What do you think?
Rate this book
Frank Frazetta's Death Dealer
Rare book
192 pages, Hardcover
First published May 8, 2007
About the author
Joshua Ortega
94 books14 followersJoshua Ortega is an author and journalist best known for his novel Frequencies, as well as his comic book and graphic novel work on entertainment properties such as Star Wars, Spider-Man, Batman, Star Trek, The Escapist, and The Necromancer.
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 9 of 9 reviews
March 6, 2026
nice comic interpretation of this great Frazetta character. Recommended
December 30, 2016
This big and beautiful book is sure to please fans of Frank Frazetta as well as lovers of comics or great fantasy art. Although it does not contain original Frazetta art, Nat Jones and Jay Fotos bring Frazetta's most iconic character to life like never before while sticking to the style that makes Frazetta paintings so powerful. Together with Joshua Ortega, these artists have created a strikingly vivid atmosphere with mystery, adventure, and beauty that I'm sure Frazetta himself is happy with. This deluxe hardcover edition is of the highest quality, with tight binding, glossy, full-color pages, and a red ribbon page holder. It comes in a black slipcase with a certificate of authenticity stating that it is part of a limited edition and will never be reprinted. Hopefully future Death Dealer stories by this team are produced in a similar format.
The story here is good but short. Even though this volume is over 190 pages, the actually comic story takes up little more than half of that space. It tells the tale of the rebirth of the Death Dealer, who comes to save the lands of Isparia from the menacing Mirahan, a sort of daemon bent on destroying all of life. The Death Dealer himself remains much of a mystery here, never uttering a word, but facing the darkness with grim determination. Other characters in the story are more developed and bring the human emotions of love, fear, bravery, and sacrifice. The story primarily revolves around them.
This deluxe edition also contains a number of very nice extras. A bio about Frank Frazetta written by his son is very good and highlights Frazetta's amazing life so far. Lots of additional art (including finished work and sketches by Nat Jones) fill out this volume nicely. A large portion of this book is dedicated to this extra art making this volume desirable even to those who already own the comics contained within.
Overall, this is an excellent tribute to Frazetta's creation, full of breathtaking art and containing a good story. This limited edition is sure to be a highly sought-after collector's item.
The story here is good but short. Even though this volume is over 190 pages, the actually comic story takes up little more than half of that space. It tells the tale of the rebirth of the Death Dealer, who comes to save the lands of Isparia from the menacing Mirahan, a sort of daemon bent on destroying all of life. The Death Dealer himself remains much of a mystery here, never uttering a word, but facing the darkness with grim determination. Other characters in the story are more developed and bring the human emotions of love, fear, bravery, and sacrifice. The story primarily revolves around them.
This deluxe edition also contains a number of very nice extras. A bio about Frank Frazetta written by his son is very good and highlights Frazetta's amazing life so far. Lots of additional art (including finished work and sketches by Nat Jones) fill out this volume nicely. A large portion of this book is dedicated to this extra art making this volume desirable even to those who already own the comics contained within.
Overall, this is an excellent tribute to Frazetta's creation, full of breathtaking art and containing a good story. This limited edition is sure to be a highly sought-after collector's item.
May 10, 2020
As a fan of sword & sorcery comics this is one the greatest among the best. Wonderful artwork & amazing story line. And an oversized deluxe edition makes the pleasure of reading and watching really BIG. Too bad the bindings of book are not well done and I had to fix my one with clue to make it last to the future days.
June 26, 2008
I really wanted to like this more. I'm a long-time fan of Frazetta's work and a recovering comic geek. The art was good but not great and the story wasn't strong enough to push it into four-star status. Don't think I'd pay the $50 for it.
August 28, 2012
Very old school sword and sorcery. Worth a read, and the art is great.
May 23, 2019
I actually read the four paperbacks. I accidentally chose this now GE hard bound. I’d like to have it.
Other than the hobbit and the Lord of the rings I don’t recall reading much of that type of fantasy. My eclectic journey through books of all sorts took me to a lot of places.
