I read this a few years back when it first came out. At that time, I was deeply in love with Kevin Smith. So, I found myself wondering if it was truly a good superhero story or if I simply loved it because of my affection for Smith.

Surprisingly, almost 10 years later, I discovered that I liked it even more now than when I was at the peak of my fandom. This book remains maddeningly complex and steeped in the Green Arrow mythology. However, even without having read any of those comics, I could still understand the story with ease.

Smith gradually unfolds the backstory, allowing the reader to become invested in a small cast including amnesiac Ollie, ex-pro Mia, and even the oddball Stanley. Only then does the inevitable onslaught of decades worth of continuity occur. And yet, the piece still retains the unique Kevin Smith-ness. There are witty and sometimes profane one-liners paired with characters of unexpected heart that constantly surprise you.

While the ending is a bit cliché, sometimes the classics are repeated for a reason. When they are executed well, as in this story, it results in a powerful conclusion. I highly recommend this to any fan of the superhero genre.

The mediocre artwork really disappoints me.

Moreover, I understand that they have to bring Olly back to life, but this whole concept is way outside the realm of my preferred grounded type of stories.

Demons, heaven, hell, ghosts, visions, and those corny puns - they are simply not my cup of tea.

I much prefer stories that are more relatable and based in reality. This current direction seems too fantastical and over-the-top for my taste.

It's as if they are trying too hard to create something unique and exciting, but in the process, they have lost the essence of what makes a good story for me.

I hope they can find a way to bring the story back to a more grounded level and focus on the characters and their relationships rather than relying on these supernatural elements.

Maybe then, I will be able to regain some interest in the story.

This book is truly a prime example of the importance of not abandoning a book too hastily.

In the early stages, it had me feeling rather miserable. However, this was completely intentional on the part of the author.

If I had given up before obtaining all the relevant details, I would have surely missed out on what ultimately turned out to be a really enjoyable and zany story.

Sometimes, we are quick to judge a book based on its initial impression, but this one taught me that perseverance can lead to great rewards.

As I delved deeper into the pages, I began to see the hidden gems and the unique charm that the story held.

It's a reminder that not everything is as it seems at first glance, and that we should give books a fair chance to unfold their magic.

So, the next time you pick up a book that doesn't immediately grab your attention, remember this example and don't be too quick to give up.

You might just be on the verge of discovering a literary masterpiece.

"Quiver" is truly a remarkable entity. It stands out as being unique in its nature, presenting a complexity that is both captivating and challenging.

It is a world filled with adventure at every turn. One can never predict what lies ahead within the confines of "Quiver".

It is a place where the unexpected is the norm, and where each new experience brings with it a sense of excitement and anticipation.

The adventures that await in "Quiver" are not for the faint of heart. They require courage, determination, and a willingness to embrace the unknown.

Whether it's facing dangerous obstacles or uncovering hidden secrets, "Quiver" offers a level of adventure that is second to none.

It is a place that will test your limits and push you to become a better version of yourself.

So, if you're looking for a truly unique and adventurous experience, look no further than "Quiver".

Kevin Smith, renowned for his works such as "Clerks", "Mallrats", and "Chasing Amy", presents a remarkable comeback of Ollie Queen as Green Arrow in this series.

He takes the character from being an untidy street urchin and restores him to his position as the defender of Star City.

Smith does a great job of filling us in on the character's history while also injecting the humor that one might anticipate if they are familiar with Smith's films.

Overall, it's a great 10-issue run by Smith. The plot addresses numerous questions that new readers might have had about the character and manages them skillfully.

A person who has never read Green Arrow before (and that includes myself, as I haven't read much anyway) would have no difficulty starting here, reading this arc, and then moving on to more.

It's a solid piece of work that will appeal to both fans of Green Arrow and Kevin Smith.

The only Green Arrow work that I had previously read was the Green Arrow/Black Canary book, which I truly loved.

Being eager to learn more about the character, I decided to pick up Quiver, which was written by Kevin Smith. This particular story takes place when Ollie makes his return after being dead for several years.

Oliver Queen shows up in Star City, believing that he has only been away for a few weeks, but in reality, he has been presumed dead for a whole decade. Assisting him in uncovering the truth behind this are Black Canary, Arsenal, Connor Hawke, and Batman.

As someone who had no prior knowledge about the Green Arrow continuity, I was extremely pleased with how Kevin Smith crafted this story. He skillfully revealed the backstory through a series of twists and turns, keeping me engaged from start to finish. I also thoroughly enjoyed his portrayal of Green Arrow, with all his belligerently liberal glory. This was one of the main reasons that initially drew me to this character.

In conclusion, I really, really enjoyed this book! It serves as a great introduction for people who are interested in Green Arrow.

In his introduction to this trade paperback, Kevin Smith makes mention of a couple of aspects that have been brought up to him regarding this run of Green Arrow.

Among the critiques were the claims that it was overly verbose for a comic book and that it was inundated with references to the DC universe.

Both of these assertions hold some truth.

