This is an outstanding, immersive deep dive into the life of one of Marvel’s most iconic characters - Tony Stark, aka Iron Man. This book goes beyond the surface of the armoured Avenger and gives fans an intimate look at the man behind the mask. The unique format, combining Tony’s own words with notes, interviews, and files from the Avengers' archives, makes this feel like the definitive biography of a superhero.

What sets Tony Stark Declassified apart is its blend of personal reflection and superhero lore. Readers get a fascinating glimpse into Stark’s complex psyche - his brilliance, flaws, insecurities, and evolution. The insights into his relationships with key figures like Captain America, Pepper Potts, and James Rhodes enrich the character even further, providing a well-rounded portrait of Tony’s life both in and out of the armour.

The book also serves as a treasure trove for Marvel fans, filled with references to major events in Tony's history, from his origin story to his role in pivotal moments across the Marvel Universe. It masterfully weaves together over 50 years of comic book lore, making it a must-read for die-hard fans as well as those new to the character.

With its thoughtful narrative, incredible archival material, and captivating perspective, Iron Man: Tony Stark Declassified offers an unparalleled exploration of Tony Stark’s legacy. It’s a perfect addition to any Marvel fan's collection - engaging, informative, and absolutely worthy of five stars.

This book has a fantastic premise: a biography of Tony Stark based on a series of interviews with the man himself and a variety of declassified S.H.I.E.LD. documents. The interiewer asked probing questions and Tony Stark revealed all. Whereas a biographical novel is a fictional account of a real historical figure, I can't find a term for this unusual format of a biography of fictional character. This book covers Iron man from decades of comic books, not the more recent MCU movies. Consequently, since my own Marvel fandom stems mostly from tv and movies, I was a bit lost by some of the events referenced. This book will absolutely thrill comic book fans. But as a more casual fan, I still enjoyed the book and plan on reading more of this series.

So i finish this book i'm a shorts times, it's kinda like a interview to Tony Stark, it tell us about all his life, his vice and good things, how was his life like, and i think it was a good thing they make it like and interview with some intervention of other carácter, i really think is a good way to knows more about the character and i good book to have i our shelves

This book was very unique. It had a creative layout of interviews, letters, files, and illustrations. Anyone with an interest in Tony Start or the Avengers would really enjoy this. It gives you an insight into the perspective of various characters that’s really creative.
Thank you for the eARC!

I think I felt a bit lost with all the information as I had a pretty hard time following the timeline in the beginning. Still an enjoyable comic about Iron Man!

Iron Man: Tony Stark Declassified is a fun, enjoyable in-universe look at the characters, as told through interviews, reports, newspaper clippings and more. It follows the latest (at least as far I am aware as I am a casual Iron Man comic book reader) updates to the character. I've enjoyed these BenBella Marvel books, and I would recommend this book to someone who wanted to learn more about Iron Man.

Special Thanks to BenBella Books, Smart Pop and Netgalley for the digital ARC. This was given to me for an honest review.

"Iron Man: Tony Stark Declassified" isn't just a superhero biography; it's a deep dive into the complexities and layers of one of Marvel's most beloved characters. Readers get to explore Tony Stark's relationships with key figures like Captain America, Pepper Potts, Happy Hogan, James Rhodes, Ironheart, Bruce Banner, and even his own brother, Arno Stark. The inclusion of Tony's thoughts on memorable moments within the Marvel Universe adds a nostalgic touch, making this archival collection a treat for fans of all eras.

The book's format, combining personal reflections with archival material, creates a rich tapestry that adds depth to the character. It's not merely a retelling of Iron Man's adventures but an exploration of the man behind the armor. As readers flip through the pages, they gain new perspectives on Tony Stark's journey, his triumphs, and the challenges he faced.

"Iron Man: Tony Stark Declassified" stands out as a must-read for both seasoned comic book enthusiasts and newcomers alike. It not only celebrates the superhero's heroic feats but also invites readers to connect with the human side of Tony Stark. This comprehensive collection is a tribute to the enduring legacy of Iron Man and the indelible mark he has left on the Marvel Universe.

*I received an e-arc of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review

This was a pretty fun book - I haven't read a ton of Ian Man comics, which made some parts less familiar to me, but this is a fun "in-universe" text that gives the history of Iron Man and Tony Stark. I really enjoy this genre of text, and am excited to see the other entries of this "Declassified" series.

It was a bit odd to read on an e-reader, and I think it would reader easier in a physical copy.

The truth is that I LOVE reading these types of books.

I feel like you are really there reading these files, these interviews, these thoughts of one of the most iconic characters in the history of comics: Tony Stark.

He is a super loved character, sometimes quite questioned and here we are shown what the character is like, what he thinks about what happens, about his colleagues... I love it!

He is not my favorite character and he is not my favorite superhero either, but I do have a unique respect and love for him. I am not an inveterate reader of comics (someday I want to start, I promise) and what I know most is the Tony Stark/Iron Man that they have loved and been able to show us in the movies (although I have read some comics, I know that I It's very much missing!), it's a character that you grow fond of, and even the actor is really incredible.
Being able to read this character, getting to know him more deeply, almost in the privacy of his thoughts is something I really enjoyed.

I hope this type of book is translated into Spanish because the truth is that Marvel and Iron Man/Tony Stark fans would love it.

