Psst…hey guys…Teen Titans is good again! If you’re being cautious because the New 52 versions left a bad taste in your mouth, give it a go. Damian Wayne also showed up in Deathstroke, an appearance which—at a minimum—gave us a sweet cover.
Detective Comics had a strong start to its second arc, Suicide Squad’s goodness continued to confound our expectations, and Babs proved once again that a break from Burnside was just what she needed. Plus, I talked with the secret genius behind many of your favorite Rebirth books. ‘Twas another great week to be a DC fan.
An interview with All-Star Batman’s Steve Wands
If you’ve been enjoying DC’s Rebirth, you’ve been doing so in part because of [Steve Wands]. All-Star Batman, The Flash, Gotham Academy, Supergirl, Trinity—all Steve. I love his work, and as I was admiring the latest issue of Trinity, I figured it was time we had a chat.
– Brian (read the full review)
Batgirl #4
Some silliness involving Batgirl’s identity notwithstanding, this is the best of Hope Larson’s “Beyond Burnside” opening arc yet. As the story unravels, we get to see how this mystery is perfectly suited for the specific talents of Barbara Gordon.
– Elena (read the full review)
Batman ’66 Meets Steed and Mrs. Peel Digital Issue #11
There are still a few signs of life, but by and large this book has outstayed its welcome. I won’t fault the creative team for that, as they’re still game and able to wring out a few bright spots here and there, though I can’t help feeling this would have been better served as a four or even five installment series.
– Jay (read the full review)
Deathstroke #5
If this series has been a freeway, this is the first pothole. There’s enough to like to make it worth a read, especially on the visual front, and several scenes are great when stripped of context, but the near-absence of the title character and odd characterization of Batman drag the whole thing down.
– Jay (read the full review)
Detective Comics #943
[Tynion] has an understanding and respect for the material that I haven’t witnessed in years. Couple that with the fact that Alvaro Martinez is a hair away from being perfect when it comes to his artistic expression, and you just can’t go wrong with this book.
– Brandon (read the full review)
Legends
As an event, Legends is rather forgettable due to its unfortunate place in comics history, coming right after the biggest event possible with Crisis, and earnest but sappy ending.
– Jay (read the full review)
Suicide Squad #5
Each issue has essentially been one surprise after another, and I keep wondering when this formula will begin to feel old. But considering Williams appears to have an incredibly well planned story on his hands, as well as the fact that the formula changes a little here, I don’t think that’ll be happening any time soon!
– Josh (read the full review)
Teen Titans #1
Khoi Pham may prove a great replacement for Meyers, and Percy could well stamp out the bad memories of the past five years, but we’ll have to wait and see. Past and future aside, this present issue of Teen Titans is a sizable step in the right direction.
– Brian (read the full review)
Titans #4
It is entertaining, if nothing else; and though our modern expectations for them have ascended beyond the clouds, comic books are still a great form of escapist fun, and Titans #4 succeeds at this simple mandate.
– Brian (read the full review)
