Heroes, Vol. 2 (Heroes (Wildstorm)) (Paperback)

~ Chuck Kim (Author)

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 6 Up–The collection of chapters 35-80 of the online graphic novel is a companion to NBC's television series. It offers glimpses into the lives of Ando, Adam Monroe, and the Haitian, as well as other characters. Familiarity with the characters and plotlines is essential as the chapters jump from one story to another with no introduction. Several authors and illustrators contributed the quick-paced storytelling and full-color artwork, producing a few jarring transitions. Most of the stories are illustrated in the familiar American superhero comic style; a chapter on legendary figure Takezo Kensei is appropriately–and amusingly–presented as manga. Fans of the show will enjoy this gap-filler between seasons, but newcomers will definitely want to check out the previous graphic-novel compilation and perhaps some DVDs.–Beth Gallego, Los Angeles Public Library END

Product Description

The Emmy Award-nominated NBC TV series HEROES comes to comics in this spectacular hardcover graphic novel! With art by some of comics' tops illustrators and stories by the writers of the HEROES TV series, this volume features comics chapters previously seen online at NBC.com, This volume features artwork by Tim Sale that first appeared in the TV episodes.

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: WildStorm (May 26, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1401222293
• ISBN-13: 978-1401222291
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 6.6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #334,134 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good, but could be better, December 16, 2008

By	Llaman87 - See all my reviews

This review is from: Heroes, Vol. 2 (Hardcover)

This book has all the graphic novels from the time-frame from when season one ended to when season two would have ended if not for the writer's strike. That's basically all it has in it. There are Isaac Mendez paintings spaced throughout, but no commentaries or extra info or anything beyond the graphic novels. The novels are good and I love having them in a hardback form, but I was hoping to be rewarded with something extra.

4.0 out of 5 stars Great graphic novel to supplement the show., January 30, 2010

By	Timothy Critchfield "Waviator" - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This was a great graphic novel that supplements the show. The side stories are elaborations of the main plot line of the show and the drawing is well done with great color choices.

3.0 out of 5 stars Background information, January 15, 2010

By	Derrick O'Rourke "Prof. G. Tripp" (Dublin, Ireland) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Heroes, Vol. 2 (Hardcover)

This compilation of short stories gives some real good background information on some of the main characters in Heroes. The Haitian story is the best of the bunch. Adam Monroe's recounting of his lost 'loves' is very interesting and how Bennett got his glasses was quick & neat. Elle's first mission is a good read & true to the character. I think the flow of the stories are hard to keep interested in. I know the stories are presented in the order they were created but some of the stories really needed to be put in chronological order in terms of the story. Overall though it is worth the read for any Heroes fan.