Sometimes it takes a spell, even decades, for a creative dream to reach fruition. A significant case in point is Ron Fortier's superb, 58-page, Satin's Ways, published by Redbud Studio.
The saga's titular lead, Satin Wei, was an orphan trained by Hong Kong's most successful, jewel thief, and now in America, she continues her "Artful Dodger" ways, though behind the cover of an unassuming boutique.
For the issue's commencing adventure, Ms. Wei is coerced into a tricky mission from Fort Morgan's "real power," Armand Dupont, owner of White Cobra Imports, who wants her to retrieve and destroy an incriminating disk. As one might expect, things don't go quite as planned, forcing our stealthy lady into a head-spinning spree of high danger and political intrigue, as only Fortier could compose.
In addition to the prime adventure, Fortier gives readers a nifty bonus, "The Perfect Murder," which rolls like a fine-tuned, Alexander Mundy jaunt with Selina Kyle trimmings. It's short, sweet and delivers a swell, surprise ending.
Artist Gary Kato, Fortier's long-time, Mr. Jigsaw collaborator, takes his illustrative skills to yet another impressive level for the main feature, with page after page of pulse-pounding, Bondian imagery.
Artists Gonzalo Martinez, Terry Staats and Jaymes Reed do wonders with "The Perfect Murder," establishing a sleek, Hitchcockian ambiance; and the sensational, cover artwork comes courtesy of the legendary Rob Davis.
I hope that Fortier launches a sequel issue (if not an ongoing series). Satin's Ways has far too much potential to stand as a one-shot, but even it if doesn't progress beyond this terrific teaser, I'm grateful for the explosive treat.
Order Satin's Ways at
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/195358960X?ref=ppx_pt2_dt_b_prod_image
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