Racer X Volume 1 TPB

by Fred Schiller, Steve Sullivan, George Booker

Experience the world of Speed Racer from the other lane in this collection of NOW Comics' Racer X!
Rex Racer, or Racer X as he has come to be known, may spend most of his time in the shadows, waiting for his chance to aid Speed, but it turns out his secret life is even more mysterious than expected. Find out what and who Racer X is working for, and indulge yourself in his lavish cars and gadgets in this exciting collection, including issues #1-5, and featuring a cover by legend Ken Steacy!

Genres: Graphic Novels, Comics

136 pages, Paperback

First published March 26, 2008

Reviews

[skai_booksandbracelets · Rating 3 out of 5]

He's probably the most interesting character from the Speed Racer TV show, and making him a spy for a secret organization was an interesting concept, but the story fell flat. While I found it clever to pattern the art off the 1950s TV show, it doesn't have the more modern appeal, and the stories were cheesey and hard to follow.

[Al Berry · Rating 3 out of 5]

Stories are alright; art is rather basic but serviceable. Has Racer X work for like a spy organization foiling bad guys.

[Shaun · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was really inconsistent and formulaic for cold-war spy fiction in the 80s. The art wasn't the worst I've seen, but it wasn't enough to carry the narrative. Overall: Eh.