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THowerton

Is Marvel's biggest event now a novel? Or is the story a novel approach to Marvel's biggest event?

Revisado en los Estados Unidos 🇺🇸 el 16 de febrero de 2023

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Two points to start with: 1) This “Civil War” is based on and adapted from the first such event chronicled in Marvel comics around 2006 and not the film adaptation of “Captain America: Civil War”. (2) Familiarity with the comics material will greatly enhance the reader’s ability to grasp the narrative. For any reader not acquainted with the characters already—forget about it. Readers familiar with the characters but not the source material should be able to follow the narrative alright and keep track of most of what is going on but there is a lot of back story to this epic event that doesn’t get covered in enough depth in the novelization. I am writing this review as someone familiar with the source material; indeed someone who believes that this event is one of the best in comic’s history.

When a team of teenage superheroes catch up to a group of super villains hanging out in a community they take a television crew and film their fight with the villains. Unfortunately for them one of the villains, a superhuman who can explode and then re-constitute his body, Nitro, is one of the super villains and he takes the teenage heroes out along with a good chunk of a town. Casualties are horrendous. It is the last straw for a beleaguered America tired and afraid of superhuman destruction and casualty and the American government passes a law requiring all persons who operate in this theater to cease and desist use of their power under threat of prosecution and detention or to become agents of the American government. Tony Stark, a.k.a. Iron Man, is onboard with this plan and has tried to get ahead of it and steer its course while Steve Rogers, a.k.a. Captain America, won’t go along with it as it is unconstitutional and so resists registration. The book follows the action-packed adventure of their sides trying to outmaneuver one another and ultimately engaging in brutal fights. What the book doesn’t cover (but several of the comics did) are political and philosophical arguments for each side and that both sides have strong plusses along with a few minuses. Therefore this novelization, while it can be exciting for its action and quick pace and for the optics of beloved heroes battling each other instead of super villains, neglects the deeper explorations that the bigger event covered and made it so pithy and worthwhile a read and rather brilliant. I would say that this book is really only for fans of the event and not for the general public. And that’s too bad. [Bonus star for the print being so nice and big for us older readers!]

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A. Moore

What did I just read?

Revisado en los Estados Unidos 🇺🇸 el 31 de mayo de 2012

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I was intrigued by this when it was first announced, because I thought it would be fun to relive the event, and be able to delve into Tony and Steve's minds while their friendship became yet another sacrifice in the Civil War.

Yeah, that didn't happen.

I will fully admit that I don't read these comics for the sake of seeing superheroes fight. For example, the new Avengers vs. X-men event I don't even care about, because the fighting doesn't interest me. That's what Marvel vs. Capcom is for. I don't want that in my comics. I care about these comics because of the human element. I love these characters. All of them. This event is painful for me because of everything that happens between our heroes-- how one simple opinion splits years of friendship and adoration for everyone involved and causes a lot of senseless fighting and deaths. This is why I thought that a prose version of Civil War was such a great idea, because we could get a better understanding of just what happened.

Instead, what you get is a rushed version of the events, leaving out almost all the character development.

All the pivotal scenes between our two main characters were cut out of this novel. Steve and Tony, in fact, only are together three times in this novel: at the funeral, the first trap and the second trap. We never really see any of Steve's turmoil, and his decision to lead the resistance is kind of just assumed and never explored (I mean, because really, you know that CAPTAIN AMERICA has to have issues with breaking the LAWS OF AMERICA). And for all the lack of grief Steve experiences for having to fight against Tony, they could have been complete strangers in this novel. Gone is the "you gave me a home" heart wrenching sequence. For being one of the two main characters, Steve gets 2 or 3 chapters in this book from his perspective, while Tony gets a large portion of the book (I should also mention that Tony is Extremis-less in this, one of the many many changes). Steve, in the end, comes off as a little off his rocker, and made me question what happened to the character of Steve Rogers. Instead of being torn between both sides of the argument because of the main characters making valid points, I found myself being horrified by how the supporting characters were acting on each side, thus torn between which side would be the lesser of the evils. Not the same predicament I found myself in while reading the comics.

There is also a lot of Spiderman in this. A LOT. Too much, really, for not being a big factor in the argument (although Tony tries to convince the reader otherwise). In fact, Tony's relationship with Peter plays a bigger role than his relationship with Steve, which by the cover of the book, you really wouldn't think was the case. I understand that a lot of people really like Spiderman, but Tony discusses in the book why he thinks Peter is one of the most powerful metahumans out there. It was at that point in the book, I started to be leery of it, because REALLY? There are so many more powerful metahumans than Peter Parker. (I would also like to mention something that could be considered a writer's nit-picking, but during the Spiderman portions of the book, in the narration the word "Spidey" is used instead of "Spiderman." Daredevil is shortened to DD and the Fantastic Four is changed to FF. This would be fine if it was dialogue and would be Peter calling them these things, but it was the narrator, and it was only for Spiderman's parts, so it was really jarring to suddenly have it be so informal.)

The book starts well, with great intentions, but by the halfway point, I was a bit bored, and 3/4 through I was ready for it to be over. The only highlight of the book is ending it where it did, because it makes Tony's story look like it has ended on a high note. But those familiar with the end of Civil War (because this doesn't go all the way to the end), know that everything is about to turn sour for Tony.

If I could get my money and time back, I would.

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Xander Phileas

Bon résumé de la bd

Revisado en Francia 🇫🇷 el24 de diciembre de 2021

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Intéressant, bon rythme on se laisse porter par cette « civil war » jusqu’au final surprenant

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Jmaynard

the Graphic Audio production is an excellent adaptation

Revisado en los Estados Unidos 🇺🇸 el 14 de abril de 2014

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I had already read all the Marvel Civil War graphic novel collections when I discovered Graphic Audio's production. I was looking for upcoming Marvel releases when this popped up.

