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murderpigeonsgobump's review
2.0
The ending was decent and I am interested to see where this series goes, but most of the book was extremely boring. My least favorite superhero trope is when everyone randomly gets powers and the villain was incredibly predictable.
guardianghost's review
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
daileyxplanet's review
5.0
I am a semi-lapsed fan, beginning with the original Flash Rebirth by Geoff Johns.
One of the many reasons I like Flash comics because it combines drama and comedy in a pretty event ratio.
When Flash's partner gets struck by lightning and gets the Speed Force, I could tell that he was probably going to cross that line. However, when Godspeed shows up, I didn't automatically pick that was the partner. A city full of speedsters was a fun concept and return mostly to the status quo fairly naturally. The arch was long, but it didn't feel like a slog or anything.
One of the many reasons I like Flash comics because it combines drama and comedy in a pretty event ratio.
When Flash's partner gets struck by lightning and gets the Speed Force, I could tell that he was probably going to cross that line. However, when Godspeed shows up, I didn't automatically pick that was the partner. A city full of speedsters was a fun concept and return mostly to the status quo fairly naturally. The arch was long, but it didn't feel like a slog or anything.
xsleepyshadows's review
3.0
Before you read this I recommend you pick up DC Universe: Rebirth, The Deluxe Edition to give you a bit of background of what happened because they do specifically mention the remembering of Wally West in the beginning of this book. (I'm a little confused that there are 2 Wally West's but I'm sure that's something I missed because I didn't pick up many new 52 volumes of any heroes.)
I read the new 52 Flash Vol. 1 and wasn't impressed that the story telling was mostly told through exposition and Barry as a character was lacking...but the art was fantastic! This rebirth Flash vol. 1 has a pretty great story with all the characters you expect and then some, and the art is good. Barry is a great character in this and I really hope they keep that up. Especially with him training some other speedsters and who want to use their powers or just want to continue to lead normal lives without the powers getting in the way. Barry is an excellent hero, a scientist, an officer, and in this he really shines as a teacher. Very nice reveal with Godspeed, honestly it kinda like if Flash was evil. The powers, similar background, just a different view of justice. The writing really brings up flash's frustrations and this villain capitalizes on them...even the ability of being two places at once which seems to be a thing Flash craves the most.
I hope we see Batman and Flash together again sometime soon. There seems to be a theme of giving powers to normal citizens in this Flash it was used to cause some chaos and distress. I'm wondering if the Black Hole bought this tech to connect with the speed force or if they are just a side project the main villain is working on? Also a big hint to Watchmen is this just a nod to different universes or a hint to what is to come? ~Ashley
I read the new 52 Flash Vol. 1 and wasn't impressed that the story telling was mostly told through exposition and Barry as a character was lacking...but the art was fantastic! This rebirth Flash vol. 1 has a pretty great story with all the characters you expect and then some, and the art is good. Barry is a great character in this and I really hope they keep that up. Especially with him training some other speedsters and who want to use their powers or just want to continue to lead normal lives without the powers getting in the way. Barry is an excellent hero, a scientist, an officer, and in this he really shines as a teacher. Very nice reveal with Godspeed, honestly it kinda like if Flash was evil. The powers, similar background, just a different view of justice. The writing really brings up flash's frustrations and this villain capitalizes on them...even the ability of being two places at once which seems to be a thing Flash craves the most.
I hope we see Batman and Flash together again sometime soon. There seems to be a theme of giving powers to normal citizens in this Flash it was used to cause some chaos and distress. I'm wondering if the Black Hole bought this tech to connect with the speed force or if they are just a side project the main villain is working on? Also a big hint to Watchmen is this just a nod to different universes or a hint to what is to come? ~Ashley
pato_myers's review
4.0
I haven't read anything other than a single comic for the flash before this whole arc and I liked it. The villain was a little bit too obvious and too focused on his brother's murder without actually do anything as a cop to get revenge. I liked the balance of the trope about taking responsibility for something that is the villains fault with Barry's happiness with getting to teach.
tmwebb3's review against another edition
3.0
Not bad, took some of the good parts of Nu52 Flash and added back some of the older stuff as well. Problem is that this took too many points from The Flash TV show, and suffered for it (so many speedsters!). Two Wallys is going to be really confusing for some.
chapterswithkyle's review
3.0
3.5
Solid intro to the rebirth line up for the flash. Can't wait to read the next volume.
Solid intro to the rebirth line up for the flash. Can't wait to read the next volume.
wesleyboy's review
3.0
Fine.
A twist that someone couldn’t see coming a mile away would have been nice. All in all, a fun little Flash story
A twist that someone couldn’t see coming a mile away would have been nice. All in all, a fun little Flash story