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Sons of Anarchy: Redwood Original #1-4
Sons of Anarchy: Redwood Original Vol. 1
Writer Ollie Masters (Snow Blind, The Kitchen) and artist Luca Pizzari (Secret Wars Journal, Amazing Spider-Man) journey 10 years before Season 1 of Kurt Sutter’s critically acclaimed television series Sons of Anarchy to tell the never-before-seen, official story of Jax Teller’s first year as a SAMCRO prospect. Jax Teller has always had one dream: to follow the family legacy and join the Sons of Anarchy. But at eighteen, still reeling from his father’s death and just starting out as a prospect, Jax is about to discover just how hard the life of an outlaw can be. Collects issues #1-4. “...a must-read for fans of the brilliant series.” - Heroes Direct
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115 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 5, 2017
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About the author
Ollie Masters
72 books15 followersOriginally from Kent, Ollie now lives in Brighton. He studied Film, Radio and Television at Canterbury Christchurch University while pursuing a career in writing. First in the comics/graphic novel industry with works including THE KITCHEN and SNOW BLIND, then in TV and film. He’s currently writing an episode of the Paramount+ adaptation of SEXY BEAST.
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Displaying 1 - 17 of 17 reviews
January 11, 2026
***Review is for all three volumes in the series, read in a single sitting***
The new foil is cool and compelling. The tension in the club is evident, but there is no basis established for Jax and Opie, no compelling reason for them to be friends let alone devoted companions aside from 'sons of members' - which is thin reason at best.
Clay is more understandable, Gemma is better fleshed out, every other member of the club gets short shrift.
All in all this is a an episode or two arc in one of the less interesting periods of the clubs history.
Give me a book on the founders, or on the prospects left trying to survive after the whole leadership is wiped out.
The new foil is cool and compelling. The tension in the club is evident, but there is no basis established for Jax and Opie, no compelling reason for them to be friends let alone devoted companions aside from 'sons of members' - which is thin reason at best.
Clay is more understandable, Gemma is better fleshed out, every other member of the club gets short shrift.
All in all this is a an episode or two arc in one of the less interesting periods of the clubs history.
Give me a book on the founders, or on the prospects left trying to survive after the whole leadership is wiped out.
August 12, 2017
I really enjoyed this, and didn't realize how much I missed the show until reading it. At first I thought this was the story of Jax's father, but it's actually the story of Jax at 18 years old when he first started as a prospect for the SOA. Jax is a problem child to see the least, and the club has enough problems when some stolen drugs end up in their lap and a very bad character comes hunting it.
Overall really good and a really good read for fans of the show who would love to see some new episodes. So while we don't get new episodes, we do get the next best thing. Fans of the show check this out!
Overall really good and a really good read for fans of the show who would love to see some new episodes. So while we don't get new episodes, we do get the next best thing. Fans of the show check this out!
July 9, 2021
Reading is different then what you see on the show.
First off I'm a hugh SoA fan, thats why I bought this title. But reading this book made me feel like it was trying to have the layers as the show. You don't get the sense of dread when you read this title like you did watching the show. But I will say it does help fill in some of the gaps in the mythos of the SoA universe.
First off I'm a hugh SoA fan, thats why I bought this title. But reading this book made me feel like it was trying to have the layers as the show. You don't get the sense of dread when you read this title like you did watching the show. But I will say it does help fill in some of the gaps in the mythos of the SoA universe.
November 12, 2023
I was really hoping this was actually going to be an orgin story on the formation of the club itself. Nope... Just the same characters, I'm guessing 10 years (or so) earlier. I don't see Jax ever being how he's portrayed, no matter his age. Not to mention its a storyline I just couldn't get into, that would make me want to read the next two volumes.
January 21, 2025
The only thing I could hold against this book was how quickly it went by! But it’s a 12 book series so I can’t complain! I’m hooked for volume 2! The characters all feel like their authentic selves. The pacing is exactly as I expected it to be. But the art, the art is amazing! I could stare at the covers in the back all day! If you’re a SAMCRO fan, this series is a must for your collection!
January 8, 2018
I loved watching Sons of Anarchy and had no idea that this existed until I ordered it a week ago. It was pretty good, but it didn't give me the same feeling the show did. I still plan to check out volume two.
September 8, 2017
I was addicted to this show so having extra stories is great. This storyline takes place before the show while Jax is still a prospect.
December 19, 2018
2.75/3 stars
April 4, 2019
Loving the Jax prospect story with Opie. I am not loving the artwork, it’s hard to follow who’s who when the people all look similar!
May 20, 2019
3.5 stars
December 14, 2019
Comic Book
Not bad for a comic book series a little pricey but it was worth it! Recommend with a 5Stars rating
Not bad for a comic book series a little pricey but it was worth it! Recommend with a 5Stars rating
August 15, 2020
This graphic novel is based on the t.v show SONS OF ANARCHY.
The story shows the first year of being a Prospect for Jax Teller. Jax has always had one dream in mind. To follow in the family legacy steps and join in his dad's club the Sons of anarchy. Jax is now 18 years old but still mourning is his dad's death. He's about to learn how hard the outlaw life is.
I was totally excited about this graphic novel, I totally loved the t.v show. The graphic novel doesn't disappoint at all. I loved seeing Jax has a young prospect, you don't really get to see that in the t.v show. I love how the novel is a little different from the show, it fills in that emptiness of missing the show. I loved the darkness of the graphics. I recommend it to all the people that love the show or biker bad boy's things.
The story shows the first year of being a Prospect for Jax Teller. Jax has always had one dream in mind. To follow in the family legacy steps and join in his dad's club the Sons of anarchy. Jax is now 18 years old but still mourning is his dad's death. He's about to learn how hard the outlaw life is.
I was totally excited about this graphic novel, I totally loved the t.v show. The graphic novel doesn't disappoint at all. I loved seeing Jax has a young prospect, you don't really get to see that in the t.v show. I love how the novel is a little different from the show, it fills in that emptiness of missing the show. I loved the darkness of the graphics. I recommend it to all the people that love the show or biker bad boy's things.
October 31, 2020
Meh. Just not into the graphic novel format, I guess. Hardly any story, just pictures.
September 13, 2021
Really loved the art!! Excited to read the next volume!
July 1, 2020
Good Read
I enjoyed it and look forward to continuing the story. As a fan of the show. I was excited to dive into more lore.
I enjoyed it and look forward to continuing the story. As a fan of the show. I was excited to dive into more lore.
November 29, 2017
This was an amazing look at Jax before he was Jax. I'm having a blast seeing him and all the other brothers younger, and still learning, or not quite as jaded. There's some interesting background happening, that I appreciate. I don't want to spoil anything, so mum's the word. If you loved Son's you have to check this out.
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