Big fan of Straczynski’s work, Ten Grand is no different. Joe
Fitzgerald is an ex-con who leaves the business for love, all right that’s
not so unique. His love, Laura and him are murdered, as you know, no one leaves
the business that easily.
What makes this a good read is the interesting deal Joe makes
to serve good through the use of his given angelic powers as he is sent back to
earth to pursue noble and good causes. Each time he dies for such a cause he is
rewarded with five minutes in heaven to spend with his beloved Laura. After
such time he is returned to earth to serve again.
That’s the premise of the story and a good one it is. It is
the ultimate sacrifice to spend five minutes with the one you love. J. Michael
Straczynski delivers another winner here with an exceptional story and
unique art to move along with this dark love story. It’s not all gushy and rosy
– Ten Grand is a dark and disturbing ride through the place we all call home.
Suggest you look into this series, for the comic lover and
for those looking for a great story – Ten Grand delivers.
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