Lazarus #13 Review

How will Forever handle the shocking revelation? Read on to find out.

The official description from Image:

“CONCLAVE,” Part Three Surrounded by decadent luxury, the Conclave of the 16 Families continues. As new alliances are formed and old ones destroyed, Forever is dispatched by her father with an uncharacteristically straightforward mission: kill her brother, Jonah.

There are plenty of series that have me excited from time to time, but there are few that have me excited each and every month. Lazarus is most definitely one of these few series, with it’s dystopian setting, and wonderful cast of characters allowing for a thrilling tale. The current arc, Conclave, has been building upon this, with the other Lazari, and story twists being extremely gripping.

Greg Rucka really knows how to grab my attention, as though some issues prove less enticing than others, the narrative usually leaves something that grabs my interest. This is no different with this issue, as though it’s not as impressive as the first two parts of Conclave, the character development of Forever, as well as the mission she’s assigned certainly proved to excite. The diversity of the Lazari also gives a dramatic flair, with there being a wonderful atmosphere throughout.

Michael Lark has yet to disappoint when it comes to his stunning artwork, as though there’s the odd panel that is a little rough, the majority of his work is phenomenal. This remains the case with Lazarus #13, with his layouts giving a thoroughly enticing flow to the events within. He also manages to capture the shock, and emotion within the developments, with Forever being livelier than ever. Additionally Santi Arcas‘ colours once again proves sleek, giving a textured finish to Lark’s pencils and inks.

Lazarus #13 is yet another gripping instalment, as though there are times where it feels over dramatised, the thrilling developments, and emotional twists make it a thoroughly enjoyable chapter. Recommended.