Sure Swamp Thing #40 didn't end where the Future's End story picked up which leaves that gap in time, but you are left more than satisfied when we were given a definite beginning and end to this series. Swam Thing wasn't one of those which struggled to make ends meet with each passing issue. This series saw an end that was worthy at 40 issues. That is impressive compared to many other ongoings that have come and passed over the years. Read Full Review

That still shouldn't lead anyone to hesitate reading this book. The New 52 run of Swamp Thing started out great and only got better once Charles Soule took over. Here, we see him conclude his run in the best possible way, by leaving it open for new writers without leaving loose ends. If you've never touched an issue of this series before, it's worth your time to catch up. Issue 40 is evidence of how to wrap up your work on a character without using gimmicks or forcing any false sentimentality. I only hope there's more like it to come. Read Full Review

Overall, Swamp Thing #40 was a satisfying conclusion to the series. The art, like always, was perfect and completely on point. I just wish Soule took a little bit more time to focus in on some resolution instead of introducing new plot threads that will never be seen again. Read Full Review

Charles Soule had very big shoes to fill when he started his run on Swamp Thing. Fortunately for readers, he's succeeded in crafting a unique take on the character while both honoring everything that's come before and adding his own unique additions along the way. His final issue is full of action and intensity that will leave readers satisfied even with the slight hiccup of wrapping things up a bit too quickly in the end. Jesus Saiz lends a great deal to the story with pencils that are full of details that help to bring this world to life. Read Full Review

If anything, my interpretations of Swamp Thing #40 hold as much validity as any other critics, but if we argue about which is the true one, it would have to be the authors and their intent, their message. Still, the way I choose to interpret this particular work of fiction is that it is very Morrisonian in nature, for better or worse. There are times where it seems a little on-the-nose and it rushes through things trying to get its big ideas out and resolve the plot at the same time. Still, whats been pulled off here is a clever little trick that gives more credence to the world of mainstream comics (i.e. DC and Marvel) than they usually have. Swamp Thing had a strong run since its inception, but the end of one era means its loose ends need to be closed off, like vines knotting over a hole in the ground, sealing it away forever from sight. Read Full Review

Swamp Thing #40 is a solid conclusion to series. While a rushed a bit, the story does wrap up every single dangling plotline and thread in the series and ends in a satisfying way. The writing is still solid and the artwork is just lovely looking. Overall, I highly recommend Swamp Thing as a whole, including both this run by Charles Soule and also the earlier run by Scott Snyder. It's all highly worth your time reading and checking out. Read Full Review

While I can't say that this is a good final issue to a series, I can say that it's a good conclusion to the Machine Queen story arc.  We had great art throughout this issue and the biggest problem seems to come from that rushed feeling it gives off to not only finish the story arc but to introduce a new idea to the Swamp Thing mythos.  I had a really good time with the book though and besides for that rushed feeling my only complaint is that it's over. Read Full Review

Like the Green itself, Swamp Thing can never die. He is a vital character to the DC Universe and has proven himself a versatile character not only in his past stories but in Snyder and Soule's runs during the New 52 era as well. Soule brought so much to the character and proves, through the ideas explored in this final (at least for this volume) issue of Alec's series, that any character can live on if creator and reader work together to breathe life into them. The cover proclaims "Season's End" and is an indication that this isn't the last we've seen of ol' Swampy. Read Full Review

Swamp Thing#40 sees a big risk taken by Charles Soule in crafting a story that is self-aware. The metafictional gamble pays off though, bringing an added layer to not just the finale, but the entire series. That being said, some readers may feel like the conclusion didn't fully address the emotional state of Holland or his supporting cast thoroughly enough. Ultimately, though, this is not just an enjoyable finale, but one that will make you think on both the storytelling choices and letting Jesus Saiz's gorgeous art sink in. Read Full Review

Despite its shortcomings, Swamp Thing #40 sings praises for the titular character. With admiration, creativity, and a talented team, Swamp Thing has delivered a compelling tale. It is sad to see the character go, but the send off was handled with care, and maybe, too little space. Read Full Review

And so we have reached the final page for Swamp Thing and while the actual final panel may raise questions that only Charles Soule has the answer to, the comic that preceeded it is still a satisfying finale on all fronts. Soule filled some very big shoes when it took over the title, but you would never know it from the confidence of his plotting up until and including this final issue. Charles Soule just used the momentum that was already there from the previous writer and turned it into something that was wholly his own. Swamp Thing ended on its own terms and that, as fans, is all we can ask for from a title. Rest well, Alec Holland, you have surely deserved it. Read Full Review

"Swamp Thing" #40 wraps up a title that might not have been commercially viable enough to continue but was a creative goldmine of talent. It's a genuine shame that it's come to a close, but at least Soule and Saiz managed to do so on a high note. Hopefully, the duo will collaborate again before too long; their "Swamp Thing" run, once it got up and running, moved from one strength to the next. I suspect that, with all of the series wrapping up at DC Comics this month, this will end up being the most graceful conclusion. Read Full Review

Hello, and welcome to my 2,000th"just to ensure there's no debate about typos, that's two thousandth"review for WCBR. Funny. It just occurred to me that despite the number, this review really isn't much different from any other, except that it's slightly shorter thanks to the space I wasted talking about how it's the 2,000th review. Let's take a moment to meditate on what kind of metaphor we can glean from that. Read Full Review

Pacing issues hamper the overall effect of this one because of page constraints and Soule's decision to put his meta narrative front and center but this is a solid conclusion to a generally well-regarded run. Read Full Review

This was a very satisfying conclusion and the way the art and story was handled was nothing less than masterful. In a war against the machines, the green army led by Holland as the avatar makes for some impressive scenes and the story is told both intimately and at a larger scale with a perfect balance. Although I would've enjoyed more focus on Abigail Arcane (and Anton) for that matter, the story was able to have a definitive endpoint without the reader feel like something was missing. It almost breaks the fourth wall with its creative take on storytelling. We meet an interesting character at a Philadelphia library that talks about how stories live on forever and Swamp Thing's story will be everlasting regardless of the war's outcome. It's an interesting take and I enjoyed it. Overall, Swamp Thing was a brilliant book and showed that the New 52 had a few hidden gems besides Batman and Wonder Woman. Also, while this series is indeed done, I can see Swamp Thing's character coming back in a new title as the solo character or perhaps part of whatever Justice League Dark turns into. Dark World perhaps? more

To be honest, this is one of the most underrated series to come out of New 52. Definitely a must read.