RED ONE ISSUE 1

Publisher: Image

Writer: Xavier Dorison

Artist: Terry Dodson

The Red One is and odd book for me to review. I have to give it a good review because there is nothing bad about the title, despite a couple of flaws. However, I also have to honestly state that I didn’t like the book.

The story takes place in the late 1970’s. The KGB sends a female agent to the US to kill a serial killer being hailed as a Super-Hero, and for herself to become America’s Super-Hero. An extremely interesting premise, and one I like.

The writing on the book is solid, with very good characterization, sharp dialog, strong plot and well-paced. A lot happens in this first issues, but nothing feel rushed.

The art is top notch and definitely lives up to the standard Image has set for great Artists and art.

So, why didn’t I like it? It may be because the main character in an incredible hot female KGB agent, who also seems to be incredible naïve and unprepared for an assignment in the USA. Especially for a Cold War era agent.

Truthfully, other than a few ‘typical’ spots, I can’t quiet put my finger on why I didn’t like it. Perhaps a second re-read is in order in the near future. Perhaps before issue two hits the stands.

FINAL THOUGHT: Like I said, odd review. This is a good title, even though I didn’t like it. That happens sometimes, for some reason it didn’t work for me.

That said, I would recommended this title. 

RATING: 6.5