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Love Love Love #1
Love love love - Tome 1 - Yeah yeah yeah
Si les robots peuvent tomber amoureux, c'est qu'ils ont une âme. Il n'est pourtant pas question dans ce monde futuriste de leur reconnaître une humanité. Exploités, ils sont maintenus par les humains sous le joug de l'obsolescence programmée qui les destine à la destruction, en empêchant toutes les mises à jour. Dans ce climat délétère, la guerre paraît inéluctable. Mais l'amour ne prévient pas et entre Elle, l'humaine, et Karel, le Cherish Bot, c'est le coup de foudre. Comment réussiront-ils à s'aimer ?
56 pages, Paperback
First published May 25, 2021
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About the author
Kid Toussaint
100 books85 followersKid (Thierry) Toussaint est né il n'y a pas très longtemps, pas très loin (loin de quoi?). Il est Sagittaire ascendant Vierge, ce qui impressionne beaucoup dans les soirées mondaines. Rédacteur, traducteur, astrophysicien, catcheur et scénariste, il s'est promis d'écrire sa biographie quand il sera mort. En attendant, il écrit des bandes dessinées. Parmi celles-ci, on trouve "Magic 7" et "Télémaque" (Dupuis), "Killing Time" (Ankama), "À l'ombre du convoi" et "Holly Ann" (Casterman), "40 éléphants" (Grand Angle/Bamboo) ou encore "Brûlez Moscou" (Le Lombard).
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July 2, 2021
OUT OF FIVE
RATING: 4 stars
PLOT: 4
ART: 4.5
CHARACTERS: 4
ROMANCE: 3.5
Many thanks to Netgally and Europe comics for the ARC!
This was so adorable my goodness!!
Literal heart stopper right here. It follows Karel(a robot) and Elle(a human) who meet each other by chance and start to fall for each other as they get to know each other.
Its kind of like a forbidden romance because, Karel, is viewed as low class and crap because of his status as a robot.
Elle is a mess! A school drop out and recently fired from her workplace. She's in need of a job and a hug!
This book tackles bigotry and hatred because of other people's identities. Its kind of like, racism but with robots.
I loved the art. It was so good, the illustrator definitely did a great job on it!
I loved the story and reading it was a great deal of fun. The romance and the ending felt a bit rushed so I had to give it 4 stars but I really enjoyed reading it.
RATING: 4 stars
PLOT: 4
ART: 4.5
CHARACTERS: 4
ROMANCE: 3.5
Many thanks to Netgally and Europe comics for the ARC!
This was so adorable my goodness!!
Literal heart stopper right here. It follows Karel(a robot) and Elle(a human) who meet each other by chance and start to fall for each other as they get to know each other.
Its kind of like a forbidden romance because, Karel, is viewed as low class and crap because of his status as a robot.
Elle is a mess! A school drop out and recently fired from her workplace. She's in need of a job and a hug!
This book tackles bigotry and hatred because of other people's identities. Its kind of like, racism but with robots.
I loved the art. It was so good, the illustrator definitely did a great job on it!
I loved the story and reading it was a great deal of fun. The romance and the ending felt a bit rushed so I had to give it 4 stars but I really enjoyed reading it.
June 10, 2021
A unique and quirky story about a robot falling in love with a human, during a time of great social unrest. Little bit of Wall-E, little bit of Her, little bit V for Vendetta.
This was a beautifully drawn graphic novel, the art work was really arresting, though occasionally a bit busy.
The story is unique, and layered with the whole humans vs. robots subplot informing the romance at the surface.
It was an easy and very interesting read that I would recommend to any lover of sci-fi and graphic novels.
This was a beautifully drawn graphic novel, the art work was really arresting, though occasionally a bit busy.
The story is unique, and layered with the whole humans vs. robots subplot informing the romance at the surface.
It was an easy and very interesting read that I would recommend to any lover of sci-fi and graphic novels.
June 12, 2021
Review originally posted here: https://sammythecritic.blogspot.com/2...
Rating: 4.5/5
Synopsis: Set in a futuristic Paris, this sci-fi romance focuses on Elle, a young woman whose life seems to be stuck in murky waters, and Karel, a sentient bot (or as they’re called in the future mechas) whose energy
source runs on the love of others while dealing with the casual discrimination against his kind.
My Thoughts: Story (5/5) – I tend to be a huge sucker for stories about humanoid robots and their relationship/conflict with their human counterparts and society, particularly those that paint them as sympathetic individuals trying to survive in a world that still perceives as inferiors (i.e. CARL, Sky Doll, Circuits and Veins, etc.). Therefore, I inevitably picked up this title in a heartbeat upon gendering the description.
Characters and Themes (4.5/5) – There’s room for further development, but the first volume did flesh the lead two enough for me to empathize with their plight and see more of them. While the “humans vs. artificial intelligence” allegorical conflict is one as old as technology itself, I didn’t mind it here as the diverse supporting cast of Elle’s and Karel’s friends and acquaintances made the narrative all the more interesting.
Art (5/5) – The backgrounds featured colorfully chaotic gradients and lighting, particularly the urban scenery to evoke that sense of futuristic otherworldliness despite the more down-to-earth architecture. I also loved the soft, thin lines used for the character designs which added to the cuteness factor of the protagonists’ interactions.
