Sin City Volume 1: The Hard Goodbye
Sin City Volume 1: The Hard Goodbye
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Sin City • 1980s-1990s
2010
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Frank Miller's Sin City Volume 1: The Hard Goodbye follows Marv, a tough ex-con, as he seeks justice for a murdered woman, Goldie. The graphic novel delves into Marv's gritty journey through the corrupt, crime-ridden streets of Basin City, highlighting themes of vengeance and redemption.
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Review Roundup
Frank Miller's Sin City Volume 1: The Hard Goodbye is lauded for its stylish, stark black-and-white artwork and gripping, gritty narrative. Fans praise its complex protagonist and dark, atmospheric storytelling. However, some critics note the violence can be excessive, and the plot may feel linear. Overall, it remains a compelling, iconic graphic novel in the noir genre.
Who Should Read Sin City Volume 1: The Hard Goodbye?
Readers who appreciate gritty, noir graphic novels will relish Sin City Volume 1: The Hard Goodbye by Frank Miller. Fans of Raymond Chandler's The Big Sleep or Will Eisner's The Spirit will particularly enjoy Miller's dark, stylized storytelling and intense visuals, enveloping them in a violent, morally complex urban landscape.
66,581 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Sin City • 1980s-1990s
2010
Adult
18+ years
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