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Superman (2016) (Single Issues)
Superman (2016-2018) #7
“SON OF SUPERMAN” part 7! In this epilogue issue, Superman considers the toll his battles with the Eradicator and Doomsday have taken on his family and the need for a normal life. But can the Man of Steel ever take a day off?
24 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 21, 2016
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About the author
Peter J. Tomasi
1,388 books469 followersPeter J. Tomasi is an American comic book writer, best known for his work for DC Comics, such as Batman And Robin; Superman; Super Sons; Batman: Detective Comics; Green Lantern Corps; and Superman/Wonder Woman; as well as Batman: Arkham Knight; Brightest Day; Green Lantern: Emerald Warriors; Nightwing; Black Adam, and many more.
In the course of his staff career at DC Comics, Tomasi served as a group editor and ushered in new eras for Batman, Green Lantern, and the JSA, along with a host of special projects like Kingdom Come.
He is also the author of the creator-owned titles House Of Penance with artist Ian Bertram; Light Brigade with artist Peter Snejbjerg; The Mighty with Keith Champagne and Chris Samnee; and the critically acclaimed epic graphic novel The Bridge: How The Roeblings Connected Brooklyn To New York, illustrated by Sara DuVall and published by Abrams ComicArts.
In 2018 New York Times best-selling author Tomasi received the Inkpot Award for achievement in comics.
In the course of his staff career at DC Comics, Tomasi served as a group editor and ushered in new eras for Batman, Green Lantern, and the JSA, along with a host of special projects like Kingdom Come.
He is also the author of the creator-owned titles House Of Penance with artist Ian Bertram; Light Brigade with artist Peter Snejbjerg; The Mighty with Keith Champagne and Chris Samnee; and the critically acclaimed epic graphic novel The Bridge: How The Roeblings Connected Brooklyn To New York, illustrated by Sara DuVall and published by Abrams ComicArts.
In 2018 New York Times best-selling author Tomasi received the Inkpot Award for achievement in comics.
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September 7, 2017
Yes! This is what Superman is supposed to be. Tomasi's Superman is a hero who is very uplifting and embodies hope and optimism. If somebody asks me who Superman is now (in DC Rebirth) I'd give them this issue with a smile.
The family angle of Rebirth Superman works so effectively that their voices ring true happiness in my heart. The Super family is a joy to see. These warm touches, especially at the last pages of the issue is comics sincerity at its finest.
I love how Superman #7 is self-aware of Batman's absurdity. Here, we see Supes' "optimistic brooding" over the city of Metropolis.
I highly recommend this issue my friends. You'd definitely cherish reading it.
The family angle of Rebirth Superman works so effectively that their voices ring true happiness in my heart. The Super family is a joy to see. These warm touches, especially at the last pages of the issue is comics sincerity at its finest.
I love how Superman #7 is self-aware of Batman's absurdity. Here, we see Supes' "optimistic brooding" over the city of Metropolis.I highly recommend this issue my friends. You'd definitely cherish reading it.
January 8, 2017
Definitely enjoyed this one a lot more! It's back to the family feel with Clark, Lois and Jon. They go to the Hamilton County Fair and Clark promises not to do anything super.
There's not a lot that goes on here. It's more of showing how the "Smiths" live their lives. Jon's absolutely adorable! Clark stops a small level crime and tries to hide it from Lois. It's all very cute and domestic and I loved it! I love seeing what superheroes are like when they're not fighting villains.
Also, loved the bit where Clark helps out with the other heroes and everyone says thank you except Batman. That was funny :)
There's not a lot that goes on here. It's more of showing how the "Smiths" live their lives. Jon's absolutely adorable! Clark stops a small level crime and tries to hide it from Lois. It's all very cute and domestic and I loved it! I love seeing what superheroes are like when they're not fighting villains.
Also, loved the bit where Clark helps out with the other heroes and everyone says thank you except Batman. That was funny :)
September 22, 2016
This was a really great issue! I'm honestly suprised at how much I'm enjoying this run; I've always been more of a Batman person. Anyway, this was probably my favorite issue this week.
November 26, 2016
Am I getting older? I seem to enjoy more the issues with the heroes on their down time.
