I recently reviewed Superman #701 for CBR and, in the process, wrote the following sentences: "After the short prologue in last month’s Superman #700, the J. Michael Straczynski-penned 'Grounded' begins this week with Superman beginning his walk across America by stopping in Philadelphia. The idea of 'Grounded' has divided a lot of fans between those that want Superman to have big, exciting adventures and those that prefer the quieter, more introspective stories. While I fall in the latter camp, it’s hard not to find parts of Superman #701 laughable in its cheesiness, right down to a premise that brings to mind Forrest Gump, complete with Superman’s lack of explanation, stating that he’s walking 'that way' and not much else."You can read the rest HERE!
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I found this issue maddeningly inconsistent. There were some great moments - I especially loved when the cop asks Superman if he would have really let the suicidal woman jump if she had chosen to, and Superman doesn't answer. But then there were eye-rolling moments, too, like Superman quoting Thoreau. I'm intrigued enough to stick around for a while and see where JMS is going, though.
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