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Phenomenons: Every Human Creature
Every world needs heroes. And an alternate reality in which society's been buried under a crushing financial crisis? Such a world needs heroes more than most.
Some may remind us of ancient archetypes we still hold in awe. Others will be utterly fresh and quirky. All, under the expert hands of our caring and experienced writers, will be people we'll grow to care about.
These are the Phenomenons—vigilantes who haunt the streets, the rooftops, and even the skies, fighting the good fight against the world's leeches and power brokers—and risking their very human lives in the process.
Some may remind us of ancient archetypes we still hold in awe. Others will be utterly fresh and quirky. All, under the expert hands of our caring and experienced writers, will be people we'll grow to care about.
These are the Phenomenons—vigilantes who haunt the streets, the rooftops, and even the skies, fighting the good fight against the world's leeches and power brokers—and risking their very human lives in the process.
255 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 1, 2022
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Michael Jan Friedman
374 books205 followersMichael Jan Friedman is an author of more than seventy books of fiction and nonfiction, half of which are in the Star Trek universe. Eleven of his titles have appeared on the New York Times Best Seller list. Friedman has also written for network and cable television and radio, and scripted nearly 200 comic books, including his original DC superhero series, the Darkstars.
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July 8, 2022
I have a story in this book so, of course, I am prejudiced.
That said, this has enough fresh elements in it to recommend to fans of all things super-heroic. Series creator Mike Friedman has gone out of his way to create a shared universe that tries to avoid feeling overly familiar when compared to other shared universes but familiar enough to the world we live in.
These heroes and villains put fresh spins on familiar powers but also there are a few, and I'm looking at you Lipstick Lily, who are unique.
I am in some very good company here and I am now eagerly awaiting the time to write my story for the forthcoming second volume.
That said, this has enough fresh elements in it to recommend to fans of all things super-heroic. Series creator Mike Friedman has gone out of his way to create a shared universe that tries to avoid feeling overly familiar when compared to other shared universes but familiar enough to the world we live in.
These heroes and villains put fresh spins on familiar powers but also there are a few, and I'm looking at you Lipstick Lily, who are unique.
I am in some very good company here and I am now eagerly awaiting the time to write my story for the forthcoming second volume.
July 29, 2022
What if you took Wild Cards and started off from a more modern place than the 1980s. What would you have? Well, for one thing, less gay slurs and stereotypes. For another, starting with a less sleazy, more modern NYC. I Kickstarted (at the level to get a Tuckerization) because I was a big fan of Mary Fan’s writing. As I mention below, during the Red Sky in Mourning review, my only real criticism of this shared world anthology is that the stories seem too short. Maybe it’s something about the way these authors write compared to the Wild Cards authors, but I feel like I’m just getting into the grooves of the stories in this anthology before they’re over. They’re currently working on a second anthology and I’m hoping things can expand a bit the second time out. I also think it would be neat to have them maybe have tighter intertwined stories like Wilds Cards 2 and 3. Or maybe a full-length story like later Wild Cards volumes. If you’re a fan of superhero comics, but wouldn’t mind experiencing it as prose, this is a good anthology for you.
Now, my per-story thoughts:
Salvaged (Michael Jan Friedman) - Introduces us to the shared world of Phenomenons and their version of the Justice League. (Or at least one such team) A Captain America-like character has disappeared and there is an auction for his shield. I enjoyed all the narrative, but there didn’t really seem to be an arc to the story. Perhaps the stories will end up somewhat connecting as they do in Wild Cards.
Salt for Gold (Mary Fan) - I think Mary Fan has a lot of potential with this character. First of all, the story was great - shifting our expectations the entire time. Second, a Peter Parker-like conflicted teen character helps round out the superhero universe of Phenomenons. Bonus points that we get a teenage female-bodied, Asian superhero. There isn’t a complete lack of them in the Big Two superhero universes, but they’re a relatively rare type. Also, unlike Parker she’s potentially considered cool by at least some of her peers for being in a band. If this series continues beyond the second, current Kickstarter, I hope the authors can also play with each others’ characters as in Wild Cards.
Light Shines in the Darkness (Keith R.A. DeCandido) - We meet Luminostity, a hero who can do stuff with light. Also confirms that the stories in this anthology are connected. It’s yet to be seen whether there’s one coherent story as in later Wild Cards books or if they’re just confirming events that happened in previous stories; more akin to the first Wild Cards book. This story touches a bit on gentrification and earlier red-lining issues in NYC.
