Having enjoyed the first volume, I was excited to hear that there was a volume 2 on the way. As soon as I saw that it was available for request, I knew I had to request. Thanks so much to Oni Press for approving me.

After the events of Volume 1, Quin is once again thrown into the frays of the world of the Enhanced, this time looking into the disappearance of his friend Britt's auntie. We travel with Quin as he comes in contact with a man who wants to build on the Bayous and the past of the land which is about to be destroyed....

Once again, for me, the characters were the star of the show here. I absolutely love Quin's family and how supportive they are of him. We do see different sides of the relationships though, as Quin's Enhanced side is really brought to the front. I also loved the addition of some of Britt's family; I find them to be fascinating and they really help the plot move forward.

The plot and the pacing, after the first couple of pages, settles down and made the novel really easy to handle and read. Once again, Rodney Barnes does a fantastic job in writing an accessible story that not combines past and present but also makes it so easy to follow what is happening. I never felt like there was too much happening. I also loved the dialogue between Quin and some of the other characters and how his sarcastic side is really starting to show more. This is the sort of graphic novel which I'd feel comfortable giving to a new to comics reader.

One thing I was not the biggest fan of, which was the same point as I had with the first volume, is I don't feel like the villain is a particularly strong point. Now, I'll admit a bias here. I really like superhero stories that have strong villains, and I am probably being a bit harsh saying as this is a self-contained story. But I just felt nothing about the villain. He didn't intrigue or interest me and that was disappointing. I would have preferred the villain to either not be there or the story's villain been something else.

However, villain aside, I did enjoy this volume. I felt the plot was pretty solid, the characters were just excellent like usual and the sense of family and community really shone through. I'd recommend this to anyone wanting a lighter and mostly contained comic book story. Long time fans may not find as much here but I would still say give it a go. Even if it is as a read for in between heavier comics.

What a great sequel that I ended up enjoying even more than the first volume. The themes covered in this were so important and I just want more!

Another fantastic installment of this wonderful graphic novel series. The tie ins of race and the fight for justice and peace and superpowers and all the moral questions that come with all that are mixed beautifully and painted in a wonderful journey of finding. Yourself and your purpose,

Well put together, filled with angst and also good life lessons, excellent parents and family, I'd recommend this every middle school and all public libraries. Thanks to NetGalley for the e-book preview!

Thank you to Oni Press for providing me with a copy of this graphic novel in exchange for an honest review.

Quincredible Volume 2: The Hero Within follows on from the first volume and I really liked the development in both the characters and the plot. I feel like the plot was really nicely throughout in this volume and flowed really nicely through the pannels, which I find often missing. Compared to the first volume, I feel like I have got to know the characters that bit better now, which is beneficial for such a quick-moving story. I felt like the villain was developed a bit more in this volume which I appreciated.

I adore the art style within this series, and I feel like it brings the scene to life when the dialogue is lacking. The art style is extremely bright and vibrant, and it brings both the plot and the characters powers to life and makes them seem real. When it comes to the dialogue, I would have liked a little bit more of it to understand the plot truly.

I can't wait to pick up the next volume when it is released to see what will happen to Quin next.

I have not read Volume 1, admittedly, so I was a little lost on the back story. But it was quick to pick up. I love the superhero and real-life combination that Quinn has to handle throughout the story.

Thanks to #NetGalley for the ARC of #QuincredibleVol2 in exchange for an honest review.

Quincredible Vol.2 packs a punch like the first installment of the series. Once again, readers follow Quinn on his journey to become a hero and is faced with a new set of obstacles in his journey. This time around the story mixes fantasy elements with a bit of New Orleans history as a rich entrepreneur wants to build a casino on sacred land. Will Quinn be able to solve the mystery and how will continue to shape himself into the hero he wants to be?

Quinn faces the question of light vs dark as he questions what is purpose is to have the superpowers he gained after the meteor show. He struggles with having to constantly fight new foes, and how his powers are shifting the relationships around him. The relationship dynamic surrounding him and his parents has changed as they have to come to terms with him eventually becoming a superhero. They struggle with seeing him grow up so fast and how he is constantly in the face of danger. Quinn wants to come to his parents for advice but doesn’t want to burden them with the weight that he carries.

Another aspect I really enjoyed is seeing how Quinn’s powers have evolved from the first volume. He grown to be more accepting of uniqueness with the help of his mentor, Glow. He’s still trying to figure out what role he has as a hero in the community and how he can help others out even when he loses hope. His powers see a major level-up and readers get to see how he tests and pushes the limits of what he can do. I’m really hoping to see even more growth in future novels.

While there are a lot of superhero stories out there I like that the Quincredible series is set in the tight-knit community of New Orleans. You can really feel the spirit of the community and I like how each arc of the story (so far) introduces the readers to another part of the city’s culture and rich history. I enjoyed this volume and all of the action-packed scenes along with the characters. This a fun series and I can’t wait to see more of it!

