Alienated #5

The story being told here is incredible. One of the best coming of age stories ever, an incredible exploration of that moment of becoming an adult, of facing the trauma’s that have defined you and moving past them. It’s also a wonderful exploration of the dangers of teenage emotions, and a clever look at a what if scenario of teens having more power. The art and colours have been as incredible and exciting as the story itself, and there is no doubt that this is one of the best comics in recent years. Read Full Review

Alienated #5 (Spurrier, Wildgoose, & May) provides a great set up for next month's finale with great storytelling, fantastic art, and a shocking ending. The title continues to provide an example of what can happen when a group of talented creators melds their skills together flawlessly. Read Full Review

Final Verdict: 9.4. "Alienated" #5 is nothing short of exceptional. Brimming with life, terror, and swagger, nothing about this comic is forgettable. Read Full Review

Spurrier and Wildgoose have crafted with despair, anger, and fully realized people a fantasy that works superbly on so many levels. Alienated floats in an air of supernatural disquiet and tension, at a point of reflection, mirrored in everything and everyone. Read Full Review

The penultimate issue of Alienated offers abundant visual spectacle accompanied by character arcs filled with tragedy, setting the stage for a riveting finale to one of 2020's best miniseries. Read Full Review

Deadlybeavis

Sep 07, 2020

Just like Coda... This series is pure fucking gold. Brilliant.

Avanvolk

Nov 07, 2024

I would've rated this issue a half point or two lower, but holy smokes that ending...

Gizmo

Oct 25, 2020

Hitting the peak of destructive, angsty behavior which hits true to human instinct, especially for a teenager.