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honguan's review
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
jackphoenix's review
3.0
Jurgens brings a familiar Lois and Clark into a new world, providing a much-needed visit from old friends for fans of the DC Universe, while still managing to tell a fairly exciting Superman story.
apageinthestacks's review
4.0
Huh. A Jurgens book I actually loved?
He’s really not my favorite writer, but he nailed the “home life” of Superman.
My only real gripe with this is how many plot threads there were. We really didn’t need Hyathis or the telekinetic guy. Sure, they’re probably setting something else up, but they definitely hindered and otherwise really fun and sweet Lois & Clark story.
I’m excited to continue and read all the Rebirth Superman books.
He’s really not my favorite writer, but he nailed the “home life” of Superman.
My only real gripe with this is how many plot threads there were. We really didn’t need Hyathis or the telekinetic guy. Sure, they’re probably setting something else up, but they definitely hindered and otherwise really fun and sweet Lois & Clark story.
I’m excited to continue and read all the Rebirth Superman books.
pratip_vijayakumar's review
4.0
This is an interesting storyline indeed. The thought of having two Superman's in the same world whereas one works secretly, having the knowledge of things which might happen and stop them beforehand? That's super cool and comes with its set of challenges. Nevertheless, I really enjoyed reading this and was super fun as well.
matt315's review
adventurous
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
kuonnie's review
adventurous
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
ajnewsom's review
3.0
Overall, I enjoyed the story. Original Clark & Lois on the New-52 Earth. They are in hiding as to not reveal the fact that they were placed on this Earth as a result of "Convergence". I don't recall the Convergence storyline, so I don't quite remember how they ended up on the New-52 Earth.
Clark & Lois have a young son, Jonathan, who they are trying to protect. After the New-52 Superman was outed by Lois Lane, they decided that they needed to stay in hiding and not reveal themselves to the world. Lois is a journalist working on a book under the pseudonym "Author X" about a large crime syndicate Intergang. Intergang wants to stop the release of her book and attempts to kidnap her and Jonathan. Clark/Superman (in a black costume reminiscent of his suit from the "Return of Superman" storyline) comes to their rescue.
Clark is also dealing with the return of Hank Henshaw to Earth after being away for years on a space mission. Due to his dealings with Henshaw from his Earth, Clark takes him to his Fortress of Solitude to see how he was affected by his travels. While there, Henshaw is controlled by another "prisoner" in the Fortress, Blanque, in his attempt to escape and wreak havoc across the world.
It is revealed that Henshaw brought back part of the Oblivion Stone, which a new threat, Hyathis, wants. There is a typical brawl between Superman & Hyathis, with our man in black winning (kind 0f). Hyathis disappears with an "Until we meet again" exit.
In the end, Jonathan learns that his dad is Superman from another Earth, and that he also has powers. Clark gives Jonathan his read Superman cape from his original suit. Jonathan ties it around his shoulders and attempts, succesfully, to hover in the air. Just a glimpse of the powers he will possess.
As I said, I enjoyed the story. The writing was good, but I feel comic book writers have a hard time writing kids. The kids always seem to have a larger and more mature vocabulary than I would expect. Even some of the conversations between adults in this one seemed stiff at times. Lee Weeks are was great and kept the story moving.
This story leads right into the DC Comics' Rebirth, with the original Superman back in continuity, along with Lois and Jonathan. I am looking forward to seeing what they do with the characters.
Clark & Lois have a young son, Jonathan, who they are trying to protect. After the New-52 Superman was outed by Lois Lane, they decided that they needed to stay in hiding and not reveal themselves to the world. Lois is a journalist working on a book under the pseudonym "Author X" about a large crime syndicate Intergang. Intergang wants to stop the release of her book and attempts to kidnap her and Jonathan. Clark/Superman (in a black costume reminiscent of his suit from the "Return of Superman" storyline) comes to their rescue.
Clark is also dealing with the return of Hank Henshaw to Earth after being away for years on a space mission. Due to his dealings with Henshaw from his Earth, Clark takes him to his Fortress of Solitude to see how he was affected by his travels. While there, Henshaw is controlled by another "prisoner" in the Fortress, Blanque, in his attempt to escape and wreak havoc across the world.
It is revealed that Henshaw brought back part of the Oblivion Stone, which a new threat, Hyathis, wants. There is a typical brawl between Superman & Hyathis, with our man in black winning (kind 0f). Hyathis disappears with an "Until we meet again" exit.
In the end, Jonathan learns that his dad is Superman from another Earth, and that he also has powers. Clark gives Jonathan his read Superman cape from his original suit. Jonathan ties it around his shoulders and attempts, succesfully, to hover in the air. Just a glimpse of the powers he will possess.
As I said, I enjoyed the story. The writing was good, but I feel comic book writers have a hard time writing kids. The kids always seem to have a larger and more mature vocabulary than I would expect. Even some of the conversations between adults in this one seemed stiff at times. Lee Weeks are was great and kept the story moving.
This story leads right into the DC Comics' Rebirth, with the original Superman back in continuity, along with Lois and Jonathan. I am looking forward to seeing what they do with the characters.
bentley29berdugo's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.5