Taarna #3 is a solid issue. It's fun, but flawed. There is a clear collaboration effort made between de Campi and the artists, resulting in a magnetic titular character. Unfortunately, the issue falters when it attempts to apply the same formula to the rest of the supporting cast, who become disposable, forgettable figures that take up page-space. Alex de Campi does provide readers with some backstory to this world, and the parallels to the one we inhabit should play a bigger role in the forthcoming issues. Hopefully, that means the series can emerge from its current state of mediocrity. Read Full Review