Harrison Rawdin's Comic Reviews

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24: Legacy – Rules of Engagement #3 gets a lot right despite some minor bumps and bruises along the way. This IDW release proves the worth of the series it was based on, so much so I can't wait to read what happens next in this time jumping character growing feature.

24: Underground #2 continues to build up Jack Bauer, while illustrating how our war torn veteran ended up even more on the run than he was at the end of season eight. It can be clunky but it manages to earn a recommendation form me.

24: Underground #3 is exactly what it claims to be and that's not a bad thing. This day in the Ukraine easily earns a recommendation from me.

24: Underground #4 is another fitting entry that does what a penultimate issue needs to do: it ramps up the stakes. And in classic fashion we see our endearing icon with his back against the literary wall. Recommended.

24: Underground #5 is an immensely solid outing that succeeds more than it stumbles. And even though I wish Jack‘s relationship with Sofiya could have gotten a bit more build up the whole of this did enough to earn a recommendation.

A Voice in the Dark #1 is without a doubt different, as it cuts its way toward a recommendation.

A Voice in the Dark #2 is a must own book. I'll be honest, after the first issue I though I knew where this was going but I have to say I was pleasantly surprised. What we have in our hands is a fascinating concept that deserves a chance. Highly recommended.

I can't begin to understand why my fellow fanboys and fangirls would pass this up, as A Voice in the Dark #3 proves its worth with each passing page. The ideas earn the right to be on your pull-list. Recommended.

A Voice in the Dark #4 is a highly recommended piece of fiction that deserves a chance to win youover.

A Voice in the Dark #5 is one of my favorites this week. It's another engrossing journey into a burgeoning killers psyche and if you're not reading this than you're missing out. Highly recommended.

A Voice in the Dark #6 is a more than solid outing that proves the worth of its premise with a weighty release. This is a top quality comic book that easily comes recommended.

A Voice in the Dark #7 is simply superb entertainment at its finest. It feels like an extremely high point in the franchise that embraces its crescendo status right before this opening volume ends by its own terms. To sum up: it's not perfect but it gets so close that this is without a doubt a must own for any discerning fanboy or fangirl.

A Voice in the Dark: Get Your Gun #1 is a rock solid start to the second chapter of this likable killer's life. There are some off moments where the dialogue feels a bit rocky, butZoeycontinues to be real and worth rooting for. And that's how the creative force behind this impresses with another inviting outing. Recommended.

A Voice in the Dark: Get Your Gun #2 is a smartly written and well paced comic. It yields an experience that not only deserves an audience but earns one as it comes recommended.

Abbott #2 is a smartly crafted piece of fiction that's engaging from beginning to end. Absolutely enjoyed diving into the world as presented by this team and I can't wait to see where their murder mystery goes from here. So if you haven't checked this one out yet trust me: you should!

Abe Sapien #10 is not a proper jump on point for new readers but it is a top notch entry that impresses from the moment you crack open its pages until you reach the assured cliffhanger. It easily comes recommended.

Abe Sapien #11 will entertain and I imagine it'll cause some pain for devoted followers, who will no doubt close this entry and realize they have to wait a month for the next round. Recommended.

Abe Sapien #12 is an easy comic to grade, because the creative team has crafted something that's not perfect but it stands tall as a singular reason to checkout this title. For that reason this release is a must own.

Abe Sapien #13 is an easy comic book to review because the creative team has crafted an outing that begs for compliments. It never rises to the point where it feels like a turning point or key issue but, more often than not, it echoes with intent while continuing its consistent stride. Recommended.

Abe Sapien #14 is an easy comic book to review because it's that rare franchise which carries instant quality. Born from the shadow of B.P.R.D. and forged under its own trials this is certainly a property that deserves a spot on your pull-list. In other words this easily comes recommended.

Abe Sapien #16 is another rock solid entry in what has become one of my favorite titles to cover for UTF. With sturdy work by an intrepid creative team this jaunt comes recommend.

Abe Sapien #21 proves that it may be an era where there's Hell on Earth but there are heroes still fighting against the tide of darkness. Add in a smart but capable creative team and we're left with an outing that gives action, suspense and thrills from beginning to end. So in short when all is added together dear readers this comic book comes highly recommended.

Adam.3 #2 is an absolutely engaging piece of fiction that excels through the might of its creator. I appreciated the format decisions as I eagerly shower this title with praise and recommend it to any curious onlookers that might want to try something new.

