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Coyotes #5-8
Coyotes, Vol. 2
The critically lauded series returns for its second arc. In this allegory, Red is a young woman tasked with ridding her home of men who have donned animal pelts that turn them into woman-hunting wolves. After her first war with these wolves she returns to bring more women to safety and slaughter more wayward men. But when she meets a group of women who challenge her ideas and core self she has to question the person she herself has become. A fascinating look at misogyny, war and forgiveness.
Collects COYOTES #5-8
Collects COYOTES #5-8
120 pages, Paperback
First published January 29, 2019
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September 5, 2019
Overall a better arc than volume 1, but again feels rushed in the last issue. I'm also not sure the metaphors fully make sense, and I got the feeling they got stretched beyond recognition in the final issue.
And although I'm all for the pro-feminism message of the series, at times it was spelled out so plainly and crudely, it felt like the writer underestimating his readers.
All that said, I did think the art over the whole series has been excellent.
(Read as four single issues.)
And although I'm all for the pro-feminism message of the series, at times it was spelled out so plainly and crudely, it felt like the writer underestimating his readers.
All that said, I did think the art over the whole series has been excellent.
(Read as four single issues.)
May 19, 2023
I liked this better than the first volume. It had more of a straight storyline to it. The art wort and colours are great. Dont think I will continue the series.
December 6, 2018
One of the most gorgeous, most badass comics I've ever read.
July 25, 2021
Highly enjoyable and a great conclusion, life is not a fairytale and sometimes you just have to fight for yourself, I’m glad it ended the way it did.
January 5, 2019
Absolutely love this series! A really great blend of traditional fairy tale elements and modern social issues, and the art is just gorgeous. I do wish they had maybe spread everything out to cover another volume because I feel like there were some things that could have been expanded on, but overall just a really great series.
June 15, 2020
Not quite as strong as the first volume, since most of the plot and emotion was explored there while this volume was mostly action scenes. The art was impressive as always.
November 8, 2020
This is a review of the entire series.
Women and girls are being snatched away by the dozen in the City of Lost Girls, a border town in the desert of Mexico. Shapeshifting wolves are the predators, the girls are their prey. A girl named Red swears vengeance on the wolves after they assault her hometown, slaughtering her family and dragging her big sister off to meet a gruesome end. Officer Frank Coffey begins to suspect his fellow workers of having something to do with the incident, and he teams up with Red and many other outcasted girls who have been victims of the wolves to put up a fight against the creatures. To the surprise of Frank and Red, the officers and rulers of the local towns are all werewolves.
Just like Abiding Perdition by Nick Schley, this is a loose retelling of Red Riding Hood in the form of a gritty revenge fantasy that unfortunately falls flat in almost every way. The art and character designs were actually very well done this time around and the action scenes were decent, but I didn't like anything else about it. The characters were unlikeable, none of them had any depth, development or plausible motivations and we barely get to learn a single thing about any of them. The monsters and villains were equally underdeveloped and had no plausible reasons for doing what they did or how/why they ever got their powers in the first place.
The sloppy pacing doesn't give you the time to care about anyone or anything that's going on. The death scenes feel almost comical because they're built up to be dramatic but the characters are impossible to like so their deaths feel entirely weightless. The lore and mythology had potential to be interesting, but it was only briefly touched upon and felt very anticlimactic in the end. The dialogue was also rather cringy and didn't suit the setting or the tone of the story at all.
The story wanted to tackle a lot of serious issues such as the dark side of immigration, rape culture, sexual predators, border patrol, police brutality and outdated gender stereotypes that continue to harm society, but everything is so rushed, undeveloped and poorly packed together that it just ends up feeling like a jumbled mess of unfinished ideas with no real thought or depth to them.
