Mycroft Holmes and The Apocalypse Handbook

Name: Mycroft Holmes and The Apocalypse Handbook
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781785853005
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By Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

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Summary

Mycroft Holmes and The Apocalypse Handbook follows the brilliant yet reluctant Mycroft Holmes as he embarks on a globe-trotting adventure at the command of Queen Victoria and a secret British government organisation. A dangerous madman wields weapons centuries ahead of their time, threatening civilisation itself. Can Mycroft overcome his idle distractions and womanising ways to outmatch an adversary as clever as himself?

This graphic novel collection features new comic tales set in the acclaimed world crafted by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, author of the best-selling Mycroft series. It is an exciting read for fans of Mycroft Holmes and Sherlock Holmes.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This graphic novel is ideal for readers who enjoy intelligent detective stories, immersive period settings, and dynamic adventures. Fans of both Mycroft Holmes and Sherlock Holmes will find much to appreciate, as will those who appreciate visually striking comics with compelling narratives.

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All new adventures starring Mycroft Holmes by the author of the best-selling Mycroft series, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

Weekly/monthly genre/cult magazine interviews, features and reviews. Major comic/pop culture website interviews, features and reviews. Key genre/cult website and blog interviews, features and reviews. Competitions and giveaways across entertainment/Sci-fi/genre/cult websites and blogs. Titan-Comics.com promotional features and e-zine mailing to 150K database. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's name already had garnered widespread buzz following the announcement of the book, and more publicity and reviews will follow. Abdul-Jabbar has close ties with Leslie Klinger, the editor of The New Annotated Sherlock Holmes who encouraged the writing of Mycroft Holmes. Klinger's Holmsian credentials will garner credibility among the core audience. Mycroft Holmes is a character about whom little has been written, and the events in this book will foreshadow the character as he appears in the stories by Arthur Conan Doyle. As a Time magazine writer and media celebrity, Kareem's prominence in the media will lead up to active promotion for the book when it is published.

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All new adventures starring Mycroft Holmes by the author of the best-selling Mycroft series, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

Mycroft Holmes and The Apocalypse Handbook sees the diffident, brilliant Mycroft pulled into a globe-spanning adventure at the behest of Queen Victoria and a secret organisation at the heart of the British government. A madman is on the loose with civilisation-destroying weapons, each two hundred years in advance of the status quo. Can the smartest man in England set aside his idle, womanising ways for long enough to track down the foe that may be his match?

This all-new graphic novel collection presents brand new comic adventures set in the world created by the author of the best-selling Mycroft novel series, and is perfect for fans of Mycroft Holmes and Sherlock Holmes.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Praised as a "wild and clever ride" with "great story, awesome art and spectacular colours," this graphic novel has captivated Holmes enthusiasts. Reviewers commend the gripping plot, detailed Victorian-era artwork by Joshua Cassara, and smart, fast-paced dialogue. It has earned high ratings, including 10 out of 10 from Black Girl Nerds and 9 out of 10 from SciFi Online, and is noted for combining mystery, fun, danger, and adventure with a fresh take on a classic character.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781785853005

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 September 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Comics

Contributors:

Illustrated by Josh Cassara

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 170.0mm

Height: 259.0mm

Weight: 286g

Pages: 128

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