Rise of the Governor (The Walking Dead #1)
by Robert Kirkman, Jay Bonansinga
Rise of the Governor by Robert Kirkman, Jay Bonansinga holds a well received rating of 3.90 out of 5, based on 13.1K reader ratings. First published in 2011. The book spans 308 pages.
About Rise of the Governor
Based on "The Walking Dead" graphic novels/comic books and the series starring Andrew Lincoln ("Teachers", "This Life and Love", and "Love Actually") and written/produced by Frank Darabont whose previous credits include "The Shawshank Redemption" and "The Green Mile", this is a new trilogy of books written by Robert Kirkman and Jay Bonansinga, author of "Perfect Victim" and "Shattered". Set in the world created by Robert Kirkman, this standalone trilogy is fast-paced, action-packed storytelling about the lengths some men will go to survive. With new characters, new storylines and with the same in-depth character-based plotting that has made the television series such an immediate hit, this trilogy of novels is sure to be a hit with those who love zombies and those who have loved the TV series and comic books.In the Walking Dead universe, there is no greater villain than The Governor. The despot who runs the walled-off town of Woodbury, he has his own sick sense of justice: whether it’s forcing prisoners to battle zombies in an arena for the townspeople’s amusement, or chopping off the appendages of those who cross him. The Governor was voted “Villain of the Year” by Wizard magazine the year he debuted, and his story arc was the most controversial in the history of the Walking Dead comic book series. Now, for the first time, fans of The Walking Dead will discover how The Governor became the man he is, and what drove him to such extremes.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Robert Kirkman, Jay Bonansinga |
| Published | 2011 |
| Pages | 308 |
| Genres | Horror, Fiction, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.90 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 13,076 |
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What genre is Rise of the Governor?
Rise of the Governor is categorized as Horror, Fiction, Fantasy, Science Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Rise of the Governor worth reading?
Based on 13.1K reader ratings, Rise of the Governor has an average score of 3.90 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Rise of the Governor?
Rise of the Governor has 308 pages.
Who wrote Rise of the Governor?
Rise of the Governor was written by Robert Kirkman, Jay Bonansinga. It was first published in 2011.
What is the ISBN for Rise of the Governor?
The ISBN-13 for Rise of the Governor is 9780312547740.0.
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