Absolute Wonder Woman #1

9.1

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19 Reviews
8.8

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93 Reviews
Writer Kelly Thompson
Artist Hayden Sherman
Cover Price $4.99

EISNER WINNER KELLY THOMPSON AND BREAKOUT ARTIST HAYDEN SHERMAN REINVENT WONDER WOMAN FROM THE GROUND UP! Without the island paradise...without the sisterhood that shaped her...without a mission of peace...what's left is the Absolute Amazon!

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  • 10

    Gonkbonk - Javier Reyes

    Oct 23, 2024

    Absolute Wonder Woman #1 is a perfect storm of dark fantasy and superhero action. Kelly Thompson and Hayden Sherman craft a bold new take on the iconic character that feels fresh and familiar, establishing Wonder Woman as a terrifying force in DC's Absolute Universe. Read Full Review

  • 10

    AIPT - Piper Whitaker

    Oct 23, 2024

    Ultimately, Absolute Wonder Woman #1 is a strong start to an already experimental and engaging universe. Thompson and Sherman have a lot of exciting stuff lined up and I can't wait to see how it all evolves. Read Full Review

  • 10

    Geek Dad - Ray Goldfield

    Oct 23, 2024

    This is a much faster read than Absolute Batman #1, but all that did was make me want the next issue that much more. The Absolute line is a spectacular two-for-two right now bring on Superman. Read Full Review

  • 10

    But Why Tho? - William Tucker

    Oct 23, 2024

    Absolute Wonder Woman #1 forges a heart out of heavy metal. While the fundamentals of what makes Wonder Woman so iconic are there, the circumstances have been replaced. Read Full Review

  • 10

    Comic Watch - Dustin Gebel

    Oct 23, 2024

    Absolute Wonder Woman #1 is a gut-punch debut issue that transfigures the familiar beats of Wonder Woman (and Greek) Mythology. The final result is a story that feels rooted in tragedy versus triumph, from the artwork all the way through. Thompsons script cleaves through pretense for a bared tale of arrival and heartache while Shermans pencils and compositions parry those ideas into reality. Rounded out by Bellaires vibrant, evocative colors and the raw lettering choices by Carey, the ideas and images of the debut issue will linger long past its last page. Read Full Review

  • 10

    Nerd Initiative - Megan Nichole

    Oct 23, 2024

    I didn't know what to expect before reading this but knowing Kelly Thompson's work, I had high hopes. Absolute Wonder Woman #1 exceeded all of my expectations. I can't wait to see what comes next from this creative team. Read Full Review

  • 10

    Lyles Movie Files - Jeffrey Lyles

    Oct 24, 2024

    Absolute Wonder Woman #1 was a bit of a revelation. With the success of both Batman and now Wonder Woman, this Absolute Universe seems to be poised to make a major mark on DC Comics in 2025 and possibly beyond. Read Full Review

  • 10

    Super Hero Hype - Matt Morrison

    Oct 24, 2024

    Absolute Wonder Woman #1 is another solid start for the Absolute Universe. It offers an original idea while remaining true to the core concept of the character. It remains to be seen if DC Comics can maintain this momentum, but this series, at least, is wonderful. Read Full Review

  • 10

    You Don't Read Comics - Russ Bickerstaff

    Oct 26, 2024

    Thompson is taking her tie with the amount of story covered in the first issue of the series. It would have been all too easy to rush through some of the basics of Dianas origin and then dive straight into the fish-out-of-water story of a warrior from Hell in Southern California. Thompson clearly wants to ensure that shes giving the idea room to breathe before it completely dives into the adventure that is going to be consuming Dianas life. Very cool stuff. Read Full Review

  • 9.6

    SciFiPulse - Ian Cullen

    Oct 28, 2024

    Over time we see the Witch raise Diana as her own child and when she comes of age the Witch tells Diana about Apollo bringing her to hell and not wanting her to know about her heritage. Now Diana has come down to Earth on her Zombie horse named Pegasus and embraces her job of protecting the world from the worst that Hell has to offer as she looks to reclaim the word Amazon and her true heritage. Read Full Review

