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Title: The Stone King (Justice League of America: Batman) by Alan Grant ISBN: 0-7434-1710-0 Publisher: Pocket Books Pub. Date: 01 March, 2002 Format: Mass Market Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $6.99 |
Average Customer Rating: 3.55 (11 reviews)
Rating: 4
Summary: A good comic-based novel
Comment: Over the last few years, there has been a dearth of good comic book-based novels, since the Marvel efforst have really faltered. I was pleased to see that DC has begun putting out books, starting with a few Batman novels, even a Wonder Woman book. Now they have started releasing Justice League books. It seems that they will be releasing them with a specific character as the focus, in this case Batman.
The book opens with the Justice League working their minds and muscles to save Gotham City from disaster. A result of their solution is that an ancient pyramid is uncovered, the archaeological find of all time it seems. Unfortunately, the history of that pyramid leads to disaster the world over in terms of the spirit of one who was slain there.
This spirit possesses a student and begins wreaking havoc. Having learned something of the world from this student, the first efforts are geared toward subduing those who could stop his planetary domination, the super heroes of the Justice League. He manages to capture most of the main lineup, as it were, with Batman escaping and Martian Manuhunter not being present. Since it is in Gotham, Batman is able to bring his resources to bear against the villain.
The action proceeds from there, with little in the way of surprises. I dislike how some things were mentioned again and again and again, as though the reader would forget them from one chapter to the next. It does not really detract from the story, however. Personally, I have grown unfamiliar with the DC universe, and this book served as a good refresher, in that the back story to many characters is given. There was one thing in particular that disturbed me, as to how one of the heroes escaped his prison, as it seemed he was just suddenly free, but such things happen in comics sometimes, so I am inclined to let it go. I think JLA fans will enjoy this book, Batman fans, too.
Rating: 5
Summary: thrilled
Comment: I found the book well written with good character discriptions. The book captures your attention and keeps you at the edge of your seat!!
Rating: 5
Summary: Excellent book for fans of Batman or the Justice League
Comment: "The Stone King", the first in a new series of novels featuring the Justice League of America, is an excellent story for those who are fans of the comic book. While Batman is the central character in this one, all but one of the "big 7" play a role in the overall story. The only one of the big 7 who has a minor appearance/role is Aquaman.
The story involves a pyramid that is unearthed when Gotham Dam breaks and exposes the long buried structure. Soon after, the individual members of the Justice League experience weird occurences (undead rising from their graves, an out of control subway train, a problem with a space shuttle launch, etc.), all of which have one thing in common -- the presence of a blue light. Eventually the team unites to fight the menace, but are all captured leaving Batman and the Martian Manhunter to save the team and the world.
Alan Grant, the writer of numerous comic books, gives a good background to many of the characters. The origins of Flash, Green Lantern, and Superman are described to help casual reader who may know little about the characters. Minor characters' origins are also revealed (Oracle, Scarecrow, Commissioner Gordon). Even longtime readers would find this background to the characters refreshing. Other heroes are mentioned (Plastic Man, Atom, Zauriel), but have minor roles. Overall, if you are a fan of the Justice League or any of its "big 7", you should enjoy this original novel.
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Title: Wonder Woman : Mythos by Carol Lay ISBN: 0743417119 Publisher: Star Trek Pub. Date: 31 January, 2003 List Price(USD): $6.99 |
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Title: Wings of War by Michael Jan Friedman ISBN: 0553487728 Publisher: Bantam Books for Young Readers Pub. Date: 22 October, 2002 List Price(USD): $4.99 |
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Title: Justice League of America: Green Lantern: Hero's Quest (Justice League of America, No 3) by Dennis O'Neil ISBN: 0743417127 Publisher: Pocket Books Pub. Date: March, 2003 List Price(USD): $6.99 |
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Title: The Flash: Stop Motion by Mark Schultz ISBN: 0743417135 Publisher: Pocket Star Pub. Date: 01 March, 2004 List Price(USD): $6.99 |
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Title: The Gauntlet by Louise Simonson ISBN: 0553487736 Publisher: Bantam Books for Young Readers Pub. Date: 22 October, 2002 List Price(USD): $4.99 |
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