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space_gaudet's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
geekwayne's review
4.0
'Titans Vol. 2: Made in Manhattan' by Dan Abnett with art by Brett Booth continues the story of this team of no longer teenagers.
The Titans want to set up headquarters in New York and they run into some interference with city planners. Meanwhile, a new company called Meta Solutions has come town and they offer to do things like help people with new superpowers figure out what they are and even offer to cure them, but who are they?
The second story finds a group of Justice League members stuck with their proteges stuck together in a strange trap. There is mistrust to go around, but Nightwing wants everyone to work together. Whoever has trapped them wants a different outcome.
The stories are pretty good. I like this more mature team, but it still seems pretty Wally West centered. I'd like more from Arsenal and Lilith, but maybe that's down the road. I really liked Brett Booth's art in this.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from DC Entertainment and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
The Titans want to set up headquarters in New York and they run into some interference with city planners. Meanwhile, a new company called Meta Solutions has come town and they offer to do things like help people with new superpowers figure out what they are and even offer to cure them, but who are they?
The second story finds a group of Justice League members stuck with their proteges stuck together in a strange trap. There is mistrust to go around, but Nightwing wants everyone to work together. Whoever has trapped them wants a different outcome.
The stories are pretty good. I like this more mature team, but it still seems pretty Wally West centered. I'd like more from Arsenal and Lilith, but maybe that's down the road. I really liked Brett Booth's art in this.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from DC Entertainment and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
shadowofadoubt89's review
4.0
Another fun arc. It is fun to get to know these characters again after just learning about them from the DC animated movies.
quirkycatsfatstacks's review
4.0
3 1/2 Stars.
I received a copy of Titans Vol. 2 from NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
The Titans is a superhero team that consists of Wally West (the/a Flash) Donna Troy (AKA Wonder Girl), Arsenal (Roy Harper), Garth (Aqualad), Lilith Clay (Omen), and Nightwing (Richard Grayson). While they still don’t remember all of their past adventures together, they still consider themselves to be friends first, teammates second.
This volume is a little bit of a mishmash of stories. It contains issues seven through ten of the main story, as well as Titans Annual (number one) and a story from the DC Rebirth Holiday Special. Oh, did I mention that there’s Superman cameo too? A lot going on, to say the least!
The Titans are up against old and new enemies in this volume. It’s worth noting that the focus is no longer on Wally West (which I knew was going to happen, yet I still find myself a bit disappointed by that fact). Instead Mal (ex-Titan) and Bumblebee (Mal’s wife) get brought into the mix, as it turns out they’ve unwittingly put themselves in harm’s way. A company called Meta Solutions claims to be capable of removing super powers from heroes, as well as being able to help them control said powers. In truth it’s actually some sort of grand scheme being run by The Fearsome Five.
I’ve always been a fan of team dynamics, and that’s no exception when it comes to the Titans. I love seeing how they interact with each other – especially this team. They’re just so supportive of each other, but physically and emotionally. It’s a nice change if I’m being honest. Adding Mal and Bumblebee to the mix was nice too – I hope they become more permanent members of the team.
The Annual story brings members of the Titans team together with members of the Justice team, which is actually pretty cool. Wally, Donna, Dick, and Garth all find themselves trapped in a building (at the time they’re not sure what type of building) with the Flash (Barry Allen), Wonder Woman, Batman, and Aquaman. You’ll notice that it’s essentially the younger and older generations combined. This leads to some tension and interesting revelations. It was pretty solid for a one-shot, and totally worth reading.
Lastly are the holiday stories. It’s a short, feel good sort of story. While cute and funny, it really isn’t anything to write home about. Though as always, I appreciate the added character interaction between the Titans (has anybody jumped on the Donna/Roy ship yet?).
I’ll admit I didn’t like this volume as much as the first one. For one thing the art was a bit on the choppier side, not as fluid and crisp as the previous volume (which I loved the artwork in – so I may be a bit biased here). For another the pacing just felt off. Between the multiple storylines floating around and everything else, it just ends up getting a bit jumbled. Despite all of this, I truly can’t wait until volume three releases. I have faith that things will be picking up for the Titans (I loved the first volume so much, there’s no way I can picture this series going downhill). Here’s hoping it isn’t too long of a wait!
