The Escapists (Hardcover)
Based on The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay by Michael Chabon
Written by Brian K. Vaughan
Art by Steve Rolston, Phillip Bond, Jason Shawn Alexander, Eduardo Barreto
Dark Horse Comics
Cover price: $19.95; Available now
As an addendum to my year-end review, I have to add one book that I missed until recently when I finally got the hardcover of this series. In a word, this is one of the greatest anythings (comics, movies, TV, books) released last year. This is a love letter to friendship, creativity, fathers, Cleveland, comics (both old and new), and plain old romance. Brian K Vaughan has produced a story that tugs at the heart while making the reader giddy with excitement. I will say this up front, if you haven't bought this series, do so now. It's the kind of work that needs more exposure and it greatly deserves your attention...continue reading this review at Geeks of Doom!
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Comic Review: The Escapists
Posted by Geeks of Doom at 12:22 PM
Labels: Brian K. Vaughan, comic review, Dark Horse Comics, Eduardo Barreto, Jason Shawn Alexander, Michael Chabon, Phillip Bond, Steve Rolston
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