Dialogue (5/5) – There was a delicate balance between witty banter and emotional earnestness presented.
Final Thoughts: Love Love Love 1 is a lovely love sci-fi tale from the depths of Europe I recommend checking out if plots about humanoid androids are your fancy.
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with my first advance ebook copy in exchange for an honest review.
Rating: 4.5/5
Synopsis: Set in a futuristic Paris, this sci-fi romance focuses on Elle, a young woman whose life seems to be stuck in murky waters, and Karel, a sentient bot (or as they’re called in the future mechas) whose energy
source runs on the love of others while dealing with the casual discrimination against his kind.
My Thoughts: Story (5/5) – I tend to be a huge sucker for stories about humanoid robots and their relationship/conflict with their human counterparts and society, particularly those that paint them as sympathetic individuals trying to survive in a world that still perceives as inferiors (i.e. CARL, Sky Doll, Circuits and Veins, etc.). Therefore, I inevitably picked up this title in a heartbeat upon gendering the description.
Characters and Themes (4.5/5) – There’s room for further development, but the first volume did flesh the lead two enough for me to empathize with their plight and see more of them. While the “humans vs. artificial intelligence” allegorical conflict is one as old as technology itself, I didn’t mind it here as the diverse supporting cast of Elle’s and Karel’s friends and acquaintances made the narrative all the more interesting.
Art (5/5) – The backgrounds featured colorfully chaotic gradients and lighting, particularly the urban scenery to evoke that sense of futuristic otherworldliness despite the more down-to-earth architecture. I also loved the soft, thin lines used for the character designs which added to the cuteness factor of the protagonists’ interactions.
Dialogue (5/5) – There was a delicate balance between witty banter and emotional earnestness presented.
Final Thoughts: Love Love Love 1 is a lovely love sci-fi tale from the depths of Europe I recommend checking out if plots about humanoid androids are your fancy.
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with my first advance ebook copy in exchange for an honest review.
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June 9, 2021[Gifted]
Oh, this was lovely! It's one for fans of Detroit: Become Human. This is a near-future world where robots are a sentient underclass, who face discrimination. It's romantic, slightly angsty - and really sweet. I'm definitely going to check out Vol 2!
Oh, this was lovely! It's one for fans of Detroit: Become Human. This is a near-future world where robots are a sentient underclass, who face discrimination. It's romantic, slightly angsty - and really sweet. I'm definitely going to check out Vol 2!
June 25, 2021
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for a review from NetGalley.
Love Love Love is a romance between a human woman, Elle, and an android man, Karel, taking place in a world where sentient robots are considered objects and are losing more and more of their rights every day. They can only hold certain jobs and need job permits, they cannot have cell phones, they cannot take taxis (only public transportation), they have to jump through hoops to get any replacement parts, etc. Despite the bigotry and oppression robots face, Elle and Karel are trying to make their relationship work as a robots' rights revolution looms over them.
I enjoyed the art and world-building introduced in this volume, but the main characters' resistance to taking a stance, regardless of whether that would be in support of or in opposition of the robot rights movement - despite it being a central topic/theme/plot point - felt very weak. Despite the fact Elle's human friend (and ex? I wasn't sure) is organizing robot rights protests and both Elle and Karel even attend one, neither seem to have any interest in the movement - and in fact, the whole movement and Elle's friend, Poly, are mocked for being too radical despite the fact there is literally a plot point where Karel is in need of spare parts after a bigoted attack on him and Elle, and...can't get approved for any because he doesn't have a legal owner.
It just seems strange and kind of nonsensical that despite how directly life-affecting this oppression is, neither ever seem to want any particular change and even seem to find the robots rights activists to be annoying and too extreme (and even becomes an antagonistic force) Elle and Karel make vague references that they want things to be better, yes, but it's a vague and hazy want that they don't act on because they're too busy being in love, I guess. I get there are people like that in real life even who hate taking sides and prefer to stay neutral (especially when other parts of life are in the way) but as a fictional story...it's boring and frustrating. Why is Karel so angry at being forced to take on more roommates in his undersized apartment but totally okay with losing the use of one of his arms and being unable to replace it? Why are both of them so accepting of the way life is even as they face the direct impacts of a bigoted and oppressive system.
I feel that this story had potential but overall I was disappointed and the main characters' lack of involvement or even care towards such a major plot point really detracted from what was going on. I feel like there are plenty of other speculative fiction titles out there that do similar things but in a more nuanced, interesting way.
Love Love Love is a romance between a human woman, Elle, and an android man, Karel, taking place in a world where sentient robots are considered objects and are losing more and more of their rights every day. They can only hold certain jobs and need job permits, they cannot have cell phones, they cannot take taxis (only public transportation), they have to jump through hoops to get any replacement parts, etc. Despite the bigotry and oppression robots face, Elle and Karel are trying to make their relationship work as a robots' rights revolution looms over them.
I enjoyed the art and world-building introduced in this volume, but the main characters' resistance to taking a stance, regardless of whether that would be in support of or in opposition of the robot rights movement - despite it being a central topic/theme/plot point - felt very weak. Despite the fact Elle's human friend (and ex? I wasn't sure) is organizing robot rights protests and both Elle and Karel even attend one, neither seem to have any interest in the movement - and in fact, the whole movement and Elle's friend, Poly, are mocked for being too radical despite the fact there is literally a plot point where Karel is in need of spare parts after a bigoted attack on him and Elle, and...can't get approved for any because he doesn't have a legal owner.
