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geekwayne's review against another edition
3.0
'James Bond: Felix Leiter' by James Robinson with art by Aaron Campbell is a graphic novel that features the American friend of James Bond.
Felix, in this series, has suffered a tragedy that has left him without a hand or leg. His friend James has helped with state of the art prosthetics, but Felix still feels like a lesser man.
This time around, he finds himself in Tokyo teaming up with another familiar Bond name, Tiger Tanaka. The plot involves a Russian spy, and Felix may find himself in over his head.
I like the character of Felix and this story was ok. The art was adequate. I just found the whole thing pretty average.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Dynamite Entertainment, Diamond Book Distributors, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
Felix, in this series, has suffered a tragedy that has left him without a hand or leg. His friend James has helped with state of the art prosthetics, but Felix still feels like a lesser man.
This time around, he finds himself in Tokyo teaming up with another familiar Bond name, Tiger Tanaka. The plot involves a Russian spy, and Felix may find himself in over his head.
I like the character of Felix and this story was ok. The art was adequate. I just found the whole thing pretty average.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Dynamite Entertainment, Diamond Book Distributors, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
jcpdiesel21's review against another edition
2.0
A good idea, but the final result is too generic. I very much enjoyed Felix Leiter whenever he popped up during the James Bond series and he is definitely a character who deserves his own spotlight. While this book isn't bad, neither the story nor the artwork are anything particularly special, and I finished not feeling compelled to continue the series. A missed opportunity to create something truly special.
Thanks to NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this title.
Thanks to NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this title.
joshgauthier's review against another edition
4.0
*Received an advance copy from NetGalley*
I would say that this title has been my favorite out of the recent run of Bond and Bond-related comics. Giving Felix center stage, we are offered a slightly different type of story. While still providing all the action and attitude of a typical Bond-like adventure, Felix takes a less self-assured stance on events. He is not James Bond and he knows this. He is more caution at moments and more doubtful of his own abilities, while still rising to the challenges he is faced with.
Effectively plotted and intriguing, this volume brings some refreshing differences to the franchise while still delivering everything that long-time fans expect.
I would say that this title has been my favorite out of the recent run of Bond and Bond-related comics. Giving Felix center stage, we are offered a slightly different type of story. While still providing all the action and attitude of a typical Bond-like adventure, Felix takes a less self-assured stance on events. He is not James Bond and he knows this. He is more caution at moments and more doubtful of his own abilities, while still rising to the challenges he is faced with.
Effectively plotted and intriguing, this volume brings some refreshing differences to the franchise while still delivering everything that long-time fans expect.
professor_x's review against another edition
2.0
I logged this out of the library and didn't see that this was part of a larger series. It was a really short read and it looks likes there is more to the story than I know.
From what I did read I did enjoy. It was your typical spy thriller, nothing special. The characters didn't really stand out to me. I may have to give the full series another shot in the future, if I'm able to get my hands on the full story.
From what I did read I did enjoy. It was your typical spy thriller, nothing special. The characters didn't really stand out to me. I may have to give the full series another shot in the future, if I'm able to get my hands on the full story.
naughty_librarian's review against another edition
3.0
So, I might have liked this more if I had read this series in order, although I couldn't figure out which order they were supposed to go in and just dove in randomly. I have not read the original Fleming novels or seen the older Bond movies, but in a way I think that worked to my advantage as I had few expectations beyond sexy spy action, and on that, this certainly delivered. I would read more of this series!
jmbz38's review
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
marisacarpico's review against another edition
4.0
Jumping into this story en media res maybe isn't the best way to understand the writing, but wow is this art spectacular--particularly the panel layouts. Will probably get around to all these Bond comics eventually, but this one may have jumped to the top of my list.
stevenk's review against another edition
3.0
Felix is called to Japan to help Tiger Tanaka identify a Russian spy few others have seen, and he ends up helping Tanaka with a deadly biological attack in Japan. This is a Felix Leiter based on the book version that has left the CIA and is now a private investigator and consultant, feeling less sure of himself even with new prosthetic arm and leg provided by Bond early in the story. Felix is constantly unsure of himself but comparing yourself to James Bond and Tiger Tanaka would do that for almost anybody. The artwork does a good job of conveying the mood and location of the story whether on a crowded Tokyo street or the vastness of the ocean at night, in a cinematic style that works well with the plot
marcella's review
3.0
I liked the art. I also really liked the write-up in the back of every page. How nice to have a hero who knows he's a little mediocre.
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