Andrew Thomas – illustratör

After finding out Mihko reinstated the Reckoner Initiative in Breakdown, Cole and Eva confronted Mihko head-on. But when Eva stumbles across a secret laboratory, she finds her worst nightmares come to life. After a vicious battle with Mihko’s newest test subject leaves Cole close to death, Eva is forced to continue their investigation without him. With Brady missing and Cole in recovery, Eva is on her own.What new terrors has Mihko created? Can they be stopped? And can Eva find Brady before it’s too late?

Cole and Eva are reunited once more. A new terror looms as Mihko Laboratories latest human experiments are about to be unleashed. Cole is on the long road to recovery, but he’s still struggling with survivor’s guilt. He must stay focused as he, Eva, and their friends prepare for the final showdown with Mihko. After the events of Version Control, Brady’s mind is fractured, and he can’t distinguish between what really happened and what Mikho made him believe. Eva and Cole may have to face this terrifying threat without him. It’s a grim prospect, but a new discovery might just change everything: God Flare. Will Brady recover enough to join the fight? Can Cole come to terms with his abilities in spite of his PTSD? And will God Flare help even the odds against Mihko? God Flare is the latest volume in the Reckoner Rises series from best-selling author David A. Robertson.

Indigenous superheroes, systemic racism, corporate greed, and high-stakes violence collide in the explosive climax of The Reckoner Rises, a groundbreaking Indigenous science fiction young adult graphic novel series.In this fourth and final volume from award-winning, bestselling author David A. Robertson, the powerful corporation Mihko threatens to destroy the Plains Cree community of Wounded Sky. Cole, Eva, and their friends are the last line of defense as they take the fight directly to Mihko’s heavily fortified headquarters in Winnipeg.Facing an army of altered creatures and the return of a deadly enemy from Cole’s past, Cole and Eva must confront their trauma and grief while mastering their abilities as Indigenous superheroes. Can they defeat Mihko, protect Wounded Sky, and save those who have been cruelly experimented on—or will they be forced to sacrifice everything they’ve fought for?Fans and educators will love this final volume:A masterclass in Indigenous science fiction: Blends fast-paced young adult fiction, superhero storytelling, and Indigenous perspectives into a groundbreaking graphic novel series.Grounded thematic depth: Explores systemic racism, corporate greed, environmental and social justice, and the lasting impacts of violence on communities.Diverse and inclusive representation: Features an authentic, intersectional cast with vital 2SLGBTQI+ and queer representation, making it a standout choice for readers seeking LGBTQ+ Indigenous books.Real-world representation: Set in Winnipeg, Manitoba, this contemporary story reflects the experiences of urban Indigenous communities.Nuanced mental health representation: Portrays the psychological impacts of trauma, displacement, and conflict while creating opportunities for classroom discussions around mental health and healing.