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It's Superman!

By: Tom De Haven
Narrated by: Scott Brick
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Summary

 Acclaimed novelist Tom De Haven recreates the early years of the Man of Steel - the world's most popular and enduring superhero.

Opening with the young Clark Kent on a date, the novel takes an entirely fresh approach to the emergence of his superpowers and the start of his newspaper career, following him from rural 1930s Kansas across America to Hollywood in its golden age and then to New York City. He meets a worldly Lois Lane and conniving political boss Lex Luthor, and begins his battles against criminal masterminds, mad scientists, and super villains inspired by fascists.

This fun and fast-paced novel of thrilling invention, heroic escapes, ill-fitting costumes, and super-sized, coming-of-age angst is sure to appeal to devoted fans.

©2005 DC Comics (P)2006 Blackstone Audio Inc. Science Fiction & Fantasy Feel-Good
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Critic reviews

"Comic noir with a super-keen edge, in De Haven's best book yet." ( Kirkus Reviews)
"One of the finest interpretations of Superman in any medium." ( Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
"Delightful....De Haven's cartoon world will entertain readers for a long time to come." ( New York Times Book Review)
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interesting different version with a thorough origin story
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the retro newspaper style of the narrative

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Well that was a long slog. Over embellished, plain boring & not enough actual Superman. It should have been called 'It's everyone but Superman!' I understand the narrator was trying to present a comic book style but it was hard to listen to for the whole book.

Never quite gets going.

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I love the setting of the 30's. It's a refreshing take. The narration is unsurprisingly brilliant from Mr Brick. I'll keep on wishing for a sequel.

A bit different

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This is an awesome book. It’s read with such passion and the voice talent is 2nd to none. I have heard it many times over and at 16+ hours it’s a pleasure.
You can close your eyes and actually picture the whole scene it’s so meticulously set out.

Amazing

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Excellent 'different' take on the origins of Superman without the nice family values of the 50's. Can honestly say this is one I couldn't turn off, however the ending was a little bit of a let down.

What a Start

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