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Resident Alien (Collected Editions) #4-6
Resident Alien Omnibus Volume 2
The series that inspired the SYFY original television series, starring Alan Tudyk!
A stranded alien explorer—hiding in plain sight—has been posing as a doctor and solving crimes in the small town of Patience, Washington. After Harry accidentally exposes himself to investigators who are on his trail, a mysterious arsonist and a stubborn federal agent arrive in town to heat things up!
The local sheriff must decide if he’ll remain loyal to his inquisitive friend Harry, and nurse Asta finally realizes the danger she and Harry are both in. Peter Hogan ( 2000 AD , Tom Strong ) and Steve Parkhouse ( War Birds , Milkman Murders ) continue their unique, acclaimed science-fiction/murder-mystery series!
This omnibus collects the Resident Alien graphic novels Volumes 4 to 6, The Man with No Name, An Alien in New York, and Your Ride’s Here , along with the Free Comic Book Day 2022 short story “The Ghost.”
A stranded alien explorer—hiding in plain sight—has been posing as a doctor and solving crimes in the small town of Patience, Washington. After Harry accidentally exposes himself to investigators who are on his trail, a mysterious arsonist and a stubborn federal agent arrive in town to heat things up!
The local sheriff must decide if he’ll remain loyal to his inquisitive friend Harry, and nurse Asta finally realizes the danger she and Harry are both in. Peter Hogan ( 2000 AD , Tom Strong ) and Steve Parkhouse ( War Birds , Milkman Murders ) continue their unique, acclaimed science-fiction/murder-mystery series!
This omnibus collects the Resident Alien graphic novels Volumes 4 to 6, The Man with No Name, An Alien in New York, and Your Ride’s Here , along with the Free Comic Book Day 2022 short story “The Ghost.”
352 pages, Paperback
Published June 6, 2023
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Peter Hogan
237 books50 followersPeter Kenneth Hogan is an English writer and comics creator who started out as editor of cult political British comic Revolver in 1990–1991, before working for 2000 AD and American comic book publishers Vertigo and America's Best Comics.
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April 18, 2024
Another great volume. I even liked this one better than vol 1. The mysteries Harry gets involved in trying to solve were more interesting than the previous book. Also a bit more dangerous. We have a meth lab that catches fire and then a shootout when the cops go after who ran the place. There was an abduction of a little girl and Harry discovered and got to learn about another alien like himself that was from a different planet. That was pretty cool. I enjoyed how things with him and Asta were going and were they left it. The government man that was looking for him caught up with Harry eventually but I definitely did not see that conclusion coming. This whole series was very charming and a joy to read. Gonna miss reading about ol’ Harry Vanderspeigle and his adventures. Guess I’ll check out the show now.
July 9, 2024
2 tom komiksu o obcym! A właściwie 3 mniejsze tomy w środku. I jest lepszy niż poprzedni tom. Pojawia się więcej wątków pomiędzy tomami, i rozwiązują się niektóre kwestie, wątpi poboczne są dużo bardziej interesujące, a wszystko to spina się głównymi wątkami, które nie są jak typowy detektyw. Miałam wrażenie, że tutaj bardziej ujmowały mnie dialogi i sytuację, a w poprzednim tomie bardziej bawiły. Nie jest dla mnie oczywisty ciąg dalszy tych komiksów a jednak bardzo przyjemny, mogę powiedzieć tyle,że czekam aż będzie następny tom.
May 7, 2023
Problem z tą serią jest taki, że na fajnym pomyśle zbudowano zbyt grzeczne i generyczne historie. Nawet finały zagadek i wątków nie są w stanie choćby na chwilę podnieść mi ciśnienia. Zawód
September 11, 2024
This second mega collection of the super fun series, Resident Alien is another hit. While not as good as the first volume, readers are given another entertaining dose of Harry as he deals with humanity in the small town of Patience, Washington. The character of Harry is so great. He's smart, heroic, likeable, and shows what humanity can be. We get more about his life before Earth and the universe at large. I did feel that the middle arc did drag as I wasn't as interested in the other potential alien. The art continues to delight. Overall, another super enjoyable read in an incredible series.
December 26, 2024
This collection was even better than the first volume. All of the characters have continued to grow on me and the story is great. The artwork is top notch. This volume has more variety in the types of stories, and we get to visit some different locations. A lot of questions are answered and the dangling plot threads all seem to be wrapped up. This would have actually made a great series finale, but apparently we are only two-thirds of the way through Harry's story. I am fully confident the last third will be just as great and I am excited to see where it goes from here.
December 6, 2025
Really enjoying these comics.Asta looks so much like Death from Sandman, feel like it was intentional.
December 12, 2024
Resident Alien, Omnibus: Volume 2 (2020)
Writer – Peter Hogan
Artist – Steve Parkhouse
Series – Resident Alien Books #4-6
Genre – Sci-Fi, Drama, Crime
Synopsis: Stranded on Earth, Harry works as the doctor in a quiet town called Patience.