Adam.3 #3 is another rousing entry that makes use of its time while dealing with the mid-point of its overallarc. What we have here is simply a worthwhile adventure title that easily deserves to find itself an audience.

Adam.3 #4 is the type of new age iteration of an old fashion yarn that bridges the gap between generations. As a sort of modern day high stake adventure genre we see a really solid creator do his thing with enough goodin the end to keep an audience.

Alabaster: The Good, the Bad, and the Bird #1 is a gripping start that's ready to earn a spot on your pull-list. Whether you've heard of the franchise before or not the time is now to take a chance on it because with this creative team at its back you won't regret it.

Alabaster: The Good, the Bad, and the Bird #2 is a smart and compelling comic that knows exactly what really it wants to be. The creative team has crafted something special here that easily continues to maintain its intent while growing the scope of it all.

Alice Cooper #1 surprised me. I honestly didn't think it would win me over but this particular icon with the right creative team at his back crafted a little treat for fanboys or fangirls. So do yourself a favor: don't dismiss this, go out and sample the awesome because this book comes recommended.

Aliens vs. Zombies #1 is not high brow by any stretch of the imagination, and it won't win any awards, but if you're in the market for something fun than I easily recommend this sturdy entry for you. So by all means go out and grab a copy of this book.

Aliens vs. Zombies #2 won't win any rewards but man it deserves some praise. With too many events out there and way too much seriousness it's nice to read a tale that wants to poke fun at familiar tropes without selling its audience short as this entry comes recommended.

Aliens vs. Zombies #3 is yet another good entry in a franchise that's not trying to be more than what it is. And trust me when I say: that's really not a bad thing as this outing easily comes recommended.

Aliens vs. Zombies #4 is fun plain and simple. It carries an easy to enter script with art that's bound to make fans smile and for that reason this release earns a recommendation from me. So yes by all means go out and grab up thisissue comeWednesday.

Aliens vs. Zombies #5 is an insane ride all the way to its fitting finish. The whole arc might feel like it wraps up too quickly but let's be honest if you take a step back its pace fits the previous four outings and I for one can't wait for thewhat comes next.

Aliens / Vampirella #1 is far better than it ever needed to be. Sure it can be a bit predictable but the whole of the yarn came together with good illustrations andan engaging bout of text. So much so that it left me downright giddy about the next five issues.

Aliens/Vampirella #3 is a quality romp in space that deserves a spot on your pull-list. The creative team is offering an engaging escape to madness that should sate the appetite of dedicated followers that are invested in either or both properties. In other words: run out to your local shop today to pick up this issue and the previous two, because you won't regret it!

Aliens/Vampirella #5 is an easy comic to grade because it exists as something that's downright fun. This is not highbrow entertainment or the lowest common denominator between these two franchises, as the creative team instead creates something more than those basic descriptions. Dynamite should be a happy publisher because this is one crossover they canbe proud of.

Aliens: Fire and Stone #1 is a strong start to something that could be a memorable fright fest.There are rough edges to be sure, but as a starting point there's a good deal of promise that does enough to garner attention as it earns fan support. Recommended.

Alisik #1 is fun, a bit dark and manages to carry a hint of mystery that won't re-invent the genre but will no doubt find fans for the works within its panels and pages. So by all means if you're eager to dive into a world of postmortals give this fresh title from Statix Press and Titana try!

All New Executive Assistant: Iris #1 is a really good comic that starts things off with a bang, but for fans that just wrapped up Executive Extinction it might be a bit jarring. Recommended.

All New Executive Assistant: Iris #2 is a really good follow up to a potent beginning. It may not play with the landscape left in the wake of Executive Extinction but it still earns a recommendation.

All New Executive Assistant: Iris #5 is a solid yarn that never seeks to be more than an action romp with attractive women and there's nothing wrong with that. Recommended.

All New Fathom #1 is an excellent release that's a solid starting point for eager newcomers. Recommended.

All New Fathom #2 is a quick read that doesn't break any new barriers, but the creative team nails so many excellent elements that this comic book just has to come highly recommended.

All New Fathom #4 is another strong entry to a re-invigorated franchise that more than deserves your time and attention. Recommended.

All New Fathom #5 does its thing without hampering the quality of the arc. Highly recommended.

All New Fathom #7 is a really good entry that handles the set up for next month's finale well while playing up the strength that this narrative needs. Recommended.

