Friday by Ed Brubaker, Marcos Martín, and Muntsa Vicente - Collecting Issues Book Club

In this episode of Collecting Issues, we read all of 'Friday,' books 1, 2, and 3 which comprise issues 1 to 9 of the 2020 Image Comics series by Ed Brubaker, Marcos Martín, and Múnze Vicente. Our hosts dissect the comic's intricate plot, characterized by its mix of grounded young adult themes, eldritch horrors, and unexpected time travel twists. They discuss the development of characters, especially Friday and Lancelot Jones, the evolving comic's mythology, and how the thematic elements blend together. Accompanied by Guy’s thoughtful review from the Collecting Issues Discord, this deep dive blends humor, analysis, and a shared enthusiasm for the comic medium.

00:00 Introduction to Collecting Issues: Friday Series Overview

00:51 The Origins and Delays of the Friday Series

04:21 Community Engagement and Discord Promotion

05:31 Elevator Pitch and Concept of Friday

07:29 Exploring Edward Gorey's Influence

09:58 Defining Young Adult Fiction

11:48 Main Characters: Lancelot Jones and Friday Fitzhugh

15:11 Setting and Time Period of the Story

17:57 Volume One: Grounded Beginnings

29:00 Gravity Falls Vibes and Influences

30:27 Book Two: On a Cold Winter's Night

31:16 Friday Fitzhugh's Investigation

33:27 The Cult and Supernatural Elements

38:46 Time Travel Twist

52:03 Final Showdown and Conclusion

54:46 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

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