This portion of the narrative is creative and exiting to see play out. The majority of it focuses on Reverse-Flash’s rise to power in the past and his journey to the present day. The opening chapters of Zoomare mostly positive. This mix of quality makes a book that isn’t that bad but also isn’t that good either. The narrative is chaotic, substantial plot threads are left unaddressed, and the conclusion is rife with problems. However, in other places, it gets a few things wrong. The opening chapters are solid, the narrative generates some serious excitement, and it deals with some cool concepts. In some places, it gets a few things right. 8: Zoom, by Robert Venditti and Van Jensen, is an average volume. If not, then it will likely be a pretty unremarkable read. If fans are interested in the concept behind the story they may enjoy this book. On the other hand, the opening chapters are good and Reverse-Flash works out as the collection’s villain. It still has issues with the narrative and some more serious problems delivering a satisfying conclusion. Overall: Though not as bad as its predecessors, this collection still has its problems. Cliffhangers from the previous volume are left undeveloped. Reverse-Flash ends up being a solid villain.Ĭons: The narrative is chaotic in many places. Pros: The opening chapters are tense and help build some satisfying drama.

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