Michael J.'s Reviews > High Moon 1

This is better than a three-star graphic novel, but more deserving of a 3.5 star rating. HIGH MOON is notable for being one of the first webcomics adapted to graphic novel format (and presented in landscape format, like the original web series), as well as the winner of several awards.
HIGH MOON is a neat blend of western and horror, very ambitious with plenty of eye-candy scenes. But, it fails in execution. What starts out as a simple story deviates from the main introductions, introduces many new characters and side plots, enough to make the whole thing confusing. I began to doubt who the main character was about half-way through and couldn't determine where this was going. I probably would have shelved this as Did-Not-FInish except the art was some compelling that I just kept going. Some editorial guidance would have helped this story and probably elevated it to a higher rating. Unfortunately, I believe subsequent editions did nothing to alter or correct and this also spawned two sequels. As much as I admire the art of Steve Ellis, I think I am done.