Review by:
Sherry Ficklin
Mind Fog Reviews
March 25, 2010

“The Resurgence: Chronicles of the Shadow Chaser” by Randal J. Belaire was an amazing read. I wasn’t sure what to do with it as I read the first few chapters, mostly because the book transects so many genres. I kept thinking this book should really be a graphic novel because that’s how it reads. We are introduced to Arthur Brown, the masked vigilante who’s out for justice. Wow. Belaire’s narrative reminds me of Tony Isabella who wrote the original Daredevil comics back in the 70’s. The fight scenes are dynamic and the characters are flawed and gritty and totally relatable. The more I read, the deeper I was drawn into the dark, dangerous world Belaire created. I especially love Kevin, the disturbed adolescent who takes over the hero’s mantle…kind hearted, brave and just a touch out of his head, like all good heroes should be. He is what Robin could have been to Batman, if Robin had any spine at all. Also, I would like to see more of Makoto Tanaka and learn how he and Brown met and get more of a back story on the master.

If you enjoy Frank Miller style graphic novels (think Sin City) then you MUST pick up this book. Belaire has simply outdone himself with this crime noir masterpiece. I can’t wait for the next chapter in the Shadow Chaser’s story! Happy reading!

5 bookmarks

Sherry Ficklin
Mind Fog Reviews
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