Let’s be honest; I ain’t always the easiest ta get along with. Hey, don’t agree so fast! You ain’t exactly the bee’s knees yerself! Okay, where was I—oh yeah, ON THE RUN! My scientific study on villainous villains has gone all KINDS of wrong, and I’ve made myself a whole lotta enemies in a real short time: Mistah Freeze! Robin! And worst of all, this new cop Pulaski, who’s got a target aimed smack dab at my head. Don’t shoot my head, Pulaski! I LOVE my head!And assumin’ Pulaski doesn’t shoot my lovely head, step inside it for a lovely story about the power of readin’ books and why burnin’ em is no good (TERRIBLY inef more
Harley Quinn #42 poses bigger plans afoot than Harley is aware, vendettas gain ammunition, and kinship is deepening as our heroine navigates her way through life. The dream sequence stories are always so inventive and varying, in the best ways, but "If Books Could Kill is certainly in my top three. Read Full Review
Overall, it is a great read in a great series. Harley's proud and open expression of her queer identity, coupled with the nuanced portrayal of heroes and villains, provides a rich, layered experience. This isn't just a comic; it's an exceptional piece of writing that juggles comedy, emotional depth, and genuine societal issues. Read it! Read Full Review
We're reaching the end of Tini Howard's run, with Harley Quinn on the run as both criminal elements like Mr. Freeze and the over-the-top Detective Pulaski are out for her blood. She's found an unlikely ally, though Tim Drake, as the two of them team up to infiltrate Freeze's tower. This provides some great visuals as well as some surprisingly profound conversations about bisexuality and some great one-liners Read Full Review
This issue feels like some looser narrative elements are tightening up. I'm happy to put myself in the minority camp of folks who genuinely look forward to this title every month. I'm riding that high for now. We'll see how long it lasts. Read Full Review
The net result is an issue that feels a bit like it's treading water. The backup story, however, is a delight. Read Full Review
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