Afterlife with Archie is the series your friends have been telling you about, and if you're not onboard already you need to be. Aguirre-Sacasa and Francavilla have combined to present an incredible story that does something fresh and incredibly exciting with the world of Archie.

Afterlife With Archie is five for five when it comes to stellar issues. The first arc ends on an interesting note and leaves you dying to see what comes next. Afterlife With Archie has passed from a surprise hit over these last few months to just an all-around solid hit.

Afterlife With Archie has been a series that has gotten a lot of people talking, but this is the issue that will have EVERYONE talking. Aguirre-Sacasa and Francavilla have begun their second arc in style, and it will be thrilling to see where it goes from here.

This review is a little more vague than usual, but it's because you deserve to go into the anthology completely fresh. Whether you've read every single issue of American Vampire or this is your first time stepping into the world, there's something here for you. I've occasionally journeyed to this corner of the Vertigo universe, but this anthology featuring a murderers' row of writers and artists make me want to go back and read it all.

This issue deserves all the praise it will undoubtedly receive. I go as far to say this is the definitive issue for the fallout surrounding Robin's death. You have Batman and Alfred completely devastated, but carrying on because they have to. Pick this one up. Easiest time I've had giving a grade in a while.

Everything Steve Niles touches is magic. Breath of Bones is a wonderful and emotional story that puts a little twist on events we already know. Niles and company have this scheduled for three issues, and I'm definitely coming along for the ride. 5/5Follow @comicbtherapy

Breath of Bones: A Tale of the Golem isn't an action story as it's billed to be, it's an emotional story that just happens to have some action. That's not a bad thing. The two issues prove it's actually a great thing. Things can end in three issues, but with each page you wish there was more.

Niles and Wachter have presented something incredible and will surely win many much deserved awards and accolades for the miniseries.

Buddy Cops is a laugh-a-minute rollercoaster ride that I want to get on again. I'm not sure it would work as an ongoing, but we definitely need to check back in on the duo every so often. Cosby and Shaner has a lot of fun with Buddy Cops, and so does the reader 5/5

Frankenstein Alive, Alive is a story fans of the dark and grim will love, though it may take some time to get your fix. Whether you hold off and wait until it's complete, or read it whenever it comes out, this is one series that demands your attention. The third time took a while, but it's still a charm.

Little Nemo Returns To Slumberland in incredible style. Shanower and company hit the ground running and live up to the buzz this series has been getting the last few months. They've also set a gold standard they'll have to live up to for what will have to come next. This is one series you're going to want to check out.

Star Trek #19 is another great character piece that gives us a look at another member of the Enterprise. The one-shot stories have all been of the highest quality, and #19 is no different. Even if you're not the biggest Star Trek fan, you'll find a fantastic story in its own right. Like I said before, IDW is making me become something of a Star Trek fan myself 5/5

Snyder and Lee lived up to the hype and then some. Superman Unchained is a great start to what looks like a big and bold story. The only drawback is the $4.99 price tag, but it's really worth it to see the innovative poster Lee has drawn. Unchained #2 has a lot to live up to.

Multiversity is two for two. Grant Morrison is proving that all of this was well worth the wait and is something that really stands out in an endless stream of comic book "events." This series can literally go anywhere, so we'll just have to keep coming back to see what happens next.

Overture is just that, a piece of music. Sandman took a while to pick up steam when it first came out, but now with the passage of time people realized how revolutionary and important it was. The good thing about Overture is that it doesn't have to try and find an audience and what it has to say is important. If Gaiman and Williams keep even half the quality of the first issue with the rest of the series, this is going to be something special.

Transformers VS. G.I. Joe #1 is a comic you can hardly explain, it's something that just has to be experienced. Scioli and Barber are absolutely crazy, but it's a great kind of crazy that makes for a comic you'll want to share with your friends. Whether you're a Transformer fan, a G.I. Joe fan, or just a fan of retro goodness, this is one for you.

Half Past Danger is all the way past amazing. Mooney knocks it out of the park with his first writing effort. The story is good and sets things up well, but the art sets it over the top. This series definitely has my attention and it should have yours as well. 5/5Follow @comicbtherapy

Half Past Danger is one of the most fun comics you will read. It's a WWII movie with a dash of Indiana Jones and the budget and action of a Michael Bay film (that should be taken as a compliment in this instance). Mooney hooked readers in with issue one, and it's been a nonstop joy ride ever since.

Half Past Danger has quickly become one of my favorite comics. There are two issues left, but I don't want it to end. Go out and pick up Half Past Danger now and thank me later.

Half Past Danger has been a consistently thrilling read month in and month out.

Hollywood Horror may be the Rocketeer's most fun adventure yet. The story is more than just a goofy, laugh-a-minute romp, but "fun" is the only way to describe this series. Langridge and J Bone have made a great Rocketeer adventure 5/5

Hollywood Horror closes out another impressive Rocketeer miniseries from IDW. Langridge and J Bone presented a thoroughly enjoyable story from beginning to end that can be described best as 'fun.' Whether you read it monthly or are waiting for the trade, this was one Rocketeer story you can't miss 4.5/5

Five Weapons is a one of the most fun books I've read in a while. Robinson has created a world with some familiar elements that he really gets to play around with. It's really an all-ages read that both adults and younger readers will enjoy 5/5

Five Weapons is one of the most colorful and fun new comics out there. With two issues left, it will be interesting to see how Robinson wraps up the story threads dangling about right now. Five Weapons is well worth picking up 4.5/5

Five Weapons is a story with a lot of heart and a lot more action. It's something fresh and different, and luckily it looks like we might be getting some more. Robinson will have a lot to live up to with whatever comes next, but I think he's up for the challenge.

It's easy to see why this story makes it into all "essential Judge Dredd" lists. It's a fantastic and action-packed prologue that shows Dredd at his best. Yes, he blasts away bad guys and scowls, but he also fights hard to save his city and ultimately serve justice.

Judge Dredd Classics is quintessential Judge Dredd purchase. Even if you've read these stories, with Kirchoff's amazing color work you'll see them in an entirely new light. Judge Dredd has gotten a lot of attention since his latest movie, and IDW is giving fans a great selection of comics to continue his adventures.

Whether you've been with Judge Dredd since the beginning or just recently, this is one you absolutely have to pick up.

I say once more, this book is called Judge Dredd Classics for a reason.

Manifest Destiny is one of the strongest debut issues I've seen in a good while. Dingess sets things up and then has the payoff come in the final few pages. Things look to be going in an interesting new direction. If you're a fan of the genre, you're going to love this one.

Manifest Destiny is a hit. The first issue set things up nicely, but the second issue puts the pedal to the metal. Historical fiction is a hard sale, but this is one book that is getting everything right so far.

It is way too early to start making best comics of the year lists, but we can safely put Manifest Destiny on the contenders list at least. As a history buff and a lover of all things weird, kooky, and slightly off kilter, I can't recommend Manifest Destiny enough.

Manifest Destiny continues to please. The story is excellent, but the art and coloring truly astounds. It's rare that all elements click so well into place this early in a run, but Manifest Destiny does it. This is a series that's delivering in the here and now but it also has a huge amount of potential.

Manifest Destiny is five for five right now. Rarely does a series start so strong out of the gate and continue to keep up the same level of quality.

Manifest Destiny ends chapter one on an incredible high and sets up some interesting things for the future. Month in and month out I give this book my highest of recommendations, and Dingess and company continue to deliver.

Manifest Destiny adjusts course and heads out into another new and unexplored piece of territory. The land was deadly, but the river may be worse. We'll have to keep reading to find out, but I don't think anyone is jumping overboard yet.

Ten Grand is a comic that blends together several different genres to great effect. Straczynski and Templesmith work together perfectly. You have a fantastic story full of great character moments made even better by the otherworldly settings.

Ten Grand started out great, but it gets better with each issue. Straczynski and Templesmith are quickly reinvigorating a genre that has taken some hits and setbacks the last several months.

Ten Grand is one of the few must read comics out there.

Pulp Friction does a rare thing in team-up comics: each character gets a great story, it makes sense why they're together, and each hero gets a pretty equal amount of time on the page. Waid balances both characters well and we start to see hints of why they may work well against one another.

This issue was well worth the wait. Waid presents a story that's just fun. From start to finish it's fast, full of action, and tense at times. Above all it's just fun to read. IDW has presented some stellar Rocketeer stories the past few years, but this one is definitely a highlight.

The Rocketeer/The Spirit Pulp Friction is a fast-paced and fun series uniting two great characters. Waid has handled the different casts well and crafted a story that makes sense, which is an accomplishments considering how some other team-up stories of late have been.

Pulp Friction has been a flat out fun ride. Waid has a great handle on both characters and gives them both plenty to do. Pulp can be gritty and pulp can be fun, but Waid has found a pretty good balance for this series. Waid and J. Bone really need to collaborate on another story for either character in the near future again, but this time from issue #1.

Codename: Action is an amazing start to what promises to be a great series. Roberson brings his Mask magic to the comic about a 60s toy. This may be the best James Bond movie not about James Bond you'll ever see.

Codename Action is a great series that gives us the espionage action of James Bond with a great pulp twist.

Codename Action is an incredibly fun book with a fast and thrilling story. Roberson combines spies and pulp heroes with ease. Overall I have to say Roberson struck gold for Dynamite again.

Codename Action is firing on all cylinders this month. Roberson delivers more of the fun and sleekness of the series in a big way with #4. If the final two issues are as good as this one, the finale will be huge.

The only negative about Codename Action #5 is that it's the final issue. With jetpacks, pulp icons, and super spies, there's nothing not to love here. I hope this is only the end for now.

Kings Watch #1 is a great appetizer for the main course to come.

Kings Watch is a thrilling read.

