Simon Spurrier has worked on Gutsville, Silver Surfer, Ghost Rider, X-Men, and web comics Disenchanted and Crossed: Wish You Were Here Artist P.J. Holden is a regular on the UK legendary sci-fi comic, 2000 AD
"Spurrier's storytelling is crisp and straightforward, while having
complex workings beneath the main narrative that explore quite
comprehensively the concepts of life, death, predetermination, free
will, and reincarnation. Artist Holden (Judge Dredd) provides
expressive artwork that demarcates life in lustrous color and the
afterlife in stark black-and-white illustrations accentuated by
flowing grey ink washes. Tensions run high in this volume, setting
up a truly engrossing read." - Library Journal - starred review
"Finally, the head-spinning adventure 'Numbercruncher' is collected
for the first time ever in this single gorgeous hardback volume!" -
The Cult Den "Numbercruncher is one of the sleeping giants of
recent comics and if you like clever stories that are fantastical
and deal in high concepts while remaining earthy and humorous, and
even managing to be disarmingly violent, then don't miss this
book." - Bleeding Cool "I was thoroughly impressed with Si
Spurrier's storytelling." - Comic Bastards "I highly recommend
Numbercruncher to anyone who is looking for a dark, smart story." -
Hero Nuggets "One hell of a story." - Nerdophiles "The ending so
cleverly and so beautifully wraps everything up in a nice little
bow, that you can't help but be impressed. It's surprising and
fresh and a whole lot of fun." - Fanboy Comics "PJ Holden's pencils
and Jordie Bellaire's colors combine in an imaginative fashion.
Holden's pencils really get a chance to shine in the world of
numbers." - Comicosity "If you find yourself bored with tights and
capes and looking for a sweet and sour take on love, NUMBERCRUNCHER
adds up in every way imaginable." - AICN "This is one clever comic
book. If you like fiction that makes you think this might be
exactly what you're looking for, because there are layers upon
layers in this book that'll keep you guessing as to the intentions
and actions of the protagonist. By book's end you'll find yourself
enjoying one hell of a love story and one complex, intricate
science fiction story." - Adventures in Poor Taste "A comic book
that actually makes you think and reflect on life." - Retrenders
"It is brilliant, thoughtful, complex and an amazing work of
artistic expression as well. A great collaborative work that I'm
thrilled to have in my library." - SciFi Mafia "Numbercruncher
confirms that Spurrier is emerging a major talent" - Nerds
Unchained "A deep, moving and even surprising love story that will
shake the foundations of the universe it occupies." - Pop Cults
"One of the more interesting graphic novels I've read in awhile." -
Awkward Geeks "Compelling reading" - Borg "Spurrier's spiky,
ruthless story and the best work of Holden's career make
NUMBERCRUNCHER a sheer dirty joy."
- Warren Ellis (Transmetropolitan, Red, Gun Machine) "Holden's art
is a strange mash-up of Steve Parkhouse and John Romita
Jr., and colorist Jordie Bellaire's artistry is just gorgeous -
deep
and rich colors that make each page just pop out. Numbercruncher #1
is
inventive, unpredictable and engaging! 4 out of 5 stars!" - Comic
Book Resources "A severely interesting new series that bucks your
expectations at
nearly every turn. If you're a fan of books like Punk Rock Jesus,
The
Filth, or The Unwritten, give Numbercruncher a shot. 8.4 out of
10!" - IGN "I can say with the utmost statistical certainty I'm
intrigued to read
more this summer." - Ain't It Cool
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