The series starts off from where it left off from Book #3, with the over arching plot of the government agents closing in on Harry. The omnibus collects three stories and an additional short story seemingly wrap up the Resident Alien series.
The Man with No Name – The arrival of a drifter in town, raises a few questions, but an enormous fire and the formers death leads to a full-fledged investigation. This story focused on the crime nature of the series and it has been done well. The characters are neatly written and the story felt very naturally set within the town.
An Alien in New York – As the title says, this story takes place in New York. Harry chances upon an alien phone number while watching a documentary about a missing street artist. This is an odd one out amongst the entire series so far, as it ‘barely’ consists of any murders or actual crime. Instead, it very slightly sets a tale that very well could have been the one the writers had in mind for Harry and Asta. The story is easily one of the best so far as it introduces a new level to the universe laid out by the series.
Your Ride’s Here – With the government agent, Jones finally in the same town as Harry, the latter needs to make a choice on his future. This story was also well laid out and actually tries pushing for a different branch of a conclusion, which was surprising. The background story on the wedding was also good and quickly wrapped up to give way for the finale.
The storytelling throughout is very fluent and smooth. And just like the first omnibus, the character development and world building is done right without blowing things out of proportion.
The artwork is another highlight and is consistent throughout.
On the downside, the stories are limited on the extent of their crime stories. From the three tales, aside from the first the other two don’t touch much into the crime nature. The Harry-Asta chemistry is something that almost everyone except the duo realises, but its never given much room to grow, aside from the final story.
Overall, this is another great set of stories from the series.
RJG Rating – 4.25/5
Goodreads – 4.27/5
Writer – Peter Hogan
Artist – Steve Parkhouse
Series – Resident Alien Books #4-6
Genre – Sci-Fi, Drama, Crime
Synopsis: Stranded on Earth, Harry works as the doctor in a quiet town called Patience.
The series starts off from where it left off from Book #3, with the over arching plot of the government agents closing in on Harry. The omnibus collects three stories and an additional short story seemingly wrap up the Resident Alien series.
The Man with No Name – The arrival of a drifter in town, raises a few questions, but an enormous fire and the formers death leads to a full-fledged investigation. This story focused on the crime nature of the series and it has been done well. The characters are neatly written and the story felt very naturally set within the town.
An Alien in New York – As the title says, this story takes place in New York. Harry chances upon an alien phone number while watching a documentary about a missing street artist. This is an odd one out amongst the entire series so far, as it ‘barely’ consists of any murders or actual crime. Instead, it very slightly sets a tale that very well could have been the one the writers had in mind for Harry and Asta. The story is easily one of the best so far as it introduces a new level to the universe laid out by the series.
Your Ride’s Here – With the government agent, Jones finally in the same town as Harry, the latter needs to make a choice on his future. This story was also well laid out and actually tries pushing for a different branch of a conclusion, which was surprising. The background story on the wedding was also good and quickly wrapped up to give way for the finale.
The storytelling throughout is very fluent and smooth. And just like the first omnibus, the character development and world building is done right without blowing things out of proportion.
The artwork is another highlight and is consistent throughout.
On the downside, the stories are limited on the extent of their crime stories. From the three tales, aside from the first the other two don’t touch much into the crime nature. The Harry-Asta chemistry is something that almost everyone except the duo realises, but its never given much room to grow, aside from the final story.
Overall, this is another great set of stories from the series.
RJG Rating – 4.25/5
Goodreads – 4.27/5
January 24, 2024
This omnibus volume collects material from Volumes 4, 5 & 6 of the series & a short story The Ghost (which was originally published in Dark Horse’s Free Comic Book Day 2022). It is the slowing unfolding story of stranded alien explorer.
The Ghost - A fun little story that further illustrates how weirdly humane the people of Patience are.
The Man With No Name - There is a superb subtlety to the narrative that is surprising engaging and delightfully entertaining. Each volume gets better and better as the story becomes increasingly complex, just as the number of characters inflates. The protagonist is immediately likable and his ongoing subterfuge to blend in is at the heart of the story, but there is also the interwoven personalities and relationships of the townspeople that add an indelible charm to the book. I cannot stress enough how good these stories are. While each volume spins around a mystery of some kind, this is not the central theme or focus. The characters and their relationships are the focus, the heart and soul of this wonderfully compelling series.
