By A Thread Issue #3 Review
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Plot overview: A slimy shroud that annihilates everything in its path consumes large portions of the Earth, compelling people to inhabit small slivers of land referred to as needles. The protagonist, Jo, resides on Needle Three, facing perpetual terror from a Darth Vader-like villain named Charon. When a mysterious traveler suggests the existence of something better waiting to be explored, Jo and their friends decide to risk everything in their quest to find a place where they could potentially start anew.
It feels like an eternity has passed between issues 2 & 3 of “By A Thread” by Scott Snyder, Valeria Favoccia, and Whitney Cogar! Seriously, I thought I might have to read the first two issues again to brush up on what had happened, but thankfully that wasn’t necessary and the story came back to me.
The third issue begins with a flashback showcasing protagonist Jo and his friends playing ‘spin the bottle’ when they were younger. Readers get to witness how he acquired the black scar that extends from his hands, neck to face. Soon, the scene shifts to the primary characters discussing their favorite movies from back when things were still normal, when an unexpected guest turns up… What they encounter makes them question the traveler and their decision to trust a stranger.
While I still don’t know where the story is headed, the artwork keeps things vibrant and engaging. Blue and purple are the dominant shades this time around, although the color palette completely changes in the last few pages. Some of the action scenes are expertly illustrated, with pages that dynamically capture the tense energy and fluid movements of the fights.
This issue revolves around movies, stories, and unexpected endings, making the film geek in me very pleased with this chapter. But at just about 25 pages long, this issue feels too short and ends in the blink of an eye. However, the unexpected and wild cliffhanger leaves readers wondering about what will happen next.
Rating: 3.5 on 5. The series is available on Kindle Unlimited.
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