This is apparently based on Simon Wiesenthal, a Nazi hunter after the second World War. Here he's depicted as a "Nazi-hunting 007" to quote the Forbes review on the back cover.
It's a graphic novel drawn almost entirely in black and white. The only colour used is red. the artwork is very good throughout but not exceptional. The use of colour is the only standout in the art department here.
The story follows Simon as he initially works with the Americans to hunt down assorted officers of the 3rd Reich still at large in Germany. When the unit is closed down he becomes a vigilante and discovers a group of high ranking officers assuming more power again. It's up to him and his partner Bruno to stop the rise of the 4th Reich.
The story is exciting, filled with tension and action set pieces. I'm not sure how much of a liberty they've taken with the "inspired by" heading. Some of it seems as unlikely as the action sequences you find in an actual 007 flick. If you're going to say that it's based on reality, maybe it should feel more realistic.
There are no notes from the author at the end to answer any of my questions about the veracity of any of the events or characters in the book, which is slightly annoying.
It finishes on a bit of a cliffhanger and as far as I can see there's not a volume 2 out yet. That's slightly more annoying.
A good way to kill an hour or so. If vol 2 pops up anywhere, I will be certain to buy it.
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