All New Fathom #8 ends its time well enough, as we see our heroes take a stand in a ruined city but the final moment was rushed. Even so this still has more than enough positives going for it in order to earn a recommendation from me.

All-New Fathom Vol. 6 #7 is a penultimate issue that has some downright awesome moments leading the book towards its final chapter. There's a lot going on in the aftermath of the Elite Blue Council as the shadow of government change covers the capitol of Muria and Canon takes his steps to assert his dominance. Add in some solid moments for our supporting cast plus a potent conclusion and we have a winner.

All-New Fathom Vol. 6 #8does right by its roots as the release finds a a way to keep the world spinning all the while setting things up for the next volume and its creative team. Granted the comic book does that by condensing a few key plot points but the end result is still largely the same. It clears the path of its own journey while giving fans what they want and need before we reach an end for now.

Avengers #0 proves to be a really likable starting point for a universe of heroes that really stand eager and ready to find more than a few dedicated fanboys or fangirls out there. So by all means pick this up and find out which roster deserves attention.

All-New, All-Different Avengers #6spins a good talethat entertains its audience. Add in some smart interaction plusa clearly capable creative team and the future leading towardsthe next round of engagingarcs with Earth's Mightiestlooks ratherbright.

All-New Guardians of the Galaxy #9 is a stellar outing that carries some really impressive moments, especially for the scribe. How he goes about the final few pages while offering a big tease as to what will happen next for our team is simply outstanding in every sense of the word.

All New Soulfire #1 is as a great start to something that deserves to be on your pull-list. Recommended.

All New Soulfire #2 is a comic that's a must own. Highly recommended.

All New Soulfire #5 is exactly the type of comic I hope to review for UTF. It carries a striking array of characters, solid plot and a worthwhile cliffhanger. It all adds up to a release that comes highly recommended.

All New Soulfire #6 is another excellent issue for a franchise that has survived numerous volumes. It remains a worthwhile property as it does enough of the right things in order to earn a recommendation from me.

All New Soulfire #7 nears perfection for me, but I know there's room for even more improvement. With just one issue to go I honestly can't wait to see what the creative team does to wrap this up. Highly recommended.

All New Soulfire #8 is something that's downright special as it ends this round with a promising question and renewed hope for it's cast. For that reason it rises to the occasion and earns a recommendation from me.

All-New X-Men Special #1 is an entertaining start to an arc that has a lot of potential. Kudos to the creative team as this one comes recommended.

If you are the type of comic book reader that enjoys reading about a zombie style apocalypse and you're willing to turn off your brain, then Alpha Girl #4 might just be for you. Either way this book comes recommended.

Alpha Girl #5 delivers an excellent finish, one that I hope leads directly into another mini-series as soon as possible. Recommended.

Alpha: Big Time #2 is not a perfect affair but it certainly does more than enough to earn an audience in its own right. Recommended.

Overall this was a very good comic. It was a solid continuation of this story arc and I can't wait to read how this all ends. Recommended.

Overall Amazing Spider-Man #690 is a good read that doesn't over extend itself. Despite some narrative faults this penultimate issue still comes recommended.

UltimatelyAmazing Spider-Man #691 is a very good comic that stumbles a bit on the way to its finish line, but nonetheless earns a more than solid recommendation.

Amazing Spider-Man #692 is a milestone issue that bothcommemoratesand celebratesPeter Parkerfrom start to finish. It's not perfect by any stretch of the imagination, but it gets more than enough right to warrant a recommendation.

Amazing Spider-Man #693 is a good looking issue that suffers from some minordialogue missteps. Overall the team and this simplistic arc more than earn a very solid recommendation.

Amazing Spider-Man #695 is a very good issue that will please series fans as they enter the “Danger Zone.” Recommended.

By the end of Amazing Spider-Man #696 I was slightly underwhelmed by the cliffhanger, but there were enough good moments in this issue to let it squeak by with a very light recommendation.

Amazing Spider-Man #697 is an excellent finish to this outstanding jaunt, but it's the ominous plot threads for #698 that will have fans gleefully talking and speculating. Recommended.

Regardless of how the revelation in the end makes you feel the implications of what has apparently been in the works for quite some time should make any fan want to at least tip their hat to the man behind this. And for that reason Dan Slott and this issue easily earn a recommendation.

Amazing Spider-Man #699 is a good continuation that offers moments of greatness mixed with some rather underwhelming revelations. Overall though this creative team delivers some of their best work to date, which easily nets this release a solid recommendation.

