Note: It's best if you read [b:Crisis on Infinite Earths|194479|Crisis on Infinite Earths|Marv Wolfman|http://d.gr-assets.com/books/1327906696s/194479.jpg|188088] and [b:Identity Crisis|26085|Identity Crisis|Brad Meltzer|http://d.gr-assets.com/books/1327948044s/26085.jpg|530148] before this story.

These are dark days for the DC universe. The Justice League is splintered by internal conflict. Luthor is forming a new, global Secret Society of Super-Villains. Rann and Thanagar are at war with each other, and the Spectre is waging war on magic itself.

There's a lot going on here...almost too much. It's not confusing, but it's a lot to keep in mind as you progress through the book. At least two of the stories seem tangential until their connections are revealed near the end.

But it's also a lot of fun.

The writing and art is mostly strong throughout. Putting Phil Jimenez on the main title was a good idea; his style is very much like that of George Perez, so there's a feeling of continuity with the first Crisis. Justiniano (on Day of Vengeance) is another favorite.

Recommended if you have a good general familiarity with the DCU and are looking for a really big epic. ( )

Probably the longest book I'll read this year. Read from about 5pm to 1:30am.

Interestingly, you actually ought to read Identity Crisis before you read this. Crisis on infinite earth from the 80s will also help set the scene for the big picture story.

I have to hand it to DC on this one, they brought in a ton of characters but didn't get to bogged down. Plus they fit this in where story matched into continuity. Marvel should take notice and create an omnibus for their crossovers with a much bigger part of the story. The artwork was pretty even and clear. ( )