I didn't know this little mini-series existed until now.
This is a decent, Batgirl-centric, mini-series within the Nightwing ongoing. Gotham has been tI didn't know this little mini-series existed until now.
This is a decent, Batgirl-centric, mini-series within the Nightwing ongoing. Gotham has been taken over by some dude named Simon Saint and turned into a police state. This is the Scarecrow's doing, so fear gas is rampant. Someone's hacked Oracle and taken over all of her systems. Seer, the one who hacked Oracle, uses her control to summon Nightwing into a trap!
What follows is a fast-paced adventure that does a lot to explain why Babs and Dick are now so much closer in vol. 2 of the Nightwing ongoing.
This was a fun 3-issue interlude. I like seeing Tim, Cass and Steph. I loved the Dick and Babs moments. It's nice to see this sort of a slow-burn grow....more
I've been reading a bit more Batfamily stuff, so less of the references are lost on me. I was more into DC/VertiThis continues to be a fantastic read.
I've been reading a bit more Batfamily stuff, so less of the references are lost on me. I was more into DC/Vertigo growing up than Marvel, so the knowledge is slowly returning as I keep delving into all of this.
The artwork is stunning - the first issue is essentially the comic book equivalent of a tracking shot. It's exciting, and draws the eye easily across the page. After that the plot picks up in earnest. We're reunited with members of the Titans as the issue goes on, and as Dick Grayson lands himself in far more trouble than Nightwing ever did. Or so it feels.
Dick is an intensely likable protagonist. The action is great. The writing is tight. These books are a joy to read, while still remaining suspenseful. I really can't wait to see where it goes next....more
You were raised by Bruce, and stuck in his shadow. You spend your life trying to impress him and be worthy of him.What must it feel like to be Robin?
You were raised by Bruce, and stuck in his shadow. You spend your life trying to impress him and be worthy of him. You eventually come close to even surpassing him - but you don’t know that. You’re just Robin. Boy Wonder. Maybe you aren’t even Robin yet, but just that kid that Bruce adopted trying to be worthy of being called a partner - because you want to be a partner, not just some sidekick.
It’s at this point in Dick Grayson’s life that Lemire picks up the story. ROBIN & BATMAN is a very intimate look at the life of young Robin, and it does a fine job of examining just what makes him tick. I find Dick to be a much more compelling character than Bruce - Bruce is archetypal, utterly wonderful, but Dick is more human and accessible. He’s the light to Bruce’s shadow.
This is just three short issues, but they pack a lot of punch. Alfred, as always, is the voice of wisdom Bruce so badly needs in his life. Killer Croc is a tragic villain, but still monstrous enough to send a chill down a reader’s spine. Roy Harper is, well, Roy. I got a good laugh out of him being there.
Great mini-series, and one I’m glad I came across at my trip to the library....more
I really enjoyed 30 DAYS OF NIGHT, so when I saw Niles' name on this book at the library I picked it up with zero hesitation. The title was intriguingI really enjoyed 30 DAYS OF NIGHT, so when I saw Niles' name on this book at the library I picked it up with zero hesitation. The title was intriguing enough, and the art had me chomping at the bit to dig in and see where the story might go. Well, the story... went. It just didn't really go anywhere.
There's a town called Terror that's full of monsters. Our protagonist is the son of someone high up in the town. Our protagonist never felt he fit in so he ran away, started a family, all that jazz. Dad kidnaps him and brings him back to the town where he has to make a Choice with a capital C. Are you anticipating this all leading to a big confrontation with Daddy Dearest? Yeah, it does.
That's kind of... it? There are hints of bigger things potentially going on. A drug plotline, a potential mafia sort of plotline, the possibility of Big Bad Dad coming back. As I said in a comment already, the art is so damn good it's worth a star rating all of its own - so I'll likely keep grabbing the book if it comes into my library again. The story is just... very weak with a ton of possibility for growth.
I'm holding out for that possibility after the teaser at the end. ...more
Sarah Andersen has a gift for creating these absolutely adorable little comic strips. Her artwork is so sweet it makes your teeth ache, and that is noSarah Andersen has a gift for creating these absolutely adorable little comic strips. Her artwork is so sweet it makes your teeth ache, and that is no different now that she's drawing cryptids.
These strips are delightful, with plenty of fun callbacks throughout the length of the book to reward closer readers. This was just freaking adorable, and a fun little pick me up when in a bit of a reading slump....more
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