Kings Watch is a crossover event done right. Parker has crafted a great story that lets us know who the characters are, gives them all something to do, and presents a thrilling story. There's not a lot you can knock with this one.

Kings Watch delivers on all fronts. There's only one problem with Parker and Laming's story- it's only five issues long. Dynamite does pulp well, but these three heroes are a whole new ballgame. The wait for the finale is going to be unbearable.

Kings Watch goes out on an incredibly high note. Parker has updated the cast of characters and left them in a fantastic place for future stories. Hopefully this isn't the last we've seen of The Phantom and Mandrake. Parker is already working with Flash Gordon, so hopefully his new compatriots aren't far behind.

The 47 Ronin is a fantastic and well researched account for one of Japan's most famous stories. Richardson and Sakai have crafted something truly special. The 47 Ronin hasn't been for everyone, but if you enjoy the storytelling it has been a great ride 4/5

47 Ronin has been nothing short of phenomenal. Richardson and Sakai retell the story with respect to the original while still offering up a fresh take. It ends with a bang.

Johns writes a cracking finale. He wraps up most all of the Aquaman strings left dangling over the 25 issues and special crossover event with the Justice League. It's a fitting conclusion that puts Aquaman in a good place for incoming writer Jeff Parker and really does more to establish Aquaman as a formidable hero and top tier DC hero.

Batman Eternal is off to a fantastic start. There are a lot of detractors who are understandably leery of a weekly series, but if this is the level of quality that we'll get for 52 straight weeks, then it's worth checking out.

Monster Motors is a one-shot, but hopefully IDW decides to extend the warranty on this shiny new car. Lynch and company give classic characters an interesting twist that makes for a surprisingly good read.

Reality Check is a great comic that's about someone who writes a mediocre comic. It's a great idea pulled off exceptionally well by Brunswick. The cover gives the game away, but the story inside makes up for the spoiled reveal. Reality Check is funny, smart, emotional, and really cool. Image has another big hit on their hands.

Superman #32 kicks the new direction for Superman and his all-star creative team off in style. The main title for the Man of Steel has been a rollercoaster ride in the New 52, but this is the much needed super kick in the pants that was needed.

The Colonized is a weird, crazy, smart story that will certainly surprise you. Ryall has an interesting idea, and he gives us a great introduction. It will be interesting to see how this plays out over time. The story is fun, but I'd like to see a little more before giving it a definitive grade.

Colonized proves with each issue that it is a weird, wild, and unique story that stands apart from everything else out there. Ryall and Moss have set up a lot of stuff, and the payoff will come next month. There still seems to be a lot of story to go, but it will be interesting to see how they wrap it all up.

Colonized is a fantastic sci-fi series with plenty of laughs. It gives you serious moments, but it also serves up plenty of weird and spectacular scenes to make it a fun read. Ryall and Moss have presented something pretty special in the age of zombie oversaturation. Things end, but there are still possible storylines to pick up on. I for one really hope we get to see more Colonized.

Green Hornet from Waid and Indro was worth all the hype and then some. We get a very promising first issue that sets things up but also feels complete. If you've been waiting to hop in on a Green Hornet story with all the old school flavor, this is it 5/5

If you haven't been reading The Green Hornet, rectify that immediately. Waid has crafted a great story that has plenty of action, but is truly about Britt Reid as a character and as a man. A great story mixed with some fantastic art help breathe new life into the Hornet and makes this one you absolutely can't miss. 4.5/5Follow @comicbtherapy

Waid offers up another stunning issue. Like I said above, we've seen Britt Reid start to crack up as both the newspaper man and the vigilante, but he completely shatters this time around. It's very rare that you're completely and utterly shocked reading a story, but I have to say the two big twists in this issue took me by surprise. Indro's art and Menyz's colors are top notch as always. This issue is a little more straightforward than the previous entries with their stylish newspaper backgrounds, but we still get great characters and fantastic backgrounds. I would read this book if it was nothing but Indro drawing the city and those great retro cars. There's a chase sequence involving the Black Beauty that is especially pleasing.

Green Hornet continues to be can't miss reading. Waid continues to offer up a Green Hornet/Kato story of epic scope. I'm one of those people that it takes a while for artist shifts to take hold, but your mileage very well may vary.

Month in and month out Mark Waid continues to present compelling stories not only about the Green Hornet but Britt Reid as well.

We've had great Green Hornet stories, but this is one with some heart. Waid presents a nice sidestep before diving back into the hard-edged story we've been following. This one doesn't match up with the solicit info yet again, but that's just one of those things that may just irk me.

The Green Hornet is an incredibly enjoyable story and a great take on the character. There are a few panels that makes you raise an eyebrow, but it doesn't make this story any less solid.

Green Hornet #11 is just a fantastic comic. It takes a lot to shock comic readers nowadays, but Waid manages to do it a few times with his Green Hornet run. This issue, more than any other, should have people talking.

The Green Hornet is one of the most consistently thrilling and solid series out there. Waid has been doing some very impressive things with the Hornet, and it looks like he has a truly grand finale planned. The wait for it will be hard.

Waid and company send their Green Hornet run out in style. Everything was building up to issue #12, but the final issue is where things really break loose and gives you what you've been waiting for. While this serves as an end, hopefully it isn't THE end for Waid and the Green Horrnet.

Todd comes back funnier and fiercer than ever.

Chalk up another win for Kristensen and Perker.

Kristensen and Perker are sick and twisted men who need help, but don't get them any until they finish Todd. Month in and month out the line between humor and decency is obliterated. Todd continues to be a deep but hilarious story full of messed up characters you can't help but love.

The X-Files Conspiracy TRANSFORMERS is where things really start to click. The plot is furthered and the crossover is a fun and thrilling experience. These last two issues have really picked things up and it looks like it's pedal to the metal from here on out.

Judge Dredd Mega-City Two is a great start to what looks to be a great Dredd story. It's odd, it's flashy, and it has a really meaty story. This is one you should definitely pay attention to.

This is a bizarre story that puts Dredd in some new situations. A strong story mixed with some stellar art makes this one you don't want to miss.

Judge Dredd Mega-City Two is like no other Dredd story out there, and you can't help but love it. With only a few more issues to go, it will be interesting to see where Wolk and company take Dredd next.

Judge Dredd Mega-City Two offers up its most outrageous story yet. This is a different type of Dredd book, and this issue shows why more than any other. With one installment left, it will be incredibly interesting to see how Wolk and company put a bow on it.

Hopefully we see more of Wolk and Farinas in the Judge Dredd world. They got in and told a quick, entertaining, and funny Dredd story that shows a different side of Mega-City One's best Judge. The team leaves you wanting more, and that's actually a good thing in this case.

Ryall and Kieth trick you into thinking this is a Mars Attack story. It is a Mars Attack story in the strictest sense, but it's so much more. Those two men don't do simple. You're going to want to pay attention to this series.

Mars Attacks First Born is a different kind of Mars Attacks story. Ryall and Kieth have a very unique style when they get together, and it's working really well with this one. With two issues left to go, it will be interesting to see where they take this next.

First Born continues to be the Mars Attack story you never knew you wanted. By taking a different perspective to the invasions and making it a little closer to home than we're used to seeing, Ryall and Kieth have crafted a story that shows Mars Attacks can be more than slapstick little aliens who love destruction.

Mars Attacks First Born is a successful experiment in storytelling and expectations when it comes to the Mars Attacks property. Ryall and Kieth work magic together and this is another fantastic feather in that collaborative cap.

If you've been enjoying Judge Dredd Classics or the new Rogue Trooper series, this one is well worth picking up. Great stories and art, mixed with some fantastic coloring makes this a really great blast from the past.

Rogue Trooper Classics are well worth the price of admission. The new series from IDW and these color classics serve as a great one-two punch to get your Rogue Trooper and 2000 AD fix.

Rogue Trooper Classics continues to deliver on all fronts. These are hard-hitting sci-fi stories that 2000AD fans definitely want to get their hands on.

Rogue Trooper Classics continues to please. These are hard-hitting stories that offer up something different each and every prog. From quick stories to more multi-prog entries, there's more than enough to delight and entertain for the full 20-odd pages.

City Fall kicks things off with a burst of adrenaline. As someone who has jumped in and out of the Turtle comic, this is one you can pick up without missing a step and still be absolutely thrilled from the beginning to the cliffhanger. City Fall part 1 will take the hype to a whole new level, and I really think it can live up to it. 5/5Follow @comicbtherapy

City Fall is the most dramatic and tense Turtles story I've read in quite some time. The stakes are high and nobody feels safe. The story is a rollercoaster ride and there is no telling where it's going next.

City Fall has quickly become a can't miss event. It pulls off big and exciting things while still be accessible to new readers. You can hop in at the beginning of City Fall and keep up with the story. That's no small feat on the team's part considering how expansive of an event this is.

City Fall is proving month after month that it is the Turtles story we've all been waiting for.

City Fall continues to please.

City Fall has been consistently great, but this may be the best issue yet.

City Fall has been a spectacular event that has really shaken up the Turtles status quo. Things are changing and shifting, and the shockwaves from the fallout are going to be effecting things for a while to come. It's going to be hard top this run of issues, but I think the Turtles are in safe hands.

This is a good turning point for what comes after City Fall. This one lays out a lot of dramatic moments, but it gives you a chance to prepare for what's next. Shredder changed the Turtles physically, but now they are being challenged mentally by themselves and their family dynamic.

The new chapter of the TMNT saga gives everyone room to breathe and try to recover. There's a lot of dramatic character moments and psychological action, but neither the Turtles nor the reader is ready for another gigantic knock-down-drag-out fight just yet. It is coming though.

This is the issue where things start ramping back up again. We've had our chance to breathe, but now TMNT has put us back on our toes.

