Batman Battle For The Cowl The Underground #1

  Great story and artwork in this set the stage for the Gotham City Sirens series that will debut post BFTC. 4 out of 5 Batmen.

Put It On The Stack.

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Batman Battle For The Cowl Commissioner Gordon #1

  Very good story that shows that Gordon can hold his own even without Batman as he takes out Mr. Freeze. Solid artwork and a good story. 3 out of 5 Batmen.

Put It On The Rack

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Batman #685

  The second part of the Hush storyline sees Hush captured and imprisoned in Wayne Tower by Nightwing and Robin. This should lead to Hush teaming up with Damian to take over all of Bruce Wayne’s life. Good story, decent artwork. 4 out of 5 Batmen.  Put It On The Stack.

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Just a few books from DC this week:

Flash #247 -Final Issue

  The title goes out with a whimper as the JLA helps Wally bring Linda back to life and save the kids. After that he decides to retire with them and enjoy life. Bring on the return of Barry Allen. 1 out of 5 Flashes.

Reign In Hell # 6 (of 8)

  All out war as we see Lobo vs Zatanna, Dr. Fate vs Lady Blaze and a fight to the death between Lord Satannus and Neron. You can tell from the cover who wins. Fun issue. 3 out of 5 Metal Men.

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Small week for DC so only a few quick fire reviews:

Justice Society of America #21

  The Gog saga continues as the JSA learns his true purpose and the real price of asking Gog for help. Solid issue, but a little slower moving than the past couple of parts. 3 out of 5 JSAers.

Terra #3

Terra goes to the center of the Earth to return home and find help for Geo-Force. Ok Issue, always enjoy Conner’s artwork. 2 out of 5 Batmen.

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Thought I would change it up this week. There will be a full review of one Marvel book and a full review of an indy book followed by their own quick fire reviews.

Birds of Prey #124

  Cool Issue with some guest stars and an Oracle Joker confrontation that leaves the Crown Prince of Crime with a new "smile". 3 out of 5 Bat-Villains.

Justice Society of America The Kingdom #1

  Another chapter in the saga of GOG and the 2 JSA teams. Moves a little slower than the past two parts, but the last page sets up a very interesting JSA issue next week. 3 out of 5 JSAers.

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