Green Arrow / Black Canary: For Better or for Worse #[nn]
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis collection brings together the first six issues of the 2007 Green Arrow/Black Canary series, picking up where the wedding storyline left off. Written by Judd Winick with art by Cliff Chiang, the volume follows the newly married couple as they face new threats and old enemies while adjusting to their life together. It also features a backup story from the Green Arrow/Black Canary Wedding Special, setting the stage for the challenges ahead.
In "In Each Man There Is a Demon," Green Arrow faces an impossible choice when Colonel Krisp takes Black Canary hostage and forces him to assassinate the President—only to turn the tables in a moment of shocking defiance. With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, the return of the two Green Lanterns, newly healed by alien allies, sets the stage for a desperate rescue, as heroes from different corners of the universe converge in a fight that tests loyalty, morality, and the cost of redemption. Written by Denny O'Neil and illustrated by Mike Grell, with inks by Vince Colletta and colors by Liz Berube, the issue’s cover by Alex Ross captures the weight of the moment in bold, striking detail.
In Each Man There Is a Demon finds Black Canary stepping into the spotlight as she joins the JLA after arriving from Earth-2, only to confront twisted reflections of the team's greatest heroes. As the League battles these dark counterparts, she begins to uncover the strange new power surging within her—a sonic scream born from her journey between worlds.
In "The Plot to Kill Black Canary!", Green Arrow pushes Black Canary into a high-profile endorsement for a motorcycle company, turning her into a public face at a flashy car show. When the event takes a deadly turn, two masked thugs make a violent attempt on her life, turning a moment of glamour into a shocking ambush.
When Zatanna’s magic misfires, she accidentally swaps powers and personality with Black Canary—leaving Green Arrow to navigate a chaotic double life, while the real Black Canary grows suspicious of the sudden change in her partner.
In "Lure for an Assassin," Green Arrow and Black Canary go undercover to expose a shadowy government operation, while Hal Jordan's sudden illness forces John Stewart out of retirement to escort him to Oa. The mission tests their trust and skills as secrets unravel and old alliances are put to the test.
In "Terminal for a Tragedy," Green Arrow faces a brutal test when Colonel Krisp takes Black Canary hostage to force him into assassinating the President—only for the archer to turn the tables in a moment of desperate defiance. As the stakes rise, the two Green Lanterns are pulled from the edge of a neutron star by alien saviors, their fates tied to a mysterious cure that readies them for a final, pivotal return to Earth.
In "Night Olympics, Part One," Green Arrow and Black Canary patrol a city grown too quiet for their tastes, their banter sharpening as they debate whether crime has truly declined or simply changed. When a sudden arrow strikes Black Canary from the shadows, the night erupts into tension—no warning, no trace, just a single shot that shatters the calm.
In "The Hunters," Green Arrow and Black Canary settle into a new life in Seattle, where Dinah runs Sherwood Florist and Ollie embraces a more traditional Robin Hood-inspired look. As Dinah delves into uncovering a major drug operation, Green Arrow follows a trail that leads to a brutal serial killer—only to find the killer dead at the hands of Shado, whose own violent vendetta is just beginning.
In "Auld Acquaintance," New Year’s Eve sparks tension when Marianne confesses her feelings to Green Arrow, only for Dinah to catch them in a heated moment. As the night turns dangerous, a masked archer hired by the Yakuza strikes, leaving Ollie wounded—and the attacker’s identity shocks everyone. With Shado’s help, the team must unravel the truth behind the assault and confront a familiar face caught in a web of manipulation.
In "Run of the Arrow," Green Arrow’s sacrifice leaves a void, and the aftermath unfolds through the quiet moments that follow—memories, grief, and the weight of legacy. Black Canary passes on Ollie’s belongings to Connor, who uses one final arrow to mark the place where the hero’s story ends.
In "Membership Has It's Privileges / The Anatomy Lesson," Green Arrow’s return from the dead leaves the Justice League uneasy, and Batman takes it upon himself to uncover the truth—no matter how deep the investigation goes. With tension simmering and loyalty tested, the line between hero and imposter grows dangerously thin.
In "The Archer's Quest Conclusion: Fatherhood," Ollie grapples with the weight of his past as he sorts through the mementos of his old life, seeking closure while facing the uncertain promise of a future shaped by fatherhood and friendship. The story captures a quiet, heartfelt turning point as he prepares to embrace a new chapter, one defined by connection rather than legacy.
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↩ Reprints Justice League of America #75 (1969), Action Comics #428 (1973), Action Comics #434 (1974), The Joker #4 (1975), Green Lantern #94 (1977), Green Lantern #95 (1977), Detective Comics #549 (1985), Detective Comics #550 (1985), Green Arrow: The Longbow Hunters #1 (1987), Green Arrow #75 (1993), Green Arrow #101 (1995), Green Arrow #4 (2001), Green Arrow #5 (2001), Green Arrow #12 (2002), Green Arrow #21 (2003)
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