The Black Beetle, #1

[CBR News]

Francesco Francavilla brings both the pulp and the goodness to the pulpy heroic goodness of "The Black Beetle" #1.


Full article here.

[MajorHoy]

I'm looking forward to this. As to the comment

While some readers may find Francavilla's use of narrative caption boxes excessive, there is no denying their effectiveness in adding depth to the character as his action sequences progress.

I don't mind the idea of it . . . makes it sound like old-school detective story mode. (Just as long as the narrator doesn't sound like Gail Simone's New 52 Batgirl . )

[Crunch C.]

Great art and great story! This is a really good 1st issue that everyone should try! Dark Horse does it again!

[thwhtGuardian]

I liked the narration boxes, I felt they really gave it that classic comic feel that fit really well with the tone of the book.

That said, I think I liked the Night Shift story a little better, as I liked the supernatural spin it had, but still this was a great book to read.

[weeks]

looking forward to reading my copy. i really enjoyed night shift.

[Captain Craig]

Thumbed through this on the shelf and nearly got it.

The more narration the better in this day and age of decompression writing imo. Seems appropriate narration is a lost art by and large. Reading comments about that alone is another reason I should go back and get it.

[mystmaven]

He looks a bit like Night Owl of Watchmen Fame. I missed this one.

[TonyStark1012]

Actually just picked issue #0 and this up and loved it. I really enjoy pulp characters. Loved the story and of course the art. Looking forward to the next issue.