October 14, 2016
This. All of it. Just keep doing this.
CHARACTER! Show me a decent character story from time to time and you'll keep me reading.
Show me an ADORABLE character story that ends in what has to be as close to a perfect final panel ever and I'll start advertising for you....
CHARACTER! Show me a decent character story from time to time and you'll keep me reading.
Show me an ADORABLE character story that ends in what has to be as close to a perfect final panel ever and I'll start advertising for you....
October 31, 2022
A great family story, but it would be better if it didn't have a cliffhanger ending.
April 6, 2017
Love this comic so much, Not much action but the characters and story is so amazing. Not to think of the graphic cause that is superb. It also has lots of hilarious parts that got me laughing so hard.
October 16, 2016
This was such an adorable issue. Loved the family vibe.
March 27, 2017
Other than the Rebirth one shot, this may be the best single issue of Rebirth, and the best thing is, it's not even action packed at all (in fact, this is great, it gives a much-needed break after an action-packed arc), it's just Superfam going on a carnival on an ordinary night. The writing is perfect, very character-driven and definitely sticking to the characteristics of all the three main characters, while showing us a side of Superman that we don't get to see often, Clark Kent, the father and husband. And Jorge Jimenez's art is just so on point, the way he draws Jon is definitely my favorite out of all the interpretations. Overall, 99/10
October 8, 2016
'Superman #7' shows another side of Superman. We know he is a superhero and a husband and father, but in this issue, he gets to take a day off from being a superhero and spend it with those he loves.
After the battles of the past few issues with Eradicator and Doomsday, Superman gets to catch his breath. And what better way to do that than a day at the fair? While the tug of being a hero can be strong, this is a day that his family needs. It's a story of family and getting the priorities right, at least for now. Can Superman have a day at peace or will duty call?
I really liked this story. The look in Jon's eyes as he looks at his dad are really great. It could have been a fluff story, but instead, at least for me, it comes across as a strong family story. It's a good way to finish the first story arc of this series and set things up going forward.
I received a review copy of this issue from DC Entertainment and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this comic book.
After the battles of the past few issues with Eradicator and Doomsday, Superman gets to catch his breath. And what better way to do that than a day at the fair? While the tug of being a hero can be strong, this is a day that his family needs. It's a story of family and getting the priorities right, at least for now. Can Superman have a day at peace or will duty call?
I really liked this story. The look in Jon's eyes as he looks at his dad are really great. It could have been a fluff story, but instead, at least for me, it comes across as a strong family story. It's a good way to finish the first story arc of this series and set things up going forward.
I received a review copy of this issue from DC Entertainment and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this comic book.
September 23, 2016
I read the comment of others reviewers and can't help myself to think, yeah great family story, but that's not what I'm paying for and wanting when I bought this Superman issues. Not action at all, just Clark living out with his family... Strange!
September 30, 2016
Kent family outing and Superman stops a robbery
October 4, 2016
Gave me a good laugh at the end. Nice step back from previous issues' action packed pages.
October 2, 2016
A nice change of pace book.A family outing for Clark,Lois,and Jon.They have earned it.
August 31, 2017
A very human story, and a very cute ending. As a family man, I enjoyed seeing this side of Big Blue!
December 29, 2017
Love downtime episode like this one.
May 1, 2018
Yeah okay this was pretty damned cute. It also has a smidge of Bats being a typical jerkface. Good times!
July 4, 2018
This bool has turned me into a Superman fan.
December 29, 2019
"I knew it!"
September 18, 2020
I cannot take the cutness of all these issues. For me, there was something in this one, particularly, that made my heart melt. Beautifully written and illustrated. Can't wait to see what comes next!
December 6, 2023
Muy buen número. Una historia autoconclusiva para salir un rato de la rutina de ver varios números ligados entre sí.
July 6, 2024
Love some wholesome Clois and Superdad content.
May 2, 2025
WHAT A GOOD ISSUE. This was adorable, I love seeing heroes be people too, and this issue was perfect. It was a fun little standalone story with lots of heart. Incredible!