It just seems strange and kind of nonsensical that despite how directly life-affecting this oppression is, neither ever seem to want any particular change and even seem to find the robots rights activists to be annoying and too extreme (and even becomes an antagonistic force) Elle and Karel make vague references that they want things to be better, yes, but it's a vague and hazy want that they don't act on because they're too busy being in love, I guess. I get there are people like that in real life even who hate taking sides and prefer to stay neutral (especially when other parts of life are in the way) but as a fictional story...it's boring and frustrating. Why is Karel so angry at being forced to take on more roommates in his undersized apartment but totally okay with losing the use of one of his arms and being unable to replace it? Why are both of them so accepting of the way life is even as they face the direct impacts of a bigoted and oppressive system.
I feel that this story had potential but overall I was disappointed and the main characters' lack of involvement or even care towards such a major plot point really detracted from what was going on. I feel like there are plenty of other speculative fiction titles out there that do similar things but in a more nuanced, interesting way.
June 29, 2021
Thank you netgalley for providing me with an arc in exchange for an honest review.
I am new to reading graphic novels, and this one didn’t disappoint. I think if you are new, like me, you'll like it a lot.
While its not something we have never seen before, robot falling in love, robots being treated in a very dehumanizing way, I think this is done quite nicely.
Its an easy, fast, interesting read and I'm so glad i got an arc!
The artwork was also so beautiful, in my opinion.
I am new to reading graphic novels, and this one didn’t disappoint. I think if you are new, like me, you'll like it a lot.
While its not something we have never seen before, robot falling in love, robots being treated in a very dehumanizing way, I think this is done quite nicely.
Its an easy, fast, interesting read and I'm so glad i got an arc!
The artwork was also so beautiful, in my opinion.
July 7, 2021
A chick falling in love with a robot is a simple plot that was executed well in this graphic novel. The blurry artwork and equally blurry text made me take away two stars. That made the story much more difficult to read.
I received a copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I received a copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
July 9, 2021
Thank you, Netgalley and the author for the Arc.
Story takes place in the future where robots are far more developed and intelligent and have been feeling emotions but are deprived of their rights by the humans who think of them as threats.
Elle meets Karel a Mecha ( a fancy word for robots) and falls in love. This is a story of how human and a Mecha can survive and stay together in a world where they are clearly not accepted.
This is a neat story, the artwork was pretty cute and story line might continue in further volumes.
Would recommended it to people who love graphic novels and want something different than the usual love stories.
Story takes place in the future where robots are far more developed and intelligent and have been feeling emotions but are deprived of their rights by the humans who think of them as threats.
Elle meets Karel a Mecha ( a fancy word for robots) and falls in love. This is a story of how human and a Mecha can survive and stay together in a world where they are clearly not accepted.
This is a neat story, the artwork was pretty cute and story line might continue in further volumes.
Would recommended it to people who love graphic novels and want something different than the usual love stories.
January 12, 2025
Bah, je m'attendais à plus original, plus intéressant. Sur une thématique similaire, je préfère la série Coeurs de ferraille.
February 11, 2023
"Les mots n'ont de valeur que celle qu'on leur donne."
June 25, 2021
This is my 2nd graphic novel by Kid Toussaint. A couple of months ago, I read Elles - tome 1 - La nouvelle and enjoyed it, so when given the chance to check out his other book I said "why not?". In this book, we see a young woman who falls in love with an android. AND, not everyone likes it. The concept was interesting bu this book didn't fully hold my interest the whole way through. I found it a bit dry in parts and really wanted more of the cleverness that I saw in Elle.
Thank you to the publisher for the review copy!
Thank you to the publisher for the review copy!
June 16, 2021
This graphic novel left me completely speechless after I finished it. I was worried going into it, that it was a little on the shorter side, and had a lot it wanted to accomplish, but I had no reason to worry! The storyline, and sub plots are not rushed over, or completely ignored. I've never read anything like this before and I can't wait to read more, and discover more of the politics and rules involving the various robots and AI's.
I appreciated having Elle as a main character, she was feisty, and sarcastic and had such a big heart. It's hard not to fall in love with her, and root her on no matter what it is that she is doing.
Overall I thought this was a lot of fun, and unlike anything I've ever read before. Normally I'm not one for romance in books, but I was totally involved with Elle and her love interest.
I recommend this to anyone who is interested in reading sci-fi or is looking for something that is a little shorter but still packs a big punch.
I appreciated having Elle as a main character, she was feisty, and sarcastic and had such a big heart. It's hard not to fall in love with her, and root her on no matter what it is that she is doing.
Overall I thought this was a lot of fun, and unlike anything I've ever read before. Normally I'm not one for romance in books, but I was totally involved with Elle and her love interest.
I recommend this to anyone who is interested in reading sci-fi or is looking for something that is a little shorter but still packs a big punch.
August 6, 2021
I received an arc of this book on Net-galley in exchange for an honest review.
