Ok, you all know that I think Geoff Johns is an incredible talent. I think every book that he touches turns to gold. In the short time he's been at DC . . well, not that short . . he's really brought a lot of the character to life. I mean, who thought Booster Gold would be one of the best books out there? But he really has affected a rather significant portion of the DC Universe. However, with all of that, I really think he past accomplishments pale in comparison to the stories he's creating with Alex Ross. These 2 . . together . . is like a dream come true. I'm also a huge fan of Alex's and Jim Krueger's work. But this, I think, is even better than that. The nuances they put into these characters, the little subtle things they say and do . . . their attitudes . . it's just . . brilliant. I really can't give these 2 enough credit for what they've accomplished here. In this issue alone Gog has eradicated famine and disease from the lands he's traveled in Africa, he gives Stargirl a much needed ego boost, he cures Sand, he give Doctor Mid-Nite his vision back, and he sends Powergirl 'home'. Although that one took everyone by surprise. They're not exactly sure where 'home' is. Oh yeah, and Starman? He isn't insane anymore. The problem is, while all of these 'cures' may appear beneficial on the service, you have to wonder how it's gonna change who these people are. They've come to accept their circumstances and become stronger because of them. So . . what now? Well Gog feels that his next feat is to eradicate war. And all the relic heists that Hawkman's been worried about . . I think they're going to lead to the creation of Magog. Remember, according to Superman, he's the one that brings about the downfall of the super-hero era. Man, there's a lot of themes and ideas being tossed around in this book. I love it! And every issue is better than the last. I can't wait to read the Annual.
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