I don't know a great deal about Green Arrow apart from what I've witnessed on the TV series 'Arrow'. However, I truly adored this book! It didn't have that angst-ridden feel as the show did, and overall it was a thoroughly enjoyable adventure.

I'm not overly familiar with much of the DC universe aside from the fundamental Batman and Superman. Nevertheless, this was most definitely a pleasant read, even without having in-depth knowledge of the universe and its mythos.

The story in the book seemed to flow smoothly, and the characters were well-developed. It managed to draw me in and keep my interest throughout.

I found myself engaged with Green Arrow's journey and the challenges he faced. It was a refreshing take on the character compared to what I knew from the TV show.

Even though I didn't have a comprehensive understanding of the DC universe, this book still managed to provide an entertaining and engaging experience. It made me want to explore more of the Green Arrow's story and perhaps even delve deeper into the wider DC universe.

Overall, I would highly recommend this book to both fans of the TV show and those who are new to the character of Green Arrow. It's a great read that offers a fun and exciting adventure.

Highly enjoyed this one.

It felt like a breath of fresh air after Arrow. I read the Year One book a few years ago and really dug it. But this? This is the best Green Arrow. It's him at his Bruce Timm/Paul Dini cartoony finest. I never knew how much "Holy Hannah!" could speak volumes about character, but it can.

Classic GA aside, this was such a nicely contained run. The background DC shenanigans were pretty easy to understand, even if you aren't that well-versed in all the Crisis stuff. Green Arrow has been dead and now he's not. So what happened and how does he find out? All the details are there, and all the players are present. There's no deus ex machina, and some good mythology is set up for the future.

I only bought the first issue of the Green Arrow rebirth, and I still haven't read it, so I'm not sure what's going on there. But all the 52 and Arrow stuff was bad for the Green Arrow line. If only the last 4 and a half years of Green Arrow comics and Arrow show had been like this.

As sad as I am that Hastings is closing, I'd like to thank their 40% off GN sales for leading me to take a chance on this story. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

I have a deep affection for the green arrow. It has always held a special place in my heart. However, this particular thing was nooooot my jam at all.

I was really looking forward to it, but as soon as I experienced it, I knew it wasn't for me. Maybe it was the way it was presented or the overall concept.

But despite my disappointment, I still maintain my love for the green arrow. It's like a constant in my life that I can always rely on.

I guess it's just one of those things where you win some and you lose some. But that won't stop me from exploring other things that might potentially become my new jam.

The only thing about this story that didn't convince me was the parts early on where Stanley Dover Sr. acted creepy.

I thought for sure his involvement was a red herring. I was genuinely disappointed when the twist turned out to be that he was super-mega-evil instead of just evil.

It struck me as poorly done, especially since the reveal of his involvement consisted of him explaining his whole life story.

That said, I would love to read some of the old comics where the character first appeared.

While the book is wordy, the words are very easy to digest.

The dialogue is snappy and the story is extremely clear to follow while still dealing with some interesting themes.

The appearances of secondary characters are appropriate and not overdone. They don't take over the book at any point but still play a pivotal role when necessary.

Basically, it's a comic book written like a pretty good movie. I liked it.

Overall, despite the flaw in the twist regarding Stanley Dover Sr., the book has many redeeming qualities. The clear and engaging story, along with the well-developed secondary characters, make it an enjoyable read.

I look forward to exploring the earlier comics where this character originated to see if there are any additional insights or developments that might enhance my understanding and appreciation of the story.

Perhaps in those older comics, the character's evolution and the build-up to his ultimate reveal were handled more skillfully, adding depth and authenticity to his super-mega-evil nature.

Nonetheless, this current book has still managed to capture my interest and leave me with a positive impression, making it a worthy addition to my comic book collection.

This is an enjoyable read.

Smith's way of bringing back Ollie is crafted in such a manner that it feels comic-book-plausible and doesn't come across as jarring.

However, it should be noted that there are a few (minor) discrepancies within the story.

These discrepancies arise due to some of the events that take place during Grant Morrison's "Final Crisis" arch.

