The illustrations are spectacular and the story is interesting and well-done. I would recommend this! Special Thank You to Ed Brubaker, Image Comics and NetGalley for allowing me to read a complimentary copy in exchange for an honest review.

I am going to have to pass on this one. Not my kind of book. Too dark and out there. The comics are very distracting.

Where the Body Was is a quick read (obviously since it’s a graphics novel). It’s gritty and interesting with multiple characters with deep back stories. These stories come together as we discover and solve the mystery of the body. The art was lovely.

**Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the electronic ARC and the opportunity to review this book.

WHERE THE BODY WAS is a tale of murder and love in the suburbs, told from different points of views. We have multiple opinions about the murder from a neglected housewife, a young girl who thinks she’s a superhero, a boarding house full of drug addicts, a private detective looking for a runaway girl and a cop who just wants to be left alone. All the neighbors on the block have an opinion, but which of them is telling the truth? I was provided an ARC of this book by NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

Where the Body Was is like a true crime doc style murder mystery romance. This is a wild ride told through multiple points of view- the neighborhood addicts, the lonely housewife, the recluse cop, the strange homeless man, and the weird comic book kid. All the juicy suburban secrets unravel as we learn about the murder plot. Where the Body Was is really well written with a little pulpy feel, I devoured it in one sitting. Brubaker & Phillips have a new fan!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for letting me read this book in exchange for an honest review!

The title is intriguing and the description really drew me in. But once I started reading, it was difficult for me to get into the story. It felt like there was a distance between me as the reader and the characters in this book. No character was particularly likable and even when the body appeared, I was only mildly curious.

I'll likely try more from Ed Brubaker in the future, but this book wasn't for me. I could see this working for people who are into film noir-style crime movies. They had a similar vibe.

Where the Body Lies takes place in the summer of 1984. It's a series of interconnected stories from various points of view revolving around the lead up to the discovery of a dead private eye in their neighborhood and what really happened to him.

I'm a big fan of Brubaker and Phillips and will read anything the pair publish. This has the typical pulpy feel to it that made me fall in love with pulp/noir to begin with. The art is great as usual, and I like the color palette that was used.

I highly recommend for fans of crime thrillers.

My thanks to Image Comics, Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips, and NetGalley for gifting me a digital copy of this graphic novel. My opinions are my own.

An unusual mystery story. The thorough approach to all of the different perspectives felt a little like a podcast. I liked the twist ending.

"Where the Body Was" unfolds as a captivating murder mystery presented in graphic form, skillfully crafted by the dynamic duo of writer Ed Brubaker and artist Sean Phillips. Brubaker's narrative prowess is evident in the intricate plot, rich characterizations, and seamless integration of mystery and suspense.

Set in the eighties on Pelican Road, in a house with a compelling history, the story introduces a fascinating cast of characters, each grappling with their own setbacks and struggles. The collaboration between Brubaker and Phillips is nothing short of extraordinary. Phillips' exceptional artistic talent brings the world of Pelican Road to life with a distinct visual style, capturing the essence of each character and the atmospheric intricacies of the setting. Their synergy elevates the graphic novel to storytelling mastery, solidifying their status as one of the preeminent writer-artist duos in contemporary comics.

As the narrative unfolds, the authenticity of the storytelling, including some wild twists, adds an element of unpredictability. The intricate plot, rich character development, and attention to themes like nostalgia and love make "Where the Body Was" a joy to read. Brubaker's exploration of complex themes with depth and nuance complements Phillips' evocative illustrations, creating a narrative that transcends the boundaries of the graphic storytelling format. The duo's dedication to detail is evident, making the graphic novel not just a compelling murder mystery but also a testament to the magic that happens when a writer and artist are in perfect sync. "Where the Body Was" is not only a gripping crime caper but also a testament to Brubaker and Phillips' trailblazing impact on the contemporary landscape of comics.

It's Brubaker and Phillips at their best. A neatly plotted series of interconnected stories revolving around the discovery of a body in a small U.S town. Perspectives shift with each character as you get closer to the truth..I really liked the Ellery Queen style page introducing the resolution of the whodunit element, and because it really stood out for me, the colouring by Jacob Phillips is exquisite. Overall, a great package and very recommended. Thanks to Netgalley and Image Comics for the opportunity to review this

Brubaker and Phillips have once again crafted an amazingly beautiful stand-alone graphic novel. Phillips art is so amazing, and the colour pallet of the inks (by Jacob Philliips, Sean’s son) add so much to this story.
I loved Brubaker’s comment that he started out to write a crime story and ended up with a romance, as you can really see that layer of unrequited love. This is their best work to date.

Where the Body Was is a short whodunnit graphic, graphic novel, if I may. Someone in the small town has died. Loo’k at the map of the town, number nine in the road right near Mrs. Wilson’s house is the dead body. Everyone knows of the body and are trying to figure out what happened. The story was quite confusing an boring for this reader.

I'm a big fan of Brubaker and Phillips, and this was very different! A self-contained work that reminded me of the Serial podcast meets Agatha Christie. There's a map, a cast of characters, and a crime told from multiple perspectives. An interviewer asks all the characters questions. It's lighter, more of a comedy, and less complicated than some of their other muti-volume work. I read it in one sitting, and I think anyone who likes the creative team's work will like it, but also, people who haven't liked it before might enjoy checking this one out. Thank you to Image Comics for an ARC.

Where the Body Was is the ultimate in (larger-than) slice-of-life, a microcosm of American suburbia - that is, American suburbia as it was on Pelican Street, circa 1984. It's a pacey, well-crafted whodunit with a cast of archetypal characters that never feel stereotypical; in fact, they're the beating heart of this story. Drawing inspiration from the "mapback pulp books" 0f the 1940s, Where the Body Was manages to feel both fresh and familiar, and never lets up on the fun.

If you are expecting your average mystery, do not read this book? A compelling story from the team of Brubaker and Phillips. A enjoyable graphic novel that combines whodunit with small town drama. Thank you Image Comics and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC.

The art was good but the story itself felt disorganized. Wasn’t sure what was happening most of the time. None of the characters were particularly like-able either

The art is phenomenal but unfortunately the writing was just subpar. Felt like the story telling wasn't well structured and could of been better.

I really love the Kill or Be Killed series and I was really eager to read this one. I really enjoyed it, the art is really awesome, the story is interesting, and the characters are well thought-out. I could not put it down

Where the Body Was has many meanings. Layers of the plot build on each other and keep you engaged throughout. A whodunit of sorts that will leave you wondering until the end. Nudity in multiple panels.

Where the Body Was is a short whodunnit graphic novel. It takes place in a town where someone has died. Everyone in town is trying to figure out what happened. I found most of the story to be boring but the writing and most of the characters were interesting which is why this gets three stars. I liked that right at the beginning there is a page that shows and explains all of the characters names and who they are in the town.

I also liked that the graphic novel has different titled sections and goes into different character's point of view. Lila the roller derby kid and Ranko the homeless veteran were my favorite characters. Overall the story is promising but there are a lot of things happening at once. I did think the ending was good. Thank you to Image Comics and Netgalley for this eArc in exchange for an honest review.