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Martian Manhunter: Others Among Us
J'onn J'onzz, the Martian Manhunter, came to Earth years ago to warn all of humanity of an impending invasion. He believed himself to be the sole surviving member of his race and thus decided to use his incredible super-powers to help safeguard the people of his adopted world as a member of the Justice League of America. His discovery of a Martian artifact on Earth sets him on a quest to discover the origin of the relic which leads to a stunning discovery, the ramifications of which will forever change the way he sees himself, humanity and his destiny. This graphic novel creates a new status quo for the fan-favorite character as he goes about finding his place in a brave new world.
208 pages, Paperback
First published July 4, 2007
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June 5, 2020
3.5 stars
"May I ask you a question? All these years, why did you stay? This place, these people - they seem so determined to . . . hate. You, themselves, everything." -- Till'all the Martian
"Because one day they'll learn what it mean to be free of all that hate -- to understand that they can survive without having so much animosity, fear or anger. When that day comes, I want to be there." -- J'onn Jo'onzz, a.k.a. Martian Manhunter (eerily & coincidentally sounding very contemporary)
As a DC superhero character who has been around for decades, Martian Manhunter sometimes gets lost in the shuffle. A founding member of the Justice League, at times it seems like he is relegated to the sidelines (so to speak) while his fellow colleagues - Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, Aquaman, and Flash - get the glory, having solo titles and their own TV series or big-screen adaptations. The big green guy - always quiet, reserved, and dignified - deserves some respect, too.
The Others Among Us mini-series is a step in the right direction. Altough the twisty sci-fi / conspiracy / action plot-line was pretty good - and a supporting player, government operative Rio Ferdinand, was simultaneously slinky, dangerous AND intriguing - it was the quieter moments and the thoughts of the title character that made more of an impression. Some of the occasional introspection was spot-on, such his how his pal Superman is fully accepted and embraced by Earth's population in part because of his similar physical appearance, yet after his many years of service MM is still viewed with suspicion . . . even though literally both of them are super-powered aliens. Where's the justice?
"May I ask you a question? All these years, why did you stay? This place, these people - they seem so determined to . . . hate. You, themselves, everything." -- Till'all the Martian
"Because one day they'll learn what it mean to be free of all that hate -- to understand that they can survive without having so much animosity, fear or anger. When that day comes, I want to be there." -- J'onn Jo'onzz, a.k.a. Martian Manhunter (eerily & coincidentally sounding very contemporary)
As a DC superhero character who has been around for decades, Martian Manhunter sometimes gets lost in the shuffle. A founding member of the Justice League, at times it seems like he is relegated to the sidelines (so to speak) while his fellow colleagues - Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, Aquaman, and Flash - get the glory, having solo titles and their own TV series or big-screen adaptations. The big green guy - always quiet, reserved, and dignified - deserves some respect, too.
The Others Among Us mini-series is a step in the right direction. Altough the twisty sci-fi / conspiracy / action plot-line was pretty good - and a supporting player, government operative Rio Ferdinand, was simultaneously slinky, dangerous AND intriguing - it was the quieter moments and the thoughts of the title character that made more of an impression. Some of the occasional introspection was spot-on, such his how his pal Superman is fully accepted and embraced by Earth's population in part because of his similar physical appearance, yet after his many years of service MM is still viewed with suspicion . . . even though literally both of them are super-powered aliens. Where's the justice?
January 15, 2017
Enjoyably story featuring DC'so favorite Martian. It was very plot driven, I have yet to read a light Manhunt error story yet and that's not a bad thing. Some plot twists kept the story moving. Nice art that enhanced the story as well.
February 1, 2012
Great character, great new costume, great concept, that turned into a very normal story in the end.
March 28, 2008
I just finished this...and I avoided buying it for months because, everyone just kept bashing it, I'm glad I bought it. It was more plot intensive than some recent books I've read, but it was also dark. I beleive one reader I encountered said of this series, it was...a grumpy mini.
This is not a lighthearted book, it's a downer. While J'onn is loaded with angst in this one, the plot devices are a bit too convenient to appreciate [sexy enemy Green Martian?]; the Justice League members being so unyielding and quick to judge? The Wonder Woman line really got me...this was the same woman who killed a man because he said he'd never change his ways?? She's now suddenly judging J'onn for taking out a special ops who tried to kill him? Hmmm someone needs to bone up on recent character trends. J'onn's personal life comes through here and it's very well written--[I can't help but think...man, they should set a J'onn J'onzz story on Mars]. The only thing I enjoyed about the book? The White Martians, so much to work with there--I'm glad to see that there's an actual White Martian now on the Teen Titans.
This is not a lighthearted book, it's a downer. While J'onn is loaded with angst in this one, the plot devices are a bit too convenient to appreciate [sexy enemy Green Martian?]; the Justice League members being so unyielding and quick to judge? The Wonder Woman line really got me...this was the same woman who killed a man because he said he'd never change his ways?? She's now suddenly judging J'onn for taking out a special ops who tried to kill him? Hmmm someone needs to bone up on recent character trends. J'onn's personal life comes through here and it's very well written--[I can't help but think...man, they should set a J'onn J'onzz story on Mars]. The only thing I enjoyed about the book? The White Martians, so much to work with there--I'm glad to see that there's an actual White Martian now on the Teen Titans.
July 14, 2023
This book was not very good. The plot was convoluted and nonsensical, most of the conflict between J'onn and the JLA was manufactured, and J'onn's characterization was utterly wrong. And I didn't care for the costume redesign, but I could live with it.
