Book Review: Lazarus vol #1

Book: Lazarus volume #1: Family (issues #1-4) by Greg Rucka with illustrations by Michael Lark and colors by Santi Arcas

Edition: I'm reading the trade

Rating: 5 stars

Review:

This was not a disappointing read at all, it was amazing. The writing was strong and had a superb story.

In this futuristic story, there are no longer any governments but now land is owned and governed by some of the wealthiest families. And each family has a protector or better known as the Lazarus and the Carlyle Family's protector is Forever.

Despite that fact that Forever is the Lazarus she considers herself to be a part of the family but there is something going on that's starting to make her doubt them. In the background, the reader can see how conniving and distrustful (and dysfunctional) the Carlyle Family really is. And all of that just might cost Forever her life.

This was truly an amazing first group of issues. Greg Rucka did an amazing job creating this unique and interesting world that's filled with danger and suspense. I also liked the artwork by Michael Lark it went well with the story.

After the fourth issue there is a short prequel story that sort of introduces the father and gives you a glimpse into their world.

The first volume of Lazarus is totally worth reading especially if you're looking for something different to read.

Currently Reading: Lazarus vol #1 and The Tyrant's Daughter

Okay, I'm going to attempt reading this again. I had to buy the trade edition because my copy of the 4th issue had been damaged and I couldn't read it.

Book: Lazarus volume #1: Family (issues #1-4) by Greg Rucka with illustrations by Michael Lark and colors by Santi Arcas

Edition: I'm reading the trade

Description:

In a dystopian near-future, government is a quaint concept, resources are coveted, and possession is 100% of the law. A handful of Families rule, jealously guarding what they have and exploiting the Waste who struggle to survive in their domains. Forever Carlyle defends her family's holdings through deception and force as their protector, their Lazarus. Shot dead defending the family home, Forever's day goes downhill from there...

This seems like it will be interesting, looking forward to reading it.

Book: The Tyrant's Daughter by J.C. Carleson

Source: Borrowed from Publisher/NetGalley for an honest review

Publication: Available now

Description:

From a former CIA officer comes the riveting account of a royal Middle Eastern family exiled to the American suburbs.

When her father is killed in a coup, 15-year-old Laila flees from the war-torn middle east to a life of exile and anonymity in the U.S. Gradually she adjusts to a new school, new friends, and a new culture, but while Laila sees opportunity in her new life, her mother is focused on the past. She’s conspiring with CIA operatives and rebel factions to regain the throne their family lost. Laila can’t bear to stand still as an international crisis takes shape around her, but how can one girl stop a conflict that spans generations?

Reading Postponed for Lazarus vol #1

I'm unable to read the fourth issue so I either have to see if I can find another one at the comic book store or I'm going to have to buy the trade edition. So, until then I will be holding off reviewing until I can read the last issue in the volume.

Book: Lazarus volume #1: Family (issues #1-4) by Greg Rucka with illustrations by Michael Lark and colors by Santi Arcas

Description:

In a dystopian near-future, government is a quaint concept, resources are coveted, and possession is 100% of the law. A handful of Families rule, jealously guarding what they have and exploiting the Waste who struggle to survive in their domains. Forever Carlyle defends her family's holdings through deception and force as their protector, their Lazarus. Shot dead defending the family home, Forever's day goes downhill from there...