Red Sky in Mourning (Micharel Burstein) - This story continues to tie together all the stories. We return to Luminosity and we once again see the Grey Guardsman on a mission that we haven’t learned yet. When it comes to the meat of this story, it’s great to see this anthology embracing diversity. Sure, there are lots of Jewish mainstream superheroes - Ben Grim (the Thing) for one - but this character is REALLY Jewish. It’s a great different perspective. The Phenomenons world is filling in with lots of characters that really reflect the diversity of NYC. I think at this point in the anthology if I have one complaint (compared to Wild Cards - the nearest similar story structure) it’s that the stories feel a little TOO short. I’d like to have something slightly closer to novella length. Or maybe it just seems to me that the Wild Cards stories are longer and they really aren’t? These stories all seem to be done too quickly.
Stealing Home (Aaron Rosenberg) - Clearly a setup for a future story. Question is whether that’s for the second volume that was Kickstarted June 2022 or for another story in this anthology. Additionally, our hero finds others snooping around Roxel on the same night. Again, it seems to be a setup for a future story. A couple unique things with this story. First of all, it’s the first story so far that doesn’t take place in NYC. Second, our hero has tech that they don’t understand - seems somewhat in line with at least one of the Green Lantern origin stories where they get the ring from a dying alien so they have to figure out on their own how it works.
First Op (Robert Greenberger) - The paired story to the previous one. We get the backstory behind the folks that Stealing Home’s hero encounters. Once again, for how complex of a world they’re building up, I wish either these stories or the anthology as a whole were larger. (Or came out more often?)
NULL (Glenn Hauman) - Third in what appears to be a trilogy of short stories, we find out about the mysterious entity that was a bit of an enabler in the prior two stories. This one was most mysterious about who the protagonist truly was, but it was nevertheless pretty interesting.
The Primacy of Gravity (Paul Kupperberg) - One of the most serious stories so far, involves mention of physical and sexual violence. I’m sure if I spent time thinking, I could come up with a list of some superheroes who came from terrible backgrounds, but most of them have pretty mundane problems, like Peter Parker being a nerd. This story is much more directly about someone getting powers for whom things were not mostly fine. The story contains an important moment for the character and may be a good setup for the next time they appear.
Taking Charge (Heather E Hutsell) - I’ve seen reluctant heroes before, but the protagonist here makes all the others seem anxious to be heroes. Still, it’s a good exploration of the type of person who would reject the call to power as well as the associated fame.
Tiny Lives Writ Large (Dan Hernandez) - A creative take on the ant-man trope, we have a pair of sisters - one that can grow and one that can shrink. There’s good personal and interpersonal growth. It makes a good short story. But once again, it leaves me wanting to see more with these characters. I really hope this year’s anthology can feature slightly longer stories.
The Jungle (Ron Marz) - If this is the same Ron Marz who writes comic books, then the feel of this short story goes along with the pulp-style comics he’s written for Dynamite - Red Sonja and John Carter, for example. The main character seems to have gotten some kind of “powers” in “Darkest Africa” as they used to call it back in that pulpy era. He’s currently using it as some kind of social justice warrior (in the literal sense, not as it’s used on the Internet nowadays). Again, this story cuts off too quickly compared to the short stories I read in Clarkesworld, Apex, etc and we only just barely get introduced to the character. I really hope the next volume (which I also supported via Kickstarter) either features longer stories or has a more cohesive story (as in Wilds Cards #2 and #3).
Going for the Gold (Peter David) - WOW! Of all the stories in this anthology, I think this one was the most unpredictable. I’ll be very excited to see where Professor Peracelus ends up in the next anthology.
Lipstick Lilly vs Electric Lady in the ‘Land (Marie Vibbert) - Another one that doesn’t take place in NYC - it’s in Cleveland! I enjoyed this new hero and also that things took a delightfully unexpected turn at the end. I’ve read other short stories with a similar plot and I’d love to see where this one goes within the world of Phenomenons.
Dheeb (Ilsa J Bick) - My least favorite story so far. It’s not a bad one, just my least favorite. Some animals are given the ability to speak to each other even though they are different species. And maybe also have their intelligence boosted? To say anything else would give away the plot.
