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The Fifth Beatle


The Fifth Beatle was a rich captivating story which covered the incredible life of Brian Epstein-manager for the Beatles. The story is filled with rich story telling devices, utilizes its comic aspects, and encapsulates much of what a graphic novel should be. Before reading this story I had no idea who Brian Epstein was however afterwards I had found new respect for the man and cherished the legacy he left behind. In combination with having excellent art the novel has also got great design as well. This was definitely a novel I'd recommend to others and may even read again in the future

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