Review of "The Walking Dead Volume 13: Too Far Gone," by Robert Kirkman et. al.

Review of

The Walking Dead Volume 13: Too Far Gone, by Robert Kirkman et. al. ISBN 9781607063292

Five out of five stars

 In this continuation of the fascinating saga of Rick and his band of survivors, they have joined a stationary group in what can only be described as a sanctuary from the terrors of the walking dead. All seems quite normal in their compound walled off from the terrors of the undead, yet Rick’s uncanny sense tells him that (t)he(y) must be wary. Even when all seems well and safe.

 Since it is necessary for members of the community to go outside the bounds in order to get materials they do not have, there is always danger. Furthermore, there are dangers that lurk within the compound as well. Given their greater experience in navigating the new normal, the people in Rick’s band very quickly demonstrate that they know more about leading than the current leaders in the compound. To their credit, they recognize this and show their leadership skills by deferring to the members of Rick’s band.

 Unfortunately, the ugliness of human nature once again appears as there are normal people that try to shoot their way to power rather than acquiescing. This story also ends with a cliffhanger as now the undead are on their way. This is a great story showing the best and worst sides of human nature, even when they are not undead.