Monarch #3

Touching scenes deepen our appreciation for Marli. Travon's love for Mankind puts his future at risk. Epic battle scenes reveal the scope of this global conflict. Sadly, the only subplot that advances this series is a psychological drama involving less-known characters. With its echoes of War Of The Worldsand all the radio, TV, movie, and comic adaptations of the classic novel by H. G. WellsMonarch #3 satisfies. Better advances in the story and greater consistency in the art will help this series reclaim the awesomeness of previous issues. Read Full Review

It still feels like the story won't kick into high gear until Travon is reunited with his classmates, but the book does a good job of explaining why the rest of Travon's kind suddenly want him dead. Read Full Review

Monarch remains a unique comic experience that keeps taking unexpected turns. I'm still interested in seeing where it's going next as it's been a creative spin on the kid's sci-fi tale. Read Full Review

Monarch #3 is bold and innovative. As with many alien invasion stories, their behaviors share disturbing echoes with our own. Yet despite this, one small alien has made a connection with humans and knows there is a side to them that makes their conquest more complicated. Read Full Review

'Monarch' centers characters from an often overlooked part of America that's no less vital or important than any other. It's a refreshing sci-fi thriller that echoes Spielberg with a darker edge. Read Full Review

DDJamesB

Apr 16, 2023

I'm starting to get more invested in the characters, but there was very little plot progression in this issue.