A review by nancyotoole
Daredevil by Mark Waid & Chris Samne, Vol. 5 by Mark Waid, Chris Samnee
4.0
In volume Five, Mark Waid continues his run on Daredevil. I find it interesting that while there is an obvious love interest here, the relationship that has been the focus of Waid's run so far is that of friendship, between Matt and his best friend/law partner Foggy Nelson. This is taken to the next level in this volume when Foggy Nelson's health becomes an issue. At the same time, Matt finds himself torn away by an enemy from this past.
What makes this volume work is how well Waid juggles all of the pieces. There's plenty of fun to be have (the Superior Spider-man appearance in the first issue is a blast), plus the more psychological aspects that come with the main villain, plus the more emotional notes of the Foggy Nelson storyline. Add in some impressive artwork and you have another great volume of Daredevil. I can't wait to see what comes next.
What makes this volume work is how well Waid juggles all of the pieces. There's plenty of fun to be have (the Superior Spider-man appearance in the first issue is a blast), plus the more psychological aspects that come with the main villain, plus the more emotional notes of the Foggy Nelson storyline. Add in some impressive artwork and you have another great volume of Daredevil. I can't wait to see what comes next.