The art by Gaydos is tops. He is a great storyteller in his own right. He takes the characters and gives them all personalities and its beautifully expressive. This is some great stuff. I can't wait to read this book as a whole. Read Full Review

The story continues to develop and you continue to want more. Michael Gaydos does such a great job with his art. I praise him each week. This issue I was really able to see how Bendis is developing the characters. Pushing it forward. This issue was a great addition to the story arc. Read Full Review

Michael Gaydos pushes the limits with the art in this issue and there are many great, stylized moments throughout the story. A continually compelling story. Read Full Review

This issue increased the intrigue for the reader especially the imagery created when Pearl is said to be laying on the floor in her own blood. The Pearl and Mike standoff is fierce because both characters have agency and it is unclear who will prevail at this point. While the story takes its time to develop, the payoffs are worth the wait. I highly recommend this book to fans of crime noire and stories by Brian Michael Bendis. Read Full Review

Brian Michael Bendis tells the poetic yet vague story about Pearl's full body tattoo, while Michael Gaydos delivers consistent art with a pop of color. Overall, PEARL #5 was underwhelming for this reader. Read Full Review

The narrative of Pearl is genuinely outstanding, weaving in authentically intimate character moments with larger plot threads. Read Full Review