Book Description
This special collection compiles five one-shots focusing on different members of Angel's supporting cast, each from a different creative team. Peter David and Nicoloa Scott focus on Illyria. Dan Jolly and Mark Pennington handle Gunn, Scott Tipton and Mike Norton feature Wesley. Jeff Mariotte and David Messina present Doyle. And Jay Faerber and Bob Gill offer up a tale of Conner.
Customer Reviews:
spotlight with spots.......2007-05-24
This centers on the numerous characters from ANGEL. A good idea, and we kick off things with everyone's favorite god-king of the Primordium Illyria. The art is the best comic rendition I've seen of the character yet, and the story is top notch, too. All the stories are good, but my reason for giving it a 4 star rating is because the art in the second installment featuring Gunn just does not do his character justice. Wesley
and Ghosted Spike make an interesting duo; this also plays like an unaired episode of ANGEL. Doyle's story is quite good (won't give away surprises here), and rounding out things is Connor, which turned out much better than I thought it would. I just wished that the art in Gunn's story was much better. Still, a must-have.
IDW Continues Its "Angel" Series.......2007-05-02
After two entertaining (yet imperfect) Angel arcs by IDW Publishing, the company decided to take a break from a continuing miniseries and release five one-shot "Spotlight" issues. Each issue of "Angel: Spotlight" details an adventure in the life of characters that don't often get their own stories. Each section was written and drawn by different writers/artists, making this a very diverse volume. As far as the packaging, the cover was amazing and the binding is strong. I'm impressed with how beautiful IDW's trade paperbacks are.
Part One (Illyria): The art ranged from satisfactory to good, and the story was above average. Not only did the story give some insight into Illyria (a fan favorite who only appeared in the last few episodes of Angel) but it also stayed true to the characters and provided touching and thoughtful moments. The scene with Illyria crying may have taken this a bit too far, but otherwise, good issue.
Part Two (Gunn): The art was horrendous, but the story was okay. Sometimes the story was good enough that I could ignore the art, but not very often. With a better artist, this could have been a better issue. Though it was interesting to see a bit of the "old Gunn" shine through "lawyer Gunn."
Part Three (Wesley): As Wesley is my favorite character in Angel, I'm biased when it comes to rating this story. But I have to say, the art was good--the best so far--but the story could have been better. It, like the Illyria issue, shined some light on Wesley's character, but I thought the story could have been planned a bit better.
Part Four (Doyle): Doyle was Angel's first side-kick, a main character for only the first third of the first season. This comic is interesting because it actually takes place right before the first episode of the series, detailing how Doyle's life was before he met up with Angel. The art was perfect, and the writing was great. Mariotte (who also wrong Angel: The Curse and Angel: Old Friends (Graphic Novel) (Angel (IDW Publishing))) has a real handle on Doyle's language, and he writes this character better than any other he's done. This was easily the best issue of the bunch.
Part Five (Connor): It kind of threw me off that Connor, a character universally hated by fans, got his own Spotlight issue. However, those gripes aside, it was done well. Connor's dorm mate, an original character named Avery, makes this issue what it is. Connor and Avery's banter and research scene makes me--oddly enough--wonder if these two characters could ever get their own spin off. Doubt it, but I'd read. That being said, the art was okay. Not as good as Illyria, Doyle, and Wesley, but better than Gunn. And the writing was good, but nothing special. I still think this issue should have been Lorne's spotlight. Who doesn't love him?
7/10
Book Description
The Amazing Joy Buzzards are a rock and roll adventure band that rivals such legends as the Beatles and Rolling Stones. It's an everyday adventure for them when fighting giant robots, evil witch-doctors, and exploring the supernatural, all with the help of their mystical Mexican wrestler friend El Campeon.
Customer Reviews:
The incredible, uncanny, fantastic Amazing Joy Buzzards!.......2005-08-09
Even though I bought the individual issues, it's great having them all in this collection (including the previously web-exclusive conclusion)!