An Alien in New York - This was the first arc that I did not read in the original format of individual issues. Reading it as a single chunk changes a reader’s perspective a bit. It was also only the second arc that didn’t have an initial tease in the pages of Dark Horse Presents (the previous arc Resident Alien Volume 4: The Man with No Name was the first with that distinction) and that kind of changed the pacing as well. This one felt epic. Going into this one, I also wasn’t sure if there was another arc and I honestly thought it might end here. Traveling to New York, New York (the magical city named twice, where dreams become reality) seems like an epic journey that just might spell the conclusion of Dr. Harry Vanderspeigle’s story. Spoiler: it’s not. And I couldn’t be happier. I love this alien dude so much, I don’t want this story to end. But I fear it might. I see there is another volume and it sounds even more like an ending.
Your Ride’s Here - Oh man! That was spectacular. The first couple issues were a bit of a let down as the mystery this time around didn’t quite grab me, but then that wasn’t the real focus of the story. So things picked up and it’s ... well ... spectacular. What an ending.
And I say no more.
Except that EVERYONE should read this series. It’s beautiful. With wonderful characters and situations that you really get caught up in.
And I say no more.
The Ghost - A fun little story that further illustrates how weirdly humane the people of Patience are.
The Man With No Name - There is a superb subtlety to the narrative that is surprising engaging and delightfully entertaining. Each volume gets better and better as the story becomes increasingly complex, just as the number of characters inflates. The protagonist is immediately likable and his ongoing subterfuge to blend in is at the heart of the story, but there is also the interwoven personalities and relationships of the townspeople that add an indelible charm to the book. I cannot stress enough how good these stories are. While each volume spins around a mystery of some kind, this is not the central theme or focus. The characters and their relationships are the focus, the heart and soul of this wonderfully compelling series.
An Alien in New York - This was the first arc that I did not read in the original format of individual issues. Reading it as a single chunk changes a reader’s perspective a bit. It was also only the second arc that didn’t have an initial tease in the pages of Dark Horse Presents (the previous arc Resident Alien Volume 4: The Man with No Name was the first with that distinction) and that kind of changed the pacing as well. This one felt epic. Going into this one, I also wasn’t sure if there was another arc and I honestly thought it might end here. Traveling to New York, New York (the magical city named twice, where dreams become reality) seems like an epic journey that just might spell the conclusion of Dr. Harry Vanderspeigle’s story. Spoiler: it’s not. And I couldn’t be happier. I love this alien dude so much, I don’t want this story to end. But I fear it might. I see there is another volume and it sounds even more like an ending.
Your Ride’s Here - Oh man! That was spectacular. The first couple issues were a bit of a let down as the mystery this time around didn’t quite grab me, but then that wasn’t the real focus of the story. So things picked up and it’s ... well ... spectacular. What an ending.
And I say no more.
Except that EVERYONE should read this series. It’s beautiful. With wonderful characters and situations that you really get caught up in.
And I say no more.
October 31, 2024
More mostly wholesome fairly safe adventures for Harry and the people of Patience. If you like the first omnibus volume you will like this one too. There are some fun people and personalities that Harry runs into. A nice introduction and pretty clever way to work in another alien to the story and also a good resolution that isn't forced.
After getting an enjoyable but predictable first volume, I was pleasantly surprised that the main storylines saw progression and even some level of resolution. Yes, it is often an emotional let down once the will-they-won't-they relationships are finally turned into a They Will or I Do, but putting off the inevitable doesn't allow you to maintain the same level of interest indefinitely. It was nice to see them commit. And likewise it doesn't mean that no one will be on Harry's case from whatever Men In Black organization, but at least this doesn't require some strung along nonsense wild goose chase.
After getting an enjoyable but predictable first volume, I was pleasantly surprised that the main storylines saw progression and even some level of resolution. Yes, it is often an emotional let down once the will-they-won't-they relationships are finally turned into a They Will or I Do, but putting off the inevitable doesn't allow you to maintain the same level of interest indefinitely. It was nice to see them commit. And likewise it doesn't mean that no one will be on Harry's case from whatever Men In Black organization, but at least this doesn't require some strung along nonsense wild goose chase.
April 22, 2024
For me, omnibus volume 2 was stronger than volume 1. I don't know if it's because I was constantly comparing the comic book to the tv series during volume 1, or because the mysteries in volume 1 felt like more conventional detective stories.
Whereas in volume 2, the stories involved a rumored haunted house, a fatal fire, a trip to New York, an unconscious nurse and a kidnapped child. Harry has more invested in these mysteries, because he has deeper and deeper roots in the town and cares about its people.
Mixed in with this was being tracked by the government alien-chasers.
In this volume, Asta and her father don't come across as generic native American characters, which I suspected in the first volume. They are identified as Nuche (Ute) nation.
I can't wait to read issue 7, which is the last story (for now at least).
Whereas in volume 2, the stories involved a rumored haunted house, a fatal fire, a trip to New York, an unconscious nurse and a kidnapped child. Harry has more invested in these mysteries, because he has deeper and deeper roots in the town and cares about its people.
Mixed in with this was being tracked by the government alien-chasers.
