Batgirl #8 is fantastic issues that delivers emotional punches just as hard as physical ones. Brombal and the creative team have created something special here, making a strong case for Batgirl as one of the best ongoing DC titles currently on the stands, and that's no small feat. This issue sets up the next arc perfectly, leaving readers eagerly anticipating Cassandra's journey as she seeks out Bronze Tiger. Read Full Review

Batgirl #8 is one of the best issues of the series far. Brombal and the entire creative team are creating something special, and they sent me on an emotional roller coaster in just two issues exploring Lady Shiva's backstory. The next arc is also perfectly set up, and I'm excited to get into Cass' next journey as she seeks out Bronze Tiger. And I'll state this now Batgirl is possibly the best "Bat title going on right now. Sorry not sorry. Read Full Review

Batgirl #8 is a near-perfect blend of heart and heat a story that punches just as hard emotionally as it does physically. The creative team delivers a high-impact chapter that furthers Cassandra Cains emotional arc by illuminating her mothers complex past. With tight storytelling, dynamic visuals, and a compelling mystery still unfolding, this is one of the best Batgirl issues to date. Read Full Review

Shiva's revised origin continues as we finally get to the world's funniest terrible, awful, no good, father: David Cain. Read Full Review

The second part of "The Book of Shiva closes out this chapter in her history having given real and clear context to her personal journey. Everything in this story has felt relevant to telling us who she is. But also why she sent Cass to find Bronze Tiger. Brombal's character work has been impeccable but now it's time to get back to Cassandra's story. Read Full Review