What you need to know: Captain America(Bucky) is on trial for crimes he committed while he was the Winter Solider.What you'll love
Steve Rogers: He may not be Cap anymore but Steve has a huge role in this arc. He's Bucky's champion, arranging for his defense on several levels. The way Steve stands by Bucky is not unexpected given who he is. Still it is welcome. There's still something noble about a good guy doing what he thinks is right.
Social Commentary: It's fitting that this book would reflect where our society is. Before Fox News and MSNBC became what they are today, cable and news networks focused in on big trials. Every quasi celebrity trial was a feeding frenzy. Brubaker captures this dynamic in this issue. If someone named Captain America really were on trial, this is probably what it would look like. More important Brubaker isn't heavy handed or biased with his commentary, he presents it and the audience decides.
Putting the pieces in place: I got the feeling that BruBaker was setting the pieces up on the chessboard in this issue. There are several threads that need to be resolved and the way he pays these off will determine how successful this arc is.
What you won't
Lack of action: It's not a problem for me. But if you like Rock em, Sock em action this is not the issue, or arc for you. Although there is some nice Falcon/Black Widow action.
Resonance: Bucky's dilemma might have been the aspect of the story that stood out least in this issue. BruBaker touches on it, but he doesn't truly explore Bucky's angst.
Bottom line: I like the direction BruBaker is going in with this arc. This is a solid read and worth picking up. It's got a nice Law and Order vibe to it.
Grade: B+
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