Based on the Emmy Award-winning web series Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, this collection of stories written by Zack Whedon (Deadwood, Fringe) chronicles some of the earliest adventures in the lives of archenemies Captain Hammer and Dr. Horrible. This anthology solves many unanswered questions left over from the show. For instance: What event inspired Dr. Horrible to become the world's greatest criminal mastermind? Why is Penny, the beautiful girl from the Laundromat, still single? How can you, the reader, be like blustering do-gooder Captain Hammer? And why is Horrible's sidekick, Moist, so... um... well, you'll find out!
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Revisiting the cast of characters from the award-winning web musical, Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog, this volume fleshes out some of the background. For example, we learn the damp origins of the good doctor’s sidekick, Moist; we gain some insight into Penny’s charitable nature; and we get to see a glimpse of what made Billy into the formidable evil Doctor he is today. Not to worry; there are appearances of the heroically chiseled Captain Hero and the Evil League of Evil and its diabolical leader, Bad Horse. We even get to see some new faces like the Captain’s teammates on the Council of Champions, the wannabe hero Johnny Snow, and the dastardly Fake Thomas Jefferson. Whedon (Joss’ brother) hits all of the right notes, with punchy writing that is loaded with humor and well-placed snark, and finely tuned characterizations. Likewise, all of the artists turn in stellar work that flows nicely through the transitions. Fans of the original Sing-Along Blog and other die-hard Whedon-ites will, of course, feel compelled to read this book; but it’s a winner that will appeal even beyond this crowd. Provided you can pry it out of their hands. Grades 9-12. --Tina Coleman
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Format:Paperback
No one would describe this comic collection as "life-changing" or "captivating" or "an epic of epic epicness," but there are certainly moments of delight in its fleeting 80 pages.
All of the stories here take place before the events of Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, providing additional (though usually tangential) backstory. How did Dr. Horrible decide to become evil? Where did Moist get his, uh, superpower from? Each story is bite-sized and self-contained. None really has any depth, but all of them are at least somewhat entertaining.
Don't skip the introduction, which is quite possibly the funniest page of the book.
All of the stories here take place before the events of Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, providing additional (though usually tangential) backstory. How did Dr. Horrible decide to become evil? Where did Moist get his, uh, superpower from? Each story is bite-sized and self-contained. None really has any depth, but all of them are at least somewhat entertaining.
Don't skip the introduction, which is quite possibly the funniest page of the book.
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Can a guy in a hydro parka be an arch-nemesis? Apparently not.... And I need eight more words. Chalice du tabernac!
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Bought this for my girlfriend and she really enjoyed it. Not quite as amazing as the original movie, but still quite good.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great backstory
This comic is a prequel to the movie Dr Horrible's sing-a-long blog. Its great to see how the characters you enjoyed turned into what they are in the movie.
Published 1 month ago by queenienirvana
4.0 out of 5 stars
Fun Read
This is a nice addition to the library of a Whedon fan. You get a tiny glimpse into the lives of the main characters of the Dr Horrible world. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Lonnie N. Smith
4.0 out of 5 stars
Dr horrible comic
Loved it! Just like I loved the web show. I wish there was more. I was glad to learn more about the characters through this book!
Published 4 months ago by E. Davis
5.0 out of 5 stars
very happy
It came quickly and it was exactly what I expected. It was in great shape and the description was accurate.
Published 4 months ago by kittykat
3.0 out of 5 stars
Let-down of a comic
I absolutely adore Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, but the comic just wasn't as good as the internet musical. It was barely even entertaining. Read more
Published 4 months ago by NicoleMarie
1.0 out of 5 stars
Not worth the price
I love Dr. Horrible but this was not worth the price I paid. I bought this hoping for it to be a little longer but it was small and not worth it.
Published 5 months ago by Bryanna newberry
5.0 out of 5 stars
Loved it!
This book gives some back-stories for the characters in Dr Horrible's SingALong Blog and it explains a lot. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Janet
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good
My daughter wanted this comic type book for her birthday, so I ordered it. It came quickly and was in brand new shape. Read more
Published 11 months ago by RT
4.0 out of 5 stars
funny comic
this was great! came in great time. product was in condition that was stated. it was just what i wanted and was excited to receive it.
Published 12 months ago by Amanda K. Porter
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great quality background stories!
Joss Whedon and co. never disappoint. This is a must have for all Dr. Horrible fans out there. It features short stories on the past of our beloved characters: Horrible himself,... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Amanda
