Avatar: The Last Airbender--Smoke and Shadow Library Edition

Great read if you like the series.

This is the newest addition to the series of avatar comics, and follows the same formatting as the others. The book is hardback and has quite a bit of weight to it compared to other books. The cover has vibrant colors, as do all of the pages contained in it. The only difference between this version of the comics and the individual volumes is that this contains all three volumes of Smoke and Shadow, has bigger pages, concept art, and notes from the creators in the margins of the pages. For the price, you would be losing money if you bought all the volumes individually, so I highly recommend getting this edition. As for the story, it's no worse than the other avatar comics. It's not better either, but maintains the same level of quality that you would expect from the avatar universe. The plot features Zuko as the main character, as does 2/3 of the other comic series, which can be disappointing if you're expecting much from other characters. The only plus to this is that Zuko's supporting characters are incredibly interesting, and the lore of the fire nation doubly so. Overall, this is an amazing book and I will continue to look forward to purchasing future avatar series comics.

The library editions are the way to go for these Avatar additions! These books are hard cover with a mix of matte and glossy finish. They're all larger books (think the size of a game guide.) The art inside is top notch (as expected) and includes some thoughts from the creators on the side panels. The back includes step by step process art for characters and cover art. Smoke and Shadow, specifically, focuses on Zuko after he has become emperor and the rising tensions between the fire nation proper and long conquered fire nation territories that identify with being Earth nation. A new threat has popped up throughout the Fire Nation where children are being snatched from their homes. Zuko and Aang must find and cut off this threat before the people of the Fire Nation depose Zuko. Of the 4 library editions, this compilation has been my least favorite, but that in no way means that I thought the story was anything less than excellent. I encourage all Avatar fans to read these if they want to continue journeying with Aang and see how the world of Korra is created.

I really liked this book because it focusses on the Fire Nation and Zuko and Mai. The only disappointing thing for me was there are no definite answers to the questions that arose in earlier books like what happens to Zuko and Mai or Azula. They sort of hint at stuff without really showing what actually happens. Overall, I really enjoyed this one, it feels like a solid Avatar story.

Bought this for my fiancé who is an avid Avatar fan. We’re both fans if the show and he loves the book as well. It’s a must buy for any Avatar fan/reader

I love these graphic novels! They are a beautiful tribute to the television show and stay true to the characters and the ATLA world. The illustrations are gorgeous to look at and the story is rich and engaging. I can't recommend them enough!

Excellent story and graphics. Of all the comics so far, this one is my second favorite. All the library additions are great and I just can’t get enough Avatar!

More than pleased with my order. I have recently developed strong feelings for the dear Fire Lord, so this was a must buy for me. It came sealed in plastic and there were no creases or "imperfections" that I could spot. I've already watched the Motion Comic on Youtube, but I also wanted to have the tangible book for my collection.