Talent #1

CRITIC REVIEWS

• 9.0

  Comics Bulletin - Jacob Malewitz

  May 18, 2006

  Good premise doesnt always mean a good story but almost everything works in this first issue of Talent. Parts of the story have too much dialogue. Early in the issue a lot of explaining and analysis is done when Nicholas Dane is found. Later, when Dane is explaining himself, again, there is too much dialogue. This can be forgiven as the reader needs to understand the story in order to enjoy it. And a first issue almost always has a lot of telling to do. The strengths of this issue far outweigh its weaknesses. The writing is overtly cool, blending suspense and a grasp of the improbable. The suspense builds from panel to panel, and this peaks the readers curiosity. The writing is excellent because of an almost perfect combination of action and dialogue. No reader will be bored with the Talent #1. The artwork comes across like a cartoon with a lot of blacks and grays added. Its different than anything else being published by Boom! Studios because of Azacetas very human fig Read Full Review

• 7.0

  Comics Bulletin - Robert Murray

  May 15, 2006

  Despite my moaning and complaining, this was a very entertaining issue to read, and I will probably continue with this series. This is a slam-dunk concept that couldnt possibly fail in the first three issues of this series, but very well could be a let-down in the end if the writers dont keep their eyes on the ball. Still, my analytical comic reviewer persona aside, this is a title you should probably check out, because Issue #1 is a fun ride, and Im sure the excitement will continue into Issue #2. Not exactly bargain priced at $3.99, but thats an argument for another time. Read Full Review