Superman (2016-2018) #8

Superman (2016) (Single Issues)

by Peter J. Tomasi, Patrick Gleason, John Kalisz (Illustrator)

“RETURN TO DINOSAUR ISLAND” part one! Father and Superson work on a science assignment with bizarre consequences that transports the pair along with Krypto to Dinosaur Island! Now, amid relics of World War II, Superman tries to keep Jon from the jaws of prehistoric predators! Worse, Kal-El can’t find a way to fly off the Island.

Genres: Comics, Dc Comics, Superman, Comic Book, Graphic Novels, Graphic Novels Comics

25 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 5, 2016

About the author

Peter 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.

Reviews

[Jedi JC Daquis · Rating 4 out of 5]

Superman issue 8 further explores the father-son dynamics between Clark and Jonathan as they are mysteriously stranded on an island that might be the last stand of a group of WWII soldiers vs. dinosaurs.

Yep, that is right. GIs versus dinos.

Once again, this issue is a family-centric story, with the plot acting as a device to play out interactions between Superman's family members, this time, sans Lois.

My only gripe with the previous Superman issues is the more grouded approach to our Big Blue story that the arc does not connect to the bigger DC picture. I am sensing that it might also happen here in Dino island. Perhaps, Tomasi is building up the characters first before tackling stories with a larger scope.

[Siona Adams · Rating 4 out of 5]

I wasn't expecting to like this story that much, but it was pretty fun! I just hope this isn't a four+ issue arc.

[Chelsea 🏳️‍🌈 · Rating 3 out of 5]

This seemed like more of a tribute to fallen soldiers. Still, it was good seeing Clark and Jon work together. This seems like a one and done kind of story.

[Aldo Haegemans · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed it a lot. More bond building between father and Son and Who the F dousn’t think dinosaurs are cool

[mike andrews · Rating 3 out of 5]

Jon's science project goes wrong and takes He, Superman and Krypto to an island that time forgot

[Etienne · Rating 3 out of 5]

Full of action, but nothing very good and the storyline just seem too much to me.

[Tar Buendía · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Creo que ya no estamos en el círculo polar ártico"

[Manjari · Rating 3 out of 5]

Meeeehhhh, it’s a 2.5 for me. Not really my kind of story, but it’s got nice art, and I can see why it would be appealing for many. Also a really nice dedication to Darwyn Cooke. <3

[Vijay Williams · Rating 4 out of 5]

RIP Darwyn Cooke

[Alexandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

That dog is sooo cool!

[Patrick · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ok, this was good, but not nearly as good as the last two. I see the setup and it might have a good payoff so I'm keeping my mind open.

[Wayne McCoy · Rating 4 out of 5]

'Superman #8' by Peter Tomasi and Patrick Gleason with art by Mahnke, Mendoza and Quintana is a fun story with some nostalgia and dinosaurs.

First off, the cover by Mahnke, Mendoza and Quintana is worth just taking a minute to take in. Superman and his son Jon stand between us and a menacing group of prehistoric creatures, including a T-Rex. I loved this cover.

When Jon's science fair project goes haywire, he and his dad Superman end up on a lost island. At every turn they find liv‌ing creatures who haven't been alive on Earth for a very long time. They also find the remains of a fierce battle among soldiers during World War II. There is a nice surprise cameo/tribute that I wouldn't dare spoil here, but it was a nice touch.

This is only part one of the story, which is good, because Superman fighting to stay alive against dinosaurs is a good thing. Another good thing is the dedication to Darwin Cooke who tragically lost his battle with cancer last May. This is the kind of story he would have been great at illustrating, and he is missed by many, I'm sure.

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 issue.

[Max Solis · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Losers, qué cosa más interesante es estaaaaaaaaaa. Un argumento bastante bueno.

En la Fortaleza de la Soledad, Superman y Superboy trabajan en la construcción de un platillo volador autocontrolado para la próxima feria de ciencias de Superboy. Tras un tiempo, el platillo se completa, pero se activa por sí solo y vuela hacia la computadora principal de la Fortaleza, absorbiendo algunos de sus cristales y adquiriendo una forma cúbica. El cubo falla y envuelve a Superman, Superboy y Krypto en una extraña luz.

Al desaparecer la luz, los tres se encuentran varados en una isla misteriosa. El cubo vuela hacia el mar y Superman intenta atraparlo antes de ser devorado repentinamente por un pez gigante. Afortunadamente, Superman logra escapar causándole una leve lesión cardíaca con su superfuerza. Los héroes exploran la isla y encuentran equipo de la Segunda Guerra Mundial. Esto significa que están varados en una isla del Pacífico.

[Paul · Rating 4 out of 5]

The first part of a two-part tribute to the late and great Darwyn Cooke. Cooke was extremely influential over the years as a writer and illustrator and Dinosaur Island was something he worked on. Tomasi and Gleason wanted to pay tribute to the great Cooke with this Superman comic. It was pretty cool, old school style storytelling, with new-school art. Pterodactyls attacking Superman, Jon, and Krypto the dog. Jon can get hurt, so there is a sense of danger on this island that they come to. They find out that there were military men that found themselves on the island during WWII. The issue was amazing just for the fight in the air with the pterodactyls and Krypto attacking them.

[Marlene · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.7 stars

Superman is helping Jon with his science project. All of a sudden, Jon's project "comes to life" & transports Superman, Jon & Krypto to another island.. dinosaur island... I am assuming. Jon's science project is the only way that they can get back home, but they are having trouble finding it. They have to fend off some attacks from dino-birds & dino-fish. Jon forgets that he cannot fly when trying to attack the dino-birds.

Superman ends up finding a cave with writings on the wall from people who died.

I really did not care care for this story & they need to get their behinds back to earth.

[Patrick · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this issue. If you've been wanting to see superman and his son punch out dinosaurs, this is the comic for you!
This reminded me of a comic from the 60s or 70s honestly. But that's not a bad thing really.

That last page. Nice tie-in.

I received an advanced copy of this from NetGalley.com and the publisher

[Marisa Carpico · Rating 2 out of 5]

This just isn't for me. I see the point of having a character like Jon around, but I am not one of the simple-minded children this is clearly mean for. Will likely skip ahead to give the issues including Damian an chance and then decide whether to proceed.

[John · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read this type of storyline in other titles but it never really worked.However in this issue it worked beautifully and exotic setting for The Man Of Steel and his son.

[Brendan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting story beat after the last issues in the series. I'm hoping this won't be like some silly 50s through back arc but even if it is and it's good, I'm down for that.

[Ahmed Gamal · Rating 3 out of 5]

An interesting story. It was pretty fun with some new concepts.

[Jose Granados · Rating 3 out of 5]

Un corta historia de aventura entre Superman y su hijo en una isla prehistórica

[Youssef Almkari · Rating 3 out of 5]

Clark and Jon get transported to dinosaur island by Jon's school project.