Green Arrow (2016-2019) Vol. 1: The Death and Life of Oliver Queen Kindle & comiXology

The New 52 Green Arrow never did much for my tastes. Even at its strongest, it just wasn't what I was looking for in a Green Arrow book. This book is clearly meant for me; like much of Rebirth, this story resets much of what the characters involved lost with the New 52. Oliver Queen very much feels like his old self again; he's political, and a little preachy (thankfully never too much to alienate most people, even if you don't agree with him), but most importantly he's fun again. He's snarky, smart, and capable, a description that could fit the book just as well. The book also restores Black Canary more like her earlier depictions, and while she isn't quite where she was before, it's clear that the author intends it to happen as the series progresses.Also like the rest of Rebirth, though, it doesn't totally disregard the new, but it does refine things. There is just a smidgen of Arrowverse Ollie mixed in now, which comes out at times when it feels appropriate. Diggle and Emi (something of an expy of Thea from the tv show) also continue to gain footing as worthy members of the cast. I'm even beginning to feel more than apathy towards Ollie's tech guy now, which I couldn't really say before.Finally, the brand new additions work well too. Two villain groups, the underground people and the Ninth Circle (or the Burned), pop up here, and both are visually interesting and a little repulsive to look at (in a good way). Hopefully, we will see them stick around for future use; Green Arrow does have a tragically small rogues gallery beyond those he borrows from Batman or the Justice League.Last, the art meshes very well with the story. It's very stylized, almost cutesy at times, but it lends itself well to the macabre and unusual elements present here too.

This is the first book in the suggested reading order of the DC Rebirth series. I'm more a Marvel guy, so take this review with a grain of salt. The story arc, involving human trafficking, is more or less resolved. There's another storyline involving Oliver Queen trying to regain his fortune and control of his company, which ends on a cliffhanger. I think if you really like GA, you'll enjoy this. For those who aren't hardcore GA fans, it's still enjoyabke, and might make them read further adventures of the character.

Really good story, I am excited to see Oliver teaming up with Black Canary. Everytime he called himself a social justice warrior it bugged me tho, it's completely fine if that's his character but I'm a fan of "show it don't say it" kind of writing and repeatedly saying "I'm a social justice warrior" doesn't actually make you one. It's somewhat forgivable because he actually is, but say it a lot less in the furture because it was blaringly obvious

It was a really good place to start in this day and age where different origin stories ans back stories are literally everywhere.

A+

My Son Loved the story! Green Arrow Vol. 1: The Death and Life Of Oliver Queen (Rebirth)

Kinda blah

But it is a comic book was hopping for more a novel type book for my kid to get reading credit

The peoples bowman returns in this reboot of the DC Universe better than ever. Combining all the best elements of previous incarnations of the emerald archer, the first volume of the Rebirth timeline, replacing its predecessor the New 52 is a delightful read combining Green Arrows best traits. Fans of the awful CW series will find the true Oliver Queen here and its a great jumping on point to the current continuity for new readers. And as with most comics, the art is absolutely incredible not a single miscommunication in visions, every movement is accurately stencilled and it delivers a beautiful visual to the brilliant story which won't be spoiled here.

I can't praise this book enough, the story is good and is easy to follow and the main characters are fun and less brooding than the new 52 version's. The best thing about this comic is by far the art and colouring, it really is stunning! There are 2 artists collaborating (Otto Schmidt and Juan E Ferreyra) which do about half each, they have very similar styles and both artists do their own colouring. It's one of the best looking comic's out there and is rightfully one of the best series to come out of DC rebirth.

Finally a modern remake on the Green Arrow and Black Canary dynamic and love relationship♥

Great item great price fast delivery fantastic gift

Happy Teenager request for birthday.