Abominable Glory

by Martin Hayes, Chris Askham (Illustrator)

WWII, the Himalayas. The British Commandos knew that extracting the Japanese spy would be difficult, but they thought the German Paratroopers would be the most monstrous thing they'd have to face. Find out how wrong they were in this tale of blood and bullets, monsters and madmen, and bravery beyond belief.

84 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2015

Reviews

[Jennifer · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed the premise of this, as well as the homage to older comics through the story and art style. It just felt too...abrupt.

[Andrew Galbraith Ryer · Rating 4 out of 5]

The author asked if I'd seen "Where Eagles Dare," going on to say this is sort of like that, but with a more monstrous twist. It was a complete impulse buy, made while waiting for a sketch from the artist at the same table. Well, I like "Where Eagles Dare" and "The Guns of Navarone" and monsters, so why not?
It was a quick read because I was pulled in immediately and propelled through the narrative. I don't want to spoil the story, but I will say it takes some very interesting turns, and the end left me equal parts frustrated and satisfied. Throughout, the black-and-white images convey the stark Himalayan landscape, the dark foreboding caves, and the chaos and blood of pitched battle. I've gone back for a second look at many pages I'd raced through earlier.
In the end, I'd say it was money well spent. And even if you've never seen "Where Eagles Dare," I think you will enjoy Abominable Glory.