This book was unique, fun, exciting, and adventurous. The art style was beautiful and it never looked lax. But because of some issues I had with the book length, and character development I gave this book 3 stars.
In this world mechas are the lower class of society. All of their freedoms and rights are taken away and are continuing to be taken away. Because of this it is hard for mechas and humans to form relationships since there are so many boundaries between them and humans are the oppressors of the mechas. I definitely liked this take of a sci-fi esc future where instead of the normal thought that machines would control society and take over humans the opposite was happening. It is not a take widely seen in books and I really enjoyed reading this and seeing a newish perspective on this widely feared idea.
I wish this book had been longer. There was not enough time for character development or large plot changes. Things progressed quickly and a lot of times what the author was trying to do didn't get across because it was so short.
However, the story was still very enticing. I read it in one sitting and it only took 20 mins. It was fast paced and very fun. It was definitely doing its job in playing with my emotions because I felt fear, sadness, and happiness while reading this. The main character was not as fleshed out as I wish she would be but, I loved how she stood up for what she thought was right, and I enjoyed the casual lgbtq+ representation. The love interest and second main character brought more interest into the story and I liked his character more. I liked the mystery he brought and his story makes me very excited to read the next book whenever it comes out!
Plot: 3/5
Setting: 5/5
Characters: 4/5
Writing: 2/5
This book was unique, fun, exciting, and adventurous. The art style was beautiful and it never looked lax. But because of some issues I had with the book length, and character development I gave this book 3 stars.
In this world mechas are the lower class of society. All of their freedoms and rights are taken away and are continuing to be taken away. Because of this it is hard for mechas and humans to form relationships since there are so many boundaries between them and humans are the oppressors of the mechas. I definitely liked this take of a sci-fi esc future where instead of the normal thought that machines would control society and take over humans the opposite was happening. It is not a take widely seen in books and I really enjoyed reading this and seeing a newish perspective on this widely feared idea.
I wish this book had been longer. There was not enough time for character development or large plot changes. Things progressed quickly and a lot of times what the author was trying to do didn't get across because it was so short.
However, the story was still very enticing. I read it in one sitting and it only took 20 mins. It was fast paced and very fun. It was definitely doing its job in playing with my emotions because I felt fear, sadness, and happiness while reading this. The main character was not as fleshed out as I wish she would be but, I loved how she stood up for what she thought was right, and I enjoyed the casual lgbtq+ representation. The love interest and second main character brought more interest into the story and I liked his character more. I liked the mystery he brought and his story makes me very excited to read the next book whenever it comes out!
Plot: 3/5
Setting: 5/5
Characters: 4/5
Writing: 2/5
June 13, 2021
First I wanna thank the author for giving me an advanced copy of this book via Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.
This is a graphic novel set in a near future where there are robots everywhere but they don’t have their rights and respect they deserve, and this book centers on the romance of a robot Karel and a human Elle and everything they go through.
I didn't hated this, but I think this was so fast for a romance, and so short, like I wanted more, and I think you would have added something like not so much time between the story, that way it would have seen more complete
This is a graphic novel set in a near future where there are robots everywhere but they don’t have their rights and respect they deserve, and this book centers on the romance of a robot Karel and a human Elle and everything they go through.
I didn't hated this, but I think this was so fast for a romance, and so short, like I wanted more, and I think you would have added something like not so much time between the story, that way it would have seen more complete
May 8, 2021
un thème plutôt vu et revu et je n'ai pas trop aimé les dessins
June 16, 2021
very unique book, reminded me of WallE, i loved the art and the concept of the book but i feel like certain things were very rushed.
June 24, 2021
- 3.5
okay firstly? this book was so adorable, it was a unique and fun story about a robot falling in love with a human.
i LOVED the art style and the vivid colors! the banter and conversations between the characters were well-developed and flowed smoothly.
my only complaint would be that this was a bit too short for a romance book and there was barely any character development. i also wanted more background information and history about the "mechas", since i was confused for almost the first half of the book, seeing as i don’t read sci-fi very often.
overall, the story is a light-hearted, easy read, that still presents an engaging action/sci-fi plot. i will definitely be reading the second volume, especially because that cliff-hanger was PLAIN EVIL.
thank you to Netgalley for providing me with a digital copy of this book :)
okay firstly? this book was so adorable, it was a unique and fun story about a robot falling in love with a human.
i LOVED the art style and the vivid colors! the banter and conversations between the characters were well-developed and flowed smoothly.
my only complaint would be that this was a bit too short for a romance book and there was barely any character development. i also wanted more background information and history about the "mechas", since i was confused for almost the first half of the book, seeing as i don’t read sci-fi very often.
overall, the story is a light-hearted, easy read, that still presents an engaging action/sci-fi plot. i will definitely be reading the second volume, especially because that cliff-hanger was PLAIN EVIL.
thank you to Netgalley for providing me with a digital copy of this book :)
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May 20, 2023Historia dividida en 3 partes donde las 2 primeras las lees por inercia, con dibujo y colores agradable y parece una mezcla de road movie con un futuro apocaliptico y la tercera parte donde se va poniendo punto final esta muy bien llevado, por eso le doy 4*
June 11, 2021
Thanks Netgalley and publisher for giving me the volume 1 of this graphic novel.
