Ruby Falls #1

By the debut's end, readers will know this murder mystery is unlike any they've recently read, and its cliffhanger will keep you tuned in for the next issue. Read Full Review

A normal autumn day triggers memories of murder " but, vivid as they are, are those memories even real? Read Full Review

This book is another offering from the Berger Books imprint of Dark Horse Comics. For those expecting yet another horror book may not appreciate the diversity of Vertigo books under Berger Books editor Karen Berger's stewardship. Maybe it's that influence that has helped Nocenti deliver a resurgent book. What ever the reason, this book is off to an interesting start. Read Full Review

Nocenti's examination of murder, memory, and themes of gender equality in small town rural America is off to a solidly effective start thanks in large part to its flawless spin on noir and to its visually sumptuous artwork by Bondi and Loughridge. Read Full Review

Ruby Falls #1 is a solid first chapter in potentially great little murder-mystery miniseries. While the art does have its occasional flaws, it overall does a good job in keeping readers fully engaged from the first issue through the final page. Nocentis script does a great job setting up the story, and the potential of playing with an unreliable character is enticing. If the creators can continue to build on what has been established here,Ruby Fallscan be special. Given the subject matter of this series, it'd be a real shame if it slipped into mediocrity. Read Full Review

This first issue sets the scene wonderfully, creating a mood and tone that prevails throughout. The story and art have promise but lack the punch required to draw a reader in. Read Full Review

Valiant Son

Oct 12, 2019

In her afterword to this first issue, Ann Nocenti refers to comics as being visual poems, and this comic certainly has that feel to it. This is an intelligent and contemplative comic, whose characters and story promise depths as yet unseen. This is a great opening chapter, and I look forward to reading future installments.