Poison Ivy #40

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• 10

  You Don't Read Comics - Russ Bickerstaff

  Jan 07, 2026

  The opening splash page refers to this issue as Chapter Forty. Wilson has clearly had a long-term plan for Pamela thats been playing out over the years. Its really, really cool to see her have the opportunity to work with it as the evolution of Poison Ivys psyche continues to elegantly respirate across page and panel. Poison Ivy wants to save the world. Theres no questioning that. Sometimes that makes her more of a hero. Sometimes that makes her more of a villain. Sometimes...its something different altogether. Wilson has finally reached a point it which that complexity has become pleasantly dizzying. Read Full Review

• 10

  COMICON - Scott Redmond

  Jan 14, 2026

  Another month brings another stellar issue of the series that can’t stop and won’t stop, breaking a lot of numerical and comic book related barriers in the process. Seeds of change are clear in this issue that begins a new path for it’s title character with all the creative joy and uniqueness this series has thrived upon. Read Full Review

• 9.5

  AIPT - Joe Jones

  Jan 07, 2026

  Poison Ivy #40 is a highly entertaining issue that puts Ivy's principles on a collision course with the corruption festering within Gotham City. It is also a topical issue that addresses the negative environmental impact of A.I., in particular how marginalized communities are adversely affected by the environmental harm caused by A.I. Read Full Review

• 9.0

  Geek Dad - Ray Goldfield

  Jan 07, 2026

  This is clearly a pretty topical issue, and one that isn't exactly subtle about how the writer feels about AI and policing. That's nothing new for this comic, which has long worn its heart on its sleeve, but it'll be interesting to see how it can make this new status quo work. Read Full Review

• 8.0

  ComicsOnline - Matt Sernaker

  Jan 07, 2026

  Poison Ivy's return to Gotham is a great starting point for new readers. With so many great comics out these days, it's been hard to keep up with all of the incredible books coming out from DC, but I'm really glad that I made the time for this one. Read Full Review

• 6.0

  Get Your Comic On - Michael Brennan

  Jan 07, 2026

  Poison Ivy #40 is a visual feast, a narrative refresh, and a triumph of style and substance. Gotham has never felt more alive, and Ivy has never looked or felt more captivatingthis is one comic you won't want to miss. Read Full Review