A review by tshepiso
Batgirl, Vol. 2: To the Death by Kelley Puckett
4.5
4.5 stars
This batgirl series continues to be absolutely excellent. This volume is primarily one and done standalone but they do a lot to build up Cassandra's relationships with the rest of the bat family. I particularly loved her dynamic with Spoiler and the slight tension explored between her and Robin.
The big moment in the series is the final duel between shiva and batgirl and it was so satisfying on a character level. this volume as a whole is seeded in incredibly well-rendered contemplative character moments centred on Cassandra's guilt about murdering someone. and how that guilt manifests here and is mirrored with lady shiva was so satisfying to read.
I will say I do find this iteration of batman unlikeable. His cold gruff nation and absolute dedication to the "mission" make him feel virtually indistinguishable from David Cain in his relationship with Cassandra
What continues to be a delight for this series is its space ex. Cassandra as a protagonist is generally quiet and that allows this book to use visuals to convey character. this has led to some absolutely stunning moments uncluttered by dialogue or narration boxes and it's one of the things I absolutely adore about this series. there are so many excellent visual moments that use silhouette or expression or a number of other techniques to just wow me.
This batgirl series continues to be absolutely excellent. This volume is primarily one and done standalone but they do a lot to build up Cassandra's relationships with the rest of the bat family. I particularly loved her dynamic with Spoiler and the slight tension explored between her and Robin.
The big moment in the series is the final duel between shiva and batgirl and it was so satisfying on a character level. this volume as a whole is seeded in incredibly well-rendered contemplative character moments centred on Cassandra's guilt about murdering someone. and how that guilt manifests here and is mirrored with lady shiva was so satisfying to read.
I will say I do find this iteration of batman unlikeable. His cold gruff nation and absolute dedication to the "mission" make him feel virtually indistinguishable from David Cain in his relationship with Cassandra
What continues to be a delight for this series is its space ex. Cassandra as a protagonist is generally quiet and that allows this book to use visuals to convey character. this has led to some absolutely stunning moments uncluttered by dialogue or narration boxes and it's one of the things I absolutely adore about this series. there are so many excellent visual moments that use silhouette or expression or a number of other techniques to just wow me.