I'm not sure since i've only read the first issue. But Star Trek Countdown the comic might help people understand the set up for the movie better.
Just wanted to point out the Enterprise 1701 was run mostly by Cadets and trainees The Wrath of Khan. The only difference is the command crew were not cadets or trainees.
Hey at least it was not the young academy kirk and friends steal the enterprise. And go out alone and fight the Romulans.
I also recommend for some amusement for those who have seen the movie to read Shatner's book the Academy for his version of the young kirk. And compare the two and imagine that book as a movie.
I think Shatner's book as a movie would have been far more ridiculous.