I don't normally listen to audio books because I can read so much faster. However, the ones I have enjoyed have had full casts, like this one. GraphicAudio also uses sound effects and music/score to enhance the story. I found it to be more like a radio show than "a movie in your mind," mainly because of the substantial use of a narrator. The audience can't see the characters, so there is a lot of description of what people look like or are doing to set the stage. The voice actors are all very good, and I had no trouble differentiating between the various characters. The story flowed smoothly.

The full event encompasses 7 large hardcovers, so naturally a lot has been cut. Still, the adaptation is surprisingly faithful to the main event itself. Most of the cuts come from the tie-in material. Just as is the case with most book-to-film adaptations, the book is better. However, this audio production is excellent and a nice companion - even for those who have already read the graphic novels. I loved hearing the tone of voice when the characters were conversing; something you don't get with printed stories. At nearly six hours, this is a great option for long road trips. The story is a bit dark, so probably not good for the younger set but certainly teens and adults should enjoy it. Overall, this was very entertaining and I will definitely buy more titles from Graphic Audio, in particular the Marvel titles.

Note: this Audio book is still available direct from the publisher, Graphic Audio, along with other Marvel and DC audio productions.

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ian andrews

Interesting concept

Revisado en el Reino Unido 🇬🇧 el 9 de diciembre de 2013

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We've all seen films based on books, and probably films based on Graphic Novels and comic book heroes (X-men, Spidermen, Superman......) but I have never before read a book based on a Graphic Novel like this.

If you've read the Graphic Novel then you will know the story. If you haven't then let me summarise (without spoilers) for you - something bad happens and the US government bring in a law where anyone who has superhuman powers needs to be registered. Some like it, some don't (hence the title) and a typical action packed Marvel experience ensues.

Prose is easier to read on a commuter train than a Graphic Novel, but it does lack the illustrations.

If you like words and enjoy reading then this is definitely recommended. If your favourite part of Graphic Novels is the, ummmm, graphics then I would still recommend this so you can experience one of the best Marvel stories from a different perspective, but bear in mind there aren't any pictures....

I liked it.

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Marc

You will marvel at Civil War!

Revisado en los Estados Unidos 🇺🇸 el 28 de mayo de 2012

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I don't read comics or graphic novels so I'm not overly familiar with the happenings in the original formats and cannot judge this novel in relation to them. However, as a stand alone novel this was a very well thought out and executed story.
The story revolves around the introduction of a government act that requires all those with super powers to register with the government and to reveal their real identities. Iron Man is all for this and Captain America is completely against it. Various superheros pick their allegiance, with some changing sides as the story progresses, with the main crux of the story revolving around Iron Man, Captain America, Spider-Man and The Fantastic Four...although The Thing is really only a peripheral figure.
I have to say that I couldn't put this novel down once I had picked it up...that's the last time I use crazy glue before reading a book! In all seriousness this is a page turner and once I got into the storyline I was engrossed enough to finish the whole novel in one day.
I'm hoping there's a sequel in the works as there are a few loose ends that could easily make another novel such as the X-Men's role in this whole deal (they are only mentioned a couple of times in passing and play no part in the novel other than brief appearances by Wolverine at the beginning and Storm at the end) and what becomes of the characters whose stories hinted at further things to come.
All in all this is a great read for anyone who is a fan of Marvel prose novels.

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Axel McAsset

Great idea - more please.

Revisado en el Reino Unido 🇬🇧 el 21 de julio de 2013

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This is an interesting companion read to the trade paperback of the same title.

In case you're not in the know, Civil War was a major event in Marvel comics a few years back. It involved multiple comic titles, all tying-in and weaving in to the storyline. This novelisation is therefore also a tie-in to the story.

I was sceptical at first but I enjoyed the read. You do not need to read the comic but it helps, and the novel gave me a deeper understanding of what goes through the minds of the main protagonists, which are Iron Man and Captain America. Spiderman also plays a big part in the whole event, and also features quite a lot in this book, but other popular characters appear throughout as well.

This won't win any literary prizes, but it's an enjoyable read, and it's an easy read. Comic book fans, young and old, should be able to get into this, and is a great idea to get the younger generation picking up books.

I'll definitely be looking at more Marvel prose novels.

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zachbaudoin

Really enjoyed

Revisado en los Estados Unidos 🇺🇸 el 26 de octubre de 2020

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I’m a mcu fan, grew up watching various marvel cartoons, but not a huge comic or graphic novel fan. This novel really captured the story of civil war. Would recommend for marvel fans who don’t like to read comics

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James.Hall

an accidental purchase but still a great service.

Revisado en el Reino Unido 🇬🇧 el 27 de abril de 2018

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Delivered in less than 12hrs I believe. New, so great condition etc.
I believe I hadn't read the description correctly, and placed the order thinking it a comic book, which it isn't. It's basically the Script of Civil war, which is great. But not what I was looking for.. when I sent it back though, I was immediately refunded the same hour, no problem.

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Bill West

Good Job

Revisado en los Estados Unidos 🇺🇸 el 4 de julio de 2012

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The novelization of Civil War opens up a new chronology for the Marvel Universe. Small details are changed in the characters lives, one or two could be forgiven to perhaps the author's mistakes, but as much that was changed this is a new Marvel U.

The story is tight and action packed. I'm certain much was cut to tighten up the story, but it wasn't missed.

I hope that this is only the first of Marvel's novelizations of their series.

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