Publication Date: July 13, 2021

My Thoughts:

My review of Quincredible Volume 1 still holds true in volume 2, which is a great thing because I don't like when heroes (or villains) suddenly change. Batman should always be moody/broody, Spiderman is always kind of dorky and Quinton is a good guy who loves his parents and is a hopeless romantic who does not seem to really get the girl. I think that is why he reminds me so much of Spiderman, especially the Miles Morales version of Spiderman.

Another thing that is very evident about Quin is he is not a solo act. He may be invincible, but he is young and not very strong so in his second adventure, he again must rely on others like Glow to get him out of jams. His love for New Orleans, his passion for social justice is very admirable. But his skill set or lack of a skill set definitely gets him into hot water. He is definitely not an international or even national hero. Perhaps, though, with help, he can continue to be the New Orleans version of the friendly neighborhood Quincredible.

As volume 2s go, what I really appreciated was Quin's relationship with his parents. Now that they know that Quin is "enhanced," they are not sure how to parent him. His father is not sure what he can offer his son. He questions what his worth is as a father when his son can actually save the world. This was an honest conversation and not something we always see in hero comics. Even the girl talk with his mom was genuine and a nice reprieve from the action. I look forward to volume 3 with the very great team of Rodney Barnes (writer) and Selina Espiritu (illustrator).

From the Publisher:

Rodney Barnes and Selina Espiritu return for another Quincredible adventure, this time diving into the world of Voodoo. Quinton West is back as the would-be hero of his city New Orleans, battling against a new enemy who wishes to claim the historical land for himself.

When meteors fell to Earth Quinton West was gifted with the power of invulnerability. Seeing others take up hero identities, Quinton decided to help his city of New Orleans in his own way. Using his smarts, creativity and a bit of training from his mentor Glow, Quinton is on his way to becoming Quincredible, hero of New Orleans!

But even superheroes must do homework, and Quinton’s newest assignment is to learn the history of New Orleans and Voodoo. An assignment that leads him to the mysterious Madame Adelaide who gives him a new task to fulfill for the good of New Orleans. Is Madame Adelaide a spirit? An enhanced human? And what is the evil that threatens New Orleans that Quinton must stop?

I love superhero comics and realistic stories, and I really love when those two things are blended together. The themes discussed in this are so relevant and important to talk about.

Where the first installment delves into activism, this one is more focused on cultural background and community. Starting off with a school assignment, Quin has to research the history of slavery and vodoun in his community in New Orleans, and this quickly weaves into the plot.

I found this storyline even more interesting than the one in the first volume, and I feel like it stood out more from other comics. I also loved the way the art work showed dream sequences and historical ones.

Again I really loved Quin's relationship with his parents. It's amazing to see them so invested in his life and trying their best to be good parents and support him in his needs, even though those are very different from before in several ways now that he's a superhero. At the same time, though, the book also makes it clear that he's still the same Quin he always was and he needs his parents as much, or possibly even more, than before.

Love this comic book series, this volume follows the plans of a white developer who's family was a major slave owning family in the region of New Orleans. Quinton gets these dreams and realises something is not right and goes to investigate. His dreams link him to the past, to the people who were enslaved and he is determined to ensure that their unmarked graves aren't desecrated. The storyline is exciting, the artwork and drawings are wonderful, I also really like the concept of a Black hero who is making links with the past, very rare in this genre, I believe. Thoroughly recommended.

With thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you NetGalley for this e-arc. This was such an incredible continuation. I had the the pleasure of reading the first volume and the second is just as great. I loved seeing more of the culture of New Orleans and specifically that of the Creole people. This story really spoke on the issues of the past and brought the positives and negatives of that past to life. I really enjoy this graphic novel series and love learning about the new enhanced people. This edition was incredibly fast paced, action packed, and kept my attention. I ended up reading it all in one sitting. Love this series and can’t wait for the next edition.

I hadn't read Vol 1 when I saw this book, and now I'm immediately running to find a copy. I am OBSESSED with this comic. With so many superhero stories we forget that it all started with comics and this series reminds us why. The art is gorgeous, the characters relatable, and the story, well, quincredible. HIghly recommended.

I only had to read the first few pages with Quin and his father to fall in love with the book.

I am so happy that I was given the chance to read the second volume to this story. The art is still wonderful and colorful and full of diverse individuals it’s just joyful to read. The story is outstanding and I’m looking forward to more of this.

Thank you so much for providing me with this beautiful copy!

What can I say? I haven't read vol. 1 but I'm dying to get my hands on it! My interest for this book came from the beautiful artwork, I was captivated beyond repair and needed to have this. What came as a nice and absolutely unintended surprise was the story, writing and characters. The world is so amazing, I can't even describe how original this superhero story is. There was so much going on, I tell you this is not for those who get lost in simple comic books. There is a clear passion to tell a story, one that is shown from cover to cover. The relationship Quin has with those who surround him is astounding. There were enough showings of the past that if you didn't read vol 1. you will not get lost, but I do recommend starting from the beginning as you will see more to this story than maybe I have. Personally, the bad guys to the story for me, were a little predictable, but don't get me wrong, this is not the case for the entire story.

If you want an original take on what's now become a trend, superheroes in capes and whatnot, this is absolutely for you. You won't be disappointed in the slightest. The ARTWORK is a thing of beauty! 100% recommend.