We thought this arc was giving us a chance to catch our collective breath after an explosive event, but it turns out the first few issues were just the quiet before the storm. Northampton ends with a bang and the ramifications look like they're going to play out in a big way next month.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles continues to be one of those books you have to pay attention to month in and month out. City Fall got a lot of people talking, but what comes next seems to be the main event.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles continues to be one of the most consistently impressive books out there. While this one doesn't get as plot heavy as some of the latest entries, seeing Metalhead introduced in such a big and explosive way makes this another can't miss issue.

TMNT offers up something very different and very special this month. It's a villain throw-down as we get closer to what all signs point to being a huge battle between the Turtles and Krang and/or Shredder. Waltz and company provide a nice one-off story that fits perfectly between the main event.

If you're a big fan of Cassie, Ash, or both, you're absolutely going to love this team-up. Seely's introductions get all the set-up out of the way and it looks like it's going to be hacking and chainsaw slashing action the rest of the way.

Army of Darkness vs. Hack/Slash takes a surprising and thrilling turn that leaves you hungry for the next issue. The entire event has been handled well, but the next to last installment really kicks things up in spectacular fashion for the big finale.

Army of Darkness vs. Hack/Slash is one of those rare crossovers that gives each property equal weight and still manages to tell a well-rounded story that means something. When Ash and Cassie part ways, their adventures are going to still have meaning. This isn't a one and done thing. Seeley does a great job bringing back his series while getting a really good handle on Ash.

Black Dynamite is the funkiest comic out there. This is a genre book, just like the film and TV series, aimed at a more mature audience. If this kind of thing is even remotely in your wheelhouse, I think you're going to dig it. And that ain't no jive.

Black Dynamite uses this issue to settle into the story we'll be seeing for the next two issues, and it serves as a pretty good transition on the whole. With the story now defined, it looks like it's time to have some fun.

Black Dynamite gets his groove back this month. This is a really irreverent and fun series that gives Black Dynamite fans what they want. If you're predisposed to the humor, tone, and settings of things the Black Dynamite franchise plays on, you're going to love this.

This is the best Judge Dredd story I've read in some time. You get all the stuff you'd expect in a Year One story, but you also get an amazing action-packed Judge Dredd story. Smith has truly outdone himself with this one. I take back my doubts about this one from last month. 5/5

Judge Dredd: Year One proves yet again it's a pure, unadulterated Judge Dredd story. You get your Year One elements, but overall it's a great story featuring everyone's scowling lawman. Smith and company have offered up a great new look at Dredd. They've laid out a lot of things and it will be interesting to see how they wrap it up next time.

Judge Dredd: Year One is a great Dredd story, let alone a Year One story. If you're a new Dredd fan or a longtime reader, there's something here for you. In four issues you get a top notch Dredd story that describes the character perfectly and his motivations completely.

Masks continues to amaze. There's a lot that could seem gimmicky and cheesy about a pulp hero team-up, but Robinson has crafted a brilliant story. Calero offers up his best work for the halfway point and gives me high hopes for the remainder of the event. You cannot miss Masks 5/5

Masks continues to impress. We get a lot of progression storywise with this issue, so it will be interesting to see how Roberson uses the last three issues to tie a bow on it. If you've not been reading this one, you're doing yourself a great disservice 4.5/5

Masks #6 is an example of a really good story being taken down a few pegs by some odd art choices. I'm a Calero fan, I really am, but this issue just doesn't work for me. Roberson has done some amazing things with these characters, so you still get more than your money's worth. 3.5/5

I've said it 6 other times already- Masks is a great miniseries and you should be reading it. The story has been rock solid for 7 issues now. I seriously doubt it will completely fall apart in the last issue. Masks is a can't miss event. Get ready, we only have one issue left. I'm ready! 4.5/5Follow @comicbtherapy

Masks ends on a high note. The series as a whole has had some rough moments, but it's been a very enjoyable ride. Roberson had a strong story that very much fits its pulp setting. Calero did some exciting things along the way and he deserves a lot of credit for Black Bat's vision.

Simone and company craft a really fun and clever story with a lot of substance. Simone is bringing the heat with the main Sonja series, so it's nice to have a one-shot that is just flat-out fun.

This would be a great one-shot, but it being part of Simone's larger story makes it even better.

In four issues Simone has given us one of the best Red Sonja stories in recent memory.

Red Sonja is one of the most consistently great books out there. Simone has really stripped Red Sonja back down to the essentials and made a great sword and sorcery adventure. The first arc seems like it's going to wrap up with a bang, and I cannot wait.

Gail Simone has crafted a stellar first arc that deliver on all fronts.

Simone has really done wonders with Red Sonja, and this new arc seems to be no exception. This is a quick introduction for what's coming up, but some of the humor feels a little repetitive in places. The premise of the new story is great, so I can't wait to see the next leg of Sonja's journey.

Red Sonja seems more determined than ever to follow her mission to a "T," and Simone and Geovani are having some fun in the process. Things are rolling along in a nice format, but it feels like it could use a little more spice here and there.

Red Sonja continues to be a can't miss series. This new journey the She-Devil is on allows the creative team to do something new and wild each month, and so far it's paying off very well.

Red Sonja finds a way to thrill and surprise month in and month out. Simone has really ushered in a Red Sonja renaissance and it seems like this series will continue to reach new heights.

There really aren't many more great things I can say about this series. Simone and Geovani have ushered in a golden age of Red Sonja with great story after great story. Even the stories that stumble end up being better than a lot of other things out there. So yeah, this one is good too. I'll keep reading and I know you will too.

Taylor proves he's a skilled writer and artist well beyond his years over the course of 30 odd pages. Make no mistake, this is a dark and mature book but it's something that reaches well beyond those genre labels. It's easy to see why Taylor's story got picked up by Top Cow. Get in on the ground floor of this sure to be hit.

A Voice In The Dark is a grim, gritty, and often chilling look at the dark side of human nature. This takes all the dramatics and struggle of shows like Dexter and Criminal Minds and puts it in a comic book wrapping. Taylor has really pulled readers in with the first two issues and it will be interesting to see where he takes readers from there.

A Voice in the Dark is a really dramatic and gripping story that defies labels. This is a great character series with a nice hook. It seems like we're about to dive into the recent string of murders as well as what Zoey's been doing during her 'relapse' moments.

A Voice in the Dark is still flying under a lot of people's radars, and it astounds me. This is a unique book that's well worth picking up. Taylor presents a thinking man's story full of rich characters.

A Voice In The Dark is a dramatic and heavy story that feels like a TV show in comic book form. There isn't much of The Killing Game left to play, so it will be fascinating to see where Taylor takes things.

Taylor ends his first arc in style. Things that have been built up are resolved, but a new thread is left dangling to entice readers into returning when things start back up. There are still some unanswered questions, but it looks like things are starting to become connected.

Detective Comics #19 offers enough bang to warrant the $7.99 price tag. While it doesn't feel as grand as you'd expect a 900th issue to feel, it offers more than enough extras to make it a worthy addition to your buy pile. There's a lot set up for the future of the Bat related books, so it will be interesting to see how it unfolds 4/5

As comic fans we shell out money for anniversary issues and the like all the time, but Detective Comics #27 is one you will not regret. 96 pages for the cost essentially 2 comics isn't a bad price considering everything that's included. If you're a Batman fan this is a no brainer. It's really good even if you're not a bat-maniac.

KISS Kids #1 is an all-ages book that rocks

KISS Kids proves it is more than a one-hit wonder.

KISS Kids is still a fantastic series, but it doesn't quite live up to the Halloween label it has been given.

Hold up your lighters and start chanting ‘encore,' KISS Kids goes out on a high note. Ryall and Waltz have pulled off one of a true all-ages feat with this one.

The Lone Ranger serves up another great western story. The one-shot approach gives the title a chance to do something different and fresh. Parks and Polls offer a great piece on Tonto and the results of a choice he made a long time ago 4/5

Ande Parks always pulls off solid western stories. This one is a great story that feels a lot like a one-shot. You really see the Lone Ranger stripped down and we get to see how he really is a hero even more than he is a great shot with a pistol.

Myth #2 takes an already good story to another level. The addition of the fantasy elements seem natural with the other story elements. That's a hard balance to achieve, but Loniewski pulls it off wonderfully. Myth is definitely one you should check out 4/5Follow @comicbtherapy

This is a big 54 page finale that delivers on all fronts. Myth has been a solid series, but this one throws everything it's got onto the page. There's a definite beginning, middle, and end, but there's still room for exploration and I hope we get more someday.

Ordinary does not live up to its title. This is a big book with a lot of ideas all rolled up into one story that combines to make a book that is anything but ordinary. Williams and D'Israeli have something really good on their hands, and hopefully they keep the momentum going for the big finale.

Ordinary #3 ends on a high note. Williams and D'Israeli have used three issues to tell an extraordinarily fleshed out and expansive story in a relatively short amount of time. There is room for more exploration in this world, and it would be nice to see more, but this could easily serve as an actual end. No matter which route is taken, Ordinary is something special.

Powerpuff Girls #1 is a fantastic trip down memory lane.

Little is two for two when it comes to the Powerpuff Girls. So far IDW has let loose Powerpuff Girls and Samurai Jack, and they're both fantastic. We get a fun adventure, but something big is set up with the second issue. You don't want to miss it.

The Powerpuff Girls continues to prove itself a worthy adaptation. Little has a real handle on the various characters and has laid out an interesting situation for MoJo JoJo and the girls. Hopefully we see a little more of Him's plan at work next month.

The Powerpuff Girls continues to be an all-ages smash-hit. This issue feels like a finale in a lot of ways, but there is still one important thing left to reveal. This is a great issue that wraps up a lot of story elements, but now I'm anxious to see what happens with MoJo JoJo.

