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Rising Stars Volume 2: Power (Rising Stars, 2) (Paperback)

~ J. Michael Straczynski (Author)
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

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In Rising Stars, Volume 2 J. Michael Straczynski continues the tale of The Specials, 113 humans born with extraordinary powers. The specials wage war, not only on each other, but on the rest of the world as well in this epic story of the struggles of the real world against extra-ordinary power.

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  • Reading level: Young Adult
  • Paperback: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Top Cow Productions/Image Comics (May 27, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1582402264
  • ISBN-13: 978-1582402260
  • Product Dimensions: 10 x 6.6 x 0.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #647,402 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Reached all my high expectations, July 18, 2002
Rising Stars continues to be one of the better comic book series out there. This second act of the story continues to develop the specials and drop more hints on what's really going on. Also you'll start to get a better idea of how (and why) the story ends the way it does, as was seen in the very first issue of the first book.

When it comes to telling stories over a long period of time, JMS is easily one of the best. His planning and foresight is exceptional, and as the story unfolds you'll want to go back and reread the previous issues to see all the foreshadowing.

As I've come to expect, the story ranges from the most intimate character development, to intense action, to very broad dramatic themes. This really is a comic to look for.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Another amazing story from JMS, June 8, 2002
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On a whim one day, while browsing amazon.com, I decided to pick up both this and the first volume in the Rising Stars series. I had never heard of the series, but I've always been impressed by JMS's story-telling ability, so I thought they were worth a shot. It was one of the best decisions I ever made.

The story is one of the most imaginative re-workings of the superhero genre I've ever read. Engaging characters and superb artwork make this series a great read. I can't wait for the third (and final) act to be available in collected form.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Good Stuff, February 2, 2003
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Great characters and fantastic writing. My only little beef is that a new artist took over the last few chapters. While not as good as the original, still solid. I really enjoy consistency with artwork, which is a rarity for any comic these days...
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Product
This the conclusion to one of the best written comic graphic novels I have ever read.
Published 14 months ago by Timothy J. Terry

4.0 out of 5 stars This star continues to rise
Solid continuation of the initial collection, "Rising Stars: Born in Fire". I liked stories that go off in unexpected directions and keep you guessing. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Joseph P. Menta, Jr.

4.0 out of 5 stars Graphic SF Reader
As more Specials die, the power consolidates into those that are left. This actually makes things worse as these more powerful people go into battle over the city of Chicago, and... Read more
Published on September 3, 2007 by Blue Tyson

5.0 out of 5 stars Great graphic Novel
This is Rising Stars Vol 2. Chapters 9-16
The 2nd of a 3 part series.

The world made its choice and now you have to make yours, Will you and your kind join to... Read more
Published on December 26, 2005 by S. Lou

4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty good almost to the end
For some reason i remember this comic getting really knocked, but i'm looking again at the reviews (only 4?) and they're uniformly good. Huh, maybe my memory is slipping. Read more
Published on May 1, 2004 by baylor

5.0 out of 5 stars Even More Fantasic
With J. Michael Stracynski you know you're going to get something good, and he doesn't let you down. The story is fantasic, and the artwork is really good. Read more
Published on February 2, 2003

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