ROI Part 1: Pigs in a Blankcet (Russ Colchamiro and Hildy Silverman) - the beginnings of a heist plot. Not sure why it needs to be in 2 parts if it’s not a story that’s told throughout the anthology. Seems like the editor set a strict word count, which is why many of these stories felt too short.
ROI Part 2: Feint of Heart (Russ Colchamiro and Hildy Silverman) - Continuation of the previous story. Not much is resolved, but we do have the beginnings of a two-person team.
The Last Rambler (Geoffrey Thorne) - This has the feel of an unfinished story. It’s got a great setup, but just leaves too much unsaid at the end (at least for my taste). Setup for the next anthology or is it just left at this? I guess we’ll see.
The Return (Jan Michael Friedman) - Set up from the first story, time to see how the Grey Guardsman fits into it all.
Now, my per-story thoughts:
Salvaged (Michael Jan Friedman) - Introduces us to the shared world of Phenomenons and their version of the Justice League. (Or at least one such team) A Captain America-like character has disappeared and there is an auction for his shield. I enjoyed all the narrative, but there didn’t really seem to be an arc to the story. Perhaps the stories will end up somewhat connecting as they do in Wild Cards.
Salt for Gold (Mary Fan) - I think Mary Fan has a lot of potential with this character. First of all, the story was great - shifting our expectations the entire time. Second, a Peter Parker-like conflicted teen character helps round out the superhero universe of Phenomenons. Bonus points that we get a teenage female-bodied, Asian superhero. There isn’t a complete lack of them in the Big Two superhero universes, but they’re a relatively rare type. Also, unlike Parker she’s potentially considered cool by at least some of her peers for being in a band. If this series continues beyond the second, current Kickstarter, I hope the authors can also play with each others’ characters as in Wild Cards.
Light Shines in the Darkness (Keith R.A. DeCandido) - We meet Luminostity, a hero who can do stuff with light. Also confirms that the stories in this anthology are connected. It’s yet to be seen whether there’s one coherent story as in later Wild Cards books or if they’re just confirming events that happened in previous stories; more akin to the first Wild Cards book. This story touches a bit on gentrification and earlier red-lining issues in NYC.
Red Sky in Mourning (Micharel Burstein) - This story continues to tie together all the stories. We return to Luminosity and we once again see the Grey Guardsman on a mission that we haven’t learned yet. When it comes to the meat of this story, it’s great to see this anthology embracing diversity. Sure, there are lots of Jewish mainstream superheroes - Ben Grim (the Thing) for one - but this character is REALLY Jewish. It’s a great different perspective. The Phenomenons world is filling in with lots of characters that really reflect the diversity of NYC. I think at this point in the anthology if I have one complaint (compared to Wild Cards - the nearest similar story structure) it’s that the stories feel a little TOO short. I’d like to have something slightly closer to novella length. Or maybe it just seems to me that the Wild Cards stories are longer and they really aren’t? These stories all seem to be done too quickly.
Stealing Home (Aaron Rosenberg) - Clearly a setup for a future story. Question is whether that’s for the second volume that was Kickstarted June 2022 or for another story in this anthology. Additionally, our hero finds others snooping around Roxel on the same night. Again, it seems to be a setup for a future story. A couple unique things with this story. First of all, it’s the first story so far that doesn’t take place in NYC. Second, our hero has tech that they don’t understand - seems somewhat in line with at least one of the Green Lantern origin stories where they get the ring from a dying alien so they have to figure out on their own how it works.
First Op (Robert Greenberger) - The paired story to the previous one. We get the backstory behind the folks that Stealing Home’s hero encounters. Once again, for how complex of a world they’re building up, I wish either these stories or the anthology as a whole were larger. (Or came out more often?)
NULL (Glenn Hauman) - Third in what appears to be a trilogy of short stories, we find out about the mysterious entity that was a bit of an enabler in the prior two stories. This one was most mysterious about who the protagonist truly was, but it was nevertheless pretty interesting.
The Primacy of Gravity (Paul Kupperberg) - One of the most serious stories so far, involves mention of physical and sexual violence. I’m sure if I spent time thinking, I could come up with a list of some superheroes who came from terrible backgrounds, but most of them have pretty mundane problems, like Peter Parker being a nerd. This story is much more directly about someone getting powers for whom things were not mostly fine. The story contains an important moment for the character and may be a good setup for the next time they appear.
