sjj169's review against another edition
5.0
(I totally love that image)
The Hiketeia is an ancient Greek ritual that bonds the master and servant in a relationship of mutual respect and servitude.
Danielle Wellys shows up and asks for Hiketeia with Wonder Woman/Diana. Wonder Woman is of course curious that an ancient custom is known must less practiced. She accepts the Hiketeia.
Then Batman shows up hunting her ward.
Under the bond no harm may come to her ward...so Wonder Woman kicks some Batman booty.
She is also being watched by some Greek weirdos that no one wants to mess with.
Wonder Woman knows that Wellys is hiding from something but she doesn't want to force her to tell her secrets.
This was one of the best comic/graphic novels that I've read! I love Wonder Woman but this one was especially well done. The art is some of the best and the story didn't try to make it into five million sequels like so many of them do. It didn't throw in tons of characters either. (I hate that crap) It just told the story and it was phenomenal.
Bookwraith's review is in agreement and he has read a ton more of these books than I have. So maybe I actually didn't read this one wrong?
andrewb626's review against another edition
adventurous
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
morafresa's review against another edition
4.0
Primer comic de superhéroes que leo en la vida y estuvo bastante bien.
Aunque debĂ sospechar como terminaba cuando Wonder Woman menciona que las tragedias griegas siempre terminan mal :'c
Aunque debĂ sospechar como terminaba cuando Wonder Woman menciona que las tragedias griegas siempre terminan mal :'c
clarazorel's review
dark
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
whosthistyler's review against another edition
4.0
Another excellent Wonder Woman story, a conflict between the old and the new.
btmarino84's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars.
Rucka packs a lot of character work into 90 short pages. As always he shows he's capable of writing pretty much anyone with how perfectly he defines Wonder Woman, Batman and Danielle. The way he shows how WW and Bats would come into conflict about this issue, neither really right, neither really wrong, both coming to it based on their core values. It's not just "superheroes punching", there is mutual respect and understanding and sadness there, leading to a real beautiful moment between the two. I'm excited to read his regular run on WW and for him to take over the series again this summer.
This isn't my favorite bit of Jones' art. I'm not as into how he draws his character's here, though the panel work and "action" scenes are very dynamic. I do love his cover painting though.
Rucka packs a lot of character work into 90 short pages. As always he shows he's capable of writing pretty much anyone with how perfectly he defines Wonder Woman, Batman and Danielle. The way he shows how WW and Bats would come into conflict about this issue, neither really right, neither really wrong, both coming to it based on their core values. It's not just "superheroes punching", there is mutual respect and understanding and sadness there, leading to a real beautiful moment between the two. I'm excited to read his regular run on WW and for him to take over the series again this summer.
This isn't my favorite bit of Jones' art. I'm not as into how he draws his character's here, though the panel work and "action" scenes are very dynamic. I do love his cover painting though.
jackphoenix's review
4.0
Boosted by stunning artwork, this seemingly simple story gives us Wonder Woman at her finest; compassionate, earnest, and torn between two worlds.
rouver's review against another edition
5.0
This book beautifully highlights the differences between Batman & Wonder Woman...and shows why I love Wonder Woman & dislike Batman so much. He has no interest in nuance. A woman has killed men, she's guilty, end of story. He doesn't care why. He doesn't care that this woman seeks justice. Wonder Woman sees a woman in need and agrees to protect her, which sets her up to be Batman's foe. He won't listen and tries to manipulate her, but the one who ends up paying the price is the woman in need. UGH. Stupid Batjerk
Greg Rucka is a solid author & I love reading his work.
The illustrations are good, too. Diana doesn't wander around her home in tiny little clothes...she wears something comfortable, and she's drawn as someone with strength, not just some sex kitten.
Says the man who TAKES THE LAW INTO HIS OWN HANDS.
Greg Rucka is a solid author & I love reading his work.
The illustrations are good, too. Diana doesn't wander around her home in tiny little clothes...she wears something comfortable, and she's drawn as someone with strength, not just some sex kitten.
Says the man who TAKES THE LAW INTO HIS OWN HANDS.
arantzazureads's review against another edition
4.0
A delightful one-sitting comic. I'm really into the whole-story narration--it gives a great epic tone.
The story also folded in some background/mythology info and the whole exploration of what "Hiketeia" could mean depending on the situation is fascinating and thought-provoking.
And of course seeing wonder woman thrash batman is a wonderful boost to a lady's ego and, yes, the main reason I bothered reading this one (and it was worth it for that alone... I mean, jeez, just look at that cover). On the down side, she's still horribly impractically dressed (and of ridiculous proportions), but, having seen other WW depictions, this one's actually pretty okay in comparison.
The story also folded in some background/mythology info and the whole exploration of what "Hiketeia" could mean depending on the situation is fascinating and thought-provoking.
And of course seeing wonder woman thrash batman is a wonderful boost to a lady's ego and, yes, the main reason I bothered reading this one (and it was worth it for that alone... I mean, jeez, just look at that cover). On the down side, she's still horribly impractically dressed (and of ridiculous proportions), but, having seen other WW depictions, this one's actually pretty okay in comparison.