"Is that all this is? Fighting?"
"Yes, unfortunately. But the true struggle isn't against the harbringers of evil. It's again darkness itself"

When i saw Netgalley approved me for Quincredible Vol 2 i SCREAMED SO LOUD I'M NOT JOKING!.
I loved vol 1 and fell in love with this character and i really love to see how this story unfolds itself.
It's so well illustrated and the storytelling is so compeling and cool and wow.
In this particular volume we see the historical inheritance of New Orleans and how our heroes try to protect it. We have new enhancements (? is that a real word? ) new characters and new revelations and SO MUCH ACTION!
I love it!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for letting me read an advanced e-copy of this book!

I really appreciated the way the panels were done because they were easy to follow with the fast paced plot, most comics are a little hard to read but the dialogue in this comic was in a good font.
I really liked how the relationship between Quin and his parents was shown, that seems to be my favorite of superhero comics, to see the dynamics of the enhanced with their "normal" life.
The story itself was a lot, it held many plotlines and I think it weaved them all together well but also I was a little confused, which I will say was my own fault and not on the book itself. I'm still excited to see where this story will go and I'm also excited for it's release!

Thank you to NetGalley and Oni Press for a free advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

Quincredible Vol. 2 was a fresh take on the superhero genre. Although this is a continuation from volume 1, I think it also worked as a standalone story thanks to flashbacks and context clues within this volume.

The ending seemed a little abrupt, and sometimes the antagonist seemed a little flat, but overall, I still enjoyed the book.

Conflict was introduced organically, and while the story unfolded in a fairly linear fashion, historical memory was an important pillar to the plot. Selina Espiritu's art was bold and energetic, and Kelly Fitzpatrick's colors complemented it well. Lettering by AW's Tom Napolitano complemented the text and art. I would definitely recommend Quincredible to people looking for a fun story with emotional depth.

One of the best things about reading graphic novels is that they are easy, light, and can be really helpful when a person feels like taking a break from reading his usual books. I was overwhelmed with the contents I have been reading when I decided to read this book and it indeed helped me to give some refreshment I needed. I have read its first book last year and I couldn't resist reading this because I was already familiar with the characters and the premise it was set in, so I was curious to know how the Quin may deal with his newfound powers.

In this book, Quin was trying to understand and explore the history of New Orleans as his school assignment but doing so some weird paranormal things started happening to him and he stumbles upon a problem that links to the past that must not be bothered. A greedy business was trying to build a casino on a sacred ground where slaves were buried in the past and Quin and his mentor, Glow, get themselves into the matter to stop it from happening.

The author has brilliantly presented the history of slaves and now 'colored' people were oppressed in the past. Being a work of Own Voice, it delivers what it intends to do because, with the ongoing situation all around the world and the way attention has been drawn to racism, this book fits perfectly and gives us the picture of why the author wrote this book. It was entertaining, refreshing, and fun and has every element to lighten up the mood.

But there's one loophole I couldn't understand; all the enhanced (people with superpowers) people got their powers after an incident meteor strike, whoever came in contact with those meteors got some different powers but what makes me curious are the properties of those meteors or at least their origin in the space. I couldn't stop thinking ‘How can meteors give superpowers to all those enhanced heroes. I hope someday Z book!
One of the best things about reading graphic novels is that they are easy, light, and can be really helpful when a person feels like taking a break from reading his usual books. I was overwhelmed with the contents I have been reading when I decided to read this book and it indeed helped me to give some refreshment I needed. I have read its first book last year and I couldn't resist reading this because I was already familiar with the characters and the premise it was set in, so I was curious to know how the Quin may deal with his newfound powers.

In this book, Quin was trying to understand and explore the history of New Orleans as his school assignment but doing so some weird paranormal things started happening to him and he stumbles upon a problem that links to the past that must not be bothered. A greedy business was trying to build a casino on a sacred ground where slaves were buried in the past and Quin and his mentor, Glow, get themselves into the matter to stop it from happening.

The author has brilliantly presented the history of slaves and now 'colored' people were oppressed in the past. Being a work of Own Voice, it delivers what it intends to do because, with the ongoing situation all around the world and the way attention has been drawn to racism, this book fits perfectly and gives us the picture of why the author wrote this book. It was entertaining, refreshing, and fun and has every element to lighten up the mood.

But there's one loophole I couldn't understand; all the enhanced (people with superpowers) people got their powers after an incident meteor strike, whoever came in contact with those meteors got some different powers but what makes me curious are the properties of those meteors or at least their origin in the space. I couldn't stop thinking ‘How can meteors give superpowers to all those enhanced heroes. I hope someday I will find it in other parts of this book.

Thank you to Netgalley for providing me with an e-ARC of Quincredible Vol 2 in exchange for an honest review!

Ok guys this volume 2 of Quincredible is just...INCREDIBLE (no joke!). Quinton is stronger, better, faster. He's a REAL superhero now. I don't know yet if it'll be a third volume but I can't wait because Quinton is the superhero we need in this world !