Little ends his story in style. MoJo JoJo is finally brought to the forefront and his game is brought to the light and explained. Little has really set the girls up and left things in a good place for the start of the next story arc.

Charm throws the Girls up against a huge threat for once. Most of the time they fly in, throw a few punches, clean up the city, and then the day is saved. This is a little more complex and tougher mission. Things end in an interesting place that leaves you eager to see what comes next.

The Monster Isle story is a fun and fast-paced adventure that gives us a new twist on the Powerpuff Girls. Usually one monster attacks, the girls fight, the day is saved. This time we see all the monsters attack, the girls fight, they give up, and then everything else happens. Hopefully Charm takes another trip to Townsville soon.

Powerpuff Girls #9 is an all-ages comic that skews a little more toward the grownups this month with its jokes and gags, and it makes for a hilarious issue that you definitely need to check out.

The Answer! continues to raise questions, but we're starting to get a few more of what the title is about- answers. With one issue left, it will be interesting to see how Norton and Hopeless put a bow on everything 4/5

The Answer is an absolute thrill-ride. The series had you thinking you knew what was going to happen, then it did a complete 180. Hopeless and Norton have pulled off four great issues with this series, and it will be very interesting to see where it goes next. 4.5/5

The New Ghostbusters is a fresh new direction for the Ghostbusters. Yes, it won't be permanent but it's a fun story that rises above feeling like a gimmick. Burnham and Schoening get to explore more characters, although I would like to see more of the last few pages where we see how the original team's family and loved ones are coping with their month's long disappearance 4/5

The New Ghostbusters is a really fun series. It takes Ghostbusters in a fresh direction and serves up a really intriguing story. A great story with great art makes this one Ghostbusters fans have to pick up.

Ghostbusters #5 is a solid epilogue that closes up a lot of things while presenting the next story we'll be seeing with the combined Ghostbusting team.

Ghostbusters is one of the most fun books out there.

Ghostbusters continues to be one of the most consistently solid and fun books out there. Horror Days is giving us a taste of the things that go bump in the night over the course of the year end holidays, and it looks like the thing connecting them all will emerge soon.

Happy Horror Days is an enjoyable arc, but it ends without much fanfare. The abrupt end feels like it has left some unfinished business. With what we know is coming up next, this might be one that becomes stronger when the complete picture can be seen.

Mass Hysteria really hits the ground running. Burnham kicks off the celebration just right and promises a lot of crowd pleasing moments that will excite no matter how long you've been a fan of the Ghostbusters.

Mass Hysteria is shaping up to be one of the best Ghostbusters stories yet. We're in the anniversary year and there's talk of Ghostbusters 3 happening, but this is the thing you should be checking out. Next month will have a lot of people talking. I guarantee it.

Mass Hysteria continues to please. Burnham and company have been playing the long game with a lot of the more recent Ghostbuster stories and it's starting to pay off in rather exciting ways.

Mass Hysteria continues to deliver on all fronts. The creative team is firing on all cylinders and seemingly having a lot of fun doing it. That rubs off on the reader, and that always makes for a great experience. We're not done yet though. I say bring it on!

Mass Hysteria continues to be the most ambitious and fun Ghostbusters stories ever. Burnham has paid homage to the past while moving things forward in a great direction. This book will be coming to an end soon (sadly), but it looks like it will be going out in style.

Mass Hysteria takes an already great story and turns things up to 11 as we round the corner to the finish. Burnham and company have been very ambitious with this storyline, and it looks like it will pay off in a big way.

Ghostbusters goes out on an incredibly high note. Burnham and company not only end a great story arc, they end a great comic in a very fitting way that serves as a true end if this were in fact the last Ghostbuster story (and we all hope that isn't the case). Whether this is the true end or a slight rest, Burnham and company have knocked it out of the park.

Fialkov crafts a fun story that develops at breakneck speed. It's a fun ride that gives the series some kick after a few slower paced stories. A fun story with historical elements and great art makes for an intriguing Doctor Who story 4/5

Fialkov writes a fast paced action-packed Doctor Who story that uses a fan-favorite alien menace well. I'm a hard one to please when it comes to Doctor Who comics, but I really enjoyed Fialkov's adventure. With a strong script and good art, this is one even the toughest of critics will enjoy.

The first issue of a big four part story should set things up and grab your attention so you want to come back for the rest of the story. Diggle does that and does it well. He presents a fresh story that brings a new companion in and puts her at the forefront of the action. 4/5Follow @comicbtherapy

We get the story progression we need for this large four-part story. It has a big reveal you may have been able to guess, but we get more information than action this time. It's a solid issue and seems to set up bigger things for the two remaining entries.

This is easily my favorite Doctor Who story from Andy Diggle. He puts in a ton of moments that will please longtime Whovians and wraps up his yearlong arc in style.

Dead Man's Hand looks to be an incredibly fun and intriguing story mixing a lot of things that make Doctor Who so great.

This is good ol' Doctor Who at its finest.

Tony Lee pulls off a great story with a stellar 50th Anniversary Easter egg or two to boot. Dead Man's Hand has been a thrilling adventure and it looks like things are going to end with a bang. Tony Lee is a man who always gives fans' what they want.

Tony Lee caps off a stellar Doctor Who run in style. He brings things full circle and brings the IDW chapter of Who to a close while still offering a great end to his four-part story. The writer's final two pages contains a fitting speech from The Doctor about the story and it makes you realize only Tony Lee, the man who delivered some of the best IDW Doctor Who stories in the six year run, could end things in such a manner.

Flash Gordon #1 is just a flat-out great comic. Parker, Shaner, and Bellaire hit the ground running and offer up a great taste of what's in store from here on out.

Flash Gordon is just flat-out fun. Parker and company's sense of fun and excitement at making this book really rubs off on the reader and makes the entire experience a true joy. In a world of grim and gritty comics and remakes, it's nice to have a comic that's so unapologetically fun.

Flash Gordon continues to be a series you cannot miss.

Flash Gordon continues to please on all fronts. Parker and company take things back down a notch to allow for some straight space faring intrigue, but things are continuing to build in the fight against Ming. Unsurprisingly, the next leg of Gordon's journey is off to a great start.

The Krang story is a nice introduction to comic readers that may not have caught up on all the latest Turtle adventures. It's a good short primer for Krang, but it doesn't explore his origins too in-depth. If you're a lapsed reader or just a big Krang fan, this one is for you.

This is an easy bottom line to write. Whether you're a new or longtime TMNT reader, this one is a can't miss.

This may just be the most important micro-series issue yet.

Hun is another flawless entry into both the Micro-Series collection and City Fall.

Veil is a story shrouded in mystery, but this first issue guarantees that you'll be sticking around to see a larger streak of light shone into the darkness each and every month. Rucka hooks you from page 1 and Fejzula's art is a true sight to behold.

Veil is a very intriguing story that leaves you with a ton of questions. We're starting to see a little bit more of the larger picture, and it looks like Rucka has some really exciting things in store.

Veil is a giant mystery series that leaves you craving more. While Rucka's story keeps you hooked, Fejzula's art is what really keeps you coming back month in and month out.

If you're enjoying the main Magnus Robot Fighter story, you're going to love this issue. Fred Van Lente and company offer up a story that bridges the gap between two issues while offering up a surprising amount of answers and additional details that really fleshes things out.

Magnus Robot Fighter is a knock-out punch. The first issue reintroduces the character well and sets up what looks to be a very thrilling story. So far Dynamite is two for two. Gold Key is back, and it may just be better than ever.

Magnus Robot Fighter #2 is starting to set some really big things up, so it will be interesting to see where Van Lente and company go.

Magnus is a good series and it's getting better every month. We're starting to see some of the larger things in play here, and it appears that Fred Van Lente and company are taking Magnus in a great direction.

Magnus continues to punch hard. Van Lente and company have been building up Magnus and it now looks like we're starting to get into the real meat of the story. Some pieces are starting to fall into place, but there are still plenty of questions that will keep you coming back for more.

Uncanny starts out strong and shows Dynamite is doing big and exciting things with their crime line. Diggle serves up a great story that gets you excited for what's next. It feels very much like an opening scene of a big movie, but you feel more than ready to see what happens when things really get going.

Uncanny is a fast-paced thrill ride that has a hook that guarantees you'll be back for more. Diggle has two issues of set-up, so hopefully we'll get into meatier parts of the story now. Issue one blew you away and issue two keeps you entertained.

This is old school movie action at its finest.

Uncanny continues to live up to its name. This is a complex and layered story featuring some weird and wonderful powers. We don't know what the larger picture is, but you can't wait to find out.

Uncanny #6 leaves us with more questions than answers, but there's enough here that makes your return for season two a very safe bet. Uncanny has gone from brilliant to pretty good over the course of these six issues, but the end is a big explosive action sequence that leaves the story elements for later.

Buccellato has found a great angle for Black Bats new origins. He's a character that could do well with a modern twist, and so far Buccellato has succeeded. There is still a lot of mystery as to the character and the larger story, but it's still early days. At least it's a fun ride.

Black Bat #3 is another great outing in Buccellato's updated version of the Black Bat. This issue really tightens things up. It feels like we're starting to see some forward movement instead of a heavy emphasis on the origin story we saw bits and pieces of in the first outings. There's still a lot of questions left unanswered, but #3 really moves the story forward.

Buccellato's Black Bat has been a fantastic update for a great pulp hero.

It seems we've reached a turning point with The Black Bat. Things have been set up and now some of the answers are starting to come out. The action takes a backseat so we can get some more story beats, but at least the story is interesting. Black Bat has taken the character in a bold, new direction.

Black Bat #6 is the best issue yet.

Black Bat has been a good series, but this issue starts to make it a great series. Buccellato writes his strongest issue yet. From the story to the art and the colors, The Black Bat continues to prove it's a series that warrants your attention.

