We3

Title
We3

Library Link

We3
Morrison, Grant.New York : DC Comics, c2005.Year: c2005Format: BOOK

10 Second Review
Follows three experimental bioengineered animal-warriors and their reaction to pending termination.

More concept then story here but still worth reading.
Creative and haunting, this is a clever idea with excellent art.

Notes
Written by Grant Morrison

Learning Curve
Low: Good for new readers but might be too violent for some readers.

Reading Order
N/a

The Man in the High Castle

Title
The Man in the High Castle

Library Link
The man in the high castle

Dick, Philip K.New York : Vintage Books, 1992.Year: 1992Format: BOOK

10 Second ReviewThe Axis Powers won World War 2 and the United States has been divided into Japanese, Nazi and neutral zones. The story follows the lives of individuals adapting to the new world order.

This is an excellent and disturbing story that explores 'what if' the Nazi's won the war. Interesting from many angles the author explores little known elements of history, the culture clash and regular life.

Notes
Hugo Award Winner

Learning Curve
Moderate: Those new to sci-fi or Philip K. Dick might find this a bit confusing.

Reading Order
N/a

Amazing Spider-man One More Day

Title
Amazing Spider-man One More Day

Library Link
Spider-Man.

One more dayStraczynski, J. Michael, 1954-New York : Marvel ; London : Diamond
[distributor], c2008.Year: c2008Format: BOOK

10 Second Review
Despite Iron Man's promises, Spider-man beloved aunt is attacked and Spidey turns to the only individual with the power to help.

While the concept of this book may turn off fans, the story is well executed and an enjoyable read. This book manages to capture emotions in an effective fashion that eludes most titles.

Notes
This is the infamous 'Deal with the Devil' book.

Learning Curve
Low to moderate: Might be confusing for those unfamiliar with the Civil War series

Reading Order
Occurs after events in Civil War.

Counter Clock World

Title
Counter Clock World

Library LinkCounter-clock world

Dick, Philip K.New York : Vintage Books, 2002.Year: 2002Format: BOOK

10 Second ReviewImagine if there was a limit to time.
And when time ran out, it started working backwards.

What would happen when all those people in graveyards started to wake up?

An excellent, thought provoking story.

Notes
Librarians take on a strange role in this book.

Learning CurveLow: Good for new readers

Reading OrderN/a

Spider-man Wild Blue Yonder

Title
Spider-man Wild Blue Yonder

Library Link

http://catalog.houstonlibrary.org/search~S1
Available
at Lakewood Public Library
DC Comics, February 2005, by R. Hudlin

10 Second Review
Spidey finds a new place to stay and a new job while fending off the Absorbing Man. At the Daily Bugle, a new reporter from a small town shows up with some interesting talents.

Good story and good art. A fun and enjoyable book.

Notes
Part of the Marvel Knight series

Learning Curve
Low: Good for new readers

Reading Order
N/a

Teen Titans: On the Clock

Title
Teen Titans: On the Clock

Library Link
Teen Titans : on the clock

On the clockMcKeever, Sean.New York : DC Comics, c2008.Year: c2008Format: BOOK

10 Second Review
The bad guys exploit tension on the team while Ms. Martian struggles with her alternative self.

Good story and chock full of teen angst.

Notes
This book focuses largely on Kid Devil.

Learning Curve
Low: Should be good for new readers

Reading Order
N/a

Batman RIP

Title
Batman RIP

Library Link
Batman R.I.P.

R.I.P.Morrison, Grant.New York : DC Comics, c2009.Year: c2009Format: BOOK

10 Second Review
Batman go crazy now.
A group of villains attempt to push Batman over the edge.

An interesting examination that will leave the reader to wonder what did and didn't happen.

Notes
Check out the new Bat-suit!

Learning Curve
Moderate: Readers new to Batman might be confused.

Reading Order
N/a

Batman and the Outsiders: The Snare

Title
Batman and the Outsiders: The Snare

Library Link
Batman and the Outsiders : the snare

SnareNew York : DC Comics, c2009.Year: c2009Format: BOOK

10 Second Review
Batman sends the team to China to investigate a covert operation going on behind the Moon.

Good story and good art. An easy, fun read.

