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As a King fan, I'd somehow avoided the Dar Tower series, probably because I didn't want to commit to a number of long books. However, finding this in a beautiful graphic form and still seeing King's distinctive stamp on it was a pleasure indeed. Now it's got me eyeing the text versions.highly recommended for all King fans and comics fans.Scott NicholsonThe Red Church vs. They Hunger
Excellent reading and art-work. Whether you like comics or not, whether you like Stephen King or not, this is a spectacular series to own and read. I VERY highly recommend.
Long-time fans of Stephen King's Gunslinger/Dark Tower series will find much to like in this semi-adaptation of Roland's younger years that chronicles Roland's emergence as a rookie Gunslinger, his first mission as well as the saga of his first love. The well-crafted story that originally spanned 7 comic-book issues remains accessible enough that newcomers with no exposure to the Stephen King novels will have no problem getting acclimated and accustomed to the characters by the end of the first chapter. Those already well versed in this universe will find much to like in this 'expanded' retelling of a storyline previously touched on in flashback sketches. The art work and pacing are excellent, and purchasers of the hard-back edition will appreciate the solid glossy paper.
This is the first of the series I have read thus far, book or graphic novel. It took a bit getting used to, but it turned out to be such a rich and clever novel. The book managed to give enough detail, so that I could catch on to names and key points easily.If you're looking for something new and tired of the same old same old superhero, you gotta get this. I have read nothing at all like this, and it feels like a whole new genre. Stephen King's entrance into graphic novels is warmly welcomed. Its a enormously sophisticated piece of work, with visuals unlike any comic book. I gotta say I was impressed. The storyline was a little hard to follow, due to the lack of previous dark tower experience, but I managed to catch on as it progressed.
The whole world feels fresh and exciting, with little to no influence of other fantasy shown.At first I was a little overwhelmed with the differences this comic has from others. It's not easy to read at first, because it reads like a intelligent Stephen King novel. It's a trip to a totally different world, and I'm planning to return again and again. If you want a western inspired fantasy world with some of the best writing you can find out there, this is your ticket.
Received product as promised, description of book was precise. A must read for every Gunslinger fan.
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