Amazing Spider-Man #699.1 might as well have been called Morbius: The Living Vampire #0.1, nonetheless it was still an incredibly engaging read that succeeded in showing off the inherent strength of this forthcoming property. Recommended.

Amazing Spider-Man #700 is simply put: the complete package. It offers a couple decent back-up features and a somber but satisfying conclusion that takes this storied franchise to some level of fruition. Recommended.

Amazing Spider-Man #1 is the full package. It carries imperfections but more important is the fact that through its charisma it never ceases to entertain. Every hand that graces the page does so with care and for that reason and many more it earns a recommendation.

Amazing Spider-Man #1.1 on face value doesn't feel like a necessary blast from the past. But even so there's enough done right to earn a recommendation.

Amazing Spider-Man #1.2 is a comic book that embraces a shaky premise but manages to come out with something worthy of its initial undertaking. In other words my fellow fanboys and fangirls: I highly recommend it.

Amazing Spider-Man #1.4 is a sturdy entry that had a slight amount of time confusion but manages to offer enough worth to keep fans engaged. Simply trust your spider sense and pick this up. Recommended.

Amazing Spider-Man #1.5 is not perfect but the creative team absolutely sticks a landing. Their lost tale carries weight with our future icon as this outing comes recommended.

Amazing Spider-Man #2 has a lot of positives going for it. Peter Parker and his supporting cast plus the wreckage left by his former enemy all add up to a recommended entry.

Amazing Spider-Man #3 does so much right as it clears a pathway towards the future while never ignoring the debris of its Superior past. In other words this outing comes highly recommended.

Amazing Spider-Man #6 is a comic book that's bound to appeal to any fanboy or fangirl that's just looking for a good time. It's a fun outing with enough narrative progression as it comes recommended.

Amazing Spider-Man #15 may not deliver every thing fans want but for what we're given there's plenty to enjoy. The team wraps up an event that was fun, engaging and worthy of investment. For that reason this release earns the right to come recommended.

Amazing Spider-Man #1 is a solid start to something that feels more right than random. With a strong team and several back-up stories meant to introduce us to the growing roster of arachnid themed titles there's no doubt in my mind that fans should give this a try.

Amazing Spider-Man: Renew Your Vows #2is what I hope to find within the landscape of Battleworld. It's a jaunt that further explores a familiar playerin a new light while not abandoning the core elements that have allowed Peter Parker to be a fan favorite all these years.

Amazing Spider-Man: Renew Your Vows #5 is astrongfinish that carriedsome corny moments but never failed to inspire. For that reason the creative team more than earns recognition and praise as this one comes recommended.

Amerikarate #6 is for mature readers looking for immature material. It's fun, silly, and action packed so if any of that sounds like something you'd like to add to your collection then I'd recommend grabbing a copy of this 80s spoof. It really does have all the necessary trimmings with genre tropes present and accounted for. It's a yarn from a creative team that's just on the hunt for their specific audience.

Angel & Faith #25 is a fitting conclusion that's not perfect but the creative team does more than enough to bring things to a proper close. Recommended.

Aphrodite IX #2will please devoted followers and should attract new readers with ease. Recommended.

Aphrodite IX #3 is another striking entry that's sure to garner the attention of both new and old readers. Highly recommended.

Aphrodite IX #5 is an excellent release that flows with the essence of what make this universe unique. If you like science fiction with more than a few moral quandaries embedded within its text than this title deserves to be on your pull-list. Highly recommended.

Aphrodite IX #6 is not perfect but it gets dangerously close to achieving a score that I rarely give out. In short: go buy this comic, you pull-list needs it. Highly recommended.

Aphrodite IX #7 is a fitting continuation that proves that it has just enough substance to make it a must-own title. Without a doubt it comes highly recommended.

Aphrodite IX #8 paints a dark future, but one that has so much going for it that you can't help but dive into the thick of it. Recommended.

Aphrodite IX #9 proves the worth of its character with a literary and visual barrage that entertains on almost every conceivable level. Highly recommended.

Aphrodite IX: The Hidden Files #1 is something that fans need to buy in order to fully understand just what's going within this shared universe. Recommended.

Aphrodite V #2 is early enough in the new volume that if you missed issue one just go out and grab this! The team delivers a welcoming issue that cements an insanely awesome mini-series which features a robotic assassin trying to be more than she is.

