I love the supernatural element at play in this story and how it comes through in both the plot and the visuals. Plus, she’s dealing with a sexist boss who’s trying to make her act “more appropriately feminine.â€Ī supernatural showdown? Check! It looks like a whole team of dark forces will be coming for Elena, now that her power has been exposed. The first issue hints at her fears at how others will view her relationship with a woman. Beyond the key background setting of Detroit gearing up to elect its first Black mayor, it’s clear Elena’s going to go head-to-head with social issues. Again, we definitely know it’s the 70s. Whether you lived through the 70s or only know them from media, Abbott 1973 looks exactly how you want it to look.Ī socially-conscious story? For sure. Lava lamps and typewriters and smoking in the workplace. In fact, the first issue of Abbott 1973 is really everything you want it to be.Ī nostalgia-filled period piece? You got it. So that’s how I can tell you with confidence the setup of Abbott 1973 works.) (Full disclosure: I’m one of those new fans. I appreciate that the creative team of Abbott 1973 made it easy for new fans to jump into Elena’s world. The opening pages act as a refresher for fans who already know Elena Abbott, and as a jumping off point for people new to the character. Since it’s a follow up to everything that happened in the first Abbott series though, it’s definitely the necessary kind.
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