And Then I Read: ASTRO CITY 20

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Writer Kurt Busiek continues the thoughtful exploration of a super-heroic career, that of Quarrel, the viewpoint character. Her long-time partner Crackerjack gets nearly as much coverage, but Quarrel’s story jumps around from early in her career, finding her way, to the present day when she’s considering retirement. Crackerjack does not like that option at all, and is doing his best to keep them both in the game, but evidence is mounting that they can’t go on fighting the good fight forever without losing. Well written, well drawn, a delight to read.

Recommended.