Supergirl 34 review roundup
Oklahoma’s Sterling Gates is getting some nice ink for his work on “Supergirl” 34, released this week. I reviewed it here for Nerdage. Now other sites are getting in on the action, and it’s looking like “Supergirl” could become a breakout hit.
IGN: Let’s say it all together now just so we’re all sure we’re not dreaming: Supergirl finally might have found a place in the DCU.
Comic Book Resources: This book is perched on the edge of a new beginning, and I sincerely hope that the team is able to capitalize on the momentum it is certain to gain from being part of the impending “New Krypton” storyline.
Comics Bulletin: Sterling Gates has done a nice job with setting this series up for a potentially good future. If he can keep pace with Robinson and Johns then there is no telling how good this book could become.
iFanboy: It gives you hope that this Supergirl might end up proving that yes, the world really does need a Supergirl, and that she is worthy of the title after all.
Bendis Board review group: Raydawggie says: Seeing Supergirl play off the various members of the cast makes it a lot more interesting than having her randomly guest-star in the Outsiders or visit a post-apocalyptic future. It’s mostly a character-building issue before all hell breaks loose with New Krypton, but I think that’s what’s needed. 9/10
Supergirl Comic Box Commentary: This issue is what ‘bold new direction’ issues should be … a recap of the character and a bunch of hooks to grab the readers and keep them coming back for more. A+
Blogcritics: Mel Odom: Kara Zor-EL is a genuine teen girl who doesn’t fit into our world. One of the most powerful beings on the planet, Gates shows readers how vulnerable Supergirl is. Despite the fact that bullets bounce off her and lasers might provide a tickle, public condemnation cuts into her deeply.
Superman Homepage: This is, by far, the best this book’s ever been. It takes the nonsense and mistakes of the past 33 issues, references them in a way that makes sense, and uses them to propel the story (and character) forward.
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Here’s my favorite review so far:
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