Grading the New DC
The New 52 didn't last, and now DC is launching titles anew, and showing an interest in allowing its creators to have fun with the books, with the heavy-handed editorial side backing off a bit. The New 52 would never have allowed such colorful takes on DC's beloved heroes. But it seems that DC may be taking a page from Marvel's book, and allowing creators to let the books breathe a little bit, with some reinvention and fresh twists. So, how are they doing so far? I sampled some titles to find out. Black Canary #1 Brenden Fletcher and Annie Wu Now, if this isn't a prime example of DC allowing creators to reinvent their characters, I don't know what is. Lance finds herself the frontwoman of a punk rock band called Black Canary, and trouble seems to follow them everywhere, giving them a bad reputation. Aliens attack and Lance's past is teased in this action-oriented title. Wu's pencils give this a fresh, hip look to go along with the i...