I’m not too keen on the font like it is small enough and frustrating to zoom in every single panel. The art was nice enough tho ..
I’m not too keen on the font like it is small enough and frustrating to zoom in every single panel. The art was nice enough tho ..
August 23, 2021
In a world where sentient robots have no basic rights and are worked mercilessly against their will (the will that humans developed in them over time) a fiery, passionate human and a kindly, gentle robot fall in love.
While this story can easily be read as a metaphor for any kind of person not accepted by society, it most often struck me most closely as a metaphor for the lived experience of refugees, immigrants and trans people in many, if not most, countries around the world.
Translated from French, the artwork is powerful and the various types of robots are striking.
I was moved by this story, and I think graphic novel and comic fans will enjoy it. There’s nothing in it that’s inappropriate for middle schoolers, but the concerns and issues addressed made me think high schoolers and adults would enjoy it more.
Thank you to NetGalley and Europe Comics for the ARC in return for my honest review.
While this story can easily be read as a metaphor for any kind of person not accepted by society, it most often struck me most closely as a metaphor for the lived experience of refugees, immigrants and trans people in many, if not most, countries around the world.
Translated from French, the artwork is powerful and the various types of robots are striking.
I was moved by this story, and I think graphic novel and comic fans will enjoy it. There’s nothing in it that’s inappropriate for middle schoolers, but the concerns and issues addressed made me think high schoolers and adults would enjoy it more.
Thank you to NetGalley and Europe Comics for the ARC in return for my honest review.
November 1, 2021
In a future Paris, robots or mechas have become sentient but they are now exploited, relegated to the worst jobs and living quarters. Worse, they are no longer able to get new parts when old ones wear out.
Despite the odds, cherish bot Kiarel and human Ella have become friends. But just as their feelings develop into something stronger, a mecha resistance is forming and the two are thrown into the chaos and violence that is developing.
I rarely read comics with the exception of those from Europe Comics.They are always unique with well-written and beautifully drawn and coloured stories.and often deal with important social issues. Love Love Love Vol 1 written by Kid Toussaint is no exception.
This is the first volume and is very short. It is also impossible to read it without drawing parrallels between this tale and the plight of refugees fleeing war-torn areas, only to be rejected by the countries they are fleeing from. There is clearly much more to the story that I look forward to reading ifuture volumes.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review
Despite the odds, cherish bot Kiarel and human Ella have become friends. But just as their feelings develop into something stronger, a mecha resistance is forming and the two are thrown into the chaos and violence that is developing.
I rarely read comics with the exception of those from Europe Comics.They are always unique with well-written and beautifully drawn and coloured stories.and often deal with important social issues. Love Love Love Vol 1 written by Kid Toussaint is no exception.
This is the first volume and is very short. It is also impossible to read it without drawing parrallels between this tale and the plight of refugees fleeing war-torn areas, only to be rejected by the countries they are fleeing from. There is clearly much more to the story that I look forward to reading ifuture volumes.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review
July 18, 2021
3.5 stars
A very quick-paced euro comic about star-crossed lovers. The art is playful. The faces are absolutely wonderful, every one of them. Unique robot (sorry, Mecha) designs.
Playing with themes of oppression, the three rules of A.I., revolution and friendship.
Sometimes it is unclear how much time has passed. Sometimes it feels like essential scenes are missing. Sometimes it feels just a little too light-hearted, considering the themes. I still loved it and I am waiting for the second part!
This is a work of love and passion
A very quick-paced euro comic about star-crossed lovers. The art is playful. The faces are absolutely wonderful, every one of them. Unique robot (sorry, Mecha) designs.
Playing with themes of oppression, the three rules of A.I., revolution and friendship.
Sometimes it is unclear how much time has passed. Sometimes it feels like essential scenes are missing. Sometimes it feels just a little too light-hearted, considering the themes. I still loved it and I am waiting for the second part!
This is a work of love and passion
December 11, 2021
I got this on Netgalley in exchange for an honest review!
Okay, I expected to like this, but this was actually really great???? Like, it's very clear that it's set in a future Paris, the relationship between the two main characters is so cute, and the dystopian feel was so great! It also really made me interested and DYING to continue the story! Like, what will happen???? Is there a big conspiracy??? Excited to see how the story continues!
My only criticism is that I wish we had more worldbuilding in this than we got!
100% will keep reading these when / if they come out!
Okay, I expected to like this, but this was actually really great???? Like, it's very clear that it's set in a future Paris, the relationship between the two main characters is so cute, and the dystopian feel was so great! It also really made me interested and DYING to continue the story! Like, what will happen???? Is there a big conspiracy??? Excited to see how the story continues!
My only criticism is that I wish we had more worldbuilding in this than we got!
100% will keep reading these when / if they come out!
March 7, 2022
this one made me significantly more touch starved everybody, its definitely good
January 20, 2022
Why did you read this book?
I love comics with great stories and artwork.
What format did you read this book in?
Read the comic on ComiXology app.
Is this an educational book or a book for entertainment?
I read this book for pure entertainment purposes.
What genres do you think this book belongs to?
Comics, Crime, Fiction, Gay and Lesbian, Graphic Novels, Psychology, Romance, Science Fiction.
What was your favorite part in the book?
When the bots and humans are together in the park talking about the couple.
