This issue was a bit predictable . . but then again, aren't they all? However, I still enjoy the brief respite and variety over the hordes of 'super-hero' books that I read every month. It's nice to delve into a different genre now and again. I enjoy the way the Justin Gray and Jimmy Palmiotti present this book. Jonah isn't really a villain, but then again, he isn't really a hero either. He can do heroic things, but . . 9 times out of 10 . . it's mostly out of necessity or for survival. He's a scrappy one, and he's definitely a survivor. However, this issue, we get a special treat. The artwork is done by JH Williams III. You remember, from Promethea fame. He keeps his style a little grittier this issue. It's not as psychedelic as some of his Promethea stuff. But, it still looks fantastic. Plus there's a few pages, near the end, when Jonah's been drugged by the local sheriff, that we get to see some of his more 'mood enhanced' side. Really the whole issue is fantastic. I was worried that the art . . however fantastic . . might not quite suit the theme of the book. Honestly, I had nothing to worry about. I've really enjoyed this incarnation of the character, and I'm looking forward to the upcoming 6 part story-line. I think Justin and Jimmy are doing a fantastic job here. Keep up the good work.
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