Black Bat is one of the most solid series out there. Buccellato has done something really unique with the character and seems to be taking things in a promising direction. The writer has made crime stories and superhero stories two great tastes that taste great together.

The Black Bat continues to deliver. Buccellato and company have really taken things to an entirely new level these last few months. What we thought we knew may not even be close to what's really going on, and I can't wait to see what happens next.

The Black Bat lost a little momentum during its absence, but Buccellato and company keep telling a dramatic story that keeps bringing you explosive surprises.

Black Bat #11 is a pulse-pounding climax to what has been an impressive series. With a huge action setpiece and a rather shocking conclusion, this is one you really can't miss.

The Black Bat ends in a very unexpected way that throws readers for a loop. It happens fast and it leaves you with a few questions, but Buccellato has really done something fresh and new with the character.

The Accelerators is a new take on a familiar genre. Porto and company present a unique story that adds some fun new twists on time travel in comics. Enough is laid out to give the reader a rough idea of what's going on, but the overall mystery will pull you in and leave you wanting more. You can click here to check out the book. 4/5Follow @comicbtherapy

Bad Ass is funny, irreverent, actin-packed, and totally lives up to its title. This is a rocking introduction to the character and it will be interesting to see where things go from here.

Bad Ass is a really fun story about a despicable character with no real redeemable qualities. Dead End isn't someone we should like at all, but we can't help wanting to see what he does next. We've got two issues left and I for one can't wait to see what insane development happens next.

This one is a little faster and a little more flashback heavy, but Bad Ass is still a really fun and funny story. With one issue left, it's going to be interesting to see what the final twist is.

Bad Ass has lived up to its name, but the ending sets a little funny. There is still a lot of room left to explore in this world, and hopefully we see that one day.

Snyder and Capullo live up to what they've been preaching about this new story. They go big and offer up a fresh and new take on the New 52 Batman. It pays homage to what came before and is chocked full of Easter Eggs, but it does something different. They start off strong and promise something great with this huge new storyline.

If you're not up to date on Brain Boy this is a perfect time to hop in. Even if you're up to date and missed the Dark Horse Present story, pick this one up.

These stories offer up three very different types of Doctor adventures and give you a little taste of what that time period was like.

Doctor Who Classics lives up to its name every month.

Mass Hysteria is shaping up to be one of the best Ghostbusters stories yet. We're in the anniversary year and there's talk of Ghostbusters 3 happening, but this is the thing you should be checking out. Next month will have a lot of people talking. I guarantee it.

Godzilla Cataclysm sets up a very interesting story with what looks to be an impressive roster of monsters. The first issue isn't quite a knock-out punch, but it provides just enough to whet the appetite and demand your attention when issue #2 rolls around.

Godzilla really lets loose this month. Bunn, Wachter, and Mowry give us want we want and a little more. The first issue was a nice enough teaser, but the second outing is where things really get going in big and exciting ways.

All of reader's doubts about a new creative team should be laid to rest with the first issue. It's not a completely perfect issue, but it is definitely a home run. Geoff Johns reinvented the wheel when it came to GL, but it looks like Venditti is a suitable heir to the throne"or power ring as it were.

Smith and Critchlow get Judge Anderson's solo adventures off to a great start. If you've been enjoying IDW's Judge Dredd but want something with a slightly different flavor, this is definitely one to check out.

Jupiter's Legacy lives up to the hype and then some. Frank Millar and Frank Quitely have made a mature story populated with interesting characters. Millar has crafted a great first issue populated with some of his signature touches. Jupiter's Legacy #1 sets up the tone of the series mostly, so it's hard to judge it just by itself. It's safe to say that it looks like Jupiter's Legacy will be one you have to read 5/5

Jupiter's Legacy #1 blow the doors off, but #2 takes it down several notches. It's still a solid and enjoyable story, it just feels more like a soap opera than exploration of the big ideas presented in the debut issue.

Justice, Inc. is off to a great start. Uslan excels at making big, explosive, and fun pulp stories dripping with nostalgia and pop culture, and it looks to be paying off so far. This is one fans will definitely want to jump aboard.

Trinity War featured a lot of stuff going on, but not a lot happening. Johns presents more action and adventure in the finale than the entire series has had as a whole. The Trinity War started off strong, stayed pretty solid, and finished decently. You do feel like it's just set-up for what's next, but at least what's next looks interesting. The story is good, but the issue earns its score mainly for the art.

Knightingail is off to a strong start on what looks to be a great story. Last time we saw the group come together, and now we're seeing them tested. It was easy to be a group when things started to look up, but now that they're getting ready to go through dark times can they stay together? I don't know, but I'll definitely come back to find out. 4/5Follow @comicbtherapy

Legenderry lives up to its title. I'm not a big fan of steampunk, but I found myself completely encapsulated by the world and designs. If you're a Green Hornet fan then this one takes on an even greater level of excitement. Willingham is truly a master of his craft, and his style of handing the story off to different iconic characters is working well so far. First we had Vampirella, this month we get the Green Hornet, and next month's character looks like it's going to be a real doozy.

Legenderry is a fun adventure that people with even the scantiest of knowledge about the various characters getting the steampunk treatment can enjoy. It's a fun story that still has a very gripping mystery at the center of it. We get a good clue as to where next month's story takes place, and I for one can't wait.

Legenderry has been a fun series that lets Willingham do what he does best, and issue #6 has a lot of fun moments, but it misses some of the flash and bang you'd expect from the issue leading up to the finale. All signs point to a massive ending, so it seems like Willingham will definitely stick the landing.

Legends of Red Sonja helps to expand the adventures of our favorite warrior in a new and exciting way. This is kind of a hybrid mini-series/anthology book that lays things out in an inventive style. If you're enjoying Simone's regular Sonja series, picking this up is a required purchase.

Red Sonja is still an enjoyable anthology story giving us different people's perspective on our heroine, but this issue doesn't seem to mesh together as well as others. There's still a great overarching story in play and I can't wait to see how it plays out.

Legends of Red Sonja continues to please. This issue really clicks together on all fronts and presents one of the strongest issues yet. The ending promises the ultimate showdown next month, and I can't wait to see how Sonja deals with the remaining Grey Riders.

Red Sonja pulls off a truly grand finale. A lot of times anthology stories like this have an ending that feels like a cop-out, but Simone and company give us a truly satisfying ending that is able to pull off a surprise. We learn what the true legend of Red Sonja is, and it's something we don't always think about when we're talking about the She-Devil with a sword.

You have to respect a publisher's attempt to make a comic accessible to all age of readers, even more so when it's a really great story. Li'L Vampi delivers on all fronts. If you've been enjoying a lot of the more off-kilter all-ages comics out there lately, this is definitely one you need to pick up.

Lee and Zlotoff have done something very few do well, adapt a TV show to the comic book medium. The two are able to adapt a very visually driven show and make it work as a comic. MacGyver still"well, MacGyver's up inventions out of household items to get out of jams, which I didn't think would translate to the page. They pulled it off, and hopefully come back for more 4/5

Rogue Troopers lets you have it with both barrels. The first issue really gets things going and peppers in the backstory and what you need to know while moving everything forward. This isn't an exposition or narrative heavy issue, but you know the world, what happened to the other Troopers, and why our main character is doing what he's doing. It checks all the first issue boxes while still giving you a great story.

Rogue Trooper continues to be a hard-hitting, sci-fi war thriller that explores a lone soldier fighting against some incredible odds. Ruckely has set up an interesting story that looks to have a few twists and turns coming up. Rogue Trooper is a summer action blockbuster/popcorn flick in comic book form.

Rogue Trooper is one of those books you can't help but love. It's an enjoyable read month in and month out with a nice mix of sci-fi storytelling in a war story wrapper.

Sheltered is a series you absolutely need to check out.

Sheltered continues to be a must-read series. Brisson and Christmas make the story even scarier by the fact that this could actually happen. There isn't anything too wild or fantastical in the series. It's a more grounded approach to an apocalyptic series. That makes it something unique and well worth your time and money.

City on the Edge of Tomorrow is the comic Star Trek fans have been waiting for. From here on out we're in fresh territory. Fans have been wanting to see what the original screenplay would look like, and thanks to the Tiptons and Woodward's realistic art, we're getting as close as possible to finally seeing it play out.

Countdown to Darkness has been a solid Star Trek book, but it doesn't feel like we're getting hints and clues about the movie it's promoting. You do have to give it credit for being a story accessible to all audiences while still giving nods to longtime fans of the series. With things in place now, hopefully Countdown to Darkness can kick it into high gear 3.5/5

Star Trek Countdown To Darkness ends on a high note. I thought it started off a little slow, but now that it's all said and done it turned out to be a surprisingly good prequel. It's hard to judge it properly until the movie is released, but IDW has delivered the rare prequel to a movie comic.

Foster's Home For Imaginary Friends breaks away from the structure the other tie-ins have been following and quickly becomes one of the more solid entries for the Super Secret Crisis War so far. All the teams make a fantastic case for being the creative team for the eventual and seemingly inevitable solo series, but Cohen and Ganucheau may have risen a few places up that wish list.

If you're a longtime TMNT fan or a new convert, these Color Classics offer up a good look at the series' origins in a new and exciting light"or color rather. If you want a quick one-shot Turtles adventure, this one is for you.

Turtles In Time isn't quite a knock-out punch, but it's an intriguing start to what looks to be one of the Turtles' wildest stories yet. With next month looking to be set in feudal Japan, you're definitely going to want to pay attention to this series.

Turtles In Time knocks it out of the park this month. After a good enough first issue, Burnham and company take it up several notches and gives us a story that hits the Turtles in a very personal place. The ending has a bittersweet touch as well.

