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    Saga Vol. 1
    Saga Vol. 1
    Saga Vol. 1
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    Saga Vol. 1

    By Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples

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    From New York Times bestselling writer BRIAN K.VAUGHAN (Y: THE LAST MAN, EX MACHINA) and critically acclaimed artist FIONA STAPLES (MYSTERY SOCIETY, NORTH 40), SAGA is the sweeping tale of one young family fighting to find their place in the worlds. When two soldiers from opposite sides of a never-ending galactic war fall in love, they risk everything to bring a fragile new life into a dangerous old universe. Fantasy and science fiction are wed like never before in a sexy, subversive drama for adults. This specially priced volume collects the first arc of the smash hit series The Onion A.V. Club calls "the emotional epic Hollywood wishes it could make. Collects SAGA #1-6
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherImage Comics, Inc.
    Release dateOct 10, 2012
    ISBN9781607067238
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    • 5/5
      I've been eyeing Saga for years, but only now have I gotten around to reading it (hurrah for a new job at a public library with ALL OF THE COMICS).

      Saga exceeds expectations in every way - a beautifully drawn, ridiculously witty, genre-blending action/adventure that will appeal to Whedonites and other fans of quirky, exciting serial SF. I hope that writer Vaughan continues to deliver on the awesome - he has a TV scriptwriter's genius when it comes to suspense, but it's easy for such writers to nail the individual arcs and flub the overall plot. I remain hopeful!
    • 4/5
      Marko is an escaped prisoner, who fell in love with his guard, Alana. They are from two different planets that have been at war with each other for so long that no one remembers why, but now they’re in love, and have a baby, and are on the run through strange and distant worlds.

      Theoretically I really enjoy this, and I do find myself still thinking about it a few days later. The story is simple and the world is complicated. The characters are so odd…I understand who the people with horns are and the people with wings, but I don’t understand why the prince of the winged people has a tv for a head, or how everyone else fits in. It’s intriguing enough for me to keep going, but the Brian K. Vaughan of it all keeps me from really loving it. The edgelord-y ‘00s vibe is just not for me - I don’t think any book needs to start with the words “Am I shitting?”, the nudity and sexual exploitation are gratuitous, and there’s an R-slur that I thought we stopped using in the ‘90s. I might keep going, but I’ll get future volumes from the library.
    • 4/5
      Quick & chatty - I loved Izabel, thought The Will was interesting all things considered, wanted to know more about The Stalk and the planet of Cleave in general.

      Art was, as always with Staples beautifully done with just the right detailed emphasis when needed. Vaughn has historically been uneven for me after the first volume, but so far I'm engaged and eager for more!

      Read for The Reading Quest, Bard Path - "A Book That Has Been Banned or Challenged" (SAGA was a top banned book 2014 according to the ALA website).
    • 5/5
      So, before reading this book I didn't think I'd like it much, if at all. But I loved it. It was funny, action packed, and just crazy (in a good way). I loved the characters and can not wait to read more about them! I even liked the art work. This comic amazed me. It's a must own/read!
    • 4/5
      A little too graphic on the sex and language, but overall a very good beginning. Character development is good. Plot line is chugging along without too many story lines, and enough drive to keep your interest. Pencils and color work is way above average. Four stars may get increased if the series continues to develop.
    • 4/5
      Very interesting story and characters. Story tempo is fantastic and dialog is great, I have to admit I was sceptical when I saw this one in store but decided to give it ago. And believe me it is great.

      This one shows you can work with esoteric, outworldly and alien without becoming perverse and/or sadistical (just look at new episodes of Metabaron as an example of shock through utmost perverse).

      Highly recommended for anyone looking for mix of SF and fantasy but keep in mind that material is for adults.
    • 5/5
      Fresh. Clever. Wise. Plus a snappy narrativ = a joy to read.

