Her father is Ethiopian while her mother is English. She is close friends with Aled, Raine, and Daniel, and used to be friends with Carys before she disappeared. In order to succeed, however, they’ll need to learn to work together, and embrace the differences that they each have.Frances Janvier is the protagonist and narrator of Radio Silence. The story centers around five eclectic characters, each facing their own struggles as they hit the road in search of fame and (for some of them) fortune.

Whether it’s opening up to the band more, or perhaps opening up a little less, the relationships between the five bandmates (and to a lesser degree, their manager), is the focus of Radio Silence.Books Comics & Graphic Novels Graphic Novels. In fact, their actual musical successes and struggles take a back seat altogether, acting more as a setting than as the primary source of conflict. The characters are young, and their interactions under the confined and stressful circumstances of touring is what forms the core of the story. Story:Â At its heart, Radio Silence is a coming of age story. She tends to act very differently around her school friends than when she's on her. Frances is very creative and an excellent scholar.

They each have their own unique hair styles and fashion sense, and it really helps to add to their overall depth.If there is a weakness in the comic, it is that the art is somewhat static. Each individual is recognizable instantly, and even by their silhouettes. Thankfully, this title does not have that issue. With ensemble works, a common problem is characters who appear too similar. While I do not personally read sheet music, I am fairly certain this is legit (to be confirmed by my brother at a later date).Art: Radio Silence has a vibrant art-style and cartoonish characters. Another enjoyable addition is the sheet music for original songs.

It’s not flawless, but I don’t think that you’ll be disappointed. Recommend it to anyone who is a fan of drama or coming of age stories, and maybe recommend it to your more musically inclined acquaintances. Speech balloons just slightly higher than the ones to their immediate left take the reader out of the immersion that the story offers in order to decipher which bit of dialogue comes first.Conclusion:Â As someone who grew up in music and always wanted to be in a successful band, Radio Silence was a delight to read. The lettering also, occasionally, feels out of order.

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