Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mickey Spillane’s Mike Hammer #1 | 2018 | Mickey Spillane | Buy |
| 2 | Mickey Spillane’s Mike Hammer #2 | 2018 | Mickey Spillane | Buy |
The Mike Hammer graphic novels present Spillane’s famous detective in comic book form. Two volumes were published in 2018, bringing the hard-boiled private eye to a visual medium.
Mike Hammer first appeared in Spillane’s 1947 novel I, the Jury and became one of the most recognizable characters in crime fiction. The graphic novel adaptations translate his tough-talking style and violent cases into illustrated panels. Issue #1 and #2 were released in the same year, giving readers a short but concentrated dose of Hammer in a new format.
Spillane passed away in 2006, so these graphic novels were produced based on his existing material and legacy. For longtime Hammer fans, the comic format offers a fresh way to experience the character. For newcomers, the two issues provide a quick introduction to the private eye who defined hard-boiled detective fiction for millions of readers.