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I just could not get into this book. It was gross and and funny which is usually a good thing, but I just could not connect with this story.

3 stars

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Blurb

"“The Bucket of Blood” by Paul Malott is a darkly-funny comedy that takes readers on a thrilling and immersive journey into a dystopian Detroit ruled by the enigmatic Granny Schmif. This sassy splatterpunk graphic novel combines elements of humor, action, and horror to create a unique blend of genres that keeps readers engaged from beginning to end.

Fans of stoner, darkly-funny comedies will enjoy this adventure epic about freelance spies meandering in the streets of Detroit."

I found the dialogue bland and boring when opening this comic. The beginning starts with a radio type show and a morning scene, and like in the morning, I felt tired from reading. The comic begins to open up and you can see the weird art style and characters; but nothing gripped me, nothing made me want to carry on reading. As the comic continued I found myself begin to become more uninterested and the writing or art did not hold my attention.

I did like that as the reader you were dropped into this funky punk world from the get go, with no explanation and no exposition; however I feel like more was needed to grip me. I enjoyed the "advertisements" between the pages with "grancoin". But then there was exposition in the form of articles from the covenant. Unfortunately, this did not tune into my sense of humour either.

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Set in a dystopian Detroit under the rule of the enigmatic Granny Schmif, this darkly-funny splatterpunk graphic novel is a rollercoaster ride of humor, action, and horror. From the first page to the last, readers will be captivated by the thrilling adventures of freelance spies navigating the treacherous streets of this twisted city. The unique blend of genres makes it a standout among comic book graphic novels, and fans of stoner comedies will particularly relish the dark humor and wit sprinkled throughout the story.

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Hey, comic lovers! You've got to check out The Bucket of Blood by Paul Malott—it's an absolute riot! Talk about an adventure epic with a twist! This darkly-funny graphic novel is the perfect mix of humor, action, and horror. It's like a rollercoaster ride, taking you from one insane scene to another. If you're into stoner comedies and crave a good laugh while getting your adrenaline pumping, this one's for you.

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