These Parker books are really just incredible. With a deftness and style that only a gifted artist like Cooke could perform, they slide down your palette like a smooth martini.The art is inspired and, especially in this second volume, in full service to the narrative. And the narrative is just a delight: there isn't any conceit about this book. Darwyn Cooke tells Parker's story for the sheer thrill of it, not saddling the work with anything other than the recognition that this is a fun, grisly, dangerous crime story.Volume 3 is on its way soon. If it fulfills the promise these first two works have, I can guarantee my review will be much, much shorter. Highest possible recommendation. hard not to love what darwyn does. i love his art: the energy, life, and design. i just read an article they posted on his parker books that he did while he was the long beach comic con last week, and remembered that i'd never posted about these. i'm giving this one a four though initially i had a five. i have a soft spot for darwyn: he's one of my favourite people in real life, too. he sparks in real life just like his art. i saw him just the other night on his way back east and he was as feisty as ever. and we both love to love dali :)
What do You think about Parker #2: La Compañía (2011)?
Another great adaptation of a Richard Stark novel, a sequel to The Hunter.
—Heather