Thankfully, despite these minor issues, they don't have the power to derail the overall story.

The narrative still manages to hold together and engage the reader, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in the world that Smith has created.

Overall, it's a testament to Smith's skill as a writer that he can handle these potential pitfalls and still deliver an entertaining and engaging story.

4 stars

Wow! This was truly a remarkable adventure. I had no knowledge of the context, so I was rather confused at the start. Smith incorporates numerous references, and I must say that for the initial two issues, I was extremely perplexed. However, it all suddenly made sense. I was enjoying myself, and then it took a super dark and supernatural turn. And you know what? I really, really loved it.

So, Oliver Queen is dead. There was a bomb, a plane, and Ollie sacrificed himself to save... the world, I assume? As I mentioned, I had no prior understanding of the story's setting.
But everyone knows the Green Arrow is dead. (The older one, not the younger one.)
Then, Superman senses something. And there's a green figure weeping over Oliver's grave. Next, Green Arrow is rescuing an old man being mugged in an alleyway in Star City, but the world appears different to him. There's advanced technology, and the people who formerly ruled the city are no longer there. Why is everyone saying he died? And didn't he used to have battle scars? Why don't any of them show on his body anymore?

This story is filled with cameos. There are numerous characters and a great deal of dialogue. Of course, it's Kevin Smith. It's also quite humorous at times. There's the mystery of what happened to Ollie and why he doesn't remember the past 10 years. How is it possible for him to be there when Superman witnessed his death? But there are also so many twists and turns in the story. Amid Ollie's identity crisis, he's also searching for a child murderer in the city.
So, we have numerous mysteries, a lot of action, some emotional reunions, and a horde of demons from hell.

I actually really appreciate the atmosphere. This graphic novel is over twenty years old, and it shows in the darker plots explored in this 10-issue story. For instance, I was actually shocked a few times by the events that occurred here. But it was really enjoyable. There were stakes, yet the book never became overly serious. And the ending, although a bit abrupt, is actually satisfying to read. I can't wait to read the next volume as soon as possible because, all of a sudden, in the middle of this big, dark action scene, it transforms into a more personal, down-to-earth story of a man who decides to confront his past mistakes.

Honestly, I was surprised by how much I liked this. As I stated, this was a really solid adventure, and I think Smith did an excellent job of writing a diverse range of characters and balancing the pace and tone of the story. The revelation of the villain and the mystery of Oliver's return worked so well at the end that I can't help but渴望 to read more.

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Carcaj starts from the premise of the power vacuum that is generated in Star City, the city where Green Arrow acts as a vigilante. His sidekicks are not able to control the situation and, in the midst of this chaos, a vagrant begins to act in minor crimes, preventing them from being carried out. This homeless person is, as you may have imagined, Oliver Queen. He doesn't remember anything of his recent past, leading him to constantly deny his death, since he doesn't remember it. This will lead him to interact with all the secondary characters of his regular series, as well as with an amalgamation of characters from the DC universe such as Wonder Woman, Batman...

It should be said that in the edition I have, the one from Salvat, not only this arc (never better said) is covered, but the entire trajectory of Kevin Smith in charge of this character, so we will have more stories and context for this character. Something that I find interesting to highlight are the dialogues that Smith makes, which, based on the drawings of Phil Hester, achieves a very interesting narrative continuity. Neither the script works for the drawing nor vice versa, but they do it in consonance, as a whole, in a joint work that is, at least, worthy of applause. Everything has a harmony within what is being told and, what the captions do not narrate, the characters do with their gestures, with their expressions or with what happens around them. Very interesting.

The comic is from 2001, and this is noticeable in the development of events, drawing a lot from the typical grandiloquence of the 90s, but without being especially strident. It is a story that I have enjoyed and that I think can attract any fan or not of the comic, since, although it is not a story that starts from scratch, there is no problem in following the events, since Kevin Smith quickly puts us in context and allows us to understand without problem the linearity of the scenes.

This comic came through the library, and a quick glance through its pages piqued my interest.