Turtles In Time #3 is the best looking book in the series so far, and it has a pretty fun story that entertains for the full 20-odd pages. Things start tying together a little, but hopefully the series really brings it home next month.

Turtles In Time has been a fun series that ends on a rather dramatic high note. The first three issues tie together in a great way before the final page of issue 4 comes around, so it will be interesting to see how this will effect things as we move forward in the already fantastic main Turtles title.

To borrow a famous line- The Devilers had my curiosity, but now it has my attention. Fialkov has our multi-religious team clash, but he manages to avoid going for cheap story beats and character work while using it. The Devilers seems to be getting to the meat of the story so far, and you'll definitely want to see what the team serves up next.

War Cry is off to a fast-paced and explosive start. The introductory issue is a little more flash/bang than story and plot, but again, if you're read Dead Beat you'll hit the ground running. This looks like one to pay attention too.

LDB continues to impress. This issue really expands the new relationship in LDB's life. Struble and Grace have really hit their stride with the series. We're going to have to wait a while for the next issue, but it will be worth it.

The Corpse: Haunted One-Shot is a fun book that has something for all the fans of the creepy, crawly, humor.

You may say we need another zombie comic like we need a hole in our head, but The Mocking Dead proves you really do need another zombie comic without making you do the whole hole in your head thing. Fred Van Lente crafts an incredibly fun and sarcastic series that stands out in the world of walkers. This is one you absolutely need to check out.

The Mocking Dead is a hilarious send-up of everything you love about zombie stories.

The Mocking Dead delivers on its title. We get a satirical look at a lot of different things along with some real forward movement with our characters. Looking deeper into the series, it's a complex story with a lot of moving parts. We've got two more issues to go and it looks like it's going to be just as hilarious and interesting.

The Mocking Dead continues to be one of the funniest and completely insane comics out there. There's still several things to wrap up, but I for one can't wait to see how it ends.

Joe Hill's Thumbprint is an intense thriller. The first issue does everything it needs to do, but we don't have a clear picture of what's going on just yet. That's perfectly fine, because I can't wait to find out what's next.

Thumbprint is a psychological thriller that delivers on all fronts.

This is the strongest segment of Conspiracy yet. Brisson strikes a perfect balance between the two properties and gives us a fun and fast-paced story. These events are all about getting from point A to point B with every issue, and Brisson does that with a little more flair.

Zero #1 hits the ground running. Image is putting out a lot of great new series, but this one may just be the best. Each issue of Zero will feature a new artist for each new mission Zero takes on, so it will be interesting to see how that plays out and whether it will effect the book or not. Zero #1 is well worth checking out.

As a huge 2nd Doctor fan, this doesn't quite feel like a Troughton adventure. It's a fun ride, but it feels like an average story and not the huge event it should be. With Jaime relegated to a second string character, everything just feels off. The Tiptons have 9 more Doctors to go, so hopefully the others get their due diligence 3/5

I may be a hard reviewer to please when it comes to the Prisoners of Time, but this issue more than does what it should. It's a great adventure that feels like it belongs on the TV screen. The Fourth Doctor and Leela are captured perfectly. If the last eight issues are like this one, then this will turn out to be a truly epic celebration.

The Tiptons give readers a lesson of why the 6th Doctor dominated in comics. A combination of a strong script and art from the legendary John Ridgway make Prisoners in Time #6 and absolute must get. All of my previous gripes about the companions are wiped away as Peri and Frobisher get their fair share of the action. Prisoners of Time shows why Doctor Who makes for a fantastic comic.

Seeing all the classic Doctor's get their time to shine in new stories is absolutely thrilling. It is getting a big formulaic. The Sixth Doctor story broke the cycle, but it starts back up with Seven. It will be interesting to see if the final few Doctors break the chain and start making heads or tails of the larger mystery.

The Tipton's present a great "lost adventure" for the 8th Doctor that really lays more groundwork for the big reveal to come.

Prisoners of Time finally reveals the mysterious villain behind the whole thing, and it does not disappoint.

This is the issue we've been waiting for. The Doctor has pieced everything together and he has found his companions. Whether he can save them or not remains to be seen.

Prisoners of Time has been a rocky ride, but it finishes in a fun fashion. It gives you what you wanted and what you expected, but it also wraps up a really intriguing story by bringing back Adam. It hasn't been consistent and it ends in a bit of a rush, but it has had some great art.

If you're liking Captain Midnight, you're going to love Skyman. Fialkov has set up an interesting character thrown into even more interesting circumstances. Dark Horse has really done something brilliant with their new superhero comics, and this one is another feather in their hat.

Skyman is a really enjoyable series that explores some really weighty issues, but things feel really accelerated to accommodate the time allotted. Fialkov really has a great handle on the character, so there's more than enough reason to come back for more.

Skyman soars to new heights this month. The crossover we've been waiting for has finally arrived, and it works really well. This is an enjoyable series but it could use another issue or two. The pacing is fast, so there isn't a lot of time to dwell on some of the softer moments that could have made for some great scenes.

Skyman could have gone on for another issue or two, but Fialkov writes a tight story that sets a lot of things up for the future. Eric Reid is a character we need to see more of and soon.

th the faces without it feeling cheesy or too cartoony.Bottom Line: T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents is a great new start to a classic series. There have been lots of iterations of the heroes over the years, but Hester makes things feel fresh and exciting while still keeping some of the Silver Age charm. You definitely need to think about joining up with T.H.U.N.D.E.R.

T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents is a fun new introduction to some classic characters.

Hester has managed to keep what made the old stories so interesting while updating them and making it more modern.

T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents ends on a high note. Things for this section get wrapped up while things are seeded for what's coming up next. This has been a solid series so far and it looks like there's no sign of stopping.

T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents continues to be a fast-paced and thrilling book. Hester continues to flesh out the world and the characters of the organization, but the action and adventure of the missions keeps things from feeling slow. You should definitely check out the previous issues, but this is a pretty good jumping on point if you've been on the fence.

T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents goes out with a real bang. Hester and company were working the long game, but it really pays off fantastically in the end. While the last page says "The End," hopefully we haven't seen the last of The Higher United Nations Defense Enforcement Reserves.

Now that the set-up is out of the way, Super Secret Crisis War really cuts loose and becomes something fun and different from a lot of other crossover event comics. If the team keeps this level up for the remainder of the miniseries, this will quickly become something you can't miss.

Super Secret Crisis War is still a bright explosion of fun, but this month feels a little more formulaic than thrilling. We're just at the hallway point, and it looks like things are getting pretty big next month, so hopefully this is just a small stumble in an otherwise great race.

Super Secret Crisis War has been just flat out fun, and this issue is no different. A giant fight with some story development makes this a smooth ride. Simonson and company are having a lot of fun, and it translates to the reader. Bring on the next round!

Doctor Spektor is easily the most obscure of Dynamite's Gold Key characters, but Waid and company do a brilliant job of updating the good doctor and introducing him for a new age. Waid already has a hit at Dynamite with Green Hornet, and it looks like he can soon add Doctor Spektor as well.

Doctor Spektor is crazy and a little more out there this month, but the last few pages makes it worth it all. Waid has set up an interesting story that could have huge ramifications for the rest of the new Gold Key comics.

Doctor Spektor has quickly become the most important story in the new Gold Key universe. This is a series that will likely have repercussions from here on out. This issue throws it all out there, but the duel artists take some getting used to.

The Dark Judges have finally arrived, and now we get to say hello. This issue gives us the thumbnail sketch of the characters, and now Swierczynski can let them loose.

Swierczynski and company have started to lay out one of the most exciting Dredd stories yet with American Way of Death. Things are dark, gritty, serious, and violent. You don't get much better than that when it comes to Dredd.

The American Way of Death shows no signs of letting up. With only one installment left, Dredd and company are in for the biggest fight of their lives.

An America Way Of Death is a story full of big ideas, and they don't all run their course in the finale. While this issue says it's the conclusion, hopefully we get some follow-up. There are more Dark Judges now, and they need their chance to shine.

Judge Dredd #21 offers up a story that answers a few questions from last month and does it in incredible style. Pierce's Judge Death is worth the price of admission alone. Hopefully we see a lot more of the Dark Judges and Pierce bringing their nefarious adventures to life.

Judge Dredd keeps the Dark Judges story going with an intriguing new arc that raises the stakes all around. Judge Death and the other Dark Judges are down, but they're not out. It will be exciting to see what Swierczynski and company throw at us next.

Mars Attack Judge Dredd is a fun and enjoyable read that brings laughs and plenty of action.

Mars Attacks Judge Dredd is just a flat out fun story.

Mars Attack Judge Dredd is just a flat out fun book. Things are really going to get going in the finale, but the trip to the conclusions have been an interesting one.

The Crow Pestilence is a great introduction for a new miniseries with a lot of promise. Bill has a good handle on The Crow and what he can do, so now we get to see him in action.

The Crow Pestilence is starting to buck against the norm when it comes to Crow stories, so it will be very intriguing to see just how far Bill and company take it as we really get going now.

The Crow Pestilence has been a different kind of Crow story. Bill and Moss get in and tell a great story in only four issues. Salvador goes on a real journey throughout the series, and hopefully we as readers get to travel with Bill and Moss again.

Dresden fans new and old should be pretty happy with Ghoul Goblin so far. Butcher and Powers have concocted a great mystery that no one except Chicago's only wizard for hire can figure out. If you're a Dresden fan, you need to be reading this 4/5

Ghoul Goblin is a great entry into the Dresden mythology. The series as a whole has been enjoyable, but this one is probably one of the stronger issues. This seems to be the turning point where everything has come together and now it's about making sure Dresden can solve the case and protect those in danger. Things have really been turned up a notch 4/5

Ghoul Goblin uses the final few pages to really rev things up for the big finale. Ghoul Goblin has been a great entry in the Dresden mythos, and it looks like it will end on a high note. This issue serves as a recap and moves the final few pieces into place though.

