Genre: Science fiction, 2000 A.D. comics
Note: While this book can be read even if you have not read other Strontium Dog stories, there is continuity in the main plot lines of Strontium Dog stories. So reading this book would spoil previous books in the series for you. I recommend you read them in order.
This book collects stories from 2000 AD progs 600-606, 615-621, 636-641, 645-647 and 682-687 (1988-90). It has one long story following the Strontium Dog Johnny Alpha and about 4 shorter stories at the end.
The art in the book is simply fantastic. 90 % of the pages are in black and white with some pages colored. The details and clarity in the art is stunning.
The writing in the book is good. It has a sarcastic, cynical tone throughout the book which fits in with a world devastated by radioactivity and one that has a persecuted class of mutants born due to the radioactivity.
The story in this book is serviceable, the tale told is entertaining enough. It is not however good or great. The art plus the story make this into a above average package.
Rating: 3 / 5; Above average, recommended if you like Strontium Dog stories.
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