by Danielle Paige
DC Ink, 2019. 208 pgs. Young Adult Comics
Long before she was queen of Atlantis, Mera had to choose between
following her heart or her mission to kill. In order to save her people, Mera
feels that she must kill Arthur Curry (Aquaman) to end the Atlantean line of
royalty. She ventures to the surface, where she encounters Arthur, but she
quickly realizes that he is different than she expected. Could Arthur and Mera
be the means of united their people or will they start of civil war that could
destroy them all?
I am a huge superhero fan, and I absolutely loved this book. Mera has
long been a strong, independent woman, but this story made her relatable and
interesting. She experiences a range of teenage emotions and is able to think
beyond the moment to evaluate her decisions. The illustrations are in different
hues of blue, with Mera’s hair the focal point in red. The story and illustrations work together to create a complete story around Mera and Arthur. I would suggest this
book to anyone who loves superheroes, strong female role models, or teenage
romance.
TT
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