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12 Reasons Why I Love Her Kindle & comiXology

by Jamie S. Rich (Author), Joelle Jones (Artist) Format: Kindle Edition
3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 15 ratings
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Perfect for fans of Fresh Romance. Twelve vignettes reveal the story of young couple Gwen and Evan's tumultuous relationship, one small piece at a time. It all adds up to an unforgettable romance rife with drama, humor, and heart.
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Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Gwen and Evan meet at a sold-out premiere of an indie art film. Their romance starts out disastrously, but both feel a spark of something they're unwilling to let go of. So far the synopsis is no different from dozens of other romantic comedies, but instead of following the formula, Rich and Jones tell the story of the romance in 12 out-of-order snapshots. Some focus on the pivotal moments of their relationship—the first date, the first argument—others on the quiet connections that keep them together. The art's bold lines always draw attention to the emotions, setting the characters sometimes in detailed New York scenery, sometimes against stark black and white backgrounds. Some chapters use softer, full-page drawings to stop time entirely and focus on Gwen as seen through Evan's eyes. The nonlinear structure is diverting, but it imposes a sentimental nostalgia onto a story without enough meat to support it. Before the moments of real drama can be fully explored, the story jumps to a completely different time period. This graphic novel is a sweet little nugget of romance, but there isn't quite enough development for it to be satisfying. (Nov.)
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The Oregonian:

"Gwen and Evan's story is told in 12 vignettes, which are not delivered in chronological order. It's an effective... means of tracking the course of their romance because we sometimes see the resolution of their arguments before we understand the pettiness that provoked them. For all the young (and young at heart) lovers in the audience, there's a marvelous lesson in that... I can't think of a better Christmas present for quite a few people on my list."

Powell's:

"12 Reasons Why I Love Her takes a nuanced view of the highs and lows of romance, trading fairy tale fantasies for the peaks and valleys of a real relationship. The bittersweet, perfectly ambiguous climax allows an adult male to justify reading a "romance comic" without hiding from public view."

"This is one of [artist Joelle] Jones's first published works, and it's remarkably, consistently dazzling. Her style is an intriguing blend of heightened realism and cartoonish exaggeration, with just a hint of manga flavoring."

Broken Frontier:

"12 Reasons Why I Love Her is the kind of book you'd get if Margaret Atwood came from the Hipster generation"

Eye On Comics:

"The banter between the pair is entertaining and perfect, but there's also an awkwardness in the script at times that really drives home a genuine sound and brings credibility to the characters."

Precocious Curmudgeon:

"12 Reasons Why I Love Her has a lot going for it. Jamie S. Rich and Joelle Jones have carefully crafted something that feels very real."

Comics Waiting Room:

"I'm a sucker for a good romance comic, and no one seems to be doing better ones these days than Jamie S. Rich."

Playback:stl:

"Jamie S. Rich is becoming known for his great work in romantic fiction, and this book is certainly no exception. 12 Reasons Why I Love Her is a visually pleasing and emotionally moving book for which any lover of contemporary romance will fall head over heels."

Read About Comics:

"Rich's writing in 12 Reasons Why I Love Her shows a real understanding of how people interact. In some ways, reading the graphic novel is a voyeuristic process because Rich doesn't hold anything back in his showing the ups and downs in Gwen and Evan's relationship. From raw emotion to carefully phrased responses, every word and action rings true here."

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01AVIFEW4
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Oni Press (February 17, 2016)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 17, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 212484 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Not enabled
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 186 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 15 ratings

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Jamie S. Rich

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Jamie S. Rich is an author known for both prose and comics. He has published four novels: CUT MY HAIR, I WAS SOMEONE DEAD, THE EVERLASTING, and HAVE YOU SEEN THE HORIZON LATELY?, all released through Oni Press.

In addition to writing fiction, he has worked as a music journalist, a manga rewriter, and spent ten years editing comic books, four of them at Dark Horse Comics and six as editor-in-chief of Oni Press. In 2015, he returned to publishing, joining Vertigo Comics as Senior Editor.

As a writer, Rich debuted his first ongoing comic book series in June of 2006, LOVE THE WAY YOU LOVE, a collaboration with Marc Ellerby (now collected in two omnibus editions). This was followed in the fall of that year by the original graphic novel 12 REASONS WHY I LOVER HER, drawn by Joëlle Jones.

The writer teamed with Joëlle Jones a second time for another full-length graphic novel, YOU HAVE KILLED ME, a hardboiled crime story set in the 1930s. Oni Press published the book in July 2009. More recently, the pair collaborated on LADY KILLER for Dark Horse. Based on an idea by Jones, LADY KILLER stars a 1960s housewife who has a secret life as an assassin. The violent dark comedy debuted in 2015.

Rich has also worked for Image Comics, scripting two volumes of IT GIRL AND THE ATOMICS, a spin-off of Mike Allred's Madman. It's drawn by Mike Norton (BATTLEPUG), Chynna Clugston Flores (BLUE MONDAY), and Natalie Nourigat (BETWEEN GEARS). The entire series was collected in two trade paperbacks. Nourigat is also Rich's collaborative partner on A BOY AND A GIRL, a futuristic love story.

Other books by Jamie S. Rich include two books with artist Megan Levens (BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER): the twisted horror of MADAME FRANKENSTEIN and the classic Hollywood romance of ARES & APHRODITE: LOVE WARS. He also published the the pulpy, surreal ARCHER COE & THE THOUSAND NATURAL SHOCKS with Dan Christensen. A sequel is currently underway.

Ongoing work from Rich currently includes the digital comic THE DOUBLE LIFE OF MIRANDA TURNER, a superhero adventure with George Kambadais and published by Monkeybrain via the ComiXology app.

