everyone should read this!

Good work. Need to read more to have a better opinion of the series.

"Truth is the first casualty of war."

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I'm going to be honest - I've never really read Wonder Woman, because I've tried and ended up feeling overwhelmed by all the mythology. But I read on Polygon that this might be a good time for new entrants, so here I am.
I gotta say, for someone who knows only bits and pieces of WW, this is the perfect book. It reflects the confusion in my head at the same time, gets me excited for the story as well. The confusion part is slightly taking over though, and the next couple of issues will tell if I will make this a regular read.

For something that's called Rebirth, it sure has no answers and doesn't make sense unless you know or have been following the story since way before. One of the many issues I have with comics, their continuity is exasperating.

I did feel curious what the heck this is about, and want to read the prequel to this story since it seems it's needed. So in a sense it worked to intrigue me enough to peak my attention.

Rucka may not be a stranger to writing Wonder Woman, but I (unfortunately) haven't read his version of Diana until now. I've loved most of his previous work writing female leads (Batwoman, and Renee Montoya in The Question, Convergence: The Question, and Gotham Central are some of my favourite comics, period) so when I heard he'd be taking the reins for this run, I was thrilled. He's playing it smart with Rebirth, introducing audiences to a Wonder Woman who, in the midst of all the different stories and retold origins, feels like she's lost herself. She's going back to the basics, intent on figuring out who she really is.

I don't think Rucka likes the vision of Diana as the God of War any more than I do. There are enough battle-hungry bruisers in the superhero universe, and Wonder Woman is so much more than that. Gail Simone manages to balance the different layers to Diana's identity (diplomat/emissary, leader, warrior, princess, peacemaker, friend, etc.) while keeping her character compelling and full of heart. That Diana only uses violence as a last resort, and actually takes punches to prove her priority is peace. However, when there's no other option, she will take up arms, and she'll fill you with awe at her formidable brains and brawn in combat. Brian Azzarello's Diana loses the first part, and as a result, the second part loses effectiveness. There's only so much beating up a character can do before they feel flat and get boring. Rucka seems to recognize that, and I'm all for it. This is a solid start.

No complaints about the art. It switches between artists and both are good, though I prefer the first artist. The first style is closer to what you'd usually find in comics. The second is more detailed and realistic in comparison. Either way, she cuts an imposing figure.

I'm very interested in seeing where Rucka takes Wonder Woman.

The story was intriguing and it definitely had me interested while reading. Once I finished, I realized that I truly don't care about this origin story. Art work was amazing though!

Lovely art work. Liam Sharp is the boss.

I might have cried. These new DC books are destroying me.

Just starting in on Wonder Woman comics & I'm very excited to see where this one goes. I love the idea of alternating between her past in one issue & her present in the other. That way we get the full picture! Thanks to my friend Matt for getting me started in the right place!!