DC Universe: Last Sons

I bought this book because of Superman on the cover, I had heard of Lobo, of course, but figured Superman would be the star. Wrong. Was Grant's intention to tell a complex riveting story with some good fight scenes. Ask him. For me this served to introduce me to Lobo, a character with a complicated back story and a fun read. But then all the other books in this line serve as a way to either introduce to the casual comics reader, or update the old readers on characters. For example: Jonah Hex, Scalphnter, Bat Lash, Tempest, Arsenal, the Question, Lady Shiva... If this is a way for DC to improve the marketing of their lesser known characters, it works rather well.

I thought this was going to be a Superman novel with Martian Manhunter and Lobo guest-starring. Wrong. This is primarily a Lobo novel. There are some morbidly hilarious scenes in this book. Grant's characterization of Lobo is right on. Three days well spent on this entertaining book. Looking foward to your next novel, Mr. Grant

Got this at a local bookstore, but I thought I'd add my 2c anyways. Last Sons did resemble a Superman ep where Lobo and Superman were "targets" because of their uniqueness. However, I don't think it detracts from the entertainment value of the story. It takes a while for the action to arrive, however, I am a reader that appreciates an interesting history or build up. One aspect I enjoyed a whole lot was the abilities of Lobo's bike! :) Who knew....ah but let's not add any spoilers. Well written by and large, I only dinged a star for slight similarities to already established storylines (would have only dinged half if that were allowed). But hey...once a piece of fiction is around long enough, everything's bound to have been done right? (Simpsons did it!!!!)

The plot is basically the same concept of the ol "Main Man" 2 part episode of Superman. Yes, the one from WB. Except Martian Manhunter gets tossed into the mix. It mostly about Lobo, that is why I give it 5 stars.

DC continues to use their vast universe of characters in this story which mainly features Lobo, The Bounty Hunter. Martian Manhunter and Superman "guest star", but it is the Main Man and his healing factor (like Woverine's) that are the Main attractions here. The story is a quick read, and it's great to see that DC is following Marvel's lead by putting out quality novels.