Shadow Doctor #2

Shadow Doctor blew me away in its first issue and the second is just as strong, if not more so with the foundations already setup. The story of Nathaniel is engaging in the main pieces we've seen so far and I hope Calloway is able to take us through much more of his life over the course of it than just these early years as I imagine there are a lot of good tales to come from it, or at the least, engaging views to express through someone that lived through all of this just under a hundred years ago. Georges Jeanty has put together another fantastic looking installment and the book as a whole is just brilliant – except for the covers that seem to actively work against it. Read Full Review

And it's a really interesting story. What happens in Shadow Doctor #2 is unexpected with ups and downs and some really fascinating twists. The fact that this true has sucked me in even more. I have to know what happens next for Nathaniel and where the story goes. For those that enjoy mob and crime stories, this is a must. For those that like history, this is a must. And for those that enjoy history about race in America, this absolutely is a must. Shadow Doctor #2 is one of the most original comics on the shelf and beyond engaging. Read Full Review

There are hundreds of adaptations of Capone out there and this one definitely leans on the more sympathetic side of the crime boss' legacy. But it's also not afraid to show the warts of Capone's quick temper and casual racism, making him feel more fully formed as a character. Read Full Review

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Mar 27, 2021

Shadow Doctor Issue: 2 “Ancestral Sin” Publisher: @aftershockcomics Writer: Peter Calloway Artist: @kabalounge Colorist: Juancho! Letterer: @brick_monster Cover: @markchidc Editor: @mikejmarts Nathaniel Calloway is desperate to make it as a doctor during the Prohibition-era in Chicago. Due to the color of his skin, he is unfortunately unable to find work at any Chicago hospital nor is he able to secure a loan from a bank to start his own practice. Now he has turned to someone from his past, Al Capone. However, asking for money from the mob is like making a deal with the Devil. Out of options, he has no other choice but to ask for this deal so he can have a chance to prove his worth to a world that doesn’t accep t his his kind. We are two issues deep in this historical story. Racism as been apart of history for the longest time and of course still exists in present time. This story follows a young black man going through it all as he goes through extreme measures to make his dream a reality. The fact that this is based on a true story is absolutely mind blowing. There have been countless stories showing us the history of Al Caprone’s brutality, but this story has yet to highlight that. So far we have seen a more sympathetic and compassionate side of Capone. Even though we are seeing the sympathetic side of the famous crime boss, he still lets everyone know the consequences if he is crossed or failed. Now that Nathaniel has received his help, it’ll be interesting to follow his journey moving forward and learn more about Caprone’s involvement as well. I really enjoy how the artwork reflects this time period. This series is off to a hot start and I highly recommend everyone give it a chance. Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4/5) Reviewed By: @mcruz2189 of The Comic Book Club of Instagram Follow: @the_comic_book_club on Instagram for more reviews! more