March 21, 2017
I would read 500+ issues just like this one. Heartwarming and fun. Felt a bit like Smallville. And Lois' expressions on the rollercoaster!
October 1, 2016
A good 'Day in the life' of Superman's family. Not a story of him being Super. Just of him being a husband and dad.
February 1, 2017
4.2 stars
Superman does his regular rounds around Metropolis to make sure his city is safe. When he finishes that, he goes to help his Justice League friends & they are all grateful except Batman, of course.
I do not know why Superman just does not defeat all the criminals everywhere, but I guess he needs to have a life as well.
After his day of saving people, Lois, his son & him decide to go to the fair (...father-son in there cute "nerdy" classes). He promises no Superman business, but I mean he is Superman after all so he has to end up saving people. It was cute seeing Lois's reaction when she heard on the microphone that he was "Supermaning".
Also, Jon sees his friend, Kathy at the fair because her grandpa or dad entered some cow contest. Her grandpa/dad was introducing the Smiths to a doctor, who he told about Jon's fall. Like Clark, I do no like it.
I loved this issue so much because I love seeing Clark with his family. It makes my heart swell with joy. I am sad that he is a Smith instead of a Kent. Once he is always Superman... that is all that counts.
Superman does his regular rounds around Metropolis to make sure his city is safe. When he finishes that, he goes to help his Justice League friends & they are all grateful except Batman, of course.
I do not know why Superman just does not defeat all the criminals everywhere, but I guess he needs to have a life as well.
After his day of saving people, Lois, his son & him decide to go to the fair (...father-son in there cute "nerdy" classes). He promises no Superman business, but I mean he is Superman after all so he has to end up saving people. It was cute seeing Lois's reaction when she heard on the microphone that he was "Supermaning".
Also, Jon sees his friend, Kathy at the fair because her grandpa or dad entered some cow contest. Her grandpa/dad was introducing the Smiths to a doctor, who he told about Jon's fall. Like Clark, I do no like it.
I loved this issue so much because I love seeing Clark with his family. It makes my heart swell with joy. I am sad that he is a Smith instead of a Kent. Once he is always Superman... that is all that counts.
October 3, 2016
That was brilliant .
As a issue if you are looking for a long arc or something than sorry this will disappoint you but if you want entertainment than do pick it up as a pure jolly and sometime campy issue that makes you grin and enjoy the issue thoroughly by remembering of the old days of superman .
Superman takes his family to a fair and promises to enjoy the fair fully with the family and not take up the superhero duty and yet he finds out there’s trouble nearby .
Granted this issue didn’t follow up with the end of the first arc in Superman and it didn’t do much in terms of progressing the Superman story but it was as I said before reminiscent of the old days of Superman , Back when he was the Man of Steel and managed to face every villain around and then after he is done always have a smile on his face .
Back to the old days was the goal of Rebirth and Superman titles has never felt like being back to those days before this issue
As a issue if you are looking for a long arc or something than sorry this will disappoint you but if you want entertainment than do pick it up as a pure jolly and sometime campy issue that makes you grin and enjoy the issue thoroughly by remembering of the old days of superman .
Superman takes his family to a fair and promises to enjoy the fair fully with the family and not take up the superhero duty and yet he finds out there’s trouble nearby .
Granted this issue didn’t follow up with the end of the first arc in Superman and it didn’t do much in terms of progressing the Superman story but it was as I said before reminiscent of the old days of Superman , Back when he was the Man of Steel and managed to face every villain around and then after he is done always have a smile on his face .
Back to the old days was the goal of Rebirth and Superman titles has never felt like being back to those days before this issue
November 4, 2016
This was charming if pointless. Still not feeling this version of the characters and their bizarre commitment to not caring about other people. Still, it's nice to see them branching out in the smallest of ways here.
September 21, 2016
Un respiro para estar con la familia en este numero y es parte de lo que mas me gusta de esta serie de Superman, la familia. No siempre hay que estar salvando el mundo.
September 22, 2016
Great family story
I really enjoyed this. Even Superman needs some time off. That is exactly what does in this story by taking some downtime with his family.
I really enjoyed this. Even Superman needs some time off. That is exactly what does in this story by taking some downtime with his family.
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