No Tomorrow #2 - Review

No Tomorrow #2 - Review

Writer:
Raven Gregory

Artist:
Luca Claretti

I will spend most of this review sharing my thoughts regarding No Tomorrow #2. In truth, picking issue #2 up off the shelf was hard because I was not that impressed with issue #1. With all the great titles available to comic book readers the first issue of any series has to get you hooked straight away. So lets just say I took a chance with this second issue, and my thoughts have changed regarding this title. I will keep reading No Tomorrow because the Goddess of Death seems like such an interesting addition to the Grimm Fairy Tales Universe.

But before I share my thoughts, this week I have also read two other great titles. The first was Sex Criminals #1, which is a great book by Matt Fraction. It is totally out there (no, its not about sex criminals in the way you might think)...pick up the title and you'll see what I mean. I look forward to reviewing a future issue. The second title that I am keen to continue to read is Hit List #1 (Zenescope). Hit List #1 is face paced, action packed and totally engaging. Apart from being a great title, I totally love Jamie Tyndall's cover (pictured). This is another title I will review soon.

Mike Krome and Ula Mos...love Mos' work!

Jamie Tyndall Cover (Totally Awesome!)

Now, No Tomorrow #2...

After setting off a devastating earthquake in Denver, the Goddess of Death turns her attention to the city of Chicago and proceeds to cause an office building to collapse. But her activities are witnessed by everyday family man, Patrick Gale, the lone survivor of the devastating catastrophe.


I really liked the perspective that Gregory provides at the start of the issue. The Goddess of Death takes us through the devastation of The Black Death, the Spanish Flu, the time when the world was set upon by the Smallpox virus. After the earthquake in Chicago, Death takes us to New York City where she has plans for more destruction. But to Death's surprise Patrick can see her present in the natural world. This unsettles the Goddess of Death. Patrick and his family appears to become her target once this is realised. The Goddess has set destructive plans in place in New York City (I won't ruin the end of the issue for you). I am looking forward to what happens in issue #3.

So what did I like about this issue?

I enjoyed the idea that such a powerful Goddess can be seen by a mere mortal. This would be terrifying and confusing at the same time. Patrick sees her destruction and it's all a mystery as to how and why this is all possible. I like the hint the reader is given about the legend of Keres (no spoilers here!). It is this entire story concept that engages the reader throughout this issue. It is what I enjoyed the most about the issue and it is all due to Gregory's skill as a storyteller. I just love the way the Goddess is drawn by Luca Claertti. Claretti shows the reader a visually dark and seductive woman who can appear both gentle and malevolent at times throughout the issue. A great representation of the Goddess of Death.

So what do I give this issue?

Grade: A-

Part of me still reserves judgement about this series. I really like what I am seeing so far, I hope the momentum around the storyline continues to build and the artwork continues to be dark and emotive.