Mark and Dan have crafted a wonderfully entertaining book about this rock band that doubles as a superhero/adventurer group. The stories are written with a style I can only describe as clear, hip and fun! And Dan's art is sharp as pick! Very clean linework, expressive and infused with a kinetic energy you'd expect from a rock n' roll band! Not only can you sit and enjoy this collection book in one huge gulp, but you get a nice sketchbook section and the original pin ups that were published in the individual issues. If you know someone who is burned out on angsty, humorless superheroes, or loves rock bands and monster slaying, Amazing Joy Buzzards is the book for them!
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From Nancy Huston, a Canadian writer who's lived in France for a couple of decades, comes a modest proposal in the form of a novel: Maybe millennial fiction shouldn't look forward. Maybe it should look back to the shames and sadnesses of the 20th century. The Mark of the Angel, Huston's U.S. debut and a bestseller in France, tells the story of Saffie, a young German girl who takes a job as a housekeeper in 1957 Paris. Her employer, a brilliant young flautist named Raphael, falls hard for her, despite (or perhaps because of) the fact that he finds her "impassive" and "impenetrable." Hard-eyed Saffie seems to sleepwalk through life, and as if in a dream, she and Raphael marry and have a son, Emil. When Raphael sends her off to have his flute repaired one day, he little suspects what he's setting in motion. In András, the instrument maker, Saffie finds a damaged twin. Both are victims of the horrible experiment of Hitler's war: German Saffie has endured not only rape and torture but also the knowledge of her own family's Nazi sympathies. Hungarian Jew András has lost his family and his country. The two embody the horrors that Europeans visited on each other in the middle of the 20th century. And they covertly embark on a five-year affair, during which their love comes to be sorely tested by the Algerian war for independence from France.
Huston's prose is cool, opaque, ironic, and intensely romantic. Her style and her story both owe a great debt to Milan Kundera's Unbearable Lightness of Being, a debt she seems to acknowledge explicitly: "Saffie is crushed, stifled, petrified by the... how to put it... the unbearable tenuousness of the moment... Dizzy with inexistence, she clutches at András's arm--and he, misunderstanding, sets Emil down in a chair on the café terrace--turns to his lover--takes her in his arms and begins to waltz with her... Ah! Thanks to András, the hideous unreality of the world has been held at bay once again, movement has turned back into true movement, instead of immobility in disguise." Kundera's preoccupation with Nietzsche's concept of the eternal return is clearly at work here too: The past, Huston warns us loud and clear, is never past. --Claire Dederer
Book Description
This novel marks the stuning American debut of an internationally acclaimed writer. Combining the narrative drive of
Birdsong with the emotional resonance of
The Reader, The Mark of the Angel is a haunting and unforgettable tale of three lives woven together by longing, fate, and the weight of history.
The year is 1957, and the place is Paris, where the psychic wounds of World War II have barely begun to heal and the Algerian war is about to escalate. Saffie, an emotionally damaged young German woman, arrives on the doorstep of Raphael, a privileged musician who finds her reserve irresistible. He hires her, and over the next few days seduces her and convinces her to marry him. But when Raphael sends Saffie on an errand to the Jewish ghetto, where she meets András, a Hungarian instrument maker, each of their lives will be altered in startling and unexpected ways. As Saffie learns to feel again, her long buried memories coupled with the inexorable flow of historical forces beyond anyone's control, create a tableau of epic tragedy.
The Mark of the Angel is a mesmerizing novel of love, betrayal, and the ironies of history.
Customer Reviews:
a slow and depressing read.......2007-03-27
Ughhh. This was a book club pick. The whole thing is bleak. When there is finally a glimmer of happiness for Saffie, it's based on lies and secrecy, thus affecting her son and husband. I wouldn't recommend this book.