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Women and girls are being snatched away by the dozen in the City of Lost Girls, a border town in the desert of Mexico. Shapeshifting wolves are the predators, the girls are their prey. A girl named Red swears vengeance on the wolves after they assault her hometown, slaughtering her family and dragging her big sister off to meet a gruesome end. Officer Frank Coffey begins to suspect his fellow workers of having something to do with the incident, and he teams up with Red and many other outcasted girls who have been victims of the wolves to put up a fight against the creatures. To the surprise of Frank and Red, the officers and rulers of the local towns are all werewolves.
Just like Abiding Perdition by Nick Schley, this is a loose retelling of Red Riding Hood in the form of a gritty revenge fantasy that unfortunately falls flat in almost every way. The art and character designs were actually very well done this time around and the action scenes were decent, but I didn't like anything else about it. The characters were unlikeable, none of them had any depth, development or plausible motivations and we barely get to learn a single thing about any of them. The monsters and villains were equally underdeveloped and had no plausible reasons for doing what they did or how/why they ever got their powers in the first place.
The sloppy pacing doesn't give you the time to care about anyone or anything that's going on. The death scenes feel almost comical because they're built up to be dramatic but the characters are impossible to like so their deaths feel entirely weightless. The lore and mythology had potential to be interesting, but it was only briefly touched upon and felt very anticlimactic in the end. The dialogue was also rather cringy and didn't suit the setting or the tone of the story at all.
The story wanted to tackle a lot of serious issues such as the dark side of immigration, rape culture, sexual predators, border patrol, police brutality and outdated gender stereotypes that continue to harm society, but everything is so rushed, undeveloped and poorly packed together that it just ends up feeling like a jumbled mess of unfinished ideas with no real thought or depth to them.
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June 13, 2019
I reread Volume 1 and Volume 2 consecutively to really maximize my experience with such an odd book. I mentioned in my review for Volume 1 that I didnt really know what to make of the story since I read them as individual issues. Ultimately, it turned out to be such a feminine positive book where girls fought and took on the worst monsters of men. In both a literal and metaphorical sense. I feel this is really good writing.
Since issue one, I honestly felt like Caitlin Yarsky's art work is so beautiful. The whole team paint a gorgeous picture. Our protagonist is a little girl named 11 and the team manages to make her look beautiful, strong, and a true warrior all in one. The entire book itself can get a 5-star rating just on art work alone.
As for this volume, we get to see other grandmother groups that each have been tasked with guarding an ancient Coyote monster separated to the ends of the Earth by Gaia. Without trying to give any more spoilers, I will say there are a lot of sad moments in Volume 2. I appreciate that we also get an origin story that tells us the history of both the grandmothers and the Coyotes. I also really appreciate that Coffey gets to stay in this story beyond Volume 1 and has some funny moments of his own. If readers can recall, the Duchess from Volume 1 was heavily scarred following her fight against Adlin. She reappears in Volume 2 and remains the fearless leader. Her story by itself is also sad and by the end of the story, I cant help but feel sorry.
I love the fact I stuck with this book, in part, due to the story and, in larger part, due to the artwork. Lewis and Yarsky created a really good, original story involving werewolves that I would have loved to see go beyond the 8-issue run that it did. The stories end does seem to be perfect and very effective with the run they were given.
Since issue one, I honestly felt like Caitlin Yarsky's art work is so beautiful. The whole team paint a gorgeous picture. Our protagonist is a little girl named 11 and the team manages to make her look beautiful, strong, and a true warrior all in one. The entire book itself can get a 5-star rating just on art work alone.
As for this volume, we get to see other grandmother groups that each have been tasked with guarding an ancient Coyote monster separated to the ends of the Earth by Gaia. Without trying to give any more spoilers, I will say there are a lot of sad moments in Volume 2. I appreciate that we also get an origin story that tells us the history of both the grandmothers and the Coyotes. I also really appreciate that Coffey gets to stay in this story beyond Volume 1 and has some funny moments of his own. If readers can recall, the Duchess from Volume 1 was heavily scarred following her fight against Adlin. She reappears in Volume 2 and remains the fearless leader. Her story by itself is also sad and by the end of the story, I cant help but feel sorry.