The Adventures of Apocalypse Al #2 is a thrilling yarn that does enough right to earn a look. Recommended.

The Adventures of Apocalypse Al #3 is an outing that does enough right to keep its audience. It stumbles but fans can still look forward to the finale with minimal disappointment. Recommended.

The Adventures of Apocalypse Al #4 is not a tour de force of emotion, but is it a highly engaging release that easily earns a recommendation from me.

Aquaman #15 is a fitting continuation of the “Throne of Atlantis” story arc and I can honestly say I can't wait to read what happens next. Recommended.

Armor Hunters #4 simply rocked! Without spoiling what happened, I'll say that I walked away from this pleased and even enthused. I don't know what comes next but here's a comic that just comes highly recommended.

Armor Hunters: Aftermath #1 is a set-up meant to give both new and old readers something to grab hold to in the wake of a recent event. It does what it needs to do as it earns a recommendation.

Armor Hunters: Harbinger #3 proves to me that Marvel and DC both need to pay attention to how these smaller companies handle events. From Zenescope to Top Cow and beyond we've seen developers take opportunities like this and run with them in a way that expands their cast but also makes tie-ins like this one worthwhile. For that reason this one comes recommended.

Army of Darknss vs. Hack/Slash #2 is a really good comic that's destined to entertain anyone who picks it up. Recommended.

Army of Darkness vs Hack/Slash #4 is a solid comic that may not be all that it can be but it does all it needs to do. Recommended.

Army of Darkness vs. Hack/Slash #6 is a much better comic book that it honestly needs to be. And it easily earns praise and recognition as it comes recommended.

Artifact One #0 does what it needs to do as the team shows off a new world while setting up a solid conflict that's as old as time. Truth vs those that are afraid of it. And I can't wait to see what Remi goes through as the Akolouth clamp down on the heretics in their midst.

This is a dialogue heavy read that succeeds in offering a solid plot with great art. AsArtifacts continues to impress it's easy to once again recommended this stellar series.

Artifacts #20 is another successful release in this phenomenal series. Recommended.

Artifacts #21 is a strong finish to aconsistentlygood narrative, and the cliffhanger is sure to get any fan excited to pick-up the next issue in this series. Recommended.

If you found the Heart Stone story arc to be a little underwhelming in comparison to the adventures featuring Tilly Grimes and Tom Judge, then Artifacts #22 is a comic book that's certainly for you. Highly recommended.

Artifacts #23 is simply a hard hitting release that offers a somber but fitting conclusion. Recommended.

Artifacts #24 is another really good issue that may not be necessarily ground breaking but it's nonetheless entertaining. Recommended.

Artifacts #25 is an exceptional release that will surely please eager fans. Highly recommended.

Artifacts #26 is a fitting conclusion to something that's been in the works since the Top Cow Rebirth began. It does suffer from some stumbles along the way, but for the most part this is exactly how this chapter needed to end. Recommended.

Artifacts #27 is a thrilling release that stumbles a bit visually but nonetheless earns a recommendation.

Artifacts #28 is a release that manages to tell an engaging jaunt that's does enough right to make the whole of the experience worthwhile. Recommended.

Artifacts #29 is an interesting comic that exists as a single jaunt that's not looking to add any new readers, as it thrives with the intention to share a good tale that needed to be told. Recommended.

Artifacts #30 is a good comic book that keeps the positive motion of the title going even if it stumbles a bit. Recommended.

Artifacts #31 is a fitting conclusion to this mini-arc. It develops a side character and leads into what should be an engrossing end to this era. Highly recommended.

What Ron Marz has done to this shared space has been simply astounding. From the driver's seat he used the initial thirteen issues to end the previous iteration of this world, only to usher in a new one filled with re-imagined dangers. As this rebirth unleashed terrors, the once event book shifted into a fitting monthly format that followed the exploits of either new or previous bearers of these ancient powers. Now, before he departs, the author makes sure to transition the book once again allowing it to ask a very important question: just where the hell is Jackie Estacado?

Artifacts #33 suffers from a few minor hiccups, but for the most part both of these talents should be commended as this work for Top Cow earns a recommendation.

Artifacts #34 is a good one and done story that doesn't change the climate of this universe but rather reinforces its key elements. Recommended.

Artifacts #35 is an entertaining entry that does a lot of things right. Even so it's not as strong as it could be and I wish only one person penciled it, but it still earns a recommendation from me nonetheless.

