The Walking Dead #57 – Review

By Robert Kirkman (Writer), Charlie Adlard (Pencils & Inks), and Cliff Rathburn (Gray Tones)

Some Thoughts Before The Review: I’m definitely digging what Robert Kirkman is doing with the new cast members, especially in regards to Abraham. His standoff with Rick and subsequent breakdown left me itching for more. So without further delay, allow me to just get on with the review process.

The Story: The survivors find a good place to rest for a few days near an interstate highway, and Rick suggests taking a trip to the police station he worked at to look for supplies. He eventually heads out With Carl and Abraham, and as expected the group runs into a major problem along the way.

What’s Good: Unfortunately, I can’t go into a whole lot of detail about what makes The Walking Dead #57 so effective without spoiling anything. However, I can say that the issue has a certain intensity about it that has been lacking for some time. Instead of a quiet or subdued character moment, Kirkman delivers one that hits with all the subtlety of a sledgehammer.It works brilliantly, especially considering that it plays upon a timeless question that nearly every parent must ponder at some point.

What’s Not So Good: I rarely say this, but a few panels this time around look a bit rushed. While it doesn’t really diminish the issue as a whole,  it’s noticeable enough to warrant a mention. That said, the detail is there when it absolutely counts the most, so I can’t complain too much.

Conclusion: Some way, some how The Walking Dead just keeps getting better and better. As a result, I’m quickly running out of ways to praise the series. Oh well, I’ll keep doing it as long as the quality is there. Robert Kirkman, Charlie Adlard, and Cliff Rathburn have put together a story that definitely deserves all the acclaim it can get.

Grade: B+

-Kyle Posluszny