  • 9.5

    Comic Book Revolution - Kevin Lainez

    Oct 23, 2024

    Absolute Wonder Woman #1 is a kick ass start to what is already a must-read comic book. The chemistry Kelly Thompson, Hayden Sherman, Jordie Bellaire, and Becca Carey displayed as a creative team was phenomenal. There are so many incredible moments in this debut issue that just consistently remind you that you're reading something that is special. This is easily the best Wonder Woman has been in a long time. It's certainly a comic book to make sure to pick up as soon as possible. Read Full Review

  • 9.0

    Henchman-4-Hire - Sean Ian Mills

    Oct 26, 2024

    Another awesome first issue for Absolute DC. This one expertly combines Wonder Woman's warrior side with her compassionate side for an excellent reboot origin that delivers. Read Full Review

  • 9.0

    KPB Comics - Phillip Creary

    Mar 11, 2025

    Absolute Wonder Woman #1 delivers a thrilling and badass reimagining of the iconic hero, showcasing her core essence in a new, high-stakes setting. The issue excels in its creative reinvention of Diana, her supporting characters, and her world, complemented by dynamic art and vibrant colors. While the story effectively captures Wonder Woman's spirit, the primary drawback is its brevity, leaving readers wanting more. Overall, this debut issue successfully launches DC's Absolute Universe with a powerful and captivating Wonder Woman. Read Full Review

  • 8.7

    Major Spoilers - Stephen Schleicher

    Oct 26, 2024

    Everything is the same, but different, and this take on Wonder Woman brings magic to the forefront of her powers, while still proving that compassion and love are a vital part of any hero. Read Full Review

  • 8.7

    Graphic Policy - Logan Dalton

    Oct 27, 2024

    Absolute Wonder Woman #1 is a darker take on the iconic character that still preserves her heroic nature. Read Full Review

  • 8.5

    Weird Science - Gabe Hernandez

    Oct 24, 2024

    Absolute Wonder Woman #1presents a rougher, darker, mystical Wonder Woman, fit to fight all comers in a universe spawned by Darkseid energy. Despite the mildly annoying lack of setup in a few spots, Kelly Thompson nailed the assignment to create a Wonder Woman who's recognizable but stands wholly apart from her Earth Prime counterpart. Sadly, the material needed art with a harder, sharper edge, so the visuals don't live up to the script.8.5/10 Read Full Review

  • 8.0

    Get Your Comic On - Neil Vagg

    Oct 23, 2024

    All-in-all this is a marvellous debut for Absolute Wonder Woman. Writer Kelly Thompson balances out the character's new origin against the backdrop of a unique and high stakes fight for Gateway City. All of which is wonderfully rendered by Hayden Sherman's expressive and dynamic artwork. Read Full Review

  • 7.0

    Graphic Policy - Brett

    Oct 23, 2024

    Absolute Wonder Woman #1 isn't bad but it also never quite makes the case and hooks the reader. There's a lot of teasing as to the backstory but overall it's showing some cracks in the “Absolute” rollout. While we were teased of a world in the All In special, neither Absolute Wonder Woman #1 or Absolute Batman #1 have built off of that. Each comic feels like a standalone world and story and not a breathing world. It feels more like DC's series of Earth One graphic novels. Each was good but they never really felt like a whole new world. It's early and we'll see more of that world as each series progresses but right now Absolute Wonder Woman #1 is entertaining but doesn't bring the excitement. Read Full Review

  • 5.0

    DC Comics News - Matthew Lloyd

    Oct 23, 2024

    Absolute Wonder Woman #1 is better as a comic than a Wonder Woman comic. It really feels like this is a comic for readers who don't like the traditional Wonder Woman. Thompson has (in story) removed all the essential aspects that define Wonder Woman. That leaves Diana as a shell in this issue with a lot to be filled in. Thompson could rise to the occasion and do this, but like Absolute Batman #1, the overall concept is not that compelling. Unlike Absolute Batman, it's genuinely more interesting as a new unique character than an Elseworlds version of Wonder Woman. Read Full Review

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