Taking Charge (Heather E Hutsell) - I’ve seen reluctant heroes before, but the protagonist here makes all the others seem anxious to be heroes. Still, it’s a good exploration of the type of person who would reject the call to power as well as the associated fame.
Tiny Lives Writ Large (Dan Hernandez) - A creative take on the ant-man trope, we have a pair of sisters - one that can grow and one that can shrink. There’s good personal and interpersonal growth. It makes a good short story. But once again, it leaves me wanting to see more with these characters. I really hope this year’s anthology can feature slightly longer stories.
The Jungle (Ron Marz) - If this is the same Ron Marz who writes comic books, then the feel of this short story goes along with the pulp-style comics he’s written for Dynamite - Red Sonja and John Carter, for example. The main character seems to have gotten some kind of “powers” in “Darkest Africa” as they used to call it back in that pulpy era. He’s currently using it as some kind of social justice warrior (in the literal sense, not as it’s used on the Internet nowadays). Again, this story cuts off too quickly compared to the short stories I read in Clarkesworld, Apex, etc and we only just barely get introduced to the character. I really hope the next volume (which I also supported via Kickstarter) either features longer stories or has a more cohesive story (as in Wilds Cards #2 and #3).
Going for the Gold (Peter David) - WOW! Of all the stories in this anthology, I think this one was the most unpredictable. I’ll be very excited to see where Professor Peracelus ends up in the next anthology.
Lipstick Lilly vs Electric Lady in the ‘Land (Marie Vibbert) - Another one that doesn’t take place in NYC - it’s in Cleveland! I enjoyed this new hero and also that things took a delightfully unexpected turn at the end. I’ve read other short stories with a similar plot and I’d love to see where this one goes within the world of Phenomenons.
Dheeb (Ilsa J Bick) - My least favorite story so far. It’s not a bad one, just my least favorite. Some animals are given the ability to speak to each other even though they are different species. And maybe also have their intelligence boosted? To say anything else would give away the plot.
ROI Part 1: Pigs in a Blankcet (Russ Colchamiro and Hildy Silverman) - the beginnings of a heist plot. Not sure why it needs to be in 2 parts if it’s not a story that’s told throughout the anthology. Seems like the editor set a strict word count, which is why many of these stories felt too short.
ROI Part 2: Feint of Heart (Russ Colchamiro and Hildy Silverman) - Continuation of the previous story. Not much is resolved, but we do have the beginnings of a two-person team.
The Last Rambler (Geoffrey Thorne) - This has the feel of an unfinished story. It’s got a great setup, but just leaves too much unsaid at the end (at least for my taste). Setup for the next anthology or is it just left at this? I guess we’ll see.
The Return (Jan Michael Friedman) - Set up from the first story, time to see how the Grey Guardsman fits into it all.
July 27, 2022
There are times when I enjoy some good short stories from some brilliant writers. This is one of those times. Some engaging superhero stories that are wonderfully told.
May 26, 2022
Phenomenons: Every Human Creature provides exciting super hero fiction set in a world that has been decimated by a financial cataclysm.
The Phenomenons make up the superhero group The United Front-which has all but disbanded since the disappearance and apparent death of their leader: The Grey Guardsman. But after several sightings-it appears this sheild wielding hero has returned, but is not himself!
Many of the stories in this anthology focus on the different Phenomenons. A few of them focus on potential Phenomenons-to-be. And a couple focus on the super villains that occupy this reality.
There is a definite "where are they now" type vibe with these tales and they are reactionary to not only to the financial crisis plaguing this reality, but the apparent return of The Gray Guardsman.
The hero's and villains in this anthology are well written and given a significant amount of backstory. And while these characters are well developed-they are also given the opportunity to deliver the superhero goods! Here's a preview of some of the stories that I liked the most.
*SPOILERS*
In "Salt for Gold" we're introduced to Sarcastic Fringehead; a teenage rocker-yes she plays in a band-who can control salt in any way, shape, or form; much like Magneto controls metal. Fringehead goes up against cyber bullies, black mailers, and crooked teachers. She soon finds herself on a mission to try and return an artifact-which may hold the secret to her powers-to her ancestral village. This one ends with a knock-down-drag-out that'll have you on the edge of your seat!