Thank you BenBella Books for the ARC I read on NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

As a huge Iron Man/Tony Stark fan, really liked this mixed-media almost biography of him styled as an ongoing interview. It acted as a really great overview of the all the major comic book arcs involving Iron Man, which is a really good refresher, and made sure to effectively balance information with emotion. This was really enjoyable and would be a useful add to anyone with a Marvel collection!

I'm a big Marvel and Tony Stark fan. This is a very fun read. The book captured little pearls of other books. It was a treat and a mist read for Tony Stark fans. Thank you God the opportunity to read and review.

This book was so fun! I know my kids are going to love it. I like that is features comic book characters and has some images or unique formatting in it. This will be a great bridge for my students who only read comic books but I need to read chapter books. I'm very excited to incorporate this into my class library.

Thank you to Netgalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I’m such a sucker for interview and archival format books, so this was really right up my alley. I’m not completely up to date on all the comic arcs, so this was definitely really dense for me to get through, but the book did a great job explaining each storyline in detail. The main interview format was great but I especially loved the transcripts and newspaper clippings - made it seem more like a real collection of things that were really happening, which I thought was great!

(First of all, thank you NetGalley and BenBella Books, for sending me this ARC in exchange for an honest review)

Synopsis: Millions of comic book fans know Tony Stark as Iron Man. But few, if any, truly know the man inside the armor. He’s a genius entrepreneur, an inventor, a business mogul, and a super hero—not to mention an Avenger reassembled in his physical form and reunited with his humanity. And now Tony Stark is ready to talk about it all.
Revisit the story of one of Marvel Comics’ most heroic, heralded, and complex characters in his own words, as well as through notes, interviews, and files assembled from the Avengers’ archives. An unprecedented, comprehensive firsthand chronicle, Iron Man: Tony Stark Declassified draws on more than a half century of classic tales to present an insightful, personal take about—and by—one of the most talked-about heroes of all time. Featuring Tony’s perspective on his most important friends, allies, and enemies including Captain America, Pepper Potts, Happy Hogan, James Rhodes, Ironheart, Bruce Banner, and Arno Stark, and his thoughts on the Marvel Universe’s most memorable moments, this first-of-its-kind archival collection is a must for fans of all eras.

Opinion: First of all I'm going to write this review without crying, which is going to be hard. I requested this comic because 1: Tony Stark, 2: Iron Man, and 3: Both of them, which are the same. So, it's obvious I love Iron Man and he is one of my fav Avengers and Superheros. I thought this would be a comic but what you get with this book is amazing. This is the ultimate way to know Tony Stark through a lot of interviews which are the structure of the comic. But also there are drawings and archive files and I was so emotional reading this book. After the movies, getting to know more of him is priceless and this comic/book/interview is priceless. I truly recommend giving it a chance if you like Marvel and Iron Man :)

Iron Man: Tony Stark Declassified is a fun, enjoyable in-universe look at the characters, as told through interviews, reports, newspaper clippings and more.

I had a lot of fun reading this! Iron Man is my all-time favorite superhero, and this was a very enjoyable read about him. I might ask for a copy of this book for christmas!

It might come as a surprise to some who know me IRL, but in 2019 we watched every Avengers movie. Methodically. From start to finish. By the end of it I was quite sick of some aspects of the Avengers, but when I saw this book I was curious. This book promises Notes, Interviews, and Files from the Avengers' Archives, and it fits into "non-fiction November" as the structure of this book is to pretend the MCU is real, and that the author has interviewed Tony Stark. They also have "extracts" from SHIELD files and other "sources". It is a really fun conceit, and a deep dive into not just Iron Man, but the heroes, anti-heroes and villian with whom he shares the MCU. I recommend buying this as a gift for that cousin, the one you only see at Christmas, and don't quite know what to get them, and then sneakily reading it yourself. Entertaining, interesting and tongue in cheek.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the E-Arc of this book in exchange for an honest review..

Thanks for the arc netgalley. The beloved character fo iron man and the man behind the armour, Tony stark was always a fascinating subject for me..I enjoyed this book because I've been more of a fan of the lore iron man thanks to comic books and I think fans of him would enjoy this story.

Iron Man is one of my top 3 favorites Marvel characters so anything new about him is always a joy. This, however, was fun at best. Despite the book being on the short side, it dragged for some reason and I had a hard time finishing it. Things felt confusing at times maybe because I didn't read the comics but it was still interesting to read about events that were changed in some aspects in the movies. I also enjoyed the aspect of it being told through interviews making me feel Tony Stark is really out there!

Thank you for providing me the arc through Netgalley !

Read from November 7th, 2023 to November 14th, 2023. Written on November 14th, 2023

As a very big Marvel fan, I was very please to be allowed to read this ARC, especially about such an intriguing character like Tony Stark.

This book was, at times, hard to read for its extensive chapters and quite complex storyline, but apart from that it was so good! With the documents allowing the reader to have visual cues to the story whilst reading Tony Stark being interviewed, this book is genuinely perfect for all Marvel fans, whether from the comics or the series/films.

It was amazing to have a different perspective on our beloved character Tony and his life, friends and downfalls. The author did a brilliant job with this and I cannot wait to read the next books in this series! I'm already a massive fan!

(Free ARC from NetGalley and BenBella Books and Smart Pop that I chose to review after reading)