Prime Commander Raige of the United Ranger Corps answers his
son’s question about going to work by telling him the story of the colony. Hundreds
of years ago humans had to leave Earth because it became too toxic for it to
support life. They discovered and settled on the planet Nova Corp. The colony
was on the brink of civil war when an alien race called the Skrel invaded.
Thanks to the information and courage of a 12 year old boy – Carter Raige, the
tides were turned. He discovered a Skrel ship that parts were analyzed and
adapted for new technology to use to combat the aliens and to survive.
This is a prequel to the upcoming movie that stars Will
Smith and Jaden Smith. The book was a good solid read, but nothing really
spectacular. On the other hand, the comic has me curious about the film. I am
unfamiliar with Lobel’s art, but enjoyed what I saw here.
AFTER EARTH: INNOCENCE is in stores now and available at
www.dynamite.net.
~ Thomas
