Bond, Gwenda. Lois Lane Triple Threat.

Bond, Gwenda. Lois Lane Triple Threat. Capstone/Switch Press      2017  357p  $16.95  Hardback  ISBN 978-1-63079-082-0  ms/hs  Fantasy  E-BN   

In this, the third book in the Lois Lane series, Lois has her hands full.  Happy at her new school, she has friends, an online romance, and, best of all, a new mystery to solve. She and her friends are still working for the Daily Scoop in Metropolis and are investigating the appearance of four teens who seem to have special powers. Unfortunately for Lois and her friends, the teens seem to be investigating her as well. Pulling together their vaunted research skills to ferret out the bad guys, they help the teens escape. Lois gets to meet her Smallville Guy (guess who he turns out to be) and save Metropolis at the same time.  

This is engaging, suspenseful, well-written fiction with excellent characterizations, a fast-paced plot, and snappy dialogue and banter, all of which make this a fun read for middle- and high-school readers. This reviewer  would have liked a little more background information about the first two books to set the scene. Highly recommended.

Summary: In this, the third book in the Lois Lane series, Lois has her hands full.  Happy at her new school, she has friends, an online romance, and, best of all, a new mystery to solve.  

Lois Lane, Superman                                         --Susan Ogintz

Johns, Geoff. Superman Secret Origin.

Johns, Geoff.      Superman Secret Origin.  

DC Comics see Random    2010  unp   29.99  978-1-4012-2697-8

hs/adult                E-BN  

Details Clark Kent’s journey from a Smallville farm to Metropolis’ urban center.            

Geoff Johns and Gary Frank reunite (previous collaborations include “Superman: Legion of

Super-Heroes”) to present a new perspective on the origin of the Man of Steel.

The graphic novel chronicles Clark Kent’s journey from the idyllic farm outside

Smallville to the bustling city of Metropolis.  Along the way, readers are

introduced to Lex Luthor, the Legion of Super-Heroes, Lois Lane, Metallo, Jimmy

Olsen, the Parasite, and others.  

 Johns emphasizes the human qualities that underscore the common ground Superman

shares with the reader rather than his Kryptonian super powers. The story line

places an emphasis on characterization, fleshing out Clark Kent’s personality.

The author also pulls together elements of the movies, Smallville television

show, the Birthright arc, the comic history, and provides tantalizing hints

regarding the future.  Fans will not be disappointed by this story, nor by

Frank’s artwork, which conveys emotions and body language superbly (although

Superman does bear a remarkable likeness to actor Christopher Reeves. 

            Welliver, Hilary

Superman: What Happened to the Man of Tomorrow

Moore, Alan & Curt Swan. Superman: What Happened to the Man of Tomorrow
DC Comics 2009 128p 24.99 978-1-401223472 secondary
This hard-bound deluxe edition contains the collection of Alan Moore’s tales of the legendary Man of Steel. Alan Moore has presented Superman, a widely known and powerful being who has made it his life’s work to protect our planet. His endeavors are a never ending battle for justice against the forces of evil that are prevalent in our world. Readers have enjoyed his trials for years. They has also been curious about what happened to him. This deluxe hardcover edition attempts to answer the unanswered. It is also the first time that the works have been collected in a single volume. Moore is joined by illustrators and collaborators Dave Gibbons (WATCHMEN), Curt Swan (ACTION COMICS), George Perez, Kurt Schaffenberger, Murphy Anderson, Al Williamson, and Rick Veitch (SWAMP THING)! In addition to being very popular for Superman readers and collectors, this book will be appreciated by the readers of the new graphic novel genre. The pages are beautifully designed and the layout flows easily for the readers to follow the storyline. The dramatic use of color exemplifies the drama surrounding the superhero’s environment.
McNeil, Linda