The best Ed Brubaker story for me is 'Gotham Central'. It was a refreshing take on the Batman world. Instead of focusing on the caped crusader all the time, it was about the police officers who had to deal with the aftermath of Batman's battles and also handle their own cases. 'Sleeper' is another excellent one. It has a great concept of an undercover agent in a world of super - villains. The moral and ethical dilemmas the character faces are really interesting. Also, 'Catwoman: When in Rome' is a great story. It gives more depth to Catwoman's character and her backstory, especially her time in Rome.
'Incognito' is a top pick. It's about a super - villain who tries to start a new life but gets dragged back into the criminal underworld. The concept is fresh and Ed Brubaker's writing really brings out the best in this unique superhero - noir hybrid story.
In 'Incognito', the main character is Zack Overkill. He's a former super - villain trying to live a normal life but is constantly pulled back into the world of crime and superheroes. He has to deal with his own inner demons as well as external threats.
I would recommend 'Sleeper' to a newbie. It has a really cool concept with an undercover agent in a world of super - villains. The story is full of twists and turns. 'Catwoman: When in Rome' is also a great pick. It gives more background to Catwoman's character. And 'Gotham Central' again because it offers a different perspective on the Gotham City world, with great character development and interesting storylines that are easy to follow for those new to Ed Brubaker's work.
Sure. 'Criminal' is a must - read. It delves deep into the seedy underbelly of society and the characters' lives are full of moral dilemmas. The art style suits the gritty stories well.
I'm not entirely sure specifically what 'co ed topless pulp fiction' refers to. It could potentially be a very niche or even an inappropriate genre. 'Pulp fiction' was a type of cheaply produced fiction often with sensational or lurid content in the past. But the 'co ed topless' part makes it seem like it might involve inappropriate or objectifying content which is not acceptable in a general or ethical context.