Who would you suggest this book to?
Anyone who enjoys indie comics, with a sci-fi and social justice twist.
What is your general opinion/ rating of this book?
I really enjoyed this book. The artwork was gorgeous and story was unique. I found myself getting emotional and attached to certain characters. This comic really knows how to paint a picture. I can't wait for more.
What style of graphic novel is this?
It’s an indie comic with its own unique art style. (Reads left to right.)
Is the comic colored or is it in black and white?
This comic is fully colored.
What is your opinion on the artwork?
It's a uncommon drawing style. It's like if combined toon style+Disney= the artwork in this book. All the characters had unique designs. The artist did a great job with character body language and expressions. The artwork subtly added to the story without having to be explained. The lighting and coloring made each scene pop.
How is the type setting? Is the comic easy to read?
The fonts were great, and it was easy to read.
Is this comic a part of a series?
YES! Unfortunately this book leaves us off on a cliff hanger. I can't wait until the next book comes out. I hope it's soon.
EXTRA
Any trigger warnings?
Racial and Religious: Racism, Racial Slurs, Racial Profiling, Slavery, Talk of Superior Race, Police Brutality, Microaggressions, Prejudice
Disabilities: Life changing injury
Violence and Death: Death, Mass Death, Murder, Extreme Violence, Cutting of Limbs, Physical Abuse, Graphic Violence
Other: Slut Shaming, Body Shaming, Adultery
I love comics with great stories and artwork.
What format did you read this book in?
Read the comic on ComiXology app.
Is this an educational book or a book for entertainment?
I read this book for pure entertainment purposes.
What genres do you think this book belongs to?
Comics, Crime, Fiction, Gay and Lesbian, Graphic Novels, Psychology, Romance, Science Fiction.
What was your favorite part in the book?
When the bots and humans are together in the park talking about the couple.
Who would you suggest this book to?
Anyone who enjoys indie comics, with a sci-fi and social justice twist.
What is your general opinion/ rating of this book?
I really enjoyed this book. The artwork was gorgeous and story was unique. I found myself getting emotional and attached to certain characters. This comic really knows how to paint a picture. I can't wait for more.
What style of graphic novel is this?
It’s an indie comic with its own unique art style. (Reads left to right.)
Is the comic colored or is it in black and white?
This comic is fully colored.
What is your opinion on the artwork?
It's a uncommon drawing style. It's like if combined toon style+Disney= the artwork in this book. All the characters had unique designs. The artist did a great job with character body language and expressions. The artwork subtly added to the story without having to be explained. The lighting and coloring made each scene pop.
How is the type setting? Is the comic easy to read?
The fonts were great, and it was easy to read.
Is this comic a part of a series?
YES! Unfortunately this book leaves us off on a cliff hanger. I can't wait until the next book comes out. I hope it's soon.
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Any trigger warnings?
Racial and Religious: Racism, Racial Slurs, Racial Profiling, Slavery, Talk of Superior Race, Police Brutality, Microaggressions, Prejudice
Disabilities: Life changing injury
Violence and Death: Death, Mass Death, Murder, Extreme Violence, Cutting of Limbs, Physical Abuse, Graphic Violence
Other: Slut Shaming, Body Shaming, Adultery
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April 27, 2021https://lapommequirougit.com/2021/04/...
Je remercie les Éditions Dupuis pour l’envoi de cette lecture. J’ai frôlé le coup de cœur pour ce titre. Une histoire qui m’a complètement chamboulé et retourner l’esprit !
Nous nous retrouvons dans un monde futuriste où robot et humain coexistent ensemble. Enfin, plus ou moins. En effet, les robots peuvent penser, rire, s’amuser et même tomber amoureux. C’est que finalement, ils ont une âme ? Pourtant, ils n’ont pratiquement aucun droit et son traité plus mal qu’un animal…
Dans cet univers, Elle, une humaine, va rencontrer Karel un robot. Ces deux jeunes gens que le hasard a réunies, vont petit à petit se rapprocher. Mais il n’est pas simple de s’aimer, dans un monde où humain et robot se font la guerre… Leur amour sera-t-il accepté ? Pourront-ils rester proche éternellement ?
L’histoire est vraiment sublime. J’ai pleuré, j’ai ri, mais surtout, j’ai été touchée. Cette BD nous parle de tolérance, d’amour, nous pousse au questionnement. Si les robots étaient si perfectionnés un jour, qu’on aurait l’impression qu’ils ont une âme, devraient-ils avoir des droits ?
J’ai adoré les personnages. Que ce soit les principaux ou même les secondaires, comme les voisins de Karel. L’histoire est bourrée d’émotion du début à la fin. D’ailleurs, parlons-en de cette fin ! Pourquoi nous torturer autant ? Il me faut la suite !!!!!
En bref, l’histoire est vraiment sublime et je ne peux que vous poussez à la lire. Même si vous n’êtes pas amateur de BD en règle générale, j’ai envie de vous dire « essayer ». Le récit qu’on retrouve dedans en vaut totalement le coup !
Je remercie les Éditions Dupuis pour l’envoi de cette lecture. J’ai frôlé le coup de cœur pour ce titre. Une histoire qui m’a complètement chamboulé et retourner l’esprit !