Depressing.......2006-04-12
I found this book to be so depressing. I kept waiting for the main chararcter, Saffie, to find happiness or atleast some contentment with her life. When she finally did find it I felt she was so dishonest and living such a lie that I could not be happy. Then to top it all of she teaches her son to live a dishonest life and that does not even touch on the ending, how tragic! It ended abruptly and with such heartbreak that I still feel down and I finished early today. The only reason I give it 2 stars is due to the historical content.
Best written book I have read in a long while........2003-03-05
The story is very good and the characters feel real, but what sets this book apart is the style in which it is written.
The narrator's voice weaves expertly between story-teller and omniscent observer.
There is one moment in particular - I will not spoil it by saying which - where this is done absolutely perfectly.
It has been a long time since I've read a book where I noticed, and yet didn't find abrasive, the author's voice. Just the opposite, in fact.
Beautiful, painful.......2002-01-11
A story of forbidden love in post-war Paris between two people damaged in different ways by the Holocaust--you've read it before. But Huston's book is a cut above--beautifully written from multiple perspectives, Huston describes Paris, love, music and above all, anger and shock over infidelity discovered, so strongly and vividly--this one has stayed in my mind for awhile. And the conclusion was a brutal shock! Of particular interest to me was the backdrop of the French--Algerian issues--as England had India, France had Algeria--a painful, shameful episode in the history of a Western democracy that has permanently marred France's conception of itself.
This book is not what it seems.......2001-04-17
If you are someone who enjoys inteligent, interesting, believable naratives... If you are a fan of Alice Hoffman, Ursula Hegi, Jane Hamilton, Rebecca Wells... If these are the kinds of authors and books that you enjoy, this is not a book for you. It is a thinly vailed romance type novel, cloaked with post World War 2 drama. There is no good reason to spend your time and money on this book, as I regretfully did.
Book Description
The Amazing Joy Buzzards return in their sexiest and sleekest collection yet. Just as their world tour takes full swing, destiny forces our intrepid trio to track down the nefarious Spider Syndicate! Will they be able to overcome the deadliest menace the world has ever seen? Not if Tesla's Ray, Martian invaders, a Devil Mummy Hipster and an army of Midget Luchadores have anything to say about it! Bonus track: the never before seen full length first meeting of El Campeon and the Amazing Joy Buzzards!
Book Description
Is it a coincidence that humans have met Aliens in the cold reaches of space? Or is there something stitched into the very fabric of the cosmos that explains their inexorable spread through the galaxy? Deep-space rescue specialist Alecto Throop is about to find out that even a fight with the deadly creatures is nothing compared to meeting their masters . . . or the renegade human who has learned their secrets--ancient secrets.
Customer Reviews:
Aliens: Apocalypse - Destroying Angels.......2006-02-01
It's another story after the first Aliens movie. It tells how the elephant like alien came about the others from the begining. How they became to the planet in the first place and what happen after they were found.
Incredible.......2004-12-12
Not only does APOCALYPSE feature mind-blowingly great art (superior to other entries in the comic series, namely KIDNAPPED and LABYRINTH) and an intelligent story which fits well into line with OUTBREAK, but it holds something that will attract ALIENS fans from across the globe- a *living* Space Jockey and, better yet, a Jockey-grown Alien (which, predictably, is ten times its normal size). With the exception of Keitel most of the characters are believable and somewhat likable. Great graphic novel! Thumbs up!
One of the more well made Aliens comic book........2004-12-06
If you, like me, are a diehard alien fan, I recomend this comic book.At first I had my doubts when I saw it in the comic store. But after I bought it, I enjoyed it very much! I thought the plot was hard to understand at first, you just got to pull through to later on in the book to understand what exactly whats going on.The wierdest parts I thought were, the guy who WANTS a facehugger to play kissface with him, and HE DOES- and the android that blows up in the begining, I didn't understand what exactly what happened to it.
The overall bad /annoying stuff
- the owl, I usually like owls, but for some reason, it really messed around with action and was annoying, at least I think
- didn't have enough human blood, or cursing or blowing aliens to bits
-it messed around with the evolution of the aliens, having a scientific name? wierd.
