Sensation Comics Featuring Wonder Woman Vol. 1

This is a great volume that compiles different stories inspired by Wonder Woman. The different styles of art and writing make this a def. must have for WW fans. Gail Simone and G. Hernandez are part of the artists and writers that appear here.

Collects Sensation Comics (2014) # 1-5 10 stories across 5 issues, each with their own writer and artist Writers: Gail Simone, Amanda Deibert, Jason Bischoff, Ivan Cohen, Sean E. Williams, Ollie Masters, Gilbert Hernandez, Rob Williams, Neil Kleid, Corinna Bechko & Gabriel Hardman Artists: Ethan Van Sciver & Marcelo Di Chiara, Cat Staggs, David A. Williams, Marcus To, Marguerite Sauvage, Amy Mebberson, Gilbert Hernandez, Tom Lyle, Dean Haspiel, Gabriel Hardman This is an anthology of stand-alone stories which don't fit in the current continuity, though some feel as if they could have happened in the Pre-Crisis or Post-Crisis eras. Some stories are better than others, of course. They all feel like "true" Wonder Woman stories, more or less. The most "out there" story has Wonder Woman as a rock star. The stories include some standard WW villains like Cheetah, Circe, and Doctor Psycho, and several guest stars like Harley Quinn, Catwoman (twice), Supergirl, Mary Marvel, and Darkseid. 4 stars may be a little generous. This is good enough that I've decided to get the next one.

The art is a bit uneven as well as the stories. However, as a Wonder Woman fan, each story had its charm. A great collection.

An interesting, if widely divergent, collection of tales of Wonder Woman. The talent in both art and story runs the gamut of fantastic to awful. If you can get it at discount, go for it. But to be honest, it isn’t worth the full price. 3.35 out of 5. “Gothamazon” by Gail Simone (writer); Ethan Van Sciver & Marcelo di Chiara (artists). When the villains of Gotham band together to take out Batman, Oracle must call for help. Wonder Woman must learn how to combat these unusual criminals. Luckily both Catwoman and Harley Quinn are ready and able to give advice. The artwork is marvelous, crisp and clear, so well-defined, simply beautiful. A quick, almost AU story. The idea of Diana learning to defeat the Gotham baddies in her own unusual way is well thought out. 4 out of 5. “Defender of Truth” by Amanda Deibert (writer); Cat Staggs (artist). Circe is causing havoc until Wonder Woman arrives to save the day. She also takes a moment to help a young admirer when he is teased for liking her (boys have to like boy stuff, not girl stuff). The art is not as crisp on the previous story. In fact, it is quite blurry in spots. The story was extremely sparse. The best scene was probably with the boy. 3 out of 5. “Brace Yourself” by Jason Bischoff (writer); David A. Williams (artist). This is an adorable look at a young Diana’s life and how she trained to become the woman we know. The determination and cheekiness on the child’s face was well drawn. 3.5 out of 5. “Taketh Away” by Ivan Cohen (writer); Marcus To (artist). After some unfortunate remarks about the Gods on television, Diana finds her strength and powers gone. Great look at Diana’s inner strength. Good art, reminds me of the styles of the 1970s. 3.5 out of 5. “Bullets and Bracelets” by Sean E. Williams (writer); Marguerite Sauvage (artist). Diana as a rock star. A little preachy, a little weird. Art is not as refined. My honest reaction to it was more Josie and the Pussycats than Wonder Woman. 3 out of 5. “Morning Coffee” by Ollie Masters (writer); Amy Mebberson (artist). Wonder Woman is called to London to help stop Catwoman. Very simplistic artwork, yet it is quite engaging. Poor dragon, gets beat up for just doing his job. 3.5 out of 5. “No Chains Can Hold Her!” by Gilbert Hernandez (writer and artist). Okay, Wonder Woman on steroids. Diana fights cheesy killer robots and lizard-like aliens. Story and art majorly suck. Sorry, Gilbert, but it does. Even the Original Wonder Woman art wasn’t this horrible. 2 out of 5. “Attack of the 500-Foot Wonder Woman” by Rob Williams (writer); Tom Lyle (artist). Byth of Thanagar is tearing Gateway City to bits. Wonder Woman, Atom, Hawkman, and Hawkwoman must save the day. Not too bad. Decent art, good story. 3.5 out of 5. “Ghosts and Gods” by Neil Kleid (writer); Dean Haspiel (artist). Well, here’s a current Arrow villain, Ra’s al Ghul, fighting Wonder Woman and Etta Candy in their search for a stolen purple ray device. They are joined by Deadman, a murdered circus performer who has been directed to help balance justice. Actually, the artwork in this tale reminds me quite a bit of early Wonder Woman, particularly the 1950s-1960s. Not a bad tale. 3.5 out of 5. “Dig for Fire” by Corinna Bechko & Gabriel Hardman (writers); Gabriel Hardman (artist). Diana’s mother has directed her to travel to Apokolips to search for two missing Amazons. An exciting tale and great art to accompany it. Well done, a great finish to the collection. 4 out of 5.

This was a good introduction to the wonder woman character. This and legends of wonder woman are great titles for the character. Especially for new readers.

A superb collection of recent WW comics stories!

It was a nice collection of mini stories nice to see how different people have depicted her differently. An entertaining read

Gail Simone is Bae. Long live Gail Simone.

The thing about this comic is that it is an anthology which means that it is going to be hit and miss. Some great stories some cruddy ones but Gail Simones stands out as excellent.

Sensation comics featuring Wonder Woman Vol. 1, is a collection of varied stories, which make Wonder Woman the star of the show. Each of the stories are written by different writer's. The first story is written by Gail Simone, who is as well-known writer from the Wonder Woman comics. The criminals of Gotham city have put Batman temporarily out of action. Wonder woman arrives in Gotham, after being contacted by the Oracle, Barbara Gordon. Will Diana save Gotham?. You'll have to read this book to find out. The artwork also varies from story to story in this book, from cartoon like images to highly detailed panels. All illustrated by various artists. Sensation comics allows different writer's and, artists to give readers their take on DC comics most famous female superhero.

Some of the stories aren't great, but most of them are excellent, and with great art too. If you aren't too familiar with Wonder Woman, this is probably the best introduction to her (especially due to the stories that focus around Diana's origin). The last story set in Apokolips was particularly brilliant. I won't spoil it, just read it.

Tres belle variété.

O/H seems very happy with this