Nous nous retrouvons dans un monde futuriste où robot et humain coexistent ensemble. Enfin, plus ou moins. En effet, les robots peuvent penser, rire, s’amuser et même tomber amoureux. C’est que finalement, ils ont une âme ? Pourtant, ils n’ont pratiquement aucun droit et son traité plus mal qu’un animal…
Dans cet univers, Elle, une humaine, va rencontrer Karel un robot. Ces deux jeunes gens que le hasard a réunies, vont petit à petit se rapprocher. Mais il n’est pas simple de s’aimer, dans un monde où humain et robot se font la guerre… Leur amour sera-t-il accepté ? Pourront-ils rester proche éternellement ?
L’histoire est vraiment sublime. J’ai pleuré, j’ai ri, mais surtout, j’ai été touchée. Cette BD nous parle de tolérance, d’amour, nous pousse au questionnement. Si les robots étaient si perfectionnés un jour, qu’on aurait l’impression qu’ils ont une âme, devraient-ils avoir des droits ?
J’ai adoré les personnages. Que ce soit les principaux ou même les secondaires, comme les voisins de Karel. L’histoire est bourrée d’émotion du début à la fin. D’ailleurs, parlons-en de cette fin ! Pourquoi nous torturer autant ? Il me faut la suite !!!!!
En bref, l’histoire est vraiment sublime et je ne peux que vous poussez à la lire. Même si vous n’êtes pas amateur de BD en règle générale, j’ai envie de vous dire « essayer ». Le récit qu’on retrouve dedans en vaut totalement le coup !
April 15, 2021
🤖 Dans un monde futuriste où les androïdes privés de droits sont entassés dans des ghettos et menacés par leur obsolescence programmée, reste-t-il une place pour l’amour ? Dans ce Paris futuriste où les deux camps cohabitent difficilement, Elle, humaine, et Karel, mécha, se croisent et tombent doucement amoureux. Mais autour d’eux, la révolte gronde.
Une bonne surprise ! Love love love s’intéresse à la notion d’Intelligence Artificielle et à toutes les questions éthiques qu’elle soulève. Dans ce monde où humains et robots cohabitent, quid des droits de ces derniers ? Si les hommes les ont construit à leur image, ils ne semblent pourtant pas enclins à les laisser vivre comme eux. Pour les méchas, plus de mises à jour, pas d’accès à un téléphone ou aux taxis, et beaucoup de difficulté à trouver des pièces de rechange. Les humains laissent doucement décrépir ce qu’ils ont créés de toutes pièces.
C’est dans ce contexte pour le moins particulier que Elle et Karel se rencontrent. Tout leur paraît alors plus doux. J’ai beaucoup aimé leur relation et la joyeuse ribambelle de personnages secondaires qui les accompagnent. Les couleurs qui changent drastiquement selon l’atmosphère rendent le récit prenant. C’est dynamique, vivant. Et les questions soulevées sont intéressantes ! J’ai eu un peu plus de mal avec le style de dessin et je pense que l’histoire aurait pu être un peu plus poussée mais ce sera sans doute le cas dans les tomes 2 et 3 de la trilogie. J’ai hâte de voir où tout ça va nous mener !
Une bonne surprise ! Love love love s’intéresse à la notion d’Intelligence Artificielle et à toutes les questions éthiques qu’elle soulève. Dans ce monde où humains et robots cohabitent, quid des droits de ces derniers ? Si les hommes les ont construit à leur image, ils ne semblent pourtant pas enclins à les laisser vivre comme eux. Pour les méchas, plus de mises à jour, pas d’accès à un téléphone ou aux taxis, et beaucoup de difficulté à trouver des pièces de rechange. Les humains laissent doucement décrépir ce qu’ils ont créés de toutes pièces.
C’est dans ce contexte pour le moins particulier que Elle et Karel se rencontrent. Tout leur paraît alors plus doux. J’ai beaucoup aimé leur relation et la joyeuse ribambelle de personnages secondaires qui les accompagnent. Les couleurs qui changent drastiquement selon l’atmosphère rendent le récit prenant. C’est dynamique, vivant. Et les questions soulevées sont intéressantes ! J’ai eu un peu plus de mal avec le style de dessin et je pense que l’histoire aurait pu être un peu plus poussée mais ce sera sans doute le cas dans les tomes 2 et 3 de la trilogie. J’ai hâte de voir où tout ça va nous mener !
June 22, 2021
Thanks to Netgalley for a digital copy in exchange for an honest review :)
In a futuristic Paris, robots have evolved into sentient beings whose rights are being revoked due to the perceived threat they pose to human society. But not everyone has turned their backs on these so-called mechas. When the cherish bot Karel and down-on-her-luck Elle meet in the subway, they soon become friends, and something more… But a robot resistance is forming, and the two of them are dragged unwittingly into the chaos. Not only that, but Karel’s programmed life expectancy is mysteriously decreasing…
The setting is one of my favourite part of this comic. The futuristic aspects are very interesting and I spent a lot of time enjoying the art and how the city was designed. It met my expectations and I really want to see more. I have a lot of questions about how the world evolved like this and what could happen in future instalments.
The characters are great! Karel and Elle are awesome and I love their interaction. Also, side characters (like their flatmates and neighbors) are interesting and perfect for the situation. Nothing felt over the top and I want to find out more about each and every one. My favourite has to be Karel - I really need to know what happens next with him after that ending!