? why did the scientists call the aliens "angels"?
- worst name you can slap on to a good comic
Overall I loved the comic book,was especially well drawn. If you love those little monsters,and let the lil beasts into your heart, BUY this book. Keep em'chest burstin!
One of the more well made Aliens comic book........2004-12-06
If you, like me, are a diehard alien fan, I recomend this comic book.At first I had my doubts when I saw it in the comic store. But after I bought it, I enjoyed it very much! I thought the plot was hard to understand at first, you just got to pull through to later on in the book to understand what exactly whats going on.The wierdest parts I thought were, the guy who WANTS a facehugger to play kissface with him, and HE DOES- and the android that blows up in the begining, I didn't understand what exactly what happened to it.
The overall bad /annoying stuff
- the owl, I usually like owls, but for some reason, it really messed around with action and was annoying, at least I think
- didn't have enough human blood, or cursing or blowing aliens to bits
-it messed around with the evolution of the aliens, having a scientific name? wierd.
? why did the scientists call the aliens "angels"?
- worst name you can slap on to a good comic
Overall I loved the comic book,was especially well drawn. If you love those little monsters,and let the lil beasts into your heart, BUY this book. Keep em'chest burstin!
One of the more well made Aliens comic book........2004-12-06
If you, like me, are a diehard alien fan, I recomend this comic book.At first I had my doubts when I saw it in the comic store. But after I bought it, I enjoyed it very much! I thought the plot was hard to understand at first, you just got to pull through to later on in the book to understand what exactly whats going on.The wierdest parts I thought were, the guy who WANTS a facehugger to play kissface with him, and HE DOES- and the android that blows up in the begining, I didn't understand what exactly what happened to it.
The overall bad /annoying stuff
- the owl, I usually like owls, but for some reason, it really messed around with action and was annoying, at least I think
- didn't have enough human blood, or cursing or blowing aliens to bits
-it messed around with the evolution of the aliens, having a scientific name? wierd.
? why did the scientists call the aliens "angels"?
- worst name you can slap on to a good comic
Overall I loved the comic book,was especially well drawn. If you love those little monsters,and let the lil beasts into your heart, BUY this book. Keep em'chest burstin!
Customer Reviews:
Something's missing........1998-12-09
All Kithbooks of Changeling: the Dreaming are great, but all of them deserves only four stars. Why? Because they have unique treasures, Kith's story, but I think that these books would be better if wich one inculdes a new exclusive Art for the Kith.
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Angels Falling: A Derek Stillwater Novel
Mark Terry
Manufacturer: MIDNIGHT INK
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Binding: Paperback
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ASIN: 0738710946 |
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- Not exactly Biblical...
- The "Rest of the Story" Needs to be Told
- Before Eden: A Novel (Angel Quartet, Book 1)
- Pure Enlightenment
- HEY PUBLISHERS!! (...)
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Before Eden: A Novel (Angel Quartet, Book 1)
Mark R. Littleton
Manufacturer: Thomas Nelson Inc
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
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ASIN: 0785282106 |
Customer Reviews:
Not exactly Biblical..........2004-08-17
I'm afraid if a book claims to be Biblically based and isn't, I can't give it high marks. This author places angels as created before Genesis 1:1 (as far as I can tell), yet the Bible teaches angels are created and that everything that was created, seen and unseen, was created in the six days of Gen. 1:1-31 (see Colossians 1:16, Exodus 20:11). Beyond that, at least from our angel-eye view, God comes across as rather limited and unknowing, having the think up solutions as trouble happens. Yet scripture repeatedly says that God had already chosen who was to be saved before creation. As in, He already knew we would rebel before we were even created! He knew where free will lead. Thus, I can't be impressed with this author's take even on free will.
