A review by kellylynnthomas
Wonder Woman: Gods and Mortals by George Pérez

4.0

I'd never read WW before this (not sure why), and after doing so I think it's a shame she isn't more in the spotlight. The book has the traditional appeal of a super hero book in the good vs. evil plot, but manages to be a nicely feminist text in addition. Yes, WW is scantily clad. No, there's no way you could fight crime in a sleeveless top without showing everyone your boobs. But like Catwoman's spandex, you gotta admit that this outfit (minus the sleevelessness) gives WW ultimate flexibility. Capes just aren't that practical, you know? And even better, her boobs aren't ginormous. Sure, she's still got the idealized female figure, but I didn't think she was overly sexualized. Even more miraculously, she wasn't de-sexed. She's a sexy, powerful woman, and her personality and comfort with herself only adds to her appeal.