Publisher: Vertigo
Writer: Scott Snyder
Artist: Sean Gordon Murphy
Colorist: Matt Hollingsworth
Later than usually scheduled, but my comic of the month for last week is The Wake by Snyder and Murphy. I have been waiting for this title since it was announced some time ago. Having recently really got into American Vampire to then find out it is having a 'holiday'. I was intrigued to see that Snyder was slated for this title, considering he is currently writing the critically acclaimed Batman and the upcoming Superman Unchained. Some of Snyder's best work has been his American Vampire series at Vertigo.
The Wake does not disappoint and as first issues go it does a great job of introducing the characters setting up plot points. The art in this issue is gorgeous, and really helped by Hollingsworth's colours to create a great sense of atmosphere. I enjoyed Sean Gordon Murphy's art so much I went out and bought myself a Trade Paperback copy of Punk Rock Jesus, which I am saving for a rainy day. If you're looking for a comic with a great story, from one of the best writers in the business, great art and coloring then The Wake is your place to go. I look forward to learning more about this Sci-Fi/ Horror and look forward to seeing what this life threatening danger is lurking at the bottom of the ocean, what is that sound that sends chills down the spine of our lead character?
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