The Shadow: Year One shows a lot of promise. Wagner starts to shed some light on The Shadow, and what we've seen so far is pretty good. Aside from the complaints with the dialogue, it's a solid introduction story. The Shadow is behind the scenes in this issue mostly, but hopefully there's a lot more to come 4/5

The Shadow: Year One is a great new look at one of the greatest pulp heroes ever. It gives us some details on how Lamont and Margo came together, but it's still a big mystery on how everything led up to Lamont taking on his famous alter ego. This is the way to do an origin story.

The Shadow: Year One continues to be a series that's respectful of what came before while still offering up something fresh.

The Shadow: Year One is a great story for the greatest pulp hero of all. With ten issues, it sort of feels like things aren't as tight as they could be, but you can't really complain too much about getting more Shadow. Wagner is writing a very broad and ambitious story and hopefully we start to see things tightened up a little.

The Shadow: Year One is a great Shadow story, but it feels a little draggy in places.

It's hard for a comic to pick up momentum after being delayed for any reason, but The Shadow really kicks things up a notch and starts to make up for its tardiness. The Shadow Year One #7 knocks it out of the park.

The Shadow Year One is a great bit of pulp fun, though it is somewhat of an irregular ride. With only a few issues left, it will be interesting to see how Wagner and company tie the remaining threads together.

If you're a fan of the 80s, B-movies, or over the top action stories, this is one for you. Vandroid sets things up nicely and shows a lot of promise. It looks like we're in for four more issues of fun.

Vandroid is a fun series that celebrates the glorious excess of the 80s in terms of style, action, and storytelling. The first two issues were largely setting things up, so it looks like next month will kick things up another notch or two. It will be interesting to see how this plays out.

Vandroid really shows its B-movie roots here when it comes to plot, but it's still an enjoyable ride you can't help but love. The midway point is a bit of bumpy ride, but it's one well worth taking.

Vandroid is a book you can't help but enjoy. It's big, bold, a little cheesy, and a whole lot of fun. If its action movie influences are anything to go by, we're in for a huge finale.

Vandroid has been a crazy ride that ends crazier than you could have imagined. While a few things in the five-issue run bordered on cheesy, you can't help but love the big, explosive, and excess of it all. This is an 80s movie I wouldn't mind seeing get a sequel.

Captain Midnight is an above average reintroduction to an old hero. The groundwork has been laid out, we know our character, and the evil is defined. There starts to be a little punch to the story near the conclusion, so it looks like all of the necessary work is done and the story can really take off. Captain Midnight definitely warrants a return trip, but it doesn't knock your socks off just yet.

A lot of exciting things are set up for future stories and it will be interesting to see where Williamson takes Captain Midnight next.

Captain Midnight is still flying high.

Captain Midnight starts to let us in on the secrets this month. Some of the big questions are answered but even bigger ones are raised. As we start a new section of the Captain's adventures, it looks like we're in for some thrills.

Red Team has kicked off Dynamite's crime line perfectly. We get a story with familiar elements told in a fresh and interesting way. Ennis sums things up with what's going on in the book perfectly with the no speeches rule. He tweaks the nose of other similar stories by stating the team will never start pontificating on why the criminal is starring down the barrel of a gun. Red Team #2 is another solid issue 4/5

Red Team continues to be a great crime drama told in the comic book format. This issue feels like a little bit of a downbeat compared to the first two issues, but we get a lot more character development. Things are slowed down slightly, but you can tell this is the turning point for what's to come. 3.5/5Follow @comicbtherapy

Red Team continues to show that Dynamite made a good decision by kicking off a crime line of stories. Ennis and Cermak combined to write one of the most intense and dramatic comics out there. With only a handful of issues to go, it will be interesting to see how things fall apart further.

Red Team continues to be a hard-hitting crime drama with a story only Garth Ennis could pull off.

Red Team continues to be a dramatic and complex crime story that only Garth Ennis can pull off. I've enjoyed the story so far, and things have really been set up for an exciting finale. This is one that reads pretty well monthly but will really knock people's socks off when it can be read in its entirety.

Taken as a whole, Red Team is a top notch crime drama of the likes only Garth Ennis could pull off in comic book form. The long delays have killed the bursts of momentum the series has gained toward the back half, and that undoubtedly effects the score. For that reason and that reason alone it gets a

Samurai Jack fans rejoice, Zub and Suriano have presented an excellent first issue.

Samurai Jack is a great new series. Everyone is firing on all cylinders and presenting a story that is worthy of what came before it. If we never see Jack in live-action again, we can be happy we get good stories like Threads of Time in comic book form.

Samurai Jack is a thoroughly enjoyable series that pays a lot of respect to everything that came before it. The Threads of Time is an interesting story that puts Jack in new and dangerous situations. You can see a pattern emerge with Jack's journey, but you keep reading to see how he reaches his destination.

Samurai Jack brings things full circle and tells a really fitting story for the fan-favorite character. Jack's story continues and Zub has set things up well for the next writer.

Jim Zub ends one big and dramatic storyline and starts a new one up that is just as big, but a little funnier. Zub has a great handle on the characters and he's been joined by some great artists, so Samurai Jack has been a book that consistently delivers.

Things get tied up quickly and cleanly, but Zub and company have told a fresh Samurai Jack story that did something different and executed it well.

Samurai Jack #8 is a bold story that manages to pull off something really interesting this month. Zub and company have been bringing us a comic that is a worthy successor to the original series, and this issue is definitely a highlight.

Samurai Jack #10 is a quick, but solid story that explores what really makes Samurai Jack who he is. Zub has a good handle on the character, so it will be interesting to see where Jack goes after all of these personal stories.

Samurai Jack kicks its next big story off with a surprising bang. Zub has turned in some impressive stories for this series, but this month's entry has some rather surprising consequences that should make for a great read these next couple of issues.

Samurai Jack's new story arc continues to please. A more focused issue dealing with the fallout from last month's issue leaves us with a lot of questions about where Jack goes next. Zub and company have a lot of room to play with, so it will be interesting to see how our hero rebounds

The Other Dead is a fast-paced story that pulls you in from page 1.

Things start getting crazy, and with 4 issues left there's no telling where this story will go.

The Other Dead continues to be a solid book with a lot to like. There's still a few bumps to smooth out, but it looks like the team is just gearing up for a gigantic two-part finale. The undead animals have popped up infrequently, but it looks like they are about to attack en masse.

This is the pulse-pounding issue that kicks things up a notch for the big finale. This is all action from page 1, so hopefully the story elements that have sort of been left dangling are tied together by the end.

The Other Dead is a solid series that told a story that seems to be setting something much bigger up for the next go-round. There's a lot of explosive action, but there's still some plot and story left to explore. If you've enjoyed it so far, you're definitely going to want to see what comes next.

Dynamite delivers another fantastic pulp hero team-up with Dark Nights. Uslan writes a very cinematic story and finally gets the Shadow and Green Hornet together. The ending loses some of its punch since you know what will happen on page one of next month's issue, but it's a fun ride nonetheless.

The story is solid, we get good depictions of the heroic characters, and it looks like we're in for an exciting conclusion.

The Shadow/Green Hornet has been a fun series with an old school pulp feel. Things get wrapped up rather quickly though compared to the slower pace the first few issues took.

The Squidder gets off to an intriguing start, though there are some familiar parts. Templesmith is a good artist and storyteller, so it's definitely worth returning to see just how far and how big things get. With the introduction out of the way it seems like we're going straight to the good stuff.

The Squidder is a grim and gritty story with some astounding visuals. Templesmith is building up to something huge as the story progresses, but he keeps readers entertained every step of the way.

The Squidder really sets itself apart from the competition this month. Templesmith completely blows the doors off with a dose of wild and crazy that makes the wait for the finale really difficult.

Williams crafts a fresh, yet mature, origin story for Miss Fury. There are more questions than answers, but there's enough here to entice you to come back. With an interesting story and great art, Miss Fury is one older readers need to keep an eye on 3.5/5

Miss Fury proves yet again it is a crazy and wild comic that pulls off the unexpected. The Miss Fury flavor is there, but this is a big sci-fi, time traveling story that uses the pulp setting of the character's origins. Williams has laid out some really wild things, and he's starting to polish them up now.

Miss Fury is a bold, new take on a classic pulp heroine. The story offers up big ideas and questions, and we're finally starting to see some answers.

Williams started out with a slightly confusing, but entertaining story hopping back and forth through time and closes it out by flipping over all of his cards and explaining how things played out.

The new arc starts things off in a nice direction that will put Miss Fury to the test, not only physically but emotionally as well.

Miss Fury is really firing on all cylinders now. The story is taken to the next level and it seems like our heroine is getting closer to completing her ultimate goal.

The Shadow #12 is a solid one-shot story that shows us how The Shadow deals with crime. It's one of those self-contained stories you get before a new story arc kicks off. It has a strong finish, but it doesn't go out on a high note 3/5

The Shadow #13 is a solid start for Roberson. We have an intriguing story at work with a mysterious killer who looks like a nun. You're left wanting more Shadow, but Roberson handles Lamont well enough to keep you turning the page. It's a good story that suffers a little from a few odd art choices. The next issue looks promising and I believe we'll be running along smoothly in no time. 3.5/5Follow @comicbtherapy

The Shadow has found himself facing off against a threat that is just as talented as he is. Roberson has crafted a fantastic new foil for The Shadow and really started off his run with a bang. This issue feels very cinematic and amps up the action and drama for our hero. Roberson's Shadow is a must read 4/5Follow @comicbtherapy

The Shadow with Chris Roberson has turned into a can't miss series. The Shadow has met a villain every bit his equal in The Light, and we're not sure he'll be able to pull off a victory as stylish and flawless as he is usually able to do. The stake have been raised.