There are indeed a rather significant number of references to previous iterations of Green Arrow or even other series entirely, such as the Justice League, Batman, and Superman. However, this did not hinder my comprehension of the story, and I wasn't overly perturbed by it.

Regarding the talkative nature, having become accustomed to reading numerous novels, often exceeding 400 pages, I cannot state that this was a problem for me. I actually appreciated how it allowed for the development of the story and provided certain explanations that, quite frankly, I was eager to have.

This run of Green Arrow, despite its flaws, offered a unique and engaging reading experience that I thoroughly enjoyed.

Kevin Smith, the renowned writer and director behind hits like "Clerks" and "Chasing Amy," has penned a truly outstanding addition to the Green Arrow canon.

This volume compiles the ten-issue run that Kevin Smith crafted, effectively resurrecting Green Arrow from the dead, just as superheroes are wont to do.

I've always had a certain affinity for Green Arrow, who combines the qualities of Robin Hood and Batman. In fact, Green Arrow was initially created as a bit of a derivative of Batman after DC achieved great success with the Batman character. Eventually, Green Arrow developed his own fan base and mythology, but he began as something of a Batman lookalike.

This volume serves as an excellent introduction to the character and an engaging story for any long-time fans. Kevin Smith deftly manages the complexities of an extraordinary life-after-death scenario, intertwined with the history of a long-standing character and a rather large cast of characters. In other hands, such stories could easily collapse under their own weight, but that is not the case here.

Well done, sir, well done!

Green Arrow (2) #1-10 (April 2001 - January 2002) is reprinted in this collection. Oliver Queen wakes up with amnesia and is found by Stanley. Everything seems off to him. He saves a girl named Mia and starts his normal crimefighting in the city, but he doesn't know he's dead. Killed in a plane explosion, he somehow is alive and no one has told him the truth. As the world discovers Green Arrow is back, Oliver is about to learn the harsh reality and must figure out how he survived the explosion or if he really did.

Written by Kevin Smith and illustrated by Phil Hester, Green Arrow: Quiver is Smith's follow-up to his work on Marvel's Daredevil. The series was fairly well-received and was also collected in Absolute Green Arrow by Kevin Smith, which included his entire run. I've always liked Green Arrow, and even as a Marvel reader, I would casually read his solo series. The replacement Green Arrow, Connor Hawke, wasn't bad, but he wasn't Ollie. By the time Smith was given Green Arrow, his work was starting to seem a bit tired to me. His work on Daredevil: Guardian Devil was okay, but I thought Green Arrow was quite decent.
The story is rather long. It first reintroduces Green Arrow and then delves into the mystery of the ten years he is missing before his death. This leads into the Hollow storyline, which explains how he is alive. It also allows for a reunion with his buddy Hal Jordan, who is now the Spectre, and cleverly avoids the Parallax/Green Arrow awkwardness with a fresh start. The series is completed with a throwback to the old DC cartoon character Stanley and his Monster. This is a fun, retro story that also has ties to Neil Gaiman's famous Sandman comic. It allows for Green Arrow's return to be completed and for Ollie to officially rejoin the DC Universe, righting the wrong of his initial death and bringing back the lighter Green Arrow. I don't always love Kevin Smith's work, but his Green Arrow does succeed. It offers a light, fun look at a character who needs to be both light and fun, yet still have some edge. Smith followed up Green Arrow: Quiver with Green Arrow: Sounds of Violence, which concluded his run on the series.

What the actual heck was that?

This question keeps popping up in my mind. I just witnessed something truly strange and inexplicable. It was like a scene from a science fiction movie or a nightmare.

The event happened so quickly that I could barely make sense of it. One moment, everything was normal, and the next, there was this strange phenomenon.

I'm still trying to wrap my head around it. Was it a glitch in the matrix? A hallucination? Or something else entirely?

I wish I could go back in time and take a closer look. Maybe then I could figure out what exactly happened.

For now, all I can do is wonder and hope that I never encounter something like that again.

Quiver, in a nutshell, tells the story of how Green Arrow comes back to life after a decade. It is a long and philosophical narrative.

For me, the art was a bit rough, but Smith does an excellent job of portraying Ollie's passionate and liberal personality. It is one of the most believable resurrection stories I have seen in the superhero genre, which is quite significant considering that many characters have returned from the dead at some point.

Neil Gaiman's Sandman makes a silent yet perfect cameo, which was probably the highlight of the book for me. This is a must-read for Arrow fans, but I wouldn't recommend it to new comic book fans due to the extensive and often confusing continuity.

Also, it's not suitable for those who don't like Green Arrow. Moreover, there are several mature themes in the book, especially sex and violence, so it's not appropriate for youngsters either.

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The content presented here has its merits. A significant portion of it is indeed quite good. However, when considering the entire piece, it comes across as overly wordy. It seems that there is an excess of words being used to convey the intended message, which might potentially detract from the overall clarity and impact. If it were solely judged based on the presence of Mia, I would be inclined to give it five stars. But unfortunately, she doesn't feature prominently enough in the text. Her absence leaves a certain void that could have enhanced the overall quality and appeal of the article if she had been more central to the narrative.