Stormbreaker: The Graphic Novel
They have become a phenomenon. The Alex Rider adventures are now bestsellers the world over, and the book that started it all, Stormbreaker, is soon to be a major motion picture. Now is your chance to see this book visualized in a brand-new format, with bold, edgy, manga-like illustrations that bring Alex Rider to life in a way not seen before. For existing fans of the series, this graphic novel will be a must-have; for those yet to discover Stormbreaker, this will be the perfect introduction.
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They have become a phenomenon. The Alex Rider adventures are now bestsellers the world over, and the book that started it all, Stormbreaker, is soon to be a major motion picture. Now is your chance to see this book visualized in a brand-new format, with bold, edgy, manga-like illustrations that bring Alex Rider to life in a way not seen before. For existing fans of the series, this graphic novel will be a must-have; for those yet to discover Stormbreaker, this will be the perfect introduction. About the Author: Anthony Horowitz lives in London.KLIATTAlex Rider, the infamous young spy of the popular Alex Rider series and cinematic fame (Stormbreaker), has reemerged in a new format: his own graphic novel. Alex is recruited into an elite British spy operation after the murder of his uncle, an intelligence agent. He is sent to investigate the too-good-to-be-true Stormbreaker computers and their suspiciously philanthropic creator, Darrius Sayle. Once in Stormbreaker headquarters, Alex finds Sayle's motives to be extremely malicious. Now embroiled in a deadly plot, he must save England from an impending lethal attack from Sayle. The Alex Rider espionage novels have been extremely popular and well received. This adaptation won't fail its readers: the art is strong and confident, and the writing is well paced and captivating. The entire nature of the story is extremely cinematic, from its opening pages that serve as a prologue to the main fare. An excellent addition to a tween collection—this graphic novel has little objectionable content beyond what one may find in its PG-rated film counterpart. Give this to younger YAs who seek the action of graphic novels, but may not be old enough for many of the teen titles. This should be extremely popular for public and school libraries—if budgets allow, consider purchasing multiple copies.
\ KLIATT - Jennifer Feigelman\ Alex Rider, the infamous young spy of the popular Alex Rider series and cinematic fame (Stormbreaker), has reemerged in a new format: his own graphic novel. Alex is recruited into an elite British spy operation after the murder of his uncle, an intelligence agent. He is sent to investigate the too-good-to-be-true Stormbreaker computers and their suspiciously philanthropic creator, Darrius Sayle. Once in Stormbreaker headquarters, Alex finds Sayle's motives to be extremely malicious. Now embroiled in a deadly plot, he must save England from an impending lethal attack from Sayle. The Alex Rider espionage novels have been extremely popular and well received. This adaptation won't fail its readers: the art is strong and confident, and the writing is well paced and captivating. The entire nature of the story is extremely cinematic, from its opening pages that serve as a prologue to the main fare. An excellent addition to a ‘tween collection—this graphic novel has little objectionable content beyond what one may find in its PG-rated film counterpart. Give this to younger YAs who seek the action of graphic novels, but may not be old enough for many of the teen titles. This should be extremely popular for public and school libraries—if budgets allow, consider purchasing multiple copies.\ \ \ \ \ Children's Literature - Kathie M. Josephs\ The story begins in a London classroom where students are discussing what makes us what we are. Is it schooling, family, or something else? Alex explains it could not be family, as his parents died and an uncle who has a boring job in a bank in charge of customer care is raising him. After school, Alex's uncle calls him to say he is on his way home and that they would spend the weekend together. Out of nowhere, a gunman shoots his uncle and Alex learns the truth about who his uncle really was. He does not quite believe the story the police tell him about the way his uncle died, so Alex goes off on his own to find the truth. Special Agents from MIG intercept him and take him to their office. There they recruit him to do the same type of work his Uncle did for them. The story then takes the reader on an adventurous journey into the world of espionage, suspense, and evil. I understand why young adults would be drawn to this book, but I must admit that I do not particularly enjoy endorsing books that use killing, guns, and explosives to entertain our young people. That said, the book is well written and the illustrations are excellent. The character actually reminds me of a young James Bond and how he might have gotten his start in the world of spies. This is written in graphic form that is a favorite of mine, as I know it reaches students with a wide range of reading abilities. This is just one book in the series and I am sure more are to come, since the last words in the story are "The End?" I do recommend this book.\ \