Artifacts #37 is an engaging and at times stunning entry that works. Even so there are detriments as the arc feels rushed but the art is without a doubt eye candy. Recommended.

Artifacts #38 is another fine example of modern storytelling. The fact that this comes from winners of the 2013 Talent Hunt is an added bonus, as they strut their creative stuff. And they do so in a way that, at times, honestly made me want to say: holy Cow! Recommended.

Artifacts #40 is a notable addition that features a lot of content for a rather minor price tag. It ends things right before 2015 comes knocking around the corner as this comic book easily comes recommended.

Ash and the Army of Darkness #1 is a strong start that honestly accomplishes exactly what it needs to. Recommended.

Aspen Universe: Decimation #1 is exactly the event fans want it to be! With the past and future at play this title is off to a stellar start with a high caliber creative team at its back. They seem more than primed to touch all the characters they can in a narrative that's strong from cover to cover. There's room for growth but man oh man it's easy to hold this up as a crossover done well and we're two issues in!

Aspen Universe: Decimation #2 is ripe with action, tension and adventure as the creative team pushes their arc forward with great haste! As they involve villains and heroes in an open war that could very well spell doom for several prominent characters while building up a crossover title that oh so needs to find a spot on your pull-list. So by all means rush out to your local comic shop and grab a copy this week.

From its first issue to this finale the book came in a pretty tight package. And Aspen Universe: Decimation #4 wraps things up in a way that doesn't feel overly fast while showing the strength of a more than worthwhile event in the process. For longtime fans we saw the return of favored characters from both Shrugged and Charismagic, but for new readers it's a welcome mat to an exciting world that's connected.

Astonishing X-Men #3dives deep into one of our main characters while keeping its atmosphere accessible. It's a hard balancing act but thanks to the author this latest volume seems more than up to the task. There's room for improvement but the game between Charles and Farouk, with the fate of the world in the balance, plus a team of outsiders easily makes this a title worth following.

Atlas & Axis #1 is not going to be the first item you grab from your local shop this week but you totally should nab yourself a copy! This a odd but engaging ride that's just getting started so by all means, especially if you love dogs, you owe it to yourself: add this to your pull-list.

Avengers #21 is a rock solid entry that continues the relevance of Infinity, as the series that started it all begins to mine some untapped potential. Recommended.

Avengers #31 is a quality release that earns attention while forging its own destiny. I have to admit it feels slightly reminiscent of what DC Comics is currently doing but the creative team births enough originality to make my job easy. Highly recommended.

This latest issue is a solid little jaunt into the Marvel universe. Kudos to the creative team for successfully creating a bleak atmosphere and making thislatestouting a really good read. Recommended.

This is how detailed and epic an event book should be. You have a solid script, great art and a compelling enough narrative that keeps all of our heroes in a perpetual state of conflict. If you're a Marvel fan this latest issue of AVX is easy to recommend.

Avengers vs X-Men #9 further cements the successful parts of this event series whileglossingover some of its more problematic moments. The creative team succeeds in giving fans a strong issue that yields an exciting cliffhanger, and despite some minor pacing problems this book still offers more than enough good to warrant a purchase. Recommended.

Avengers vs X-Men #10 is an awesomely fun read that continues to allow this strong event series to barrel toward its finish. Recommended.

Avengers vs X-Men #11 is a wonderful release that represents the very best of this event series. Highly recommended.

Avengers vs X-Men #12 is a solid issue that finishes the established formula of the series but ultimately fails to go big in it's conclusion. In the end the superheroes argued, they fought each other, eventually found common ground and they battled to win the day. And that's about it. Despite any narrative misgivings as it relates to the event as a whole, the end product of this release still squeaks by with a light recommendation.

AVX: Consequences #1 is a good start to what looks to be a more than solid extension of the feud between the Children of the Atom and Earth's Mightiest Heroes.

AVX: Consequences #2 is a superb and emotionally charged issue that any X-Men fan should buy. Recommend.

AVX: Consequences #3 is an issue that's dripping with unnecessary fluff, but to be honest the creative team handles it well enough that you almost forget that what you're reading is circling the same ground as the previous two outings. But this comic book at the end of the day succeeds at entertaining its audience and for that reason this releasesqueaksby with a recommendation.

AVX: Consequences #4 is a lackluster continuation that explores the future of the mutant civilization with some truly mediocre scenes. It does have its moments and for that reason alone it squeaks by with a very light recommendation.

