Reviews for Waterwise

The average rating for Waterwise based on 2 reviews is 3 stars.

Review # 1 was written on 2009-02-10 00:00:00 Helen Matteson Two childhood companions reconnect in the woods on the lake where one has a family cabin. Ambitious Emily is just coming off a divorce and newly-single Jim is sketching his ex-girlfriend. Just as Emily comments on the surreal-ness of reconnecting another, the comics becomes surreal as we slip without warning into a variety of flashbacks, pivotal moments from their shared history. The thick-lined artwork is dominated by of solid black backgrounds of sky and water, making the subjects stand out. Some scenes have a woodcut or batik look them. Short on plot but beautifully told, Waterwise is a worthy addition for most public library collections.

Review # 2 was written on 2013-07-29 00:00:00 Todd Simmiss This is a sweet simple story about two old friends who haven't seen each other in years catching up at a lake house. The art is black and white line work, and works very well. The relationship between the two characters is very familiar even if you haven't ever been in that situation - it just feels right. There's no major story beats, no real climax, it's just a slice of life with a side of melancholy tinged with hope. An interlude, and one worthy of visiting.