Sandman Overture #3 Review

Had Sandman Overture stuck to its originally intended shipping schedule, the series would be almost finished now instead of just reaching the halfway point. Unfortunately, it looks like Overture is really going to test the patience of readers by the time everything is said and done. But if this comic isn't worth waiting months and months for, what is?

Issue #2 was a significant improvement over the first, which in hindsight was a little too scattered and meandering for its own good. Neil Gaiman has honed in on the meat of his conflict now. And it's quickly developing into a story that manages to flaunt all the creativity and narrative eloquence Sandman is known for while also carving new territory and exploring new genres for the series. There are shades of Western films and The Dark Tower in this issue as Morpheus' little group grows and makes its way across a harsh landscape. Young orphan girl Hope proves to be a great addition to the cast, offering a childlike sense of awe and also helping to keep her lofty companions a bit more grounded.

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