The atmosphere and the plot are working together perfectly. Combined with the art style, this is a great first volume and I would love to read the next one! I cannot recommend this enough! It's great!
In a futuristic Paris, robots have evolved into sentient beings whose rights are being revoked due to the perceived threat they pose to human society. But not everyone has turned their backs on these so-called mechas. When the cherish bot Karel and down-on-her-luck Elle meet in the subway, they soon become friends, and something more… But a robot resistance is forming, and the two of them are dragged unwittingly into the chaos. Not only that, but Karel’s programmed life expectancy is mysteriously decreasing…
The setting is one of my favourite part of this comic. The futuristic aspects are very interesting and I spent a lot of time enjoying the art and how the city was designed. It met my expectations and I really want to see more. I have a lot of questions about how the world evolved like this and what could happen in future instalments.
The characters are great! Karel and Elle are awesome and I love their interaction. Also, side characters (like their flatmates and neighbors) are interesting and perfect for the situation. Nothing felt over the top and I want to find out more about each and every one. My favourite has to be Karel - I really need to know what happens next with him after that ending!
The atmosphere and the plot are working together perfectly. Combined with the art style, this is a great first volume and I would love to read the next one! I cannot recommend this enough! It's great!
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July 16, 2021“In a futuristic world where androids have been deprived of their rights and live in crowded ghettos under the constant threat of their own planned obsolescence, can love still find a way to bloom?”
Love, Love, Love takes place in a futuristic Paris where androids have been deprived of their rights – they struggle to get jobs and replacement parts, can’t interact with other AI technology like phones or self-driving cars, and are generally treated as second class citizens. In the midst of all this, Karel, a mecha, meets Elle, a human, and they fall in love.
There was definitely potential here, but the story felt too rushed and too many things happened off-page. We skip huge swathes of time (at one point I actually scrolled back up because it felt like I must have accidentally missed some panels to have got from one story point to the next) and therefore the story feels rushed and superficial. I’d have loved to explore the world more and while it feels like the second issue will do that, I’m not sure if I’ll be reading it.
(I’m also a little hesitant about the way the story handled oppression. Parallels were inevitably drawn with oppression today and I think this could have been handled more sensitively.)
The pink and purple colour scheme in the artwork was enjoyable, but the text was too small at times and I read this while zoomed in.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Love, Love, Love takes place in a futuristic Paris where androids have been deprived of their rights – they struggle to get jobs and replacement parts, can’t interact with other AI technology like phones or self-driving cars, and are generally treated as second class citizens. In the midst of all this, Karel, a mecha, meets Elle, a human, and they fall in love.
There was definitely potential here, but the story felt too rushed and too many things happened off-page. We skip huge swathes of time (at one point I actually scrolled back up because it felt like I must have accidentally missed some panels to have got from one story point to the next) and therefore the story feels rushed and superficial. I’d have loved to explore the world more and while it feels like the second issue will do that, I’m not sure if I’ll be reading it.
(I’m also a little hesitant about the way the story handled oppression. Parallels were inevitably drawn with oppression today and I think this could have been handled more sensitively.)
The pink and purple colour scheme in the artwork was enjoyable, but the text was too small at times and I read this while zoomed in.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
June 12, 2021
Read in English.
A decent graphic novel, and that coming from someone who grew out of the childish manga style of the visuals decades ago is about the highest praise it could get. A PAWG of an unemployed coffee barista and a male android stumble upon each other and form a friendship. Both, we learn, are the result of many failed relationships, but the stumbling block here might be that Karel Rossum the bot is a cherish bot, a specific kind that has evolved its AI to be powered by human-styled affection and compassion. We know what he would normally be getting out of it – a sustained life expectancy and charge – but what would our girl hope to get? And in a world where robots' very existence causes flash points and counter-protest, what hope have they got as a couple?
Don't get me wrong, for this is far from perfect – the way we're forced to see a parallel between the milieu's attitude to emancipated robots and our history's slavery issues is really thumped home. And even though they tend to be a bit salacious I think I prefer the more risque looks at mecha vs human relationships to what we get here. But I still found just enough in the world-building, the characters and the very concept behind Rossum's humanoid needs to give this three and a half stars.
A decent graphic novel, and that coming from someone who grew out of the childish manga style of the visuals decades ago is about the highest praise it could get. A PAWG of an unemployed coffee barista and a male android stumble upon each other and form a friendship. Both, we learn, are the result of many failed relationships, but the stumbling block here might be that Karel Rossum the bot is a cherish bot, a specific kind that has evolved its AI to be powered by human-styled affection and compassion. We know what he would normally be getting out of it – a sustained life expectancy and charge – but what would our girl hope to get? And in a world where robots' very existence causes flash points and counter-protest, what hope have they got as a couple?
Don't get me wrong, for this is far from perfect – the way we're forced to see a parallel between the milieu's attitude to emancipated robots and our history's slavery issues is really thumped home. And even though they tend to be a bit salacious I think I prefer the more risque looks at mecha vs human relationships to what we get here. But I still found just enough in the world-building, the characters and the very concept behind Rossum's humanoid needs to give this three and a half stars.
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