Hulk: Gray
by Jeph Loeb
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Author: Jeph LoebIllustrator: Tim Sale
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2011-06-29
ISBN: 0785113460
Number of pages: 168
Publisher: Marvel
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Book Review: A simple story, but still good
Summary: 3 Stars
I don't claim to be a big fan of the Hulk. I collected a few issues of The Incredible Hulk years ago, but what really brought my attention to Hulk: Gray was the writer and artist behind it. I'm sure by now Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale need no introduction to anyone who's somewhat comics savvy. I began checking out their ground breaking work on Batman a while back and really enjoyed their interpretation of that character so decided I'd see what else these two had to offer.
Hulk: Gray is the second Marvel book I've read by Loeb/Sale, the first being the excellent Daredevil: Yellow. While these books don't really add anything new to their hero's mythology, they are interesting looks into the origins of the characters where they tackle their first enemies, as well as their first loves.
Like Yellow, the story of Gray is told in flashbacks by Bruce Banner, to his psychologist friend. That makes for some interesting narration, but occasionally his friend's comments become a little stale. But what could have been just a routine retelling of the Hulk's origin is saved by Loeb's thoughtful chracterization of the Hulk as a sympathetic creature, as well as Banner, the man behind the monster. He makes you feel for the Hulk, by getting across his confusion at what he is, as well as his feelings for Betty. It reminded me of King Kong at times, wanting to protect his girl from the army while they're trying to protect her from him. However, in this version, the woman is frightened and wants to get as far away from him as possible. At one point, Hulk had a Lenny moment from Of Mice and Men, and it's a great scene.
I've always enjoyed Sale's artwork. The guy is colorblind if you can believe that, but he does all his own inking. He takes advantage of shadows and uses them often which some people don't appreciate, but I like it. I believe his style is either love it or hate it.
Overall, a good quick read. I wouldn't say it's essential Hulk, but for people who don't know anything about the character or that he was ever gray to begin with, this is a good introduction to a classic character that should be around for as long as they're still printing comics.
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