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The War of the Worlds: Thunder Child Vol.1
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Expected 2 Jun 26A dramatic tale that runs parallel to the events of H.G. Wells’ classic novel, The War of the Worlds.
The War of the Worlds: Thunder Child follows the exploits of the crew of the eponymous ironclad torpedo ram, the HMS Thunder Child. Sitting alongside the events of Wells’ novel, the story takes place against a backdrop of strange occurrences and creeping terror, all leading up to the Thunder Child's final heroic showdown with the invaders from Mars.
This is a terrifying and thrilling tale soaked in blood, recriminations, sacrifice and loss, the first act in a new take on the well-known science-fiction classic with a unique cast and its own story to tell. A story of the horrors and conflicts of the crew as they experience the first desperate days of the Martian invasion and face the possible collapse of the British Empire and civilisation itself – threatened both from the stars… and from within.”
The War of the Worlds: Thunder Child follows the exploits of the crew of the eponymous ironclad torpedo ram, the HMS Thunder Child. Sitting alongside the events of Wells’ novel, the story takes place against a backdrop of strange occurrences and creeping terror, all leading up to the Thunder Child's final heroic showdown with the invaders from Mars.
This is a terrifying and thrilling tale soaked in blood, recriminations, sacrifice and loss, the first act in a new take on the well-known science-fiction classic with a unique cast and its own story to tell. A story of the horrors and conflicts of the crew as they experience the first desperate days of the Martian invasion and face the possible collapse of the British Empire and civilisation itself – threatened both from the stars… and from within.”
144 pages, Hardcover
Expected publication June 2, 2026
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Review of advance copy
I read all three of the three part release published by Mad Robot Comics. This review only covers what will be in the Titan collected volume.
Having read H G Wells' novel relatively recently I was very familiar with the small part that Thunder Child plays in the original book. Also, having enjoyed Jeff Wayne's musical of the book for decades, I was aware of the prominence given there.
Focused on the ship and the people aboard it, this story could hone in on people not previously written about and elaborate the incidents surrounding it. This allowed for a contemporary feel yet retaining a level of historical accuracy giving the mix of times a sense of authenticity. Most importantly, it is a story about humanity just like the original story.
I totally recommend this read but adults need to be aware that at times there is a sense of realism in the visual depictions and the language used that may be deemed unsuitable for some younger readers.
Having read H G Wells' novel relatively recently I was very familiar with the small part that Thunder Child plays in the original book. Also, having enjoyed Jeff Wayne's musical of the book for decades, I was aware of the prominence given there.
Focused on the ship and the people aboard it, this story could hone in on people not previously written about and elaborate the incidents surrounding it. This allowed for a contemporary feel yet retaining a level of historical accuracy giving the mix of times a sense of authenticity. Most importantly, it is a story about humanity just like the original story.
I totally recommend this read but adults need to be aware that at times there is a sense of realism in the visual depictions and the language used that may be deemed unsuitable for some younger readers.
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