And Then I Read: THE FLASH #31

Image © DC Entertainment. Written by Joshua Williamson, art by Neil Googe and Gus Vazquez, colors by Ivan Plascencia, letters by Tom Napolitano.

The conclusion of the Bloodwork story has the former Central City coroner turned blood-monster flooding the city with his toxic blood, forcing the citizens to flee, and creating havoc. Barry Allen tries to use his altered and now dangerous powers to stop him, but that only makes things worse, so another plan is needed. I liked that plan. It brings Barry to some personal realizations as well as helping the villain and the city. The art by Neil Googe was less distracting this time (because it’s so different from past issues), but when Gus Vazquez takes over, the style reverts to a more familiar one. A new direction for Barry has him reassigned to Iron Heights prison, which should be interesting, since many of his foes are held there.

Recommended.