A close friend loaned me the four paperbacks, the complete series. I could not put it down.
I got caught up and Frank Frazetta’s fantasy. I saw it all in my mind as I read it. It was intimate as an observer into what seems to be a real place. Different than here.
Frank Frazetta’s art work is famous. The covers on his books are his.
Want a good fantasy to escape into? Go with the Death Dealer. I loved it.
Yes. There is violence and gore described.
Other than the hobbit and the Lord of the rings I don’t recall reading much of that type of fantasy. My eclectic journey through books of all sorts took me to a lot of places.
A close friend loaned me the four paperbacks, the complete series. I could not put it down.
I got caught up and Frank Frazetta’s fantasy. I saw it all in my mind as I read it. It was intimate as an observer into what seems to be a real place. Different than here.
Frank Frazetta’s art work is famous. The covers on his books are his.
Want a good fantasy to escape into? Go with the Death Dealer. I loved it.
Yes. There is violence and gore described.
February 1, 2013
I am a HUGE Frazetta fan & was thrilled to get my hands on this original story and artwork by obvious fans of his work Death Dealer. Of course, Frazetta's iconic series of Death Dealer paintings need no words to create a fantastical & chilling tale upon viewing. Hats off to Nat Jones, Jay Fotos & Joshua Ortega for attempting this feat. This is actually 3.5 stars.
While the story is somewhat predictable, it did read quickly. It would have been more interesting to expand on the original legend some more and flesh out the actual kingdom of Ipargia. The background seemed rushed & is reminiscent of the child Kelland's impatience at the beginning of the novel to "get to the good stuff" when his dad is telling him the bedtime story of the Death Dealer. The same holds true with some of the fight scenes. They are rushed & the dark palette chosen makes it difficult to see what is happening.
The artwork is quite excellent overall & it's obvious the artists are attempting to honor Frazetta's style, including his choice of colors. However, the colors don't quite match Frazetta; he is one-of-a-kind. And the nature of the fight scenes calls for less shadows during some moments.
It is a pricey title at $50, but fans of Frazetta will appreciate the details put into this special edition slip-covered book. A lovely two page interview with Frank Frazetta, Jr. describes his father's artistic process and remembrances of growing up. The complete gallery of Frazetta's Death Dealer paintings (full page) are included. Several full color pages of alternate covers are included as well as a script to ink gallery.
While the story is somewhat predictable, it did read quickly. It would have been more interesting to expand on the original legend some more and flesh out the actual kingdom of Ipargia. The background seemed rushed & is reminiscent of the child Kelland's impatience at the beginning of the novel to "get to the good stuff" when his dad is telling him the bedtime story of the Death Dealer. The same holds true with some of the fight scenes. They are rushed & the dark palette chosen makes it difficult to see what is happening.
The artwork is quite excellent overall & it's obvious the artists are attempting to honor Frazetta's style, including his choice of colors. However, the colors don't quite match Frazetta; he is one-of-a-kind. And the nature of the fight scenes calls for less shadows during some moments.
It is a pricey title at $50, but fans of Frazetta will appreciate the details put into this special edition slip-covered book. A lovely two page interview with Frank Frazetta, Jr. describes his father's artistic process and remembrances of growing up. The complete gallery of Frazetta's Death Dealer paintings (full page) are included. Several full color pages of alternate covers are included as well as a script to ink gallery.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 26, 2025
Time Flies on Quicksilver Wings ...
Two warring kingdoms
Good sword-and-sorcery type story in this issue, setting the scene for epic, dark magic and brutal dealings. The familial love and lovers aspect was potent. The art is great and the Frank Frazetta cover is A+.
Two warring kingdoms
Good sword-and-sorcery type story in this issue, setting the scene for epic, dark magic and brutal dealings. The familial love and lovers aspect was potent. The art is great and the Frank Frazetta cover is A+.
March 27, 2011
Pretty art, but a tired, hackneyed story.
Displaying 1 - 9 of 9 reviews