Justice League Vol. 7: Justice Lost

Book excerpt: ÒJustice League continues PriestÕs excellent run on the title, bringing in big themes and handling them skillfully. ItÕs well worth a read.Ó ÑComicosity ÒItÕs going to be a big summer for DCÕs biggest superheroes.Ó ÑSyfy Wire The teamÕs greatest fan has turned into their greatest threat as he uses their secrets against themÑall in the name of getting their focus back on what matters. To accomplish his twisted goal, he cripples the Watchtower and brings the Justice League literally back to Earth! The doomed headquarters has crashed in Africa, and a fight over salvage rights turns into a humanitarian crisis. The Red Lion, ruler of a ravaged country, has hired ruthless villain Deathstroke to intervene on his behalf, and the team becomes the only thing standing in the way of a slaughter. The first Rebirth incarnation of the Justice League concludes, mixing action with human consequences as the team is forced to confront issues that canÕt be settled with superpowers. Collects Justice League #39-43, by Eisner Award-nominated writer Christopher Priest (Deathstroke) and artists Pete Woods (Robin), Ian Churchill (Teen Titans) and Philippe Briones (Aquaman).