUR STORE and TELL YOUR FRIENDS! pic.twitter.com/RyokUUczt1
— Amy Reeder (@amyreeder) October 20, 2017
An energetic blend of action and sci-fi, Rocket Girl Vol. 2: Only The Good keeps readers engaged with its sly humor and eye-catching visuals. If you have the first volume, you might as well add the second volume to your comic book collection!
Rating:
Four out of four emojis
Rocket Girl Volume 2: Only The Good arrives in stores on December 6, 2017.
– By Jorge Solis