About This Book
Gene Luen Yang's "The Shadow Hero" reimagines the origin of the Green Turtle, the first Asian American superhero from 1940s comics. This particular issue, "True Colors," sees Hank Chu, the reluctant hero, deep in battle against the Tong of Sticks crime syndicate, facing overwhelming odds even with his mysterious guardian's help. It's a fast-paced, humorous, and heartfelt graphic novel that explores themes of identity, justice, and cultural heritage, making it an engaging read for young adults interested in superheroes and historical fiction.
The Shadow Hero is based on the adventures of the Green Turtle, who solved crimes and fought injustice just like any other comics hero of the 1940s. But this mysterious masked crusader was hiding something more than your run-of-the-mill secret identity . . . The Green Turtle was the first Asian American superhero. Now, New York Times–bestselling author Gene Luen Yang has created a riveting, hilarious, and moving origin story for the Green Turtle. With artwork by the unmatched Sonny Liew, this gorgeous graphic novel about heroism and heritage is also a loving tribute to the long, rich tradition of American superhero comics. ——— The fifth issue of The Shadow Hero, "True Colors," brings the action to a boil! Our hero Hank strikes out to destroy the shadowy head of the Tong of Sticks crime syndicate, but as usual he's way over his head...and even the advice and aid of his invisible guardian may not be able to save him!
