While Booster Gold is usually one of the more light-hearted comics published by DC, this issue is the exception.That's because this issue is tied into the Blackest Night event, so it's a serious outing this time.
But that's good in two ways: if you buy an issue, you also get a promotional ring in the bargain; and it's a good story that forces Booster to confront the one Black Lantern he should fear - Blue Beetle (Ted Kord).
Writer and artist Dan Jurgens always provides strong, clean, professional art and solid storytelling, and this issue was obviously designed to be a good jumping-on point for readers.
Here we get a recap of Booster's origin, his friendship with the second Blue Beetle, a flashback to the saddest day in Booster's life, and the modern-day threat that may claim everyone Booster cares about, including himself.
Booster is a character who largely flies under the radar, but his time-spanning adventures (with one of my all-time favorite characters, Rip Hunter) and present-day escapades are always well worth following.
Even with a guest appearance by the new Blue Beetle, this issue isn't the best of the bunch - it spends too much time in recap mode - but it's a great setup for the next issue, which looks to be even better.
Grade: B
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