A QUIET PLACE: STORM WARNING #2 (IDW DARK)
The mayor refused to listen to her brother and now Pearl is under attack by the alien menace. Terri and Mia are struggling for survival using the aliens lack of being able to swim to survive. Can they outlast the threat, or will they succumb like far too many in the town?
A Quiet Place: Storm Warning #2 - Written By Phil Hester – Pencils & Inks By Ryan Kelly – Colors By Lee Loughridge - Letters By Nathan Widick – Edited By Heather Antos - Published By IDW Publishing
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***POSSIBLE SPOILER WARNING***
STORY OVERVIEW:
Terri and Mia try to escape from the Aliens in a rowboat when one tries to attack them. They manage to get away, but the boat is damaged and sinking. They will have to swim for it eventually, however they are only safe in the water, so they will have to come up with a new game plan when they hit the shore. We flashback to Lonnie trying to destroy the levee to flood the town and keep the Aliens out. Clem comes to try and stop him well also telling him his sister the mayor has a militia that will kill him as they believe they can fight the Aliens. Lonnie, knowing that they can’t swim knows this is the only way. Unfortunately for him and the town, the Aliens have arrived.
WRITING:
This second issue starts to up the stakes and brings some of that suspenseful horror the A Quiet Place franchise is known for. Phil Hester captures the essence of the franchise well building on its mythology. The way to townsfolk split and turn their back on Lonnie even though he is right, brings another element of horror and shows that people can be as equally bad as the monsters they are fighting. Hester shows this dynamic and keeps the reader guessing on what will happen next with some well-placed jump scares. However, the best part of this story is the survival of Terri & Mia in the present. The resourcefulness Terri shows in the face of the horror she is facing proves she is a hero. Hester’s constant barrage of challenges and obstacles builds a real sense of suspense and keeps the reader on the edge of their seat.
ARTWORK:
The illustrations in this book are exceptional, effectively capturing the essence of the original franchise. Ryan Kelly demonstrates considerable skill in vividly portraying a destroyed small-town America, while also conveying the drama that is playing out. The backgrounds and depictions of destruction are rendered in such a manner that readers are immediately immersed in the setting. Additionally, the alien designs are instantly recognizable to fans yet incorporate unique elements that distinguish them and reflect thoughtful creativity.
CHECK OUT MY REVIEW OF A QUIET PLACE: STORM WARNING #1
Final Thoughts:
A Quiet Place: Storm Warning #2 hits the ground running and never lets the reader up for air. The fast-paced action and suspense really keep the reader hooked throughout the issue. The artwork captures exactly what is going on in the story and brings everything to life for the reader. This issue shows that the creative team wants to keep the reader off balance and hit them with everything well also building suspense for the survival of the characters we are coming to care about. If you are a horror fan this is a great pick up at the LCS this week.
FINAL GRADE: 9.3/10
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