Subatomic [Paperback]

Patrick Neighly (Author), Jorge Heufemann (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 1, 2003

What happens when the U.S. government decides that the greatest threat to society is its own population? As the war on terror escalates, secret spy agency ATOM finds itself at the forefront of a revolutionary new trend in espionage. But after one of their own unexpectedly resigns, ATOM becomes trapped at the center of a generational crisis that threatens to undo everything America's spy agencies have fought to accomplish. The new paradigm starts here. (**additional text**) What happens when the US government decides that the greatest threat to society is its own population? As the war on terror escalates, secret spy agency ATOM finds itself at the forefront of a revolutionary new trend in espionage. But when young agent Mark runs off in an effort to live a normal life, ATOM is thrown into a generational crisis that threatens to undo everything America's spy agencies have fought to accomplish. Subatomic is a riveting political thriller that best-selling author Douglas Rushkoff said "left me hoping for a sequel."

Editorial Reviews

Review

A clever, S.H.I.E.L.D.-style espionage tale brought to life in post-Dubya America. -- Brian K Vaughn (Y: The Last Man), from the cover

A tight little tale about a big messy world... These guys sure know how to spin a yarn! -- Douglas Rushkoff (The Ecstasy Club), from the cover

Subatomic is a clever, oddly compelling tale built. Deceptively calm and eminently readable, it's rich in powerful unstated emotion. -- Kurt Busiek (Astro City), from the cover

About the Author

Award-winning journalist Patrick Neighly has reported on telecommunications from five continents. This is his first novel.

Product Details

• Paperback: 136 pages
• Publisher: Mad Yak Press (July 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0971799512
• ISBN-13: 978-0971799516
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.9 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #607,502 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 stars love the independents, November 4, 2004

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Rian Edwards (New York) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Subatomic (Paperback)

I found this book after picking up The Supernaturalists by the same creators, and wasn't disappointed. This is a subtle, realistic spy comic (a paradox) that serves up a wry commentary on Ashcroft's USA without hitting you over the head with it. If you like Queen & Country or The Bourne Identity, this is the book for you.

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!, September 9, 2003

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DH (Los Angeles) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Subatomic (Paperback)

I was blown away by Subatomic - the pacing and subtle characterization suggest a writer with real skill. This is a hybrid graphic novel, grabbing the populist appeal of comics and merging it with the literate sensibilities of contemporary prose novels.

Subatomic is about a spy who defects from a shadowy US organization and tries to live a normal life as an American citizen. It's like the best elements of Queen & Country mixed with The Fugitive. Toss in a bit of The Prisoner and The Bourne Identity and you've got something surprisingly fresh and new.

I have to comment on the physical book - this is one of the best-looking graphic novels I've ever seen, with color glossy paper and an awesome embossed cover. Nice!

This would make a great TV show!