Black Leopard, Volume 2

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Gr. 9-up. Although this is identified as volume one in the Black Leopard graphic-novel saga, readers are plunged into a story that has already started. To bring readers up to speed, background is given at the beginning along with the relationship chart. The story builds a world of intrigue and action around the title character, Black Leopard, a top-notch agent trained to be the best. In this adventure, Leopard must regain his sword, then head to Tokyo to rescue his girlfriend, Lily, while dealing with warrior rival Edge Sanbu. This rock 'em, sock 'em Chinese manga is the graphic-novel equivalent of a Hong Kong action flick. There's just a touch of bad language and a lot of showy violence, but there's little true gore. The story falters a little in places, mainly because of translation difficulties, but flaws are more than redeemed by the wonderful art. Crisp and elegant line work is offset by a subdued, almost delicate use of color. With its high-tension emotion and a hero who can do almost anything, Black Leopard will attract an enthusiastic audience of comics fans. Tina Coleman
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The Black Leopard team finds their backs against the wall yet again. However, Sky has a cunning plan.

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Black Leopard Volume 2.


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Black Leopard follows the adventures of an elite task force dealing in intense covert special ops missions. The group is lead by Yee Tie a.k.a. - Black Leopard. Yee is a battle-hardened assassin trained under the most torturous conditions. His will is unbreakable, yet he has just learned that he and his most deadly enemies share a past which cannot be denied. A relationship with two of the world's most dangerous men and Yee's commitment to serve his country are on an explosive collision course with Black Leopard caught in the middle. Black Leopard has been referred to as the modern day Storm Riders. The cutting edged artistic style and riveting storyline have made Black Leopard one of Hong Kong's best selling comic book titles.


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