Superman is trapped in a far-flung future, fighting alongside one of his own descendants for an Earth he doesn’t recognize. Here, the House of El has been fractured and lost, exiled from Earth and hunted by its enemies. Can Superman reunite the Els in time to save the universe from his most powerful enemy and find his wayback to his own time? Familiar faces return, and a terrifying villain makes his firstappearance in Book of El’s explosive second issue!
The scope here is so huge that we're not seeing the full picture yet, but what we are seeing feels like a note-perfect conclusion to Johnson's epic run. Read Full Review
Coming off the energy of #1, 'Adventures of Superman: Book of El' #2 does an excellent job letting us catch our breathe while maintaining the tension of the situation. The art is fantastic and contributes to the pacing that gives us a sense Clark is against the clock, which is ironic considering time travel is involved. Read Full Review
Adventures of Superman: The Book of El #2 is an ambitious and immersive continuation of Phillip Kennedy Johnsons Superman saga. With its grand visuals, layered mythology, and hints of deeper family secrets, it promises a rich and rewarding run, especially for fans who came aboard during Future State. If you're looking for something bold, cosmic, and deeply rooted in Superman's legacy, this is a journey worth joining. Read Full Review
Adventures of Superman: The Book of El #2 continues to build its mythic tone with impressive worldbuilding, strong art, and a clear vision of Superman's goodness against a corrupted future. While the narrative doesn't move forward much, its reveals, atmosphere, and character moments make it a compelling middle chapter. Read Full Review
This was just what you want in a second issue, a sort of infrastructure issue setting up the world while adding some plot points that you want to read more. Plus, Johnson just gets Superman. Read Full Review
The story in this one is a 10. It’s great that PKJ was able to finish his story from action comics.
The art brings it down to a 9. It’s just not to my taste.
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