For more reviews, check out Quirky Cat's Fat Stacks
I received a copy of Titans Vol. 2 from NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
The Titans is a superhero team that consists of Wally West (the/a Flash) Donna Troy (AKA Wonder Girl), Arsenal (Roy Harper), Garth (Aqualad), Lilith Clay (Omen), and Nightwing (Richard Grayson). While they still don’t remember all of their past adventures together, they still consider themselves to be friends first, teammates second.
This volume is a little bit of a mishmash of stories. It contains issues seven through ten of the main story, as well as Titans Annual (number one) and a story from the DC Rebirth Holiday Special. Oh, did I mention that there’s Superman cameo too? A lot going on, to say the least!
The Titans are up against old and new enemies in this volume. It’s worth noting that the focus is no longer on Wally West (which I knew was going to happen, yet I still find myself a bit disappointed by that fact). Instead Mal (ex-Titan) and Bumblebee (Mal’s wife) get brought into the mix, as it turns out they’ve unwittingly put themselves in harm’s way. A company called Meta Solutions claims to be capable of removing super powers from heroes, as well as being able to help them control said powers. In truth it’s actually some sort of grand scheme being run by The Fearsome Five.
I’ve always been a fan of team dynamics, and that’s no exception when it comes to the Titans. I love seeing how they interact with each other – especially this team. They’re just so supportive of each other, but physically and emotionally. It’s a nice change if I’m being honest. Adding Mal and Bumblebee to the mix was nice too – I hope they become more permanent members of the team.
The Annual story brings members of the Titans team together with members of the Justice team, which is actually pretty cool. Wally, Donna, Dick, and Garth all find themselves trapped in a building (at the time they’re not sure what type of building) with the Flash (Barry Allen), Wonder Woman, Batman, and Aquaman. You’ll notice that it’s essentially the younger and older generations combined. This leads to some tension and interesting revelations. It was pretty solid for a one-shot, and totally worth reading.
Lastly are the holiday stories. It’s a short, feel good sort of story. While cute and funny, it really isn’t anything to write home about. Though as always, I appreciate the added character interaction between the Titans (has anybody jumped on the Donna/Roy ship yet?).
I’ll admit I didn’t like this volume as much as the first one. For one thing the art was a bit on the choppier side, not as fluid and crisp as the previous volume (which I loved the artwork in – so I may be a bit biased here). For another the pacing just felt off. Between the multiple storylines floating around and everything else, it just ends up getting a bit jumbled. Despite all of this, I truly can’t wait until volume three releases. I have faith that things will be picking up for the Titans (I loved the first volume so much, there’s no way I can picture this series going downhill). Here’s hoping it isn’t too long of a wait!
For more reviews, check out Quirky Cat's Fat Stacks
the_rox13's review
3.0
Synopsis: The Titans have set up shop in New York City. After a battle with a meta human, Superman shows up, hearing the commotion. Before he leaves, he tells Wally that it was nice to see him again causing Wally to chase after him. Superman explains that he and Wally are the only other two that remember their universe/timeline. The two agree that they should talk more and share information.
The Titans discover through former Titan Mal and his girlfriend Bumblebee that a company called Meta Solutions is being run by the allegedly reformed Fearsome Five. Omen senses that the former villains are telling the truth about being reformed, but Nightwing and Wally go to investigate later anyway. They are attacked by Mammoth after they find out that the Fearsome Five have been manufacturing metas by stripping other metas of their powers. When Dick and Wally do not return, the rest of the Titans go to investigate.
The Fearsome Five overwhelm the Titans until Bumblebee shows up and uses her powers to give the edge back to the Titans. However, Psimon takes a piece of Bumblebee from her head called an engram, and as a result she does not remember her husband or child. Dick finds out that HIVE was the rich sponsor behind Meta Solutions.
The next main story focuses on the Key as he has captured both Flashes, Wonder Woman and Donna Troy, Aqualad and Aquaman, and Batman and Nightwing. They've been locked in the same location together with the goal of getting them to fight one another because of distrust. Wonder Woman reveals that Donna Troy is actually not human, but made of magical clay that was created to destroy her. The emotional distress this causes in Donna alerts Omen to their location.
The Key escapes, but is punished (or killed?) by someone he was working with since the plan failed and whoever this unknown partner is could not escape whatever they're trapped in.