I think the book did try to pay homage to previous MM works, but even that was incompetently done. I wish DC would just finish collecting the Ostrander series in TPB, but I suppose that's too much to ask.
I think the book did try to pay homage to previous MM works, but even that was incompetently done. I wish DC would just finish collecting the Ostrander series in TPB, but I suppose that's too much to ask.
July 14, 2019
I have always adored the Martian Manhunter character and this book makes me adore him more. Aside from this character, I've never clung to such a sad and isolated character for so long, but his story always compels me to have hope that he won't stay alone. It is that hope that fuels this story of treachery and lies.
As always, Jonn is able to overcome all the forces of evil that strive to keep him down, even when his so-called friends can't or aren't able to relate to him and help him. It is this constant struggle to be a hero in a world that doesn't really accept him that likely draws me to this character. And, like many of Jonn's stories, the ending is both sad and hopeful, with no real resolves but a few more answers.
Highly recommended.
As always, Jonn is able to overcome all the forces of evil that strive to keep him down, even when his so-called friends can't or aren't able to relate to him and help him. It is this constant struggle to be a hero in a world that doesn't really accept him that likely draws me to this character. And, like many of Jonn's stories, the ending is both sad and hopeful, with no real resolves but a few more answers.
Highly recommended.
November 30, 2020
Having read some of John Ostrander's work on the character, I was not impressed by Others Among Us. Manhunter spends most of the story being a jerk. The Justice League spends most of the story being useless. The art is too hard to read. It's clear that Lieberman hasn't read other MM comics. If he had, he would know that having MM and the other Martians spend the whole story in their "true form" is the Martian equivalent of walking around naked.
However, the plot twist was pretty well done. The story got better after that. Hence the three star rating.
However, the plot twist was pretty well done. The story got better after that. Hence the three star rating.
June 19, 2024
Author AJ Lieberman does a lot right with this Martian Manhunter book but just as much wrong. J'Onn is in another situation with more Martian hijinks and some are done well but the payoff is insanely dumb. The antagonists motivations make little sense and the inclusion of the JLA was a waste. I did enjoy J'Onn trying to solve a mystery and interested in a newfound chunk of his home. I was entertained for the most part but I'm afraid there are too many reasons why these events and characters introduced here won't be seen again. The art by Al Barrionuevo was also equal parts good and bad. I loved his Martians but his humans all had very strange faces. Overall, the book did a good job putting the focus on J'Onn but had too many downsides to truly recommend.
September 11, 2018
pena que no continuasen con la trama.
May 29, 2016
This was my first Martian Manhunter book, so I have nothing to compare it to, which is good because then I can give an unbiased review as I see it.
The story was interesting. I really liked it and will definitely delve into more MM stuff. This was the most important to me, and I find it to be worth 4-5 stars for that.
HOWEVER. The artwork was okay at best. Some of the faces look really strange, especially Superman's. I just kind of stared because I could not believe that the art was this bad. Also, there were a more than acceptable number of grammatical and spelling errors. There are a lot of things I will excuse in the world, but I will not excuse the wrong usage of your/you're. If you're 12 or above, I expect that you will use it right. How a comic book got away with it, I won't know. But this caused me to knock of a star because that's just lazy writing.
The story is good; it's worth the read. But if you're like, the errors in the book will bother you. But I'd recommend it anyways.
The story was interesting. I really liked it and will definitely delve into more MM stuff. This was the most important to me, and I find it to be worth 4-5 stars for that.
HOWEVER. The artwork was okay at best. Some of the faces look really strange, especially Superman's. I just kind of stared because I could not believe that the art was this bad. Also, there were a more than acceptable number of grammatical and spelling errors. There are a lot of things I will excuse in the world, but I will not excuse the wrong usage of your/you're. If you're 12 or above, I expect that you will use it right. How a comic book got away with it, I won't know. But this caused me to knock of a star because that's just lazy writing.
The story is good; it's worth the read. But if you're like, the errors in the book will bother you. But I'd recommend it anyways.
July 1, 2011
I kind of predicted where this was going based on some of the more recent stories I've read involving the Martian Manhunter. But this was still a really great story on an underused uber-powerful character in the DCU.
February 22, 2013
So, if you're a comic book writer, and you can't tell the difference between 'your' and 'you're' that's insane, and it happens twice. Plus I can't understand how the Justice League got so unhelpful.
February 9, 2014
I found the artwork to be somewhat muddy. The story, for the most part was fair to middling. There were some moments where I felt that the Manhunter acted out of character. The saving grace of the whole story was the ending.
May 20, 2015
Haven't really had the time to read up on just Martian Manhunter alone. Often do I see him in other Justice League stories and never just him. He is a phenomenal character and this was a very good story.
A bit odd at times but a really good read. C+
A bit odd at times but a really good read. C+
May 20, 2017
Was very impressed with this 8 issue limited series.Learned a lot about Martian Manhunter in this one and what makes him tick.He is a very unique character and i plan on learning more about him in the near future.
June 27, 2007
For now, suffice it to say there is a dearth of stories starring the Martian Manhunter and I am a sucker for the big green guy. More later? Mayhap.
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July 16, 2008
Oh J'onn J'onzz, when will they ever write stories worthy of your greatness? Until then your depths live only in my dreams, my darling, my love, my manhunter.
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May 3, 2015Edición en castellano de Martian Manhunter: Others Among Us.
February 14, 2015
Pretty forgettable but worth it to read once. One of my favorite characters but not the best story.
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