Ah, back in the UK and the land of cheap books. I've been wanting to read this for a while but never quite got round to it. I loved the movie so was quite keen to explore the source.

There are a few major changes in terms of plot between the two (Big Daddie's origin being the most surprising, very much changing the tone) but Miller's original story is strong, funny and wonderfully realised. The villains aren't as developed as the film but Dave is brilliant and Hit Girl is possibly even better.

JRR knocks the artwork out of the park revelling in the looser restrictions Marvel usually place on him. It's an entertaining read and well worth the time. Much like the film.