I think 'Watchmen' is among the most popular. Its unique take on superheroes and its complex narrative made it a classic. 'Maus' is also very popular as it tells a historical and important story in a creative way.
Definitely 'Batman: The Dark Knight Returns'. Batman is a very popular character already, and this graphic novel took him to a whole new level. It influenced a lot of subsequent Batman stories. And 'Fun Home' has also become popular for its brave exploration of family and personal identity issues.
'Paper Girls' had its share of popularity too. The idea of girls delivering papers and getting caught up in a time - travel adventure was really appealing. It had a great mix of action, mystery and character development, which contributed to its popularity within the list of 2017 graphic novels.
I think 'Monstress' was quite popular. Its dark fantasy setting and strong female lead attracted a lot of readers.
Probably 'Saga'. It gained a lot of popularity due to its imaginative world - building. It has everything from different alien species to a star - crossed love story that draws readers in.
One of the most popular is 'Persepolis'. It's an autobiographical graphic novel that gives a personal look at life in Iran during and after the Islamic Revolution.
In a list of graphic novels, 'Sin City' is extremely popular. Its noir - like style and gritty stories have attracted a large fan base. 'Y: The Last Man' is also well - liked, with its post - apocalyptic setting and interesting characters. 'Preacher' is another popular one, known for its dark humor and wild plotlines that push the boundaries.
Probably 'Batman: Court of Owls'. It has been widely praised for its dark and complex plot. Many Batman fans love it as it delved deeper into the Batman lore and introduced a new and terrifying threat.
One of the most popular is probably 'Bone'. It has an engaging story with interesting characters like Fone Bone, Phoney Bone, and Smiley Bone. The art style is also very appealing.
Some are known for their complex characters. For example, in 'Watchmen', the characters are not just simple superheroes. They have flaws, moral dilemmas, and complex backstories.
Some, like 'Persepolis', are autobiographical. It shows the life of a young girl growing up in Iran during a time of great change and upheaval. It gives a very personal view of the culture and society there.
I think 'Bone' is also very popular. It's a fantasy adventure with great characters like Fone Bone, Phoney Bone, and Smiley Bone. The story is full of humor, action, and mystery, and the art style is really charming.