However, overall, I was left feeling disappointed. While there were definitely parts of this comic that I liked, I had two major issues with it.

First, I don't enjoy when occultism infiltrates comics. I'm aware that it's a whole branch of the genre, like with Constantine, but it's simply not to my taste. Moreover, this particular take felt a little too "real" in certain aspects, which was a significant turn-off for me.

Second, as a general rule, I'm not a fan of when characters are resurrected. I understand that in comics, these characters have been around for decades, and sometimes writers need to do something drastic to keep things interesting. I also know that comics are, in a sense, modern myths, and in the spirit of mythology, death isn't always permanent. There have been a few instances where I've overlooked my rule, especially if it's for a character I really like. But in this specific case, Green Arrow being resurrected by Hal Jordan-Spectre based on an atom-sized bit of DNA that was still on Superman's costume from when GA was obliterated? That's really stretching it.

Despite my disappointments, there were a few silver linings. I liked seeing a superhero heaven, although I know that comes with the territory of also having to see the equally dark stuff. I also enjoyed Barry Allen's cameo and the brief appearance of Jason Todd as Robin. Some of Batman's "Batman-ness" amused me, and I really like Wally West Flash, Kyle Rayner Green Lantern, and Connor Queen Green Arrow. Roy Harper was also great in the scenes he was in.

But unfortunately, a few favorite character appearances and some cool moments don't make a great comic. So, sadly, I can't recommend it. At best, it was an educational read for me as a fan, giving me a bit more knowledge about GA as a character. But as an actual book, it was disappointing, and I know that DC can do better.

Absolute Rating: {3+/5 stars}

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NOTE: I read this story in the original monthly issues. It was truly a significant event when it was first released. DC had postponed the reboot of Green Arrow for several years, and fans were eagerly anticipating the return of Oliver Queen. Film-maker and comics enthusiast Kevin Smith was tasked with writing it (and, of course, the delays began). DC was hoping to achieve the same success as Marvel did with Smith's reboot of Daredevil for Marvel Knights. However, I'm sorry to say that it didn't come close.

I acquired this as a discounted set several years ago and stored it on the shelf until now. It's rather lackluster, giving the impression that Smith was simply going through the motions. Ollie suddenly appears in the impoverished part of town, looking disheveled and wearing a tattered costume. He has no recollection of the past ten years or the incident of his death (supposedly atomized in a plane explosion, verified by Superman).

Things start to get a bit more interesting in Issue #5 when Batman decides to conduct a comprehensive examination on him. This is to ensure that he is the real deal and not a clone planted by the opposition to undermine the Justice League. Batman shows him the Oliver Queen newspaper obituary and footage of the battle with Parralax (Green Lantern Hal Jordan), but he remembers nothing and refuses to believe that he died. There are more visits to memory sites, such as the abandoned Queen mansion. Batman believes he has figured out the cutoff point and the reason for Oliver's memory loss, but still needs to determine the how when Jason Blood/The Demon shows up. This was the first issue so far that I actually enjoyed reading. It took you long enough, Smitty.

While I'm not a die-hard Green Arrow enthusiast, I do hold a certain admiration for Kevin Smith. Consequently, I decided to give this particular work a chance.

Before the commencement of this series, Green Arrow had met his demise. However, this book commences with his unexpected resurrection. As the narrative progresses, he delves deeper into the mystery of how he came back to life and why he has no recollection of the past decade. Simultaneously, a child killer is wreaking havoc.

This book incorporates numerous supernatural elements, including the afterlife, heaven, demons, and the occult. Initially, I wasn't anticipating such themes in a Green Arrow story, but they seamlessly blend with the overall plot.

Despite the abundance of dialogue, Kevin Smith manages to maintain an engaging and entertaining tone. Green Arrow interacts with a plethora of other DC characters, such as Batman, Aquaman, the JLA, and Etrigan.

If you're considering exploring the world of Green Arrow, this serves as an excellent starting point. It contains references to Green Arrow's history, yet not to an extent that would cause confusion for new readers.