With a huge improvement over the inaugural issue, the Tale of the Corps mini-series takes two steps in the right direction.

The first tale “Fly Away”, written by Geoff Johns, is the star of this book. Recounting the origin of Bleez of the Red Lanterns, Johns writes a short, sweet tale.  Bleez, known throughout the galaxy for her beauty, is without a man.  Her mother introduces her to a newly arrived suitor, a member of the Sinestro Corps, who won’t take no for an answer.  What causes this hottie to be filled with enough rage to become a Red Lantern?  You’ll have to read to see.

The second story “Lost Love” fills in the gaps of the Carol Ferris saga.  Carol chats with the Star Sapphire ring that wants her to accept her place as the leader of the Star Sapphires.  It’s more engaging than it sounds, making sense of her decision.  Good art accompanies Johns’ gifted writing.  The violet hues soaking these pages are very annoying.

“Blume Godhead”, the final short story, sucks.

In the words of rock legend Meatloaf, “Don’t cry baby, ‘cause two out of three ain’t bad.”

3 out of 5

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