I love the fact I stuck with this book, in part, due to the story and, in larger part, due to the artwork. Lewis and Yarsky created a really good, original story involving werewolves that I would have loved to see go beyond the 8-issue run that it did. The stories end does seem to be perfect and very effective with the run they were given.
May 27, 2019
Yikes.
I really, really, really wanted to enjoy this more than what I did. I wanted to feel more of Red's backstory, her relationship with her sister Maria, The Duchess' relationship with Maria, more history of the battle grannies... but it just fell flat. Entirely. What's even worse is that during this epic battle that required sacrifices on BOTH sides, It feels like everything was rushed into 8 volumes, and we didn't get to really figure out the details of a lot of things. Why is it that men were able to transform into werewolves just by wearing a pelt? Where did Why didn't the dolls have a bigger impact after Red learned the truth about them? The story is seemingly over with, so we may never know.
I really, really, really wanted to enjoy this more than what I did. I wanted to feel more of Red's backstory, her relationship with her sister Maria, The Duchess' relationship with Maria, more history of the battle grannies... but it just fell flat. Entirely. What's even worse is that during this epic battle that required sacrifices on BOTH sides, It feels like everything was rushed into 8 volumes, and we didn't get to really figure out the details of a lot of things. Why is it that men were able to transform into werewolves just by wearing a pelt? Where did Why didn't the dolls have a bigger impact after Red learned the truth about them? The story is seemingly over with, so we may never know.
May 5, 2021
Coyotes is a slam-dunk of a premise - a war in the desert between between werewolves and the women who are both their hunters and prey, with some Gaian mythology as well - that is largely undone by its own uneven execution. The artwork is often extraordinary, especially in its use of color, but then we get panel after panel of our katana-wielding heroine whose sword is something the artist never really figured our how to draw. Likewise, the writing can veer from dark and fascinating to lazy and self-indulgent - did this really need to take place in a town called City of Lost Girls? All in all, Coyotes had a lot going for it, but the rough spots become impossible not to notice, and the end result feels like what would have been a terrific Vertigo story run through an early Image filter to produce something that is neither weight and dark enough, nor flashy and high-octane enough. It just feels like it can't quite find its rhythm.
June 24, 2024
Salut belles et beaux Phoenix !
Le mythe de la création réinventé en mode « Viking ». Gaïa, ses filles et les mauvais loups, voir les bons... Les « grand-mères » créées pour les tenir à distance…
Différents éléments selon les points cardinaux attribuées aux gardiennes.
Un tribunal de femmes qui jugent les hommes. Trop ou pas assez sévèrement ? On les laisse vivre « ici » ils sont comme en prison…
« Steff » le grand loup est jugé trop clément, d’autres veulent le remplacer.
J’aime bien la police un peu « Impact » avec laquelle se parlent les loups entre eux.
Steff était le plus grand, le plus admiré, mais il a déçu.
Un style graphique visuel formidable.
Gaïa renait et cela n’est pas sans « sacrifices » …
Les événements de fin de tome sont… captivants ! (Sous les voiles du spoiler).
Je n’avais pas compris au premier abord l’immense « féminisme » du sous texte…
Et c’est la fin ! Il n’y avait pas de Tome 3 !
Phoenix
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Le mythe de la création réinventé en mode « Viking ». Gaïa, ses filles et les mauvais loups, voir les bons... Les « grand-mères » créées pour les tenir à distance…
Différents éléments selon les points cardinaux attribuées aux gardiennes.
Un tribunal de femmes qui jugent les hommes. Trop ou pas assez sévèrement ? On les laisse vivre « ici » ils sont comme en prison…
« Steff » le grand loup est jugé trop clément, d’autres veulent le remplacer.
J’aime bien la police un peu « Impact » avec laquelle se parlent les loups entre eux.
Steff était le plus grand, le plus admiré, mais il a déçu.
Un style graphique visuel formidable.
Gaïa renait et cela n’est pas sans « sacrifices » …
Les événements de fin de tome sont… captivants ! (Sous les voiles du spoiler).