AVX: Consequences #5 is a rousing conclusion to a mini-series that has had its share of both good and bad moments, thankfully this final issue is comprised of the positive end of things. Recommended.

The latest issue of AVX: Vs is by far the best of the series. It has solid toexcellentart, complemented with a narrative that successfully elevates the quality of the issue to a point where one of the rounds yields a rather deep thought. Recommended.

AVX: Vs #5 is another good installment of the side-series and as Avengers vs X-Men wraps-up, it's nice to see both comic books start to reflect on the costs of this universespanningwar. Recommended.

Overall,AVX: Vs #6 is a good comic book that will entertain hardcore Marvel fans but not many other readers. Recommended.

B.A.R. Maid #1 may not raise the bar for period pieces or even go beyond the somewhat extenuated features of our heroines, but it carries an impact nonetheless. In short: it's sure to garner attention while generating promise for its future. Recommended.

B.A.R. Maid #3 is a romp that carries on as the cogs of war continue to turn. If you're looking for a Zenescope rendition of history than you've found it. Recommended.

B.A.R. Maid #5 is a solid tale that yields a fitting journey. It may not birth a concrete ending but while carrying inconsistencies it does do enough right to get a pass and even earn a recommendation.

B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth #115 is a really good comic that does more than enough to earn my recommendation.

B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth #116 is what a monthly book honestly needs to be. It's fun, brash, edgy, a bit dark but always entertaining as it easily comes recommended.

B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth #118 is superb entertainment so much sothat I'm honestly tempted to give ita perfect score, the only thing that holds me back is thatI know this team can do even better. Highly recommended.

B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth #119 is the type of comic that I want to review. It's smart, spunky and always keeps its narrative progression in mind. Add in the closing set up and you have a jaunt that without a doubt comes recommended.

B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth #120 is a superb romp that proves that even with a seemingly innocuous premise that the creative team and this title still have more than a few tricks up their sleeves. Needless to say it easily comes recommended.

B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth #121 continues to spin compelling stories in a world gone mad. The intrepid creative team charts a course that puts our players squarely in the cross-hairs of supernatural forces that many of would simply run from. Highly recommended.

B.P.R.D. Hell on Earth #128 presents a high quality romp that plays with its cast while furthering yet another rousing arc. It's suspenseful and to the point when it needs to be. This results is a comic that comes highly recommended.

Bad Medicine #5 is a very good comic book that's more than worth your time and money. This fun but not-so-deep jaunt easily earns a recommendation.

Bankshot #2 is a straight forward revenge yarn with goofy comic book elements. For the most part we have a campy tale in our hands, but one that oozes with personality. So much so that it really is easy for me to praise its creative team as this issue earns recognition.

Here's the deal:Barbarella #1 carries a slow burn that builds to a sturdy series of events that will no doubt earn itself a place on more than a few pull-lists this week. It's exactly what you're expecting it to be plus a little bit extra which, thanks to a stellar team at its back, quickly turns this Dynamite revival into a more than worthy jaunt which excites and incites us to tag along with an old school heroine.

Barbarella #2 is full of good from cover to cover. The creative team understand the character they're continuing, so much so that we see her strengths clearly defined even as the narrative dips into murky waters. In other words there's no doubt that this is a journey worth taking.

Here's one release that was easy to grade, as Barbarella #12comes highly recommended. So if for some reason you haven't been reading this volume please snag a copy plus the previous back issues, because whether you love the icon or not the team turned in a worthy adventure.

I've had my misgivings about the DC relaunch, but I can honestly say I'm genuinely excited to continue this adventure. Despite the first step being a tad bit rocky Batman/Superman #1 earns a recommendation.

Batman/Superman #2 is an absolutely engrossing comic book that's chock-full of text and rendered with the utmost care. Highly recommended.

Batman/Superman #4 is a brilliant comic that stumbles at the landing but manages to leave a lasting impression. Recommended.

Battlestar Galactica #4 is excellent as this outstanding creative team continues their time-traveling yarn that's oozing with complications. Recommended.

Battlestar Galactica #5 delivers on almost every front, as this comic book yields a romp that embraces its own share of camp. That might sound off-putting but trust me it more than works. Highly recommended.

Battlestar Galactica vs. Battlestar Galactica #1 is uniquely good from cover to cover! There's so much that could go wrong with what it's trying to do but you know what? I'm ready to take a chance and see where this all goes as long as this team sticks around to see it through.