You can read Rich's latest novel, BOBBY PINS & MARY JANES, for free at bobbypinsandmaryjanes.com.

Rich's personal website is Confessions of a Pop Fan (confessions123.com). He lives in North Hollywood with a cat who doesn't understand his obsession with entertainment and pop culture, but who lets him do as he pleases as long as she is fed.

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Joseph Castro
5.0 out of 5 stars When Evan Met Gwen a Classic Was Born
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2023
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As written by Jamie S. Rich and illustrated by Joëlle Jones, "12 Reasons Why I Love Her" refreshes the romance genre, bringing it up to date by setting the story in the aughts rather than the mid-20th century, when comic books about troubled young couples flourished on newsstands all over the country. Written in "out of sequence" vignettes which chronicle protagonists Evan and Gwen's turbulent relationship, the creative team challenges the reader to piece the story from start to finish, providing an excellent mental exercise in the process. There is a lot to like about this book, starting with its focus on Gwen. By the time you're done reading it, you'll understand why Evan has fallen for her so greatly. Sometimes, soul mates do come together by mere happenstance.

Jones excels here, in her first major project before becoming a superstar artist on DC's "Catwoman" series. She employs different art styles throughout to better flesh out Gwen's uniqueness. The part where Gwen muses about the four seasons, (from best to least liked) and her penchant for non-PC jokes truly brings the character to life. Perhaps it's only fitting that the final vignette is (as I expected it to be) the night of their introduction to each other. I could easily see this become a film given the proper connections. It's a modern classic and a true 21st century love story for the ages. I greatly enjoyed it and give it my highest possible recommendation.
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Gracie
4.0 out of 5 stars Cute and Sassy
Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2011
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I loved the book. It's a very personal look into the lives of the two young lovers, but also leaves some hanging. Jumped around a lot and tells the story out of chronological order, but it's always fun to go back and pick up the minor details you missed the first time. i recommend it. Oh, and I LOVE Joelle Jones' art.
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Lazarus
5.0 out of 5 stars This Was Fun To Read.
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2015
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When I read the back and read that the vignettes within the book were not in order I was thinking, "Oh great, he's trying to copy the Pulp Fiction style of storytelling," but I was pleasantly surprised. After a quick introduction, we're hit hard by the very first story and each subsequent chapter only gets better. I enjoyed how it ended, tied it all up quite nicely. Joelle Jones superbly illustrates the book.
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Andrew Sparlin
5.0 out of 5 stars I loved this book
Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2016
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I loved this book! The number one reason is Jones! I follow her artwork anywhere! This isn't a book for everyone. As stated buy another, very much similar to 500 days of Summer in terms of presentation. It goes through a lot of relationship aspect. However, not all are can relate and I definitely wouldn't recommend this book to a person that is still coping with heart-ache.
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Mr. Garrigue Christophe
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2007
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Another great Original Graphic Novel from ONI: I ordered this book after a full chapter was previewed on several comic books sites and I don't regret it.

Each of the 12 chapters of the book cover an important scene in the relationship between the two main characters. The realistic dialogs written by Jamie Rich and the emotions carried by Joelle Jones' art make all of these scenes special.

An excellent book for people who like to "piece of life" stories.
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Samantha
5.0 out of 5 stars fast service
Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2020
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fast service, great product!
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One More Option
5.0 out of 5 stars Reasoning
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2006
Tear tracks are still staining my stupid face as I write this review. If you start reading this book, you will likely read it in one sitting. While I was still in the malaise and intoxication of emotion, this question came to my mind: How do I write a review to encourage others to read this book?

Universality - 5 out of 5 stars
Recommendability to a friend - 5 out of 5 stars
Creativity - 5 out of 5 stars
Unformulaicness - 5 out of 5 stars
Visual beauty - 5 out of 5 stars
Insightfulness - 5 out of 5 stars

I scan through several hundred comics every month in Previews, trying to decide what to buy. This cover & title jumped out at me. While I am not a regular reader of this graphic novel genre, this design was compelling, and I ordered the book. I am writing this review with one hand behind my back, because as you will understand after reading the book, I can't really review it completely without giving away the plot flow and conclusion. It would kind of be like trying to write a review about "The 6th Sense" without commenting on the fact that Bruce Willis is dead throughout most of the movie (You have seen The 6th Sense? Right? Please tell me I didn't just ruin that for you.) How do you review a book like this without disarming the artists' intended effect? Since it is a new book, I don't want to spoil anything for anyone. I apologize for the mystery. So instead of a normal review, I will just mention a couple responsive thoughts that came to mind after reading the book.

The book reveals issues that arise when a person chooses that one special person to spend the rest of their life with.

Love is sometimes an emotional and intellectual drive that inspires us beyond our initial ideas and boundaries in search of ways to create long term healthy rapport with others. Self-selected morals and boundaries that disable that drive tend to limit our ability to experience, recognize, maintain, and grow love that is often near to us.
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Brian T. Cooper
5.0 out of 5 stars A Slow Burn
Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2007
I decided to pick up this title after hearing it on Indie Spinner Rack's "Best of 2006", (Indie Spinner Rack is a free podcast about inependent comics). My expectations were high and anticipation grew as I tracked by widget I grew ecstatic as I saw my package delivered to my door. I raced home after work and tore my package open and read it Jamie Rich's new graphic novel with aplomb only to be disappointed.

After getting to the end I was disappointed feeling disjointed I put it down.

I decided to begin again and try over. Let me tell you, I was not disappointed. "Twelve Reasons I Love Her" is a fantastic graphic novel, with deep characterizations, you can see why the main character falls in love. And like any great art, it helps you understand the world within you.
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