If the gigantic superhero slugfest that’s going on right now (Avengers vs X-Men) doesn't interest you at all, then please pick up Mark Millar and Dave Gibbon’s
The Secret Service. It’s a fantastic story of human drama
captured so brilliantly well, by these two industry legends. Moreover, it’s an engaging and touching story
of two drastically different lives and the circumstances that will bring them
together.
The debut issue features a fantastic opening subplot of the
kidnapping of Mark Hamill, yes that Mark Hamill! The rescue attempt by the British Secret
Service doesn't exactly end well, thanks in part to budget cuts. This opening sequence, which is partly dark
comedy, was enough to get me hooked on the series for good. Furthermore our main storyline brings us to
Jack London, an agent who rose above his impoverished upbringing to become part
of the organization. It’s those same
childhood roots that pull him into a new chapter as a family member needs a
favor with her troubled son. Millar and Gibbons
captures the striking differences between London’s life and that of the nephew
he attempts to help out. The rest of the saga begins from there.
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| Secret Service Agent Jack London |
Secret Service is not your average superhero fare and
despite Gibbons involvement, don’t expect anything reminiscent of his Martha Washington days just yet. If you enjoy Hellblazer, Saga and Preacher then this series is definitely
for you. Look for a movie adaptation
down the road as well.
Final Verdict: A
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