DC's new Hellblazer comic isn't necessarily superior to its predecessor, but it's certain;y much more in line with the classic Vertigo series. The return to England and the presence of a few familiar faces helps give this series a comfortable "back to basics" feel. Just don't expect the same level of scale and supernatural action as Constantine: The Hellblazer.
In that regard, this issue goes over a little better than last month's Hellblazer Rebirth #1. That book's biggest sin was introducing a major challenge for Constantine involving the fate of the entire city of London, only for that dilemma to be quickly and easily resolved. This time, writer Simon Oliver opts for a smaller conflict, one that emphasizes dialogue and Constantine's relationships with characters like Chas and Swamp Thing. The interaction between Constantine and Swamp Thing is frequently a highlight, even if the latter seems to serve little purpose in terms of furthering the book's plot. More compelling are the WWI-era flashbacks that bookend this issue, but what they actually mean for the series is unclear for now.
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