Review: Definitely not as good as the first volume, but the themes of friendship are still holding strong with this second volume. It's nice to see that Wally is actively trying to move on from his old life and start building a new one, though I'm sure it's not easy for him. I liked getting to know Bumblebee and Mal more in that first arc. I'm hoping that means Bumblebee and maybe Mal will be making regular appearances.
My favorite moment in the whole volume was probably when the Titans called out the League on being more like co-workers than actual friends, which the Titans are. It was a difference between the teams I'd never thought about before. Sure, there ARE friendships on the Justice League, but the group itself is very professional, unlike the Titans who are friends at the core.
The reveal about Donna Troy felt...underwhelming? It's almost like it happened at the wrong moment because it was not impactful in the very least. It felt like it was used as more of a plot device so that Omen and the other Titans and Leaguers could find the missing members. Hopefully it isn't a plot point that gets dropped.
The art was ok. The artist changes throughout as with most series the longer they go on, but I never found the art offputting. I wish I had more to say about this volume. It's average, but that doesn't mean it isn't enjoyable or have good moments sprinkled throughout.
The Titans discover through former Titan Mal and his girlfriend Bumblebee that a company called Meta Solutions is being run by the allegedly reformed Fearsome Five. Omen senses that the former villains are telling the truth about being reformed, but Nightwing and Wally go to investigate later anyway. They are attacked by Mammoth after they find out that the Fearsome Five have been manufacturing metas by stripping other metas of their powers. When Dick and Wally do not return, the rest of the Titans go to investigate.
The Fearsome Five overwhelm the Titans until Bumblebee shows up and uses her powers to give the edge back to the Titans. However, Psimon takes a piece of Bumblebee from her head called an engram, and as a result she does not remember her husband or child. Dick finds out that HIVE was the rich sponsor behind Meta Solutions.
The next main story focuses on the Key as he has captured both Flashes, Wonder Woman and Donna Troy, Aqualad and Aquaman, and Batman and Nightwing. They've been locked in the same location together with the goal of getting them to fight one another because of distrust. Wonder Woman reveals that Donna Troy is actually not human, but made of magical clay that was created to destroy her. The emotional distress this causes in Donna alerts Omen to their location.
The Key escapes, but is punished (or killed?) by someone he was working with since the plan failed and whoever this unknown partner is could not escape whatever they're trapped in.
Review: Definitely not as good as the first volume, but the themes of friendship are still holding strong with this second volume. It's nice to see that Wally is actively trying to move on from his old life and start building a new one, though I'm sure it's not easy for him. I liked getting to know Bumblebee and Mal more in that first arc. I'm hoping that means Bumblebee and maybe Mal will be making regular appearances.
My favorite moment in the whole volume was probably when the Titans called out the League on being more like co-workers than actual friends, which the Titans are. It was a difference between the teams I'd never thought about before. Sure, there ARE friendships on the Justice League, but the group itself is very professional, unlike the Titans who are friends at the core.
The reveal about Donna Troy felt...underwhelming? It's almost like it happened at the wrong moment because it was not impactful in the very least. It felt like it was used as more of a plot device so that Omen and the other Titans and Leaguers could find the missing members. Hopefully it isn't a plot point that gets dropped.
The art was ok. The artist changes throughout as with most series the longer they go on, but I never found the art offputting. I wish I had more to say about this volume. It's average, but that doesn't mean it isn't enjoyable or have good moments sprinkled throughout.
charitytinnin's review
4.0
3.5 star average
Four stars for issue #7 (Superman and Wally, even though Superman looked UGLY), the Holiday Rebirth Special story (Roy!), and Annual #1 (because the Flashes and Nightwing).
Three stars for issues #8-10. If we'd kept Karen or Mal longer, maybe I would care more...?
August 15, 2017: (Read as Single Issues)
Four stars for issue #7 (Superman and Wally, even though Superman looked UGLY), the Holiday Rebirth Special story (Roy!), and Annual #1 (because the Flashes and Nightwing).
Three stars for issues #8-10. If we'd kept Karen or Mal longer, maybe I would care more...?
August 15, 2017: (Read as Single Issues)
allie_online's review
adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
birdmanseven's review
2.0
The concept of the OG Titans getting back together seems like a slam dunk for me, but I can't for the life of me find a reason to justify it.