Je n’avais pas compris au premier abord l’immense « féminisme » du sous texte…
Et c’est la fin ! Il n’y avait pas de Tome 3 !
Phoenix
++
January 31, 2021
If you read my review on volume 1 , you will get a much better idea about the good things in this comic series.
Sadly, the second volume is not as good. It is rushed, it tries to fit in too many things and it defies its own internal logic and mythology. Furthermore, it falls (further) into the all too familiar trap of feminist comics where "all men are bad (except for the one who is thoroughly emasculated)".
Still, it is not a bad comic and it puts forth some thoughts on community, the meaning and the cost of justice.
I believe an editor would have worked wonders on it, but even so, a decently fun read.
Sadly, the second volume is not as good. It is rushed, it tries to fit in too many things and it defies its own internal logic and mythology. Furthermore, it falls (further) into the all too familiar trap of feminist comics where "all men are bad (except for the one who is thoroughly emasculated)".
Still, it is not a bad comic and it puts forth some thoughts on community, the meaning and the cost of justice.
I believe an editor would have worked wonders on it, but even so, a decently fun read.
May 25, 2019
Excellent exciting conclusion to this comic series
Having found Volume 1 confusing in places, this Volume brings the tale to a worthy conclusion. It’s action-packed as the Victorias face off against the Wolves. The characters are developed further and there are obvious comparisons with events in our world. The fantasy element works well and the artwork is clear, distinctive, colourful and nicely done. Enjoyable stuff.
November 8, 2020
This is not a kid friendly graphic novel with adult dialogue and rated R graphics. Surely for supernatural fans, it is highly recommended and very fitting to read during or around the Halloween season to get you in the mood. Including Volume 1, the graphics are astounding and very detailed illustrations. This series is pro-feminism within the storyline and is a great material that promotes POC heroes/heroines.
March 16, 2019
This two volume series was honestly one of the greater comics I have read. I loved the art style, although slightly different than anything I've seen it worked extremely well for the story. I don't know if this was a take on little red riding hood but I truly enjoyed every minute and seeing the story evolve and unfold across the two arcs.
February 3, 2019
A graphic novel about the fight between good and evil.
The basic story was reasonable (but the idea of violence being down to wearing a fur seemed odd) and the images were OK.
Overall rating 2.5.
The basic story was reasonable (but the idea of violence being down to wearing a fur seemed odd) and the images were OK.
Overall rating 2.5.
February 17, 2019
The art is absolutely stunning from the vivid colors to the superb lettering to the imaginative use of panels. The story is both compelling and horrific. Volume 1 was very, very good and Volume 2 is even better. This series is highly, highly recommended.
December 7, 2018
Just finished issue #8. Fantastic! I highly recommend it. The flushed out characters and diversity really help Caitlin's amazing art stand out.
March 25, 2019
DPL hoopla
May 8, 2019
A gorgeous cover delivers on a gorgeous mystical story
June 5, 2019
One of my favorites, esp if you're looking for some femme badass-ery. The story is so relevant and layered. The art is magnificent. It's violent, yes, but soft too. Uuugh I want more.
August 28, 2019
The story felt like it wrapped up a little too quickly at the end. Nevertheless, Red and the other women in Coyotes are strong female characters whose stories and perspectives are worth reading.
November 26, 2019
The art was good. Everything else? Meh.
January 26, 2021
What a story! The women gather their own, but it isn't easy. Fantastic characters and art.
May 28, 2022
An entirely forgettable series.
June 8, 2023
Rating : 2 ⭐
August 27, 2023
A strong continuation of the first volume, and though this arc is a bit rushed, at least it got to finish.
November 23, 2023
Jo, incluso peor que el primer volumen. Ningún personaje tiene profundidad, la historia está contada to' rápido y sin ganas, la pelea final es UNA MIERDA.
Decepcionante.
Decepcionante.
June 5, 2024
Absolutely cinematic in its story structure and imagery. Revenge fantasy for gendered, racist violence has never looked so beautiful.
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