Monday, July 12, 2004

Rapid Reviews - 8 July 2004 - Part II

Supreme Power #11: The "main" plot is getting a little old, so the switch to another storyline at the end of the book is a bit of a relief. All told, there were three plotlines covered in this issue, and while they are all interesting enough, the whole book does seem to be moving forward at a glacially slow pace. 3 1/2 starfish

Birds of Prey #69: Ok, spooky enough beginning *IF* you recognize the costume. If you don't, I'm sure it all becomes clear soon, but some of the impact would no doubt be lost. Anyway, it's a cruel thing Babs has done, sending Huntress to Oregon. After all, nobody lives in the northwest except crazy cultists! Besides which, Huntress just isn't dressed for our weather... mildly recommended. 3 1/2 starfish

DC Presents: Batman #1: I find that I want to read the original story, not just see the original cover (it was nice that the cover was included as the inside front cover). I like the "Bat Gulp" on the new cover, by the by. Two ok stories in this one, both with a very Silver Age feel to them. The second story plays up nicely to the "urban myth" aspect of Batman. Not bad, but nothing super special. 3 1/2 starfish

Still to Review: Usagi Yojimbo and Swamp Thing.