I really enjoy this book. Steve Niles has really turned Simon into a character that the reader can care about. There's still a supernatural feel to the book, but . . it kind of seems like it's there as an afterthought. It's not the main theme of the book. We have Simon working on his relationship with Rachel. And then we also have Tom working on his relationship with Beth. Although it seems like Tom's interest in Beth is sometimes out of necessity. But, I still think there's an attraction there. However, I really don't think that the feelings mutual with Simon and Rachel. Simon tells her that he loves her this issue, but Rachel . . . has a completely different view of their relationship. And accidentally puts Simon off. She doesn't know how to respond to his . . announcement. Also we recently we have a new character in Gus. He's kind of like Simon's father. The problem is, he had to perform several experiments, I'm sure, before he got to Simon. Now it appears that one of them is running rampant across Gotham cutting off peoples heads. We don't have a name or anything for him yet, but . . he looks like Simon, but meaner . . and scarier. Anyways, Gus is trying to fill in Simon on his background . . how he came to be, so he's making him tapes to tell him his story. Unfortunately, the scary Simon that's running around . . he's looking for Gus. He's not happy about his existence and he wants to take out his pain on Gus. That's how this issue ends . . . with him ready to kill him. With Steve Niles writing this book, I have to say I really expected something different. I don't know what, but . . not necessarily this. However, now that we've had a chance to get into the story and get to know the characters I really like the feel and direction of this book. I think it's just about perfect. I'm also thrilled with Scott Hamptons pencils, and the fact that he's been here for the entire series. It's a neat book. You should give it a shot if you have the chance.
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