Oblivion Song, Vol. 1

The Walking Dead + Black Science + Black Hammer.

That's Oblivion Song.

I had not heard anything about Kirkman's newest title until I was lucky enough to get my hands on an Advance Reader Edition TPB, featuring the first six issues. From the synopsis alone, I knew it was right up my alley, and honestly, it was as good as I'd hoped it would be.

In Oblivion Song, Kirkman creates a new sci-fi world filled of monsters that immediately sucks you into the mystery surrounding the Oblivion event. What caused it? Will it happen again? It's big science fiction, but it's really the characters that draw you in. Take the main character, Nathan Cole, for instance. He's a scientist on a very personal quest to try and rescue those stranded in Oblivion, but there's more to it than just wanting to bring back those that have been displaced. It's clear there is more to his story and you can't help but want to follow along.

Helping Kirkman bring these monsters and characters to life are Italian artists Lorenzo De Felici and Annalisa Leoni. De Felici does the linework, while Leoni does the colors. The art is beautiful while still gritty enough to meet the demands on this story.

I would highly recommend you check this one out upon its release.