Roberson has quickly turned The Shadow into a can't miss series.

Roberson has presented a great first story arc for his version of The Shadow, and it will be very exciting to see where things are once it's finished.

Roberson ends a fantastic first arc with style.

This is a good hopping on point for new readers and it looks like Roberson is setting up something very big. Until the final pages this reads largely like a one-shot. The art and coloring mix for a shaky result, but this is another enjoyable issue.

Roberson proves that not every issue has to have gun battles and explosions, sometimes you can have quieter issues of The Shadow hunting down clues. The arc started out a little slow, but Roberson starts to pull you in to the wider mystery this month. You can't help but like where things are (possibly) going.

The Shadow continues to please. Roberson is keeping things very mysterious, but we're starting to see what The Shadow's goals are. Roberson has quickly turned The Shadow into some can't miss pulp.

The Shadow went on a journey that led him in a big circle. This is a story that's very much more about the destination than the journey, but it looks like things are going to be rather explosive next month. Roberson is playing the long game with this one so we'll just have to wait and see how things unfold.

This Shadow arc has been interesting, but it doesn't quite deliver in the end. It's a stellar character study of the people The Shadow crosses paths with, but it doesn't quite have a "wow" moment.

This series should easily please Dark Shadows fans. As someone whose knowledge of Dark Shadows is based on the recent movie and a few episodes of the TV show, it seems to fit in perfectly with the latter's style. There's enough her to appease the old fans and an interesting story to draw in new readers. It's a solid first issue, but it doesn't knock your socks off. There's more than enough to warrant a return trip though.

Andreyko writes another great issue that explores Barnabas Collins and his descent into madness. The story, as I said, is a bit of a slow burn but it has really been building. Dark Shadows fans new and old really have a treat with this one. There have been three solid issues, but I'm still waiting for that one big moment to give the book a little punch.

Doctor Who The Tenth Doctor #2 is a solid Doctor Who story that fans should find plenty of things to love within. There's something about it that feels slightly odd, but it may just be the newness of it all. The Doctor is back, and it will be exciting to see where Abadzis and company take us now that the threat is defined.

Corben crafts a spooky story that may just top the Poe original. With a combination story that fits together seamlessly and some creepy artwork, this is one for Poe fans new and old. Corben has done something unique, so it will be interesting to see how the last part pays off 4/5

Corben's House of Usher was a good story, but it feels like it should have just been collected into one book. The finale happens rather quickly and doesn't feel like a full meal. It will benefit greatly if you read it all at once.

Furious explores some deep themes under the disguise of a superhero story. There's enough new ground tread in the debut issue to make sure you return.

If you're a fan of grindhouse cinema, Quentin Tarantino, and everything else you can lump into that group this one is for you.

Halo: Initiation #1 is a great introduction to a story a lot of fans have been waiting to see. The story about the Spartan-IV program leading up to Halo 4 is a fantastic story for Dark Horse to tell in their first Halo comic book installment. If you're a hardcore fan or just an average gamer, you'll love Initiation.

Li'L Bionic Kids is a fun, funny, and quick read that Bionic fans new and old will enjoy. They go by a little too quick, but they make for a great one-shot story.

Red Sonja is a hard character to adapt to a kid-friendly medium, but Zub pulls it off rather well. Sonja's hard edges are smoothed down and given a comedic edge, but you can easily see this character growing up to become the red she-devil with a sword.

Sidekick is story we've seen done before, but Straczynski has enough differences and a heck of a cliffhanger to warrant a return trip.

This is a story designed to bridge the gap between two games, but Edmondson's style with military and Special Forces stories like this make it push against the expected boundaries. It gets going like most of these things do, but it looks like we're in for a treat from here on out.

The Bionic Man Annual is a fast-paced adventure with an interesting story. As someone who is only an occasional reader of the Bionic Man title, it's pretty accessible to all readers. As with most annuals, there's a lot of good stuff but it's just a little more fast paced than you'd like 3.5/5

If you're loving The Star Wars, are a big Star Wars fan, or like to see early concept art and designs, this is one you might want to check out. It's not chocked full of detail, but it is a solid companion piece to the hit miniseries.

If Turok is any indication of the level of quality the other Gold Key series will have, then we are in for a real treat. Turok teases you more than anything, but it gives you a meaty enough story that you don't feel like things will only really get started next month. Pak and Colak work great together and I'm excited to see where they take this book.

After an explosive first issue, the second installment starts to play the human drama out a little more as we see Turok conflicted as to what he should do regarding the Crusaders taking over the tribe that abandoned him. The slight change in pace and the art changes do effect things ever so slightly.

V-Wars doesn't quite blow you away, but Maberry and company have set up a very impressive book that starts things off in style. This is a vampire book, yet it's so much more than just a vampire book. This is definitely one to keep an eye on.

Dexter Laboratory throws you in to a new adventure with the boy-genius, but it doesn't quite knock you off your feet. There's definitely enough to warrant a return trip to the lab thanks to that ending.

Dexter's Laboratory has two issues left, and it looks like that's where things will really kick in. Fridolfs has a good handle on the characters and he's setting them up for something that could do something fresh and new. For now it's still an enjoyable read though.

Dexter's Laboratory starts to have a little more fun this month. Fridolfs has given us a story that really explores Dexter's character and what he truly thinks of his sister. The finale is coming up, and it seems to be setting itself up for something major.

Dexter's Laboratory ends on a high note. Fridolfs and company tell a nice short story about Dexter and Dee Dee and their rather complicated relationship. Fans of the original series will love the big finale.

Not only is this a fantastic Annual, it's just an all-around fantastic issue of The Spider.

The Spider is still a solid bit of pulp goodness, but this issue leaves you scratching your head after seeing a few things.

The Spider continues to be a rather solid book. The Spider's storyline is interesting and we're about to get some real drama with Nita. Hopefully we haven't seen the last of The Red Hand's plan though.

The Spider really pulls you into his web as we approach the final issue. It seems The Spider is always getting set up, but this time he might not be able to escape this trap as cleanly as he has others before. A lot of things are paid off this issue but there's still a lot to go. I can wait to see how Liss brings them together.

Solar Man of the Atom hits the ground running. Barbiere and company have set up a story that pulls you in and guarantees you'll come back for more. A big story with nice art makes this one to check out.

Solar Man of the Atom has an amazing opening, but it settles back in to a standard issue after that. Barbiere has an interesting take on Solar, so it will be worth sticking around for a while just to see where things are going.

Solar Man of the Atom is a better story that is undone by inconsistent art. While each artist turns in good work, the constantly changing styles feel too jarring and distracts from what's happening in the story.

The Shadow Now has a brilliant premise, but a few of the kinks still need to be ironed out. Liss has laid out an interesting story with some update characters that show how The Shadow could fit into the modern world. Now that we're at the halfway point, hopefully things will be taken to the next level.

The Shadow Now proves that the titular hero still has a place in the modern world, but things just seem to be moving a little slow. Lamont has planned and maneuvered for four issues, so hopefully the traps are sprung and the battle truly begins in the final issues.

The Shadow Now has been building and building for months, but this issue is where things really pay off and build up what is sure to be an epic showdown between The Shadow and Khan. Liss has made a very layered story that feels like a TV show in some ways, but he still proves there's a place for The Shadow in the modern world.

Clone #8 is continues the story and offers up a few more ideas, but it feels like more of a downbeat compared with the previous issues.

Clone is still a great story, the pacing is just too quick for this particular issue. It makes everything feel fast and frantic like it's supposed to be, but you're left wanting to see a little more of certain story segments. Overall though, it is fast, fun, and action packed.

The Owl starts out well and starts to seed some interesting ideas. The Owl is a worthy entry in Dynamite's ever expanding world of new pulp stories. Krul offers up a satisfactory story and the art is good overall, but there isn't a real big punch just yet.

The Owl is a good new story for Dynamite's pulp line-up, but it feels to be moving a little too slow.

The Owl has been set up for a pulse-pounding conclusion. Things were moving a little slow, but with the penultimate issue things got moving and moving quickly. The Owl finally got its much needed kick. We'll have to see how Krull answers the remaining questions, but he delivers with this issue.

The Owl has been a good series that gives readers a great introduction to an often forgotten hero.

Doc Savage may be the Man of Bronze, but his first issue packs a punch of aluminum. Chris Roberson does pulp fantastically well, but this first issue feels like a quick one-shot before things really get rolling. Some may lament the 'men standing around and talking' heavy story though they would be wrong in that assessment. That's Doc Savage and that's pulp. It's actually much deeper than 'standing around and talking' anyway. There's enough here to warrant a return with the writer and artist getting along together really well, but there needs to be a little more bite to the story.

Doc Savage is a great piece of nostalgia, but if you're not already a big fan of the good doctor you probably won't get your fancy tickled. Roberson has crafted an intriguing story but hopefully we start to see what makes Doc such a classic hero beyond just being a smart guy who shows up in time.

Doc Savage is starting to build up to be something exciting. This issue loses that one-shot feel and finally starts to break open the character of Doc Savage.

Doc Savage is really starting to come together. The series felt like a series of one-shots in the beginning, but now things are starting to tie together and carry a little more weight. Roberson has a good handle on the characters, so it's nice to see the different decades starting to bring an overarching story together.

Doc Savage promises big developments with each finale, but so far it's just continuing to build. Hopefully it all boils over and things start coming together in the final issues. It's still an enjoyable series, but Doc Savage is the Man of Bronze with a punch of copper.

Doc Savage has really picked up and showed what has been going on for the past few months. Roberson has been playing the long game and it looks like he'll finish strong. Some may have tapped out earlier, but hopefully they'll come back in for the finale. Hopefully Roberson can really bring it home.