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A review by e_bibliophile
The Heir by Jean Van Hamme
4.0
Largo Winch by [a:Philippe Francq|444294|Philippe Francq|https://s.gr-assets.com/assets/nophoto/user/m_50x66-82093808bca726cb3249a493fbd3bd0f.png] (artist) and [a:Jean Van Hamme|165027|Jean Van Hamme|https://d.gr-assets.com/authors/1260283227p2/165027.jpg] (script writer) is a Belgian comic series which can be found translated to English. The series contain 8 installments (as far as I know), and each installment includes 2 volumes. 18 volumes up to the moment of writing this review.
(Source: Wikipedia)
Check out my reviews on other volumes:
Volumes 3 & 4
Volumes 5 & 6
Volumes 7 & 8
Volume 9
Volume 10
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My first impression was: why does the illustration look kinda outdated (fashion/hairstyle-wise)? So, I looked it up and found out that the original work was published in the early 1990s. I was impressed with the illustrations and fonts. The script is well written and leaves no space for boredom. I also enjoyed the sense of humor that doesn't try so hard.
It's about Largo Winczlav aka Largo Winch; a 26-year-old Yugoslavian orphan who tries to preserve his new gigantic inheritance left by a distant American relative who is also his adoptive father, Neiro Winch, while getting himself into a lot of trouble. This is more than just a comic book; there is a great emphasis on economics. It shows that wealth doesn't always come with comforts; there is a lot to jeopardize and things are hard to compromise.
The Heir (Vol. 1):
A conspiracy driven by greed is weaved to take down Largo Winch who is the adopted son and sole heir of one of the biggest tycoons in the world. LW inherits a $10 billion business empire which gets him framed for murder in Istanbul, and that is followed by several attempts of assassination. He's quite a badass who manages to endure the challenges he faces.
Sample from L'Héritier; the French version of The Heir.
The W Group (Vol. 2):
The mastermind of the conspiracy is apparently one of the shareholders in the W Group, and LW's taking over his business pisses him off. He is obviously detested by many members of the board of directors. Flashbacks from LW's past start to highlight that his adventurous character is old news. He's always been a free-spirit, womanizer, troublemaker, and a tough challenger.
Sample from Le Groupe W; the French version of The W Group.
(Source: Wikipedia)
Check out my reviews on other volumes:
Volumes 3 & 4
Volumes 5 & 6
Volumes 7 & 8
Volume 9
Volume 10
__________
My first impression was: why does the illustration look kinda outdated (fashion/hairstyle-wise)? So, I looked it up and found out that the original work was published in the early 1990s. I was impressed with the illustrations and fonts. The script is well written and leaves no space for boredom. I also enjoyed the sense of humor that doesn't try so hard.
It's about Largo Winczlav aka Largo Winch; a 26-year-old Yugoslavian orphan who tries to preserve his new gigantic inheritance left by a distant American relative who is also his adoptive father, Neiro Winch, while getting himself into a lot of trouble. This is more than just a comic book; there is a great emphasis on economics. It shows that wealth doesn't always come with comforts; there is a lot to jeopardize and things are hard to compromise.
The Heir (Vol. 1):
A conspiracy driven by greed is weaved to take down Largo Winch who is the adopted son and sole heir of one of the biggest tycoons in the world. LW inherits a $10 billion business empire which gets him framed for murder in Istanbul, and that is followed by several attempts of assassination. He's quite a badass who manages to endure the challenges he faces.
Sample from L'Héritier; the French version of The Heir.
The W Group (Vol. 2):
The mastermind of the conspiracy is apparently one of the shareholders in the W Group, and LW's taking over his business pisses him off. He is obviously detested by many members of the board of directors. Flashbacks from LW's past start to highlight that his adventurous character is old news. He's always been a free-spirit, womanizer, troublemaker, and a tough challenger.
Sample from Le Groupe W; the French version of The W Group.