House of El: The Shadow Threat #1

8.9

Critic Rating

6 Reviews
8.5

User Rating

4 Reviews
Writer Claudia Gray
Artist Eric Zawadzki

A brand-new vision of one of comics most famous tragedies-the first of a trilogy of young adult graphic novels by New York Times bestselling writer Claudia Gray and illustrator Eric Zawadzki!
Explore Krypton like never before: through the eyes of two teenagers on opposite sides of the same extinction-level event. Zahn is one of Krypton's elites: wealthy, privileged, a future leader. Sera is one of Krypton's soldiers: strong, dedicated, fearless. Their rule-bound society has ordained that their paths should never cross. But groundquakes are shaking the planet's surface. Rebellious uprisings are shaking the populace. Krypton's top scie more

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  • 10

    Comic Crusaders - Johnny "The Machine" Hughes

    Dec 02, 2020

    Taking a step backward may seem like an odd move for DC, especially as they are powering up for the Future State event. This is the first book of a planned three part arc; the second book due out in Fall of 2021. Whilst this may mean quite a delay in the minds of some fans, you certainly can't complain about the quality of this project. House of El is a great way to see more of the world of Krypton, lost when a baby Kal-El was rocketed away from it. Read Full Review

  • 9.6

    Forces Of Geek - Lenny Schwartz

    Jan 06, 2021

    The art is perfect too for this. It is another strong book in the DC Ink line. I enjoyed this very much, just like the others! Read Full Review

  • 9.0

    Geek Dad - Ray Goldfield

    Jan 05, 2021

    This is a fascinating book that broadens the scope of the DC OGN line and shows once again why it's where DC's best stories are being told. Read Full Review

  • 8.5

    AIPT - Keigen Rea

    Jan 06, 2021

    Add another book to the list of DC's YA successes! 'House of El Book One' delivers a strong and unique story in the crowded superhero genre. Read Full Review

  • 8.0

    Nerdly - Dean Fuller

    Jan 06, 2021

    I'll definitely be looking forward to reading the two remaining House of El books. Read Full Review

  • 8.0

    COMICON - James Ferguson

    Jan 20, 2021

    A new perspective on the last days of Krypton unfolds with a bit of Romeo & Juliet mixed in. Two teenagers rebel against their genetically engineered destiny as the planet begins to crumble around them. Read Full Review

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