Resurrection #5 review

Resurrection is a sleeper gem, a well-plotted post-alien invasion tale that would be a damn shame to miss. I hope it’s getting the accolades it rightly deserves because writer Marc Guggenheim has concocted a tight story. “The Bugs”, an alien race, invaded earth, left earth and our story begins during this time. Centering on a band of survivors, Resurrection chronicles their quest to rebuild society. Over the last few issues the characters and plot have been building and growing more and more interesting.

The story unfolds in Red Lion, Pennsylvania, a rumored safe haven of humans. The survivors arrive to find a ragtag settlement with some dark secrets. Guggenheim balances a frontline approach of survival as well as a storyline on national rebuilding. In this issue, a great reveal is exposed, as Red Lion’s secrets are unveiled. I certainly did not see this one coming!

Justin Greenwood’s penciling skills are sharp. He gives Resurrection a unique style with his blocky characters and almost cartoonish attributes. With a large cast, his simplistic lines provide easy recognition of all the major players.

You know it’s a good comic when you hate to see the issue end.

4 out of 5