Young Justice #15 Review

Writers: Brian Bendis and David Walker

Artists: John Timms + Scott Godlewski

Rating: 6 of 8

Young Justice #15

One of the most important things with any read is that it never feels like a drag to read - and that's certainly the case with Young Justice. It's something that Bendis has retained on most comics he's written, especially Ultimate Spider-Man and Avengers. If you're like me, you'll likely enjoy it so much you'll speed through it.

Bendis and Walker's frenetic storytelling's very much aided by both artists, who add a colourful, cartoonish bent to the various superheroes on display. While the heroes look facially similar, it's not so much so that they're all carbon copies of one another. If there's one thing I'd criticize, it's that at times the team's a bit too bunched up together and I would've liked if they were spread out a bit more.

Though, to be fair, that does make sense, given the circumstances, those being an attempt to both rescue a friend and subdue an enemy, one that's been free longer than they should've been. Although the issue's mainly focused on youthful speedster Bart/Impulse explaining just why the universe doesn't seem to remember their team, the exposition is never overwhelming, or a chore to read, something I really appreciate.

Although it's great getting big, explosive action scenes, something we got in spades last issue, it's also nice getting smaller character moments, which we definitely get this issue. Whether it's something as nice as Tim/Drake and Stephanie/Spoiler sharing a passionate kiss, or as simple as Cassie/Wonder Girl and Cissie/Arrowette smiling at one another, the whole team really know how to deliver simple, yet satisfying character beats.

Overall, this is a pretty good issue, that just flies by - which is fitting, given one of it's central characters. It leaves on an enticing cliffhanger that should be interesting to see followed up next issue. I'd happily recommend it, both to old and new fans alike.