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October 21st 2008
by Del Rey/Dabel Brothers
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Hardcover, 168 pages
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0345507460
(isbn13: 9780345507464)
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When the supernatural world spins out of control, when the police can’t handle what goes bump in the night, when monsters come screaming out of nigh...more
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Read in February, 2009
This could be either a teen or adult graphic novel, since the Dresden Files fiction titles are considered to be adult titles. But if you are a fan, you will want to read this first graphic novel of the Dresden Files, particularly since it's an original story that takes place before his first title Storm Front.
Although there is a lot of violence, it is not very explicit, which makes it more acceptable for teen readers. Since I am an avid fan of the series, I enjoyed it, and particu...more
Although there is a lot of violence, it is not very explicit, which makes it more acceptable for teen readers. Since I am an avid fan of the series, I enjoyed it, and particu...more
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Read in February, 2009
Though I am not a connoisseur of graphic novels (more commonly called comic books when I was a child) I picked this up on the strength of the author's reputation. I was not dissappointed. Once again Mr. Butcher provides a witty, fast-paced, spell-binding (no pun intended) story that grips the reader and won't let him go. Butcher collaborated with an up-and-coming artist on the actual flavor of the books, so we got a good look at what Dresden looks like in Butcher's mind. The only surprise th...more
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recommends it for:
jody hampton; stephanie hatch; cris m.
My first graphic novel to actually get through, let alone really enjoy. I'd attribute it to already really liking the characters, but that didn't get me through the Odd Thomas graphic novel. I think attribution really goes to good writing and graphics. In the introduction to the graphic novel, the author notes that he's always pictured the Dresden Files in his head as a comic book anyway, so he was pleased to get this going.
This graphic novel totally stands alone as enjoyable to peop...more
This graphic novel totally stands alone as enjoyable to peop...more
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Read in May, 2009
Jim Butcher admits in the introduction that in his head, Harry Dresden plays out in comic book / graphic novel form, and so he's really excited about the opportunity to "translate" his books into this medium. "Welcome to the Jungle" is a made-for-graphic-novel prequel to Storm Front, in celebration -- and anticipation of -- the books ebing converted into graphic novel form.
I don't appreciate this medium as much as I do a regular, good old book, I admit. Howev...more
I don't appreciate this medium as much as I do a regular, good old book, I admit. Howev...more
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Read in November, 2008
Welcome to the Jungle takes place before Jim Butcher’s first book, Storm Front. Here our favorite paranormal detective and wizard, Harry Dresden, is called upon by the Chicago police to help investigate a brutal animal attack at the zoo that has left a security guard dead. But as you can probably guess, there appears to be something more of a supernatural nature behind this mauling. Once again, Harry finds himself the target of some pretty wicked dark forces as he tries to figure out who or wh...more
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Read in January, 2009
A trademark blend of magic, noir and sarcasm Welcome to the Jungle is a full color example of why Jim Butcher's Harry Dresden is so popular.
A special consultant to the Chicago police, Harry is called in when a man is found dead at the zoo under mysterious circumstances. The brass wants to blame Moe the gorilla, put him down and be done with it. Special Investigations lead Karrin Murphy knows the evidence isn't adding up so she leaves the legwork that she can't explain to her bosses t...more
A special consultant to the Chicago police, Harry is called in when a man is found dead at the zoo under mysterious circumstances. The brass wants to blame Moe the gorilla, put him down and be done with it. Special Investigations lead Karrin Murphy knows the evidence isn't adding up so she leaves the legwork that she can't explain to her bosses t...more
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Read in April, 2009
This pretty much a Butcher short-story in graphic novel form. The setting is before the first novel Storm Front. The story itself is a bit on the weak side - it doesn't seem to cover the humor that is in so important to the Dresden books. I guess Harry feels a little more ragged-edged and younger than the more competant Harry of say Turn Coat.
There are a few character sketch/concept art in the back of this volume that I think provides some extra insight into how the author sees the...more
There are a few character sketch/concept art in the back of this volume that I think provides some extra insight into how the author sees the...more
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Read in October, 2008
Timeline wise, this would fit in to the earlier part of the Dresden Files series. Dresden is called in to investigate an odd murder at a zoo, and of course, things go downhill as only they can when he is involved. More murder, mayhem and magic ensue.
Well illustrated - I thought the graphics were spot on for the characters - and a good story. Well worth the read.
Well illustrated - I thought the graphics were spot on for the characters - and a good story. Well worth the read.
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Read in January, 2009
Aside from inconsistencies with Storm Front (and the series in general), it was a good read. I'm not sure I like the images, though. Syaf doesn't really seem to know how to draw women, and Harry's dealing with Murphy, a female zookeeper, and a bunch of hags. It was a recipe for disaster graphically.
Having read most, if not all, of the Dresden Files novels, I found that my mental image of most things didn't really match up. I'd complain, but Butcher says up front that he has always s...more
Having read most, if not all, of the Dresden Files novels, I found that my mental image of most things didn't really match up. I'd complain, but Butcher says up front that he has always s...more
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Read in May, 2009
This is a good introduction into the world of Harry Dresden, a wizard working as a police consultant in Chicago. The Dresden Files are a series of suspense/mystery/crime solving stories set in modern-day Chicago, with a supernatural twist - consider it an adult, American version of Harry Potter doing the grungy private detective routine.
I have really enjoyed the books I have come across so far - written in a 1st-person style with good humor and suspense.
