Alter Ego: A Novel
Laura Gustines had no idea that the information she possessed was worth killing for. She had just concluded an interview with a reclusive author who had worked on a comic book with a cult following. Annie Bustamante is a former comic book artist turned film director whose career is at an impasse. Despite accolades for her past work, her latest movie has been permanently shelved. However, an opportunity arises when she is approached to work on rebooting a comic book superhero known as “The Lethal Lynx.” Annie would be utilizing her artistic skills to revive the Lynx. Annie has reservations about the studios’ intentions and clashes with the producers. The origin of the Lynx has a troubled history, and as Annie begins to investigate, her search may prove as perilous as Laura’s.
In Alex Segura’s exceptional new mystery, the appreciation of comic books and their ability to inspire future generations competes with the cutthroat tactics of big business. Segura (“Secret Identity”) brilliantly explores how art is sacrificed for profit and how intellectual property can be misappropriated in the publishing and entertainment world. Segura has written a mystery with as much heart as suspense. Alter Ego is a 2024 must-read.
Author | Alex Segura |
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Star Count | 5/5 |
Format | Hard |
Page Count | 336 pages |
Publisher | Flatiron Books |
Publish Date | 03-Dec-2024 |
ISBN | 9781250801777 |
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Issue | January 2025 |
Category | Mystery, Crime, Thriller |
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