Comic Book Review - A Thing Called Truth #4

Rob reviews A Thing Called Truth #4...

The road trip continues as the mismatched duo, Doctor Magdalene Traumer and Dorian Wildfang continue. 

Lolanda Zanfardino and Elisa Romboli's Road trip adventure has been a refreshing read over the last couple of months. The two protagonists are from totally different worlds, yet through their tragedies

have come together in an upbeat journey through some classic film locations. 

In issue #4, Mags and Dorian continue their journey through Europe whilst following the journal entries of Dorian's deceased brother Faust. Since their journey began we've seen the ice thaw between Mags and the carefree Dorian. It's been interesting to see the two develop their friendship - especially when considering the circumstances of how they met. While this road trip moves on, back home there's trouble brewing. 

After not hearing from Mags, her estranged husband storms to her lab looking for an argument. Being blocked by the sealed door, Dr Hikmet is met by a higher-up who tells him of Mag's apparent resignation. Not believing Mags would give up on her life's work, Hikmet gets the local police involved. So as Mags and Dorian continue their journey of self-discovery, this could soon come crumbling down.

Elisa Romboli continues to bring some striking artwork to A Thing Called Truth. The scenes with Mags and Dorian are filled with a great mix of soft and vibrant colours and plenty of strong line work. Each scene is littered with detail which perfectly captures the look and feel of these locations. In contrast to this is when we switch to the secondary narrative. Here Romboli takes on a more clean and controlled feel which symbolises the change of perspective incredibly well. 

Overall, A Thing Called Truth continues to be a compelling read. The journey that Mags and Dorian are undertaking is a warm-filled, hearty adventure with quite a deep meaning. The relationship between the two protagonists has so far been a great mystery. There's been a brilliant "will they, won't they" feel throughout, and come to the conclusion of this issue, things are starting to be a little clearer - for Dorian at least. With A Thing Called Truth heading to its conclusion with thr next issue, I'm looking forward to seeing what suprised Lolanda Zanfardino and Elisa Romboli have in store. 

Rating 9/10 

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