The "Rest of the Story" Needs to be Told.......2003-12-19
Ever since first reading this book in 1996 I've periodically looked for the rest of this series. The unique vision of Mark Littleton in giving us a glimpse of heaven before the world was made stirs the heart with possibilties. Seeing the world through the eyes of angels was very creative and insightful.
While I wouldn't go so far as saying this fictional book is Biblical, it definitely stirs one to look at the stories of the Bible in a new light. I was particularily impressed with the manner in which Mark casted a vision of worship from the point of view of an angel. It gave me much to think about in regards to my own life.
The book was a quick and rewarding read (it ends just when things really start to get interesting). I look forward seeing how the "rest of the story" goes and finding myself transported once again into rhelms unseen by human eyes.
This series is definately an undiscovered pearl.
Before Eden: A Novel (Angel Quartet, Book 1).......2003-11-27
ATTENTION ALL PUBLISHERS! Would somebody please let this author complete his series. The first book was totally captivating and left the reader wanting more. Ever hear of a little series called Left Behind ? Maybe not on that scale, but this series would be a great seller. We would love to read more of this story.
Pure Enlightenment.......2002-04-02
Before Eden is a well-conceived and extremely well-written behind-the-scenes look at Creation and the war in heaven. The story is a thought-provoking explanation of why faith is important, told by means of an angel's eye view of Evil's waking moments. As an "Alexis DeTocqueville" of events in Heaven leading up to the Flood, our humble angel narrator ponders some of the same questions we all have in our struggle to understand God and the reason for good and evil. Our angel, however, has access to the very throne of the Creator and asks some pretty tough questions and receives some very piercing answers.
Mark Littleton is obviously a man of God with a keen insight into spiritual curiosity. Unfortunately, this first book in a planned series is the only on that made it to print and now it is out of print. Too bad. Everyone with whom I've shared this book has raved about its clever treatment of nagging questions and have been left with a new perspective on the need for faith. And as for the realm of spiritual warfare, Littleton has my vote hands down over Frank Peretti.
If you are a bliever, get and read this book!!
If you are not a believer, get and read this book!!
HEY PUBLISHERS!! (...).......2001-12-10
BEFORE EDEN pulls back the vail of time and space for the reader to get an up front view of eternity past. Mark Littleton's style of writing captivates the reader by beautifully weaving together the story of this neutral angel and the truth revealed in scripture to bring fourth a compelling look at what eternity past was like. I found myself not able to put the book down and in fact have read it three times. I greatly look forward to the completion of the series. I hope some publishers take notice...
Book Description
Discusses the novel, "The Mark of the Angel"
Customer Reviews:
Good--but..........2006-10-09
J.J. was a petite, fragile-appearing woman who had incredible skills as a bodyguard. I liked the fact that Miguel, while being on the macho side, listened to J.J.'s opinions. He didn't however follow them. J.J. did not act his bodyguard but was more cover for him except he was the one always protecting her. She became somewhat wimpy. I liked the characters and the plot idea was great, it just wasn't what the book ended up being about.
FEMALE BODYGUARD.......2006-02-25
J.J. Blair is sent to a South American country to guard a presidential candidate, Miguel Ramirez. She must pretend to be his fiancee, so no one will know that he has a bodyguard. J.J. works for the Dundee Agency out of Atlanta, GA. Fast running and exciting story. Ramirez expects his bodyguard to be a hard as nails, large woman and J.J. to petite and independent. They both want to be in charge, but come to an understanding. Excellent book!!!
Great story line........2005-08-13
Woman is small peite and all that she should be, but J.J. can kick butt with the best. She is the perfect bodyguard for a prospective leader of a Spanish nation in South America. She will keep him safe as he approaches the voting deadline for Presidente!
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Author: Rafael Ramírez H.
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Date: October 26, 2000
Publisher: Edicional Siempre
Volume: 47
Issue: 2471
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The Old Goose Woman
Eve Rouke
Manufacturer: The World Publishing Company
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000NZZ0NO |
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