Generation One: Children of Mars

by Steven R. Stewart, Timothy D. Stewart (Artist), Josh Howard

051 AD, twenty years since humanity first set foot on the surface of Mars. A war between the United States and China plunges two peaceful Martian colonies into a miniature cold war, and it's up to the first generation of children born on mars to restore peace to their planet and set a positive example for Earth.

Paperback

Published June 1, 2016

Reviews

[Ashley Waldron · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent graphic novel about the first generation colonizing Mars. Beautiful art, fast-paced story, and beautiful Halloween-themed short at the end.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Twenty years since humanity first arrived on Mars there are two colonies, established by the United States and China, and it's up to the first generation of children born on Mars - and two newcomers, namely our teenage protagonist and her kid brother - to prevent a war breaking out and set an example for people back on Earth. This was a Kickstarter project that has since become available on etsy. So far there's been one tie-in eBook with more planned.

I love the research that's gone into this, the design elements, and the art. The story is a touch predictable in parts, but it's great especially for young people getting interested in space exploration or anyone wanting to read something with enthusiasm for humanity's future in the stars. Nicely done.