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Far Sector by N.K. Jemisin
4.25
adventurous medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Jamal Campbell is too damn good. His art is just top tier. 

I really enjoyed this story, especially as someone who has never read Green Lantern and only knows the bare basics of the Lantern mythos. This is essentially a standalone DC series that anyone can read. N.K. Jemisin weaves in so many contemporary themes in a way that made them feel natural to Jo as a character, and not using the comic as a soapbox. 

My only real issue with this was the pacing. Having all 12 issues combined in one trade paperback makes this a hefty read and exposes some of the issues in the storytelling and pacing; I don't think I'd have been as bored in some areas or reeling so hard in others if I'd been reading this issue to issue.

Overall, a really fun story with incredible art.