Batgirls #4 gives Cass and Steph some downtime within their community, which helps remind them why they became Batgirls in the first place. The issue also sees the Batgirls defeat one villain while playing right into the hands of another. This series continues to emphasize the importance of the Batgirls friendships with one another, as showcased in the climactic fight with Tutor in this issue. The bonds of friendship may be strengthened, but the Batgirls continue to get in over their heads facing the many, many villains of the Hill. Read Full Review

While the plotting is strong, this is a case where the leads are really what drives this comic. Steph and Cass may not exactly be what they were before Flashpoint, but this book captures their joyful energy in a way no one has in years. Read Full Review

Batgirls #4 is a perfect example of the type of comic book series this is. It successfully recalls some of DC's best series of the past with a broad appeal with the right amounts of humor. It feels like a complete title that delivers the action/ adventure as well as human moments that will keep readers around as they get to know and love these characters. Read Full Review

In a vast sea of Bat-related comic books, ‘Batgirls' continues to stand apart and do its own thing while remaining a clear part of this connected universe of titles. Fans of these characters are eating well right now as Batgirls is truly one of the best, fun, and gorgeous books that DC Comics is currently publishing. It's a breath of fresh air and a shining beacon of hope taking place in a dark and sometimes overbearing world. Read Full Review

Cloonan delivers some big laughs and exciting action in this fun chapter. Read Full Review

Batgirls is an art-driven series to this point, but the budding friendship of Cassie and Stephanie, plus Barbara's protective presence, makes for a satisfying emotional backbone. Read Full Review

The overall feel and vibe of Batgirls remains really fun, and this issue has some nice character moments. But this issue also has a very dingus decision that makes no sense other than the creators needed to slam this square peg into a round hole for their story. Read Full Review

How are we already at issue 4?! I can't believe we only have 2 left, as there are still so many unanswered questions. I have no idea how this is going to wrap up! Cloonan and Conrad have a task ahead of them and I can't wait to read it and get in on all the Batgirls' fun and adventure! Read Full Review

While the many other threats and potential plot threads continue to circle around the heroes, I appreciated that the comic actually picked a plot and "resolved" it, which provided some much needed focus to what's been a very disorganized comic so far. Read Full Review

Batgirls #4 takes an already overstuffed story with four separate villains and adds more to the mix. The stylized art might not be everyone's cup of tea, but it suits the neon YA tone of the book. I just hope the creative team can tighten up the story before this first arc ends. Read Full Review

All in all, Batgirls remains a fun, if somewhat goofy, series, perhaps not strictly intended for young readers or fans looking for a feel-good read, but it would be greatly enjoyed by them. I am enjoying it, although I will admit that it isn't satisfying as much as I was hoping. Regardless, I'll keep reading along to find out how it all ends. Read Full Review

Generally this issue is fine. I'm frustrated that it feels like the book hasn't quite found it's identity yet, and by the fact that it's stakes don't often feel real. However, it keeps charming me with its depiction of Steph and Cass as batgirls, and I can't help but keep hoping it'll discover itself soon. Read Full Review

Overall, Batgirls #4 is more of the same. The chemistry between Stephanie Brown, Cassandra Cain, and Barbara Gordon is where this issue shines. Unfortunately how heavy handed the writing is during the fight with Tutor is gets in the way of the cool stylized artwork that Corona is providing this series. Read Full Review

I love the art, I like the attitude, the book has a fantastic format that allows for a lot of story to be told in one issue making a bulky, satisfying read.
But the writing itself is starting to fall apart at the seams. The bookstore scene for example was better than all the superhero stuff in it.
The reveal didn't really work for me because as a payoff there was nothing much building up to it for it to pay off in a full, satisfying manner. I am starting to not care about the conflict while I do enjoy hanging out with these characters. Hoping the series gets its footing better before the arc closes.

This issue suffers from a lot of the same issues as previous ones, but there's a bit more of focus here. I really can't find myself getting excited over the villain reveal in this issue, as it just compounds on the problems that this series is facing. The art is really energetic and fun. The writing tries to match that tone but it feels scattershot and can actually become annoying to read. But the biggest issue here is there is still way too much going on in this arc. This comic kind of exhausts me when I read it.