Notes
Batgirl and Nightwing make an appearance.

Learning Curve
Low: Good for new readers

Reading Order
N/a

Catherine, Called Birdy

Title
Catherine, Called Birdy

Library LinkCatherine, called Birdy

Cushman, Karen.New York : Clarion Books, c1994.Year: c1994Format: BOOK

10 Second Review
Catherine is the daughter of a knight who loves birds, pranks and fighting with her father. This story is set in England and gives the reader a glimpse of life in Medieval times. Like the Renaissance Festival without plumbing and a first aid station.

The story is fun and enjoyable and is told in the form of a journal so it reads more like a collection of short stories then a book. The story does have some clever elements however some may find this tiresome as the book progresses.

Notes
Newbery Winner

Learning Curve
Low: Good for new readers

Reading OrderN/a

Ultimate Power

Title
Ultimate Power

Library Link
Fantastic four,

Ultimate powerBendis, Brian Michael.New York : Marvel ; London : Diamond
[distributor], 2008.Year: 2008Format: BOOK

10 Second Review
The Marvel Ultimate series restarts their most popular titles with a more modern perspective.

Mr. Fantastic sends probes to an alternate universe with unfortunate consequences. While listed as Fantastic Four this book includes almost all the major players from the Marvel Ultimate Universe.

Great story and great art, this is a fun book to read.

Notes
Squadron Supreme plays a major role.

Learning Curve
Low to Moderate: Some new readers might be confused.

Reading Order
N/a

Terraforming Earth

Title
Terraforming Earth

Library Link
Terraforming earth

Terra forming earthWilliamson, Jack, 1908-New York: Tor, 2001.Year: 2001Format:
BOOK

10 Second ReviewThis exceptional sci-fi book deals with the concept of creating a cloning station on the Moon with the purpose of reseeding the human population after a major disaster.

The story follows a handful of clones and their impact as thousands (millions...billions?) of years pass on Earth.

NotesWhile relatively new, this book reads like a sci-fi classic.

Learning CurveModerate: Those new to sci-fi might be confused

Reading Order
N/a

Teen Titans: Titans Around the World

Title
Teen Titans: Titans Around the World

Library Link
http://www.lakewoodpubliclibrary.blogspot.com/

Available at Lakewood Public Library
DC Comics, 02/14/2007, by Geoff Johns

10 Second Review
The Teen Titans struggle with new, estranged and missing members. Robin leads an investigation to discover which member is a traitor.

Designed for teens, some will find the Teen Titans a bit whiny and the story line confusing. The Teen Titans have had many members recently and that element adds to the confusion.

However, many will find this very popular series appealing.

Notes
Special Guest Stars: The Doom Patrol

Learning Curve
Moderate: New readers will likely be confused.

Reading Order
Occurs after Infinite Crisis

House of Leaves

Title
House of Leaves

Library Link
Mark Z. Danielewski's House of leaves

House of leavesDanielewski, Mark Z.New York : Pantheon Books, c2000.Year:
c2000Format: BOOK

10 Second Review
A popular book with a cult-like following that truly defies description.

On the surface it is the story of a young family that moves into a house that seems bigger then it should be. But it is also the story about a researcher investigating this incident. Actually, it's the story of some one who found the researchers notes.

Confused yet? You will be. Reading this book is like stumbling across the journal of a mad scientist.

You will be baffled, repulsed and unable to put this book down.
Read it!

NotesCheck the web for this book's interesting history.

Learning CurveModerate to High: Might confuse less sophisticated readers.

Reading Order
N/a

The Umbrella Academy

Title
The Umbrella Academy

Library Link
The Umbrella Academy .

Way, Gerard.Milwaukie, Or. : Dark Horse ; London : Diamond [distributor],
c2008.Year: c2008Format: BOOK

10 Second Review
A space alien adopts orphans with superpowers and things really start to get weird when they show up for his funeral.

Strange and fun, this is a creative book with great art.
A bit like Doom Patrol but less psychedelic.

Violence might be too much for younger readers.

Notes
Includes artist sketchbook

Learning Curve
Moderate: Might be confusing for those new to comics.

Reading Order
N/a