"The Light Shines in the Darkness" introduces us to the Bronx's protector and guardian angle: Luminosity. This former Phenomenon has the ability to alter light waves and control reflections, as well as deliver joint-snapping karate kicks. She's up against a group of thugs known as The Bronx Bruisers, who are basically puppets for a corrupt real estate mogul. This story had it all: great action, well established backstory for the hero AND her sidekick, all while revealing more about this superhero world's mythology.
"The Primacy of Gravity" tells the tale of Owen; a man who-thanks to a freak accident-can accelerate his body to almost immeasurable speeds. An ambitious scientist wants to hone Owen's abilities and make him a Phenomenon known as Torque. But Owen would just as soon run at supersonic speeds from his abusive past than after super villains. This story does a masterful job of blending solid superhero action and backstory with some very dark subject matter.
What I liked most about this collection of stories was the way they interconnected. With each story you learn alitte more about this unique superhero universe. A universe full of crooked corporations and underappreciated hero's. Where the poor are super poor and made poorer by the super rich.
There's a definite weight with many of these tales as they tackle such allegorical topics as antisemitism, child abuse, and cyber bullying. Much of these dramatic elements elevate this book past your average superhero fluff. Some stories, on the other hand, are just plain fun.
With the subsequent return of the The Grey Guardsmen-what does the future hold for the Phenomenons? What dangers lie ahead ? We'll find out in the sequel-due out next year. Until then, prepare yourself by reading this first spectacular volume!
The Phenomenons make up the superhero group The United Front-which has all but disbanded since the disappearance and apparent death of their leader: The Grey Guardsman. But after several sightings-it appears this sheild wielding hero has returned, but is not himself!
Many of the stories in this anthology focus on the different Phenomenons. A few of them focus on potential Phenomenons-to-be. And a couple focus on the super villains that occupy this reality.
There is a definite "where are they now" type vibe with these tales and they are reactionary to not only to the financial crisis plaguing this reality, but the apparent return of The Gray Guardsman.
The hero's and villains in this anthology are well written and given a significant amount of backstory. And while these characters are well developed-they are also given the opportunity to deliver the superhero goods! Here's a preview of some of the stories that I liked the most.
*SPOILERS*
In "Salt for Gold" we're introduced to Sarcastic Fringehead; a teenage rocker-yes she plays in a band-who can control salt in any way, shape, or form; much like Magneto controls metal. Fringehead goes up against cyber bullies, black mailers, and crooked teachers. She soon finds herself on a mission to try and return an artifact-which may hold the secret to her powers-to her ancestral village. This one ends with a knock-down-drag-out that'll have you on the edge of your seat!
"The Light Shines in the Darkness" introduces us to the Bronx's protector and guardian angle: Luminosity. This former Phenomenon has the ability to alter light waves and control reflections, as well as deliver joint-snapping karate kicks. She's up against a group of thugs known as The Bronx Bruisers, who are basically puppets for a corrupt real estate mogul. This story had it all: great action, well established backstory for the hero AND her sidekick, all while revealing more about this superhero world's mythology.
"The Primacy of Gravity" tells the tale of Owen; a man who-thanks to a freak accident-can accelerate his body to almost immeasurable speeds. An ambitious scientist wants to hone Owen's abilities and make him a Phenomenon known as Torque. But Owen would just as soon run at supersonic speeds from his abusive past than after super villains. This story does a masterful job of blending solid superhero action and backstory with some very dark subject matter.
What I liked most about this collection of stories was the way they interconnected. With each story you learn alitte more about this unique superhero universe. A universe full of crooked corporations and underappreciated hero's. Where the poor are super poor and made poorer by the super rich.
There's a definite weight with many of these tales as they tackle such allegorical topics as antisemitism, child abuse, and cyber bullying. Much of these dramatic elements elevate this book past your average superhero fluff. Some stories, on the other hand, are just plain fun.
With the subsequent return of the The Grey Guardsmen-what does the future hold for the Phenomenons? What dangers lie ahead ? We'll find out in the sequel-due out next year. Until then, prepare yourself by reading this first spectacular volume!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 20, 2022
Phenomenons is a new collection of short stories gathered by Mike Friedman inspired by his love for comic book superheroes.
