Simon Oliver is no stranger to the character of John Constantine, having written the much-loved limited series Hellblazer Presents: Chas - The Knowledge. In this issue, he introduces a promising villain and offers some great Swamp Thing lines. Overall, this entry contains a lot of getting to know you dialogue among characters and doesnt excite, but its clear this will lay the groundwork for a fulfilling story arc. The lack of Constantines inner monologue is sorely missed. His projected thoughts were almost a staple in his original series and without it he comes across as a bit player in a larger tale. When hes the most potentially intriguing character around (save for ol Swampy), this is a missed opportunity and a disappointment. Read Full Review