Strangers In Paradise Pocket Book 3 (Strangers in Paradise (Graphic Novels))

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Loved it so much!

So far i've read the first two and enjoyed them very much.This one has a lot of surprises, a lot of emotional scenes andit is really great. Highly recommended.

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The third Pocket Book of Strangers In Paradise continues the roller-coaster saga of Katina "Katchoo" Choovanski, Francine Peters, and David Qin, their complicated relationships with not only one another but also their intertwining circle of friends and foes. Although Darcy Parker is dead and buried, the Mafia still won't let go of "Katchoo". Meanwhile, her relationship with Francine comes to a head when she is no longer able to tolerate Francine's indecisiveness. Years later, a despondent Francine finds herself trapped in a loveless marriage. Hardships and regrets abound in this volume that will take an irreparable toll on Katina's and Francine's life-long friendship.It's so easy to get caught up in these stories and the remarkably vivid characters that author Terry Moore brings to life through his consistently magnificent artwork; each panel is as emotionally charged as it is beautiful. The true splendor of Moore's expert storytelling lies in his ability to seamlessly blend run-of-the-mill livelihood with high-concept corporate intrigue. But what's especially unique to this series is the smooth, almost flawless transitions from conventional comics format to eloquent prose to songs and poetry, all without missing a beat. If that's not enough, readers will find themselves heavily engrossed in the these characters' lives. I was most fascinated by those brief glimpses at "Katchoo" and Francine in their middle years, having been separated for ten years. There's a lot of story left to cover with many unanswered questions that will likely be addressed in subsequent volumes. What happened to David during that period?Readers who enjoyed the first two volumes would do well to pick up this book—though be warned, there's more emotional turmoil in this book than the first two combined. While more loose ends are tied up, plenty more awaits. I look forward to devouring Books 4, 5, and 6 in short succession.

Third volume in the series of paperback books which collect issues of the comic 'Strangers in Paradise.' The story of Francine and Katchoo. Two best friends who could be even more. Plus David, the man in their lives.This is not really a jumping on point, as the series has built up quite a bit of backstory by now. New readers should start with volume one.Regular readers, read on.This volume runs for three hundred and sixty six pages of black and white art. It does contain some strong language. Adult moments. Violence. And some emotionally harrowing scenes.After the events of book two, life should have settled down for the trio. But things never seem to run smoothly for them. Katchoo's burgeoning art career causes problems. Then there's Francine's ex-boyfriend Freddie. Now married but definitely not over her. And then shadows of David and Katchoo's past rear their heads again.All this, plus the occasional jump forward ten years to a long overdue reunion between friends who haven't spoken in a long time. But what drove them to that?Putting this all into big volumes makes for a superb reading experience. Because this is a comic about three believable people. Having very believable relationships. With all that attends. The good times. The bad times. The happy moments. The fights. And the things you really wish you hadn't said. The way this does all that feels so very believable. As do the characters, as you really want to know how things will turn out for them.It uses the format to it's fullest, with the occasional text page, song lyrics, poetry, and other very clever narrative devices. It also manages to change tone superbly, going from very funny comedy to emotional drama quite easily.A superb read in a superb series.

SIP is a fabulous soap comic, with likeable main characters you want to spend time with