Ex Machina: The Deluxe Edition, Vol. 1
A retired superhero turned New York mayor navigates politics, mystery, and the fallout of post-9/11 America.
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A retired superhero turned New York mayor navigates politics, mystery, and the fallout of post-9/11 America.
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