In this volume, Asta and her father don't come across as generic native American characters, which I suspected in the first volume. They are identified as Nuche (Ute) nation.
I can't wait to read issue 7, which is the last story (for now at least).
August 15, 2024
It never really seemed to me that Harry and Asta were interested in each other. Friends, maybe, but not anything more. I was fairly surprised by the sudden change and needing to "talk." I must have missed some subtleties. The last section or book in this omnibus seemed rushed. A lot was packed in it. There was a marriage, a kidnapping, a possible love-connection, a government agent, and a space ship. I would have liked to have him solve one more mystery. Oh, and the kid who shot that guy in the leg was arrested. It could have been split up.
Still, I read the rest of it from about 30% onward all in one night, so it was engaging.
Side note: I'm not a fan of this cover art.
Still, I read the rest of it from about 30% onward all in one night, so it was engaging.
Side note: I'm not a fan of this cover art.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 3, 2023
I'm not sure I have much more to say about this volume than my review of the first volume; it's still wonderfully good comfort reading with some noir touches (toned down a bit this time). Hogan has upped the emphasis on the alien subplots with an ending to the last story that feels so much like a series conclusion that I understand why the author basically screams in the intro that "We're not done yet!". Looking forward to one more omnibus....
April 25, 2024
By the end of this omnibus, I was really missing the TV version of Harry. Alan Tudyk made the character his own and over time, the comic version just doesn't hold up. Honestly, he's a little boring to be leading a series like this. He has none of the humor or peccadilloes that ended up making the character popular. I do still enjoy the contrast between the events of the comics and the TV series and look forward to more of both.
May 17, 2023
I really enjoyed this. I found the characters and small town stories very engaging despite the lack of action and how some of the background cases are resolved by the police rather than the protagonist rather abruptly.
It would have been nice if the omnibus included behind the scenes material from the creators.
It would have been nice if the omnibus included behind the scenes material from the creators.
February 20, 2024
This omnibus contains graphic novels 4-6. I had previous read novel #4, but it was still as excellent as the first time I read it.
Resident Alien is so enthralling and unique, I have nothing to compare it to. The characters are complex and get so much development. I am going to be so sad when this series is over. 😭
Resident Alien is so enthralling and unique, I have nothing to compare it to. The characters are complex and get so much development. I am going to be so sad when this series is over. 😭
April 21, 2025
Better than the tv show
After watching the tv show, I found these graphic novels and was truly impressed with the storyline and the characters. Beautifully drawn and well written. Did not disappoint. Just sad that there is no other volumes in the series although the ending kind if hints of more to come. If that happens I'll be the first to buy.
After watching the tv show, I found these graphic novels and was truly impressed with the storyline and the characters. Beautifully drawn and well written. Did not disappoint. Just sad that there is no other volumes in the series although the ending kind if hints of more to come. If that happens I'll be the first to buy.
April 15, 2024
I was a fan of the show first and I was curious about how it differed from the print version. While the TV show is quite humorous, the omnibus volumes 1 and 2 are more serious. Great read! I found it hard to put down!
June 13, 2024
That was a great read! As soon as I finished the first omnibus, I jumped on this once. I think I had more fun with the first one, the stories in this felt a bit thinner, the ending was a bit of a rush, but I still really enjoyed it. 4.5/5 rounded up.
June 29, 2024
Should he stay or should he go?
This series mostly focuses on Harry debating running or staying, weighing the risks compared to the roots he's put down. The small-town wholesome dramedy merged with the crime/murder mystery is such a weird vibe and I am there for it.
This series mostly focuses on Harry debating running or staying, weighing the risks compared to the roots he's put down. The small-town wholesome dramedy merged with the crime/murder mystery is such a weird vibe and I am there for it.
January 6, 2024
Cute, but maybe getting a bit too cute. Overall the narratives and dialogue seem even more simplistic and all the characters are like from a ‘70s sitcom, nice and one-dimensional.
January 18, 2024
The story continues, and remains excellent. Great characters, interesting situations. Fun stuff but not without a bit of serious business here and there.
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January 22, 2024Very entertaining.
March 5, 2024
As I said for Volume 1, I liked the comics, but liked the Netflix better. I know, I'm such a heathen.
March 30, 2024
Another great set of stories
Another great set of stories.
The sad thing is the third omnibus is not yet available, so I'm stuck waiting for the resr of the Harry story :-(
Another great set of stories.
The sad thing is the third omnibus is not yet available, so I'm stuck waiting for the resr of the Harry story :-(
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April 4, 2025Three more stories featuring Dr. Vanderspeigel. It feels like a crime noir mixed with small town dramedy.
August 9, 2025
A thorough and complete tale, telling this story well, with all the artistic prowess to fill in the visuals for those not familiar with the TV/streaming series.
December 7, 2025
It is a bit better than the first omnibus, but the ending is convinient and weak.
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