Gods Draw Blood
I must admit this book felt like the perfect first start for a truly great adaptation of the Wonder Woman mythos. The story was an interesting blend of Greek myth and modern invention. Another reviewer on here said that Wonder Woman often felt like a guest star in her own comic book but this time really felt like her story. I loved the colouring of the book; it felt pulpy and retro while still having the feeling of a very innovative design element.
I enjoyed the subtle elements of lesbianism – or even just sisterhood – between the Amazon women and Strife felt like a perfect counterpoint as Wonder Woman’s first nemesis. Towards the end of the book where she is suddenly much larger than Wonder Woman had such a delightful sense of whimsy about it, I couldn’t help but feel it brought some much needed lightness to the series.
I look forward to see where Wonder Woman is going next in the capable hands of Azzarello and Chiang.
I forgot to mention how much I loved the origin story and the idea that Wonder Woman is somehow more perfect because she’s not born of male patronage.
