Flash Rebirth TP Paperback – 10 May 2011

As a reader of "Barry Allen era" Flash from the 1960's, I bought this as an exercise in nostalgia as much as anything, and I wanted to see how they would revive a long-dead and much loved character (is it really over 20 years since he was killed off?)What I found was a completely new approach to the characters and story-telling. Much more aimed at adults, without resorting to crudity, bad language or excessive and graphic violence (although elements of violence exist in the story). Characters die, villains are killers, not just thieves or megalomaniacs but true psychopaths. Heroes have wives, children and all the issues involved therein. They are three dimensional, rather than the cardboard cut-out goody-goodies of the past.Indeed, Barry Allen acknowledges than he had a black & white / no grey areas world view before his "death". Guilty or not guilty, good or bad, innocent or evil. He was, simply, too good to be true.Part of the story involves his journey towards a more enlightened, less naive attitude. For the most part, though, it is a fast moving, action packed exploration of the so-called "speed force", with some genre-altering exposition, and a really surprising twist affecting all those who wear / have worn the Flash costume, as well as forerunners (no pun intended) like Jay Garrick and Jonny Quick.With cameos from old villians like Captain Cold and Gorilla Grodd, as well as appearances of the Justice League stalwarts Superman, Green Arrow and Wonder Woman, this is one for old time geeks like me, as well as those new to the DC Universe.The Kindle edition was easy to read, even on my smaller, older basic version. Recommended.

"Flash Rebirth" is a great story, telling an emotionally-involving, character-driven story about a man struggling to reaffirm his place in the world after years of absence. The character of Barry Allen is made interesting and vivid to the reader, and his internal conflicts are just as engaging as the plot's central mystery. Dynamic artwork is supported by great emotional stakes and a great sense of fun, hope and optimism about the future that makes the whole thing feel triumphant. It is this story that brought my favourite hero back into the DCU, and reading the story I was reminded what made him my favourite by a story that was action-packed, fun and hugely emotional. I HIGHLY recommend to anyone looking to jump into the character's world.

Maybe not a good choice as a first foray into the Flash universe. I had absolutely no idea at all what was going on. I was ignorant at the start and every bit as flummoxed at the end. The paper is glossier than I like. The art is fabulous though.

A great origin story for The Flash and a great way to introduce new fans. Some of the plot was used in the incredibly successful Flash TV show. It is pre- new 52 so some new reader may be left scratching their heads. The art is bold and consistent but doesn't really get to the wow stage. Geoff John's writing more than capable of picking up the slack and carrying the reader along on a fun romp.

this was just a lovely book to read, i don't normally read flash comics but this was just a pleasure to read and i would definitely recommend this to those who love the flash (especially barry allen) or those who are just starting out with the flash or in general reading comics!

This is my first time reading the flash and I'm glad I chose to read The Flash: Rebirth, it is an unbelievable comic and I highly recommend it to any comic fan who hasn't read The Flash.

The return of Barry Allen. If you love Wally more than anyone then you will probably hate this but if you love Flash, then this is one of the best Flash stories ever written

What ever comic this guy touches turns to gold it seems, this is a good introduction if you've been out of comics or Flash for a while, it brings in the old with the new and with a bang!Worth a read.Shipped fast as usual.Cheers!