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The Expanse

Origins
Book • 2018
This graphic novel collects the backstories of the main characters from The Expanse, including James Holden, Naomi Nagata, Alex Kamal, Amos Burton, and Josephus Miller.

The stories, created by James S.A.

Corey but written by Hallie Lambert and Georgia Lee, and illustrated by Huang Danlan, provide insight into what led each character to join the crew of the Canterbury.

The collection follows the television series continuity and offers a compelling look at the characters' pasts, making it a must-read for fans of The Expanse.

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