In the foreword to this volume, Mike credits his parents for his love of reading by encouraging his comic habit, because as far as his mother and dad were concerned, "reading is reading." This fed not only his love of comic book literature, but other forms as well. He cites his parent's encouragement as a source for creating Phenomenons.
What follows is a collection of short vignettes featuring numerous superheroes who experience varying levels of success in their crime-fighting endeavors. All the principal characters are ordinary people, each with an extraordinary power. But all take their cue from one hero who inspired them, the mysterious Grey Guardsman, a shield wielding character who either appears or is referred to in every story.
Of course, with every superhero story, there also must be a super villain, and with this collection, there may be several, including the self-doubt of many of the heroes. But the real villain seems to be the economy of the times. There is a lot of greed in the world these stories are set in, and it seems the rich just keep getting richer, while the common people suffer. A situation no true superhero can tolerate, no matter the odds they face.
This anthology includes two entries by the editor, Mike Friedman, who gathered an all-star bullpen of writers who contributed their genius project. They are (in alphabetical order) Ilsa J. Bick, Michael A. Burstein, Russ Colchamiro, Peter David, Keith R.A. DeCandido, Mary Fan, Robert Greenberger, Glenn Hauman, Dan Hernandez, Heather E. Hutsell, Paul Kupperberg, Ron Marz, Aaron Rosenberg, Hildy Silverman, Geoffrey Thorne, and Marie Vibbert. Add in the artwork by Ciao Cacau, Mike Collins, and Blair Shedd, and you have a phenomenal and fun collection of high entertainment value (yes, the pun is intended).
I tried to find a favorite story to write about but found it impossible to choose because all the vignettes included are superior in every way. They are all very different from each other and take different tacks. What binds them together is they are all set in the same world and in the same era. And they are all leading to a showdown in the future, so I am hoping there will be another volume coming soon.
If you enjoy reading about the lives of superheroes seeking justice under difficult conditions, then this is a collection for you.
In the foreword to this volume, Mike credits his parents for his love of reading by encouraging his comic habit, because as far as his mother and dad were concerned, "reading is reading." This fed not only his love of comic book literature, but other forms as well. He cites his parent's encouragement as a source for creating Phenomenons.
What follows is a collection of short vignettes featuring numerous superheroes who experience varying levels of success in their crime-fighting endeavors. All the principal characters are ordinary people, each with an extraordinary power. But all take their cue from one hero who inspired them, the mysterious Grey Guardsman, a shield wielding character who either appears or is referred to in every story.
Of course, with every superhero story, there also must be a super villain, and with this collection, there may be several, including the self-doubt of many of the heroes. But the real villain seems to be the economy of the times. There is a lot of greed in the world these stories are set in, and it seems the rich just keep getting richer, while the common people suffer. A situation no true superhero can tolerate, no matter the odds they face.
This anthology includes two entries by the editor, Mike Friedman, who gathered an all-star bullpen of writers who contributed their genius project. They are (in alphabetical order) Ilsa J. Bick, Michael A. Burstein, Russ Colchamiro, Peter David, Keith R.A. DeCandido, Mary Fan, Robert Greenberger, Glenn Hauman, Dan Hernandez, Heather E. Hutsell, Paul Kupperberg, Ron Marz, Aaron Rosenberg, Hildy Silverman, Geoffrey Thorne, and Marie Vibbert. Add in the artwork by Ciao Cacau, Mike Collins, and Blair Shedd, and you have a phenomenal and fun collection of high entertainment value (yes, the pun is intended).
I tried to find a favorite story to write about but found it impossible to choose because all the vignettes included are superior in every way. They are all very different from each other and take different tacks. What binds them together is they are all set in the same world and in the same era. And they are all leading to a showdown in the future, so I am hoping there will be another volume coming soon.
If you enjoy reading about the lives of superheroes seeking justice under difficult conditions, then this is a collection for you.
February 19, 2023
I backed this Kickstarter because I really enjoy the work of a lot of the contributors. I’m glad I also backed the second volume, because this is a great shared universe thus far! Very reminiscent of Wild Cards, but less interested in being “edgy”; the focus is on fun. It was a pretty quick read, too. The second volume just arrived in my mailbox this week so looking forward to jumping into that soon!
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