While the plot and character arc are simple, fans of the “Shazam!” movie franchise will enjoy this expansion of the first movie, making this a solid gateway into DC graphic novels.
As an original superhero satire, this might have had some appeal, but for fans of these well-known characters, it lacks sufficient charisma, conceptual cohesion, or fresh commentary on the source material.
An interesting story with a killer boardwalk setting and strong artwork that’s tailor-made for newcomers. While the characterizations get muddled, it’s still worth a look for collections where graphic novels about magic are popular.