Flash Gordon: Kings Cross by Jeff Parker

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


This book collects Dynamite's crossover event King's Cross which brings together Flash Gordon, Mandrake the Magician, two version of the Phantom, and eventually Jungle Jim, and Prince Valiant join together to thwart Ming the Merciless' attempt to invade Earth.

The first four issues of this story are okay. It felt a bit overwhelming and busy at times but Jeff Parker is a good writer and does a good job of keeping a sense of fun throughout the adventure. The climatic issue was epic with its humor, action, and stakes.

Overall, if you enjoyed Parker's run on Flash Gordon or his work on Batman '66, or you're a fan of the classic King characters, this an action-packed thrill ride you'll enjoy. It is the third of these crossovers and there's some continuity, but most of that is pretty well explained in the story.

Disclosure: I received a free digital copy from Net Galley in exchange for an honest review.



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