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A review by theresidentbookworm
DC Comics: Bombshells #1 by Marguerite Sauvage, Marguerite Bennett
5.0
If the (spectacular) cover of DC Bombshells isn't enough to tempt you, the premise should be enough reason to give it a shot. I mean, Batgirl, Supergirl, and Wonder Woman fighting in World War II? Take my money and give it to me. I actually saw girls cosplay as the DC Bombshell girls at Motor City Comic Con before I knew who they were. I met a few very nice women who explained it to me and highly recommended the series. I bought a single edition there, and though I've since acquired the first volume I decided to review the single edition because why not?
The first issue of this series sets ups the origin stories of Kate Kane, Diana Prince, and Kara. I immediately know very little about the origins of any of these characters, but I enjoyed how it was done. Ten thousand points to DC for their portrayal of Kate and Maggie's relationship. It is beautiful and authentic, and it's the 40s. It's just wonderful. I have heard complaints that Diana's origin story isn't original, but that's not one of mine. I love that Wonder Woman was like, "There's an evil tyrant? Tell me about him so I can beat his ass." Kara's plotline was the most intriguing to me, however. I loved how she's on the Russian side in this series and a pilot to boot. I can't wait to see where her storyline goes. I would be underselling this comic if I didn't mention how amazing the artwork is. It is truly beautiful. It has a very vintage, art-deco feel to it. It was also very tasteful, especially with Kate and Maggie's interactions.
Overall, I was really impressed with the first issue of DC Bombshells. I can't wait to read the rest of them. Highly recommended!
The first issue of this series sets ups the origin stories of Kate Kane, Diana Prince, and Kara. I immediately know very little about the origins of any of these characters, but I enjoyed how it was done. Ten thousand points to DC for their portrayal of Kate and Maggie's relationship. It is beautiful and authentic, and it's the 40s. It's just wonderful. I have heard complaints that Diana's origin story isn't original, but that's not one of mine. I love that Wonder Woman was like, "There's an evil tyrant? Tell me about him so I can beat his ass." Kara's plotline was the most intriguing to me, however. I loved how she's on the Russian side in this series and a pilot to boot. I can't wait to see where her storyline goes. I would be underselling this comic if I didn't mention how amazing the artwork is. It is truly beautiful. It has a very vintage, art-deco feel to it. It was also very tasteful, especially with Kate and Maggie's interactions.
Overall, I was really impressed with the first issue of DC Bombshells. I can't wait to read the rest of them. Highly recommended!