      I NEED more!
    • 5/5
      Do yourself a favor and read it. Just read it.
    • 4/5
      Borrowed this from a friend and loved it. I've read the first 7 -Y: The Last Man- books and Vaughan definitely has a talent for writing entertaining dialogue and keeping a story moving. This one was more fun than "Y" much more of a visual spectacle. It seemed like he really just let his imagination run wild. I thought some of the names were kind of silly (especially the robot ones) but I can definitely understand why this series is a hit. I look forward to reading the next installment.
    • 4/5
      A pair of star-crossed lovers give birth to their child as they flee from the many many groups that are hunting them. They are from opposite sides of a racial war and are seeking to escape the endless battle. However, each side is being pursued by the armies that they deserted as well as several other interested parties. In this volume, their goal is to escape the planet of Cleave alive. A strange map, given to them by a dying man leads them into unknown danger.
    • 5/5
      Made me care for all characters, even the "villains". Amazing world building. Exquisite art. I'm glad I had volume 2 next to me when I finished it.
    • 4/5
      I found this to be a slow start, and I wasn't convinced I'd like it. People with wings or horns are usually a big turn-off and stories about parenting don't grab me either. I'm glad I gave it a chance, though, because I might be hooked. Clever writing, beautiful art.
    • 5/5
      Would rate it lower because I don't like the profanity, but the story and the characters are so great. A really inventive universe. Hope to see more stories in this same "universe".
    • 2/5
      Meh. May be for others who get nuts for all this, but this one here didn’t get me at all.
    • 5/5
      Saga marks the triumphant return of writer Vaughn to creator-owned work after years of toiling in television scripting and helming several superhero titles. Much like his previous endeavors including the lauded series Y: The Last Man On Earth and Ex-Machina, Vaughn smartly relies on interpersonal interactions as the crux to his larger-than-life tale. Two opposing soldiers of a never-ending galactic war fall in love, have a child, and even as agents from both sides attempt to destroy the new family, valiantly challenge the status quo. Vaughn, abetted by the lush Staples art, delivers a new twist on the classic Romeo and Juliet trope with exotic aliens, unbridled sexuality, complex political structures, family squabbles, and even a Guess Who's Coming to Dinner moment. Staples, who handles all the aspects of the art including inking and coloring, has created a gorgeous alien vista. The vibrant colors, deftly handled, and the delicate brush strokes breathe life into this complex vision. Saga, Volume One promises a unique and powerful science fiction experience.
    • 4/5
      I’ve only recently started reading any comics/graphic novels. I’ve seen a lot of love for Saga on Litsy and while the art isn’t really my style, it’s rendered with skill. The story is interesting and I’m completely sucked in. I can’t wait to start the next volume.
    • 4/5
      The story of two soldiers from opposite sides of a never-ending galactic war who fall in love, told from the point of view of their newborn daughter. I've heard this described as "Romeo and Juliet" in space and it's not far off - although I am surprised at how much I liked it seeing as the "in space" part isn't something I usually am too fond of. It took me a few pages to get into the story, but once I cared about the characters, I cared a lot - the family (and the "bonus-child") are so endearing that I feel I need to find out what happens to them. And this one ends on a quirky cliff-hanger, so I'll be picking up the next volume as soon as I possibly can. I recently finished the author's [Y: The Last Man] and found that series to have more to say, but this one to be a lot more fun (I like fun!).
    • 5/5
      Amazing!!!! It's going to be a long wait, waiting for the next volume coming out in July.
    • 4/5
      Really fun and interesting mix of science fiction and fantasy... and it also has a lot of smutty content, so this definitely isn't for the prudish. The narrative moves really fast, the characters are very fleshed out, and in particular the relationship between the two leads feels very real. Some of the designs of the other characters (particularly the TV-headed) robots, feels odd for aliens which are technically from a Science Fiction world, yet design wise they scientifically shouldn't work. This isn't a big problem (I was able to roll with FLCL), but it made the tone a little weird. Not bad weird, just weird.
    • 5/5
      I absolutely love this series so far. This probably has something to do with me recently becoming a dad, but regardless I love the art style, the setting, the writing, the humor. I plan on sharing this with all my friends who enjoy space fantasy and/or have children.
    • 4/5
      Very unusual. Also original and entertaining.
    • 5/5
      How did I not pick this up sooner? Fantastic. Hits all the right points. Can't wait to read the rest.
    • 5/5
      I bought and read the first two issues when they first came out and somehow never got back to this series. I did buy the trade though and am so happy I finally read it!
    • 3/5
      I keep hearing how great this is, so I had to give it a shot. To be perfectly honest, I had no idea what I was diving into.

      Not sure I understand much more after having read the first volume, but it's filled with enough fun stuff and foreshadowing that I'll definitely continue to read.

      For me, at least for now, it's best described as Romeo & Juliet meets Star Wars with a dash of Lord of the Rings tossed in for seasoning.

      It's the first volume, so it's still establishing its theme, so I think the three star rating is appropriate, but hot damn, Fiona Staples' art? A full five.
    • 4/5
      Saga is a new monthly comic book, with this collection containing the first six issues (or "chapters" as they are labelled). The Saga continues, so to speak, so one cannot make a final judgment. But the beginning is promising, creating a science fiction world where two soldiers from opposing sides in an epic war fall in love, have a child, and then are on the run from the various nefarious forces from both sides trying to capture and kill them. The war is between a winged people resident on a plant and a horned people resident on its moon and is carried out by proxy throughout the galaxy. A various cast of royal robots, bounty hunters, ghosts, and the like creatively populate it. It is well drawn, each chapter ends on a cliffhanger, and the creative ideas keep coming. And it is very fast reading. I look forward to seeing where it is going in future volumes.
    • 3/5
      Controversial comic. Very interesting comic and beautiful illustrations.
    • 4/5
      Marco and Alana are from separate worlds, their people locked in an ancient war, yet they have fallen in love and have a newborn named Hazel. They are trying to escape to safety, but independent contractors The Will and Stalk are out to get them. And to complicate matters, Marco and Alana have picked up teenage Izabel along the way; she's willing to help them leave the planet for a price. Fast-paced, sexy and funny with gorgeous artwork. Can't wait for Vol. 2!
    • 4/5
      Very graphic! I made the mistake of reading a few pages at work and had to close it really quick because of some of the content. Whoops...

      Besides that, this is a very interesting story. I'm getting a Romeo and Juliet meets Star Wars vibe. I will continue to read on in the series.
    • 4/5
      Excellent story -- like the art, like the arc, like the characters. An imaginative universe, but what is up with the Robots? Man, they are weird.
    • 5/5
      This graphic novel is very graphic, and it works. The graphic content is less about titillation and more about honesty. It makes the story resonate and keeps the reader just a little on edge.

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