The Umbrella academy is a great comic book written by Gerard Way who is none other than the lead singer of ‘My Chemical Romance’. The first issue of The Umbrella Academy was a great hit and Way has lived up to his reputation in the third issue as well. In this issue Séance has been held by assassins who are actually looking for Number 5, his teammate. There is a great mix of brilliance and insanity in the work of Way and as a storyteller he knows where to draw the line.

The Umbrella Academy is a very strong super-hero story. It also gives us an insight into DNA splicing and famous figures. This issue is all about the origin of Number 5 and what he has been through in his life. Unlike the first issue Apocalypse Suite, this issue does feel out of place at times. However, the issue also gives an idea of how far in advance the writer has plotted the story. Way moves his characters and does not reveal it till this issue which really heightens the tension among the readers.

This issue also shows the brilliance of Gabriel Ba whose art is truly delightful. He along with colourist Dave Stewart has made images jump out from the pages. For those who have not read The Umbrella Academy there is a mini-series which comes with the first edition and that would definitely catch your attention. The series is very addictive and as a reader you would always be on the look out for the next issue. All in all, it makes a great reading for all the comic book lovers.