And Then I Read: AQUAMAN 10

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While I’ve never been a fan of long-time Aquaman villain Black Manta, I like the way Geoff Johns writes him in this issue. And I like the back story he’s revealing—through Mera’s interrogation of the scientist Shin—even more, giving the man under the odd helmet a good reason to hate Aquaman, and sharing out the guilt and anger on both sides. Meanwhile, Johns continues to explore the until now unknown superhero team that Aquaman once belonged to, who are now being hunted down by Manta and his gang. Good stuff.

The art by penciller Ivan Reis and inkers Joe Prado and Andy Lanning continues to be excellent, abetted by great coloring from Rod Reis and fine lettering from Nick Napolitano.

Recommended.