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Spider-Man: The Venom Factor (A Novel)

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Do you like science fiction? Have you read any comics in your life? If so, then Spider-Man: Venom Factor just might be the book for you. This wonderful book will leave you marveling in awe at the compelling and dramatic storyline, witty dialogue and mysterious plot so much that your hands will be drenched with sweat in anticipation of the next page. No kidding. If those of you who have been living under a rock, or if you're Amish (no offense), then you have heard of Manhattan's "neighborhood Spider-Man". If not, then Spider-Man is a young man that got bit by a radioactive spider, thus giving him spider-like powers for this reason he is named Spider-Man. I recommend you borrow, or better yet, buy this, and buy it now.

The major dilemma in this novel was that a symbiote from outer space has managed to take over Peter Parker's co-worker Eddie Brock. Eddie's mind then gets warped and goes berserk trying to create destruction. Luckily for New York, Spidey's here to the rescue! Spidey tries to help his co-worker and friend, Eddie Brock to fight the symbiote and not to give in to its power. While Spidey's trying to handle things with Venom, the Hobgoblin decides to wreak havoc and to get Venom on his side. From there, you must read the book to find out the spine-tingling story that is Spider-Man: Venom Factor.

If I were Siskel or Ebert and I rated books, then I would have to give Spider-Man: Venom Factor, a 2 thumbs up. Not only because I am fan of comics and Spider-Man himself, but also because Diane has made a nearly perfect conversion from comic book to hard book. Artist Ron Lim also has contributed to the atmosphere to the book with his wonderful artwork; really giving you that comic book feel without actually reading comics. If I were to read more books for later reports, then I'd read more of Diane Duane's series of Spider-Man books or X-Men. Even if you hate reading, you won't hate this book because of the brilliant plot and storyline, also the romance, and action. Now I know this is not some award-winning book or whatever, but if all of you Spider-Man fans go out and buy this book, then it might, it just might, have the potential to reach award-winning status. What are you waiting for? Read it now!

Author Diane Duane weaves a great story about everyone favorite web-slinger, Spiderman. It appears that a someone, some creature, is terrorizing and killing certain members of N.Y.C.'s homeless population . Plus, this someone has a tasty bite for food that is radioactive. The creature at first appears to be Spiderman's enemy Venom or is it? Could the creature be Hobglobin? An unlikely allegiance is formed to find the true killer.

Although I not familiar with the character of Venom and the plot as it appeared in the popular comic book Diane Duane fills in the gaps for the reader and continues the story and characterization(s) in grand style. While I know that casting on the Spiderman sequel has begun and rumors of the sequel's story lines use the traditional, original villains that many of us grew up with. I hope that down the road that movie producers will have the insight to do at least one film about Venom and Spidey.

I have been a Spiderman comic collector for some time now. I normally don't read novels based on comic characters because they usually mess up. Not in this case. Duane really knows her spider-man and proves it with this book (first in a trilogy).

Hi! I'm 11 years old and I just finished reading Spiderman: Venom Factor. I Haven't read many Spiderman books but this is the best so far! When I first started to read this book I had no idea how good it would turn out. At times I was tempted to put it down but every chapter ended with a surprise ending that enticed me to keep reading. I give credit to Diane Duane and Ron Lim for creating this work of art for Spidy fans everywhere

This book is a real treat for Spidey fans like myself and it was great. The dialogue gets weak in spots but it is just like the comic book so no real complaints there. Spiderman flings the one liners and sometimes they're funny and sometimes... Otherwise the story is full of great action and even a glimpse into the life of MJ. The author has done a really good job at putting spiderman into a novel and not making it unimaginative. This is great buy for all action adventure fans and a even better read for those who love the Amazing Spiderman. Sometimes, if you concentrate you can actually see that great marvel art work as you read.

Well the last guy said everything. So all I have to say is "This book is great and a must read for any Marvel or Spidey fan. Or if your in the mood for a real good book read this one. Then read its two sequels The Lizard Sanction and The Octopus Agenda.

Ohhhh, man, this is a GREAT Spider-Man book. I'd advise this book only to Marvel Spider-Man fans, or just general Marvel Comics fans; other will get lost in it's plot and the characters will be very unfamiliar.

But there's one thing that's for sure..., I'm getting the next 2 Spider-Man novels by Diane AS SOON AS I CAN! This book's plot is excellent, plenty of action to keep Spidey fans happy. Old, memorable, and --to some of us--, lovable characters-- even the villians, and crabs like J. Jonah Jameson. Pick up a copy of this book all you Marvel fans out there! I didn't really start out as a Marvel fan, but was well-versed in Spider-Man and all of the main characters and villians in his tales.

This book kicks, and I'm hoping the next 2 do too. Read it!

In the book Spiderman: the Venom Factor, Hobgoblin has stolen an atomic bomb and threatens to set it off in Manhattan if the city fails to pay $1,000,000,000. Spiderman also discovers that an alien lifeform is tearing people to shreads, which Venom notices. Can Spiderman defeat both of them and stop Hobgoblin before everything goes boom?

The biggest issue is that it had way too much MJ and every day chores of peter parker. After finishing it I feel like nothing really happened, other than it showing Venom and Spiderman don't hate each other too much anymore. The dialogue was also amazingly terrible. AMAZINGLY terrible. The plot was okay but was predictable and nothing interesting really happens either. All in all, I give it 3 stars, it was alright I got through it fine but was far from great.

Just another fun superhero romp. Venom being evil crazy venom and all that. I am not a huge Spider-Man fan, but I am happy to read Diane Duane Spider-Man books, no problem. Venom as big slobbering fanged crazyman, with a bit of a thing for wanting to indulge in arachnid appetisers is what you find here. Hell hath no fury like a black alien bodysuit symbiote scorned.