Grodd, the little psychic monkey, continues to be a huge scene-stealer and fan favorite in what's been a pretty dark line so far. But overall, it's the slow-burn scale building and the excellent character work that really makes this book excel. Read Full Review

Absolute Flash #9 has brought the intensity up to an 11 in this story. Dr. Thawne is proving to be a maniac of a villain, while the Rogues and Wally are forming a sense of bond I did not see coming. The colors, details, and story work from the team have really matched the intensity and engrossed me in this world! Read Full Review

Absolute Flash #9 is a beautifully drawn and well-written character-focused interlude that doesnt push the narrative much further but instead brings all of the principal characters up to speed with each other while also deepening the mythos and the powers of Wally West that are beginning to prove more plague than privilege. My recommendation: if youve been collecting Absolute Flash so far, then I recommend picking up this comic. On the other hand, if you havent yet picked up any of Lemires Absolute run yet, then Absolute Flash #9 might be a good place to dip your toe in the water to see if Robless art or Lemires version of the characters is your cup of tea, although you might be missing some important context provided by the past eight issues. Read Full Review

If you like heist stories, complicated heroes, and art that pops off the page, this issue is a must-read. The Rogues have never looked this cool, and the Flash has rarely been this terrified. Read Full Review

There is something that happens in Absolute Flash #9 that could make this one of the more important single issues from DC Comics going into 2026. Read Full Review

Absolute Flash #9 is a strong issue that re-engages the audience by pivoting its direction back towards Wally while building off of the slower burn the series had taken recently. Read Full Review

Absolute Flash #9 pulls off high-concept drama with a zippy mix of science and speedster strife, juggling humor and cosmic risk with both hands, though sometimes dropping a ball or two. If razor-sharp art and ambitious storytelling are what you're after, this issue mostly delivers, though the tangled structure and breathless pacing mean only the most attentive reader will reap every reward. For those seeking clarity and depth alongside spectacle, consider whether the ride is worth the sprint. Read Full Review

I wish i loved this series the way i love absolute Superman. 5 bucks a month is a lot for this glacial pace storytelling. But I like the art and story ideas. Execution could be better.