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Cover Art by Doug Mahnke; Christian Alamy; & Carrie Strachan
SUMMARY:
Featuring two new tales, DC Comics released this anthology issue for January 2016. The contents are:
- “Echidna” (20 pages). Writer: Caitlin Kittredge, with Art by: Scott Hampton & Deron Bennett. In Gotham City for a charity gala, Wonder Woman soon probes the insidious abduction of a female monster’s two young children. Another child’s high-profile abduction/ransom suggests all isn’t what it appears. Appearing in supporting roles are Harley Quinn, Batgirl, and Batman.
- “A Day in Our Lives” (10 pages). Writer/Artist: Jason Badower, with Letters by: Saida Temofonte. Accompanying Wonder Woman on a typical day’s work, Superman gets insight re: the motivations of his ‘surrogate sister.’
REVIEW:
Issue # 16 is a fresh read, as each creative team ensures that their Wonder Woman tale is both cohesive and entertaining.
Re: “Echidna,” its only off-element is the semi-chilly/bossy demeanor that Barbara Gordon’s Batgirl (her trademark red hair is inexplicably hidden) displays towards the older and more experienced Wonder Woman. Perhaps it was meant to add more contrast between their established personalities, but their dialogue exchange doesn’t make Batgirl too likable. Still, the plot twists that writer Caitlin Kittredge incorporates helps make this Gotham City caper well-played for what is. Kittredge’s storytelling is further enhanced by the art squad’s appropriately murky painting-like visuals.
Utilizing Angelina Jolie’s likeness as Wonder Woman’s facial inspiration, writer-artist Jason Badower’s glossy visuals for “A Day in Our Lives” are stellar. His scripting is almost as good, though Superman is observing from the sidelines most of the time. The last page is a gem re: the enduring kinship between Wonder Woman and the Man of Steel.
Along with its high-caliber cover image, Sensation Comics Featuring Wonder Woman # 16 proves a welcome addition to any comics collection.
ADDITIONAL CONTENT:
None.
BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 8 Stars
