This is the story of mankind clawing for survival, of mankind on the edge. The world outside has grown unkind, the view of it limited, talk of it forbidden. But there are always those who hope, who dream. These are the dangerous people, the residents who infect others with their optimism. Their punishment is simple. They are given the very thing they profess to want: They are allowed outside.

It all begins here! Hugh Howey‘s bestselling Wool makes the leap into comics, with mysteries and thrills for new fans and surprises for the already faithful. Wool #1, the Silo is explored, and a lie is revealed.

I’ve heard a lot about the “Silo” series of books, but sadly I’m not much of a prose reader (I read too slow), so haven’t had a chance to partake in them. Luckily, I get a chance to experience the hype before it receives another adaptation on the big screen, in comic form courtesy of writers Justin Gray and Jimmy Palmiotti whose adaptation is given visual life with art from Jimmy Broxton.

The first issue is all set-up, but it’s done so in such a way I immediately want to read the second issue and find out what happens next. Taking place all within a silo, the sense of a confined space is prevalent and oozes off the page. That’s even with the first issue exploring the various floors of the complex. This is the opening chapter, the teaser before the title plays, more than enough to get me entranced and wanting to find out what happens next.

By the end of the issue, I had an idea of the world, what’s come before, and some of the key players. What I don’t know is what comes next. And for that, I can’t wait to find out.

Story: Justin Gray and Jimmy Palmiotti Art: Jimmy Broxton
Story: 8.5 Art: 8.5 Overall: 8.5 Recommendation: Buy