Saga #44

Saga #44 is yet another strong addition to Vaughn's series as he flushes out the characterization of Alana. Staples introduction of steampunk elements with a spaghetti western backdrop is a nice touch. Will the group make it out of the desert unscathed or will they meet their doom? I can't wait to see the epic cliffhanger of if Marko and Alana's son is alive after all! Read Full Review

Saga gives us another stellar installation while also introducing another crazy branching narrative with one of our beloveds that is surprising but also makes a lot of sense. The no holds barred approach to not just their crazy journey, but parenting in general makes this book, still, one of the most unique reads on the shelf. Read Full Review

Saga's leads keep trudging along in this reflective follow-up. Brian K. Vaughan doesn't allow recent events to bog down his narrative, though he does ensure that the various ramifications linger. Fiona Staples' strong color work and equally expressive character expression seals the deal, her final twist sending the series into further uncharted territory. Read Full Review

All that heavy material is balanced with what is one of the most ridiculous worlds we have seen in the Saga universe so far. I am all for Westerns in space especially when the Cowboys are also half-horse. In true Saga style, it ends on another major shock that will certainly bring this entire plot thread full circle. Not that Saga fans really need another reason to pick up the next issue. Read Full Review

Gizmo

May 15, 2022

Glad to see bits and pieces of Petri's history.

Spock's Brain

Jul 20, 2017

I thought this was a somewhat ho-hum addition to "Saga"--which, by its own standards, still means pretty good--but the last few pages and ending were very effective and intriguing, rescuing what was one of the lesser instalments of a stellar series.