This graphic nove...more
I have really enjoyed the books I have come across so far - written in a 1st-person style with good humor and suspense.
This graphic nove...more
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Read in March, 2009
This is a graphic novel that takes place before the first book in the Dresden Files. I enjoyed both the story and the illustrations.
Something is loose at the Lincoln Park Zoo that has mauled and killed a security guard. Everyone wants to blame the ape but when Harry is called in by Murphy (head of Special Investigations) he discovers that something much more sinister is afoot. What with more killings and now being hunted himself, Harry must find out what supernatural presence is l...more
Something is loose at the Lincoln Park Zoo that has mauled and killed a security guard. Everyone wants to blame the ape but when Harry is called in by Murphy (head of Special Investigations) he discovers that something much more sinister is afoot. What with more killings and now being hunted himself, Harry must find out what supernatural presence is l...more
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Read in April, 2009
The graphic novel takes place before Storm Front, the first book in the series.
I'm impressed with it for the most part. There were a few small things that I didn't think quite matched the book, but not enough to make a fuss about and to ruin the enjoyment of it.
The characters look pretty much like I expected them to. Of course, being a prequel of sorts, there were only five characters(if you count Mister and Bob) that come back in the novels.
I also felt tha...more
I'm impressed with it for the most part. There were a few small things that I didn't think quite matched the book, but not enough to make a fuss about and to ruin the enjoyment of it.
The characters look pretty much like I expected them to. Of course, being a prequel of sorts, there were only five characters(if you count Mister and Bob) that come back in the novels.
I also felt tha...more
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Read in October, 2008
I've missed Harry Dresden. This was a great read, and the artwork is gorgeous. Looking forward to more graphic novel adventures with Chicago's Own Wizard.
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Eh, for 4 issues I figured that there would be more story. The art is great and the story is original, but I was expecting more...
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Read in January, 2008
This one was JUST like Butcher's regular novels. I don't know if the story was necessarily enhanced by being in graphic novel style, but nothing was taken away. Dresden is just as sarcastic, Bob is just as horney, and the plot is just as good. There were parts where I was definitely snickering out loud while reading this. I am a big fan of graphic novels but I was quite surprised that is was just as good as the regular novel because usually there is so much more detail in typical novels. I woul...more
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Read in March, 2009
This is a prequel to Storm Front, the first of the Dresden File novels. The series transfers into graphic novel format quite well. The animation's nice, the story's great, and sometimes you'd just like to see the characters. Nothing changes here, whether it be character's personalities, or specific details like the car Harry drives.
If you're a fan of the series or would like to delve into something less lengthy than Storm Front to see how you like it, give it a go, and don't be turne...more
If you're a fan of the series or would like to delve into something less lengthy than Storm Front to see how you like it, give it a go, and don't be turne...more
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Read in January, 2008
Thought I had reviewed this already, but apparently not...
Graphic novel prequel to the Dresden files series. I thought the art was so-so, though apparently Butcher thinks its the most accurate depiction of his minds eye Harry that he's seen.
I read it a few months ago, and don't remember much of the plot so it was nothing spectacular. Mostly just worth a read if you're a Dresden fan already and want to read everything. I didn't think it was a particularly revealing prequel, bu...more
Graphic novel prequel to the Dresden files series. I thought the art was so-so, though apparently Butcher thinks its the most accurate depiction of his minds eye Harry that he's seen.
I read it a few months ago, and don't remember much of the plot so it was nothing spectacular. Mostly just worth a read if you're a Dresden fan already and want to read everything. I didn't think it was a particularly revealing prequel, bu...more
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Read in April, 2009
I don't normally read graphic novels, but I went out of my way to find this one, on the grounds that I'm such a huge fan of the Dresden Files that the prospect of a story set just before Storm Front was too tempting to pass up. Happily, I was not disappointed.
Welcome to the Jungle definitely has an early Dresden feel to it, story-wise; it gives us a very young Harry who's already established his off-again, on-again "consultant" gig with Murphy's unit at the Chicago PD. It a...more
Welcome to the Jungle definitely has an early Dresden feel to it, story-wise; it gives us a very young Harry who's already established his off-again, on-again "consultant" gig with Murphy's unit at the Chicago PD. It a...more
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why - why are magicians and sorcerers in comic books always so ridiculous?
Mysterio is an asshole with a fishtank on his head
Zatanna can do anything by saying words backwards
Dr. Strange is campily hilarious
it's all pretty colored lights and stupid spells and weird costumes and absolutely no limitations on what they can do ... Gaiman at least makes it seem original. the rest of this is hackery.
points to Dresden for making the guy's $$$ brokeness a major p...more
Mysterio is an asshole with a fishtank on his head
Zatanna can do anything by saying words backwards
Dr. Strange is campily hilarious
it's all pretty colored lights and stupid spells and weird costumes and absolutely no limitations on what they can do ... Gaiman at least makes it seem original. the rest of this is hackery.
points to Dresden for making the guy's $$$ brokeness a major p...more
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Read in October, 2008
I enjoyed it. The plot was good, and it was nice seeing Harry, Murphy and even Carmichael again. For the record, that was one thing I enjoyed about the TV version of the Dresden Files -- seeing Harry on cases, rather than out saving the world (or at least Chicago), something it seems like he is called to do more and more in the books. It was one thing that made me sad about the TV series's cancellation, and I would love it if Jim Butcher continued to do short stories about Harry's casework. ...more
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