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Black Wade - The Wild Side of Love by Jason Salzenstein
EDGE National Style & Travel EditorTuesday Sep 22, 2009 There was a time when ships were the only form of transportation between the old world in Europe and the new colonies across the waves. In those days, the oceans were full of bold pirates, waiting to seize large war-ships and merchant vessels and rob them of the riches they carried. There was not a port or tavern where the sailors did not recount the tales of the notorious Captain Black Wade, the terror of the seven seas...
So begins Black Wade: The Wild Side of Love, a beautifully illustrated and surprisingly engaging book from Bruno Gmunder by Italian duo Franze and Andarle. Officially a "gay adult comic," to simply call it that does it a major injustice; this book is visually stunning, with a story that not only flows, but flows well- and somehow allows you to escape almost immediately into the story. Black Wade brilliantly combines rich graphics with a captivating tale- of pirates!
Of course the story is simple, as it should be. It’s also superbly crafted, however, by someone with an excellent grasp of language, expressing much in so few words. Of course, most people won’t be focusing on the words- and who can blame them when the images are this hot? Between the dark, mysterious and slightly hirsute Captain Black Wade, the young, strong, smooth blonde Lieutenant Wilkins, and the men of both the pirate ship and the British fleet, there’s enough eye candy - and resulting sexual encounters - for a short series, yet somehow it’s never gratuitous.
And while the story may be somewhat predictable and borrow from old legends - and stereotypes - it’s also enthralling and highly erotic... with a surprising ability to arouse. The warmth and detail of the illustrations brings the images to life; you’ll likely find yourself rooting for the captured young Lieutenant even as you’re secretly eager for Captain Black Wade to take advantage of him. With kidnapping, pillaging, pirate attacks, and plenty of lustful encounters, this is a passionate, wild story... with a happy ending.
Black Wade deserves a spot in your bookshelf, where you can pull it out on a quiet Sunday afternoon and escape into a quick fantasy. You may want to make sure you’re alone though...
by Franze & Andarle
Available in bookstores for about $34; less at Amazon.com
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Jason Salzenstein is a Senior Editor for EDGE Publications, overseeing Lifestyle and Travel. He is a design, image, and marketing consultant, a professional shopper, and a contributor for national and international publications. For more information, go to www.JasonSalzenstein.com You can also send questions, comments, and concerns to jsalzenstein@EDGEPublications.com
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