Batwoman #30 is a good book but a chunk of the mystery is quickly resolved, so much so that I found myself underwhelmed. Still there's enough to earn a recommendation from me.

Batwoman #31 doesn't re-write the fight for Gotham, but it does offer a solid few reasons to get invested and buy this monthly franchise. Recommended.

Batwoman #32 continues an era that remains engrossing as this team gets to strut their narrative legs. There's a lot of worth as far as the plot goes, so if you're a fan or not this might just be a New 52 book for you. Recommended.

Batwoman Annual #1 is a solid release that may play it a bit safe but it does enough right to earn a purchase from its devoted followers. At the end of the day if you're fan of Kate Kane this conclusion comes recommended.

Before Watchmen continues to deliver impressive visuals, and while some of the stories have proven the reason for their existance, Before Watchmen: Comedian is still searching for its narrative context. With that in mind this issue squeaks by with a light recommendation.

Before Watchmen: Comedian #3 is an enjoyable read that treads more than enough ground to be worth your time. Recommended.

Before Watchmen: Comedian #4 is the best issue of this mini-series so far, it still doesn't justify its existence but it's certainly moves things along in the right direction. Recommended.

Whether you're for or against the whole idea of Before Watchmen, this is a comic book worth buying. Highly recommended.

Before Watchmen: Minutemen #3 is another really good issue that's worth your time, even it fails to push the series into bolder waters. Recommended.

Before Watchmen: Minutemen #4 is another extremely solid issue of what to me is the most essential release in this line books. Recommended.

Before Watchmen: Minutemen #5 is the best release of this already sterling series. If you're not sold on the concept of these prequels yet that's more than fine, but you should at least pick this book up if for no other reason than to enjoy the narrative and artistic skills on display. Highly recommended.

Bettie Page #2 is the type of comics that's simple and fun because it's not asking too much of its audience, other than an honest suspension of disbelief. The endgame is a worthy effort that doesn't leave much room for exposition or tangents but instead offers just enough to engage and entertain. So if you're looking for a capable heroine with some old fashioned thrills then I'm sure this could be a book for your pull-list.

Bettie Page #3 is a weird title that finds its niche with an old school adventure yarn. Thanks to a stellar creative team this third issues pushes the quality forward with a simple cliffhanger. To think that the whole of this latest round sprung out of a mind control prop featured in her B budget flick, Queen of the Space Commies. If that sounds fun then you need to rush out to your local comic shop and grab yourself a copy.

Bettie Page #6 is exactly the type of comic that I want to review because it's just real easy to grade and recommend. The creative team presents a straightforward plot that never loses focus on its goals, while paying homage to its central player. In other words: if you're looking for a fun adventure tale to add to your coveted pull-list do what feels right, you won't regret it, go on and make room for this!

Bettie Page #8 ends the current volume and hopefully at the close, as promised by the “for now…,” we'll see our heroine again soon in another mini. One things for sure the creative team ends things on a high note as they've managed to prove the worth of their goofy but good premise!

Black Kiss II #1is bound to turnoff many people due to its high level of sexual content and yet if you're willing to sit back, have a drink and give this book a shot you might just find yourself enjoying this perverse yet compelling tale. Recommended.

Black Kiss II #2 is a comic book that will appeal to a select amount of readers out there, due to its mature themes and at timesintoxicating but grotesque subject matter. However, it's not a bad purchase. In fact if you're willing to give it a shot you'll find that this set of tales is a well-put-together comic book that's more than worth your time. Recommended.

Black Kiss II #3 is a very good comic book that will not appeal to everyone. But with that said, if you're willing to take a leap and give it a fair shake you might just bepleasantlysurprised by the quality storytelling you find in these pages. Recommended.

Black Kiss II #4 is another chapter in the somewhat repetitive but nonetheless engaging life of a succubus. Recommended.

Black Kiss II #5 is a steamy but at times shallow continuation that starts to make the series look like it's really overstayed its welcome. But between some decent revelations and a bit of a twist this issue squeaks by with a light recommendation.

Black Sable #1 is a fun swashbuckling adventure yarn with an excellent creative team at it's back. They deliver a straight forward introduction as our captain leads her crew aboardThe Furyfrom action to intrigue. One thing is clearly for certain this genre pleaser is sure to find an audience when it arrives at local shops this Wednesday, so rally with your fellow privateers and grab some copies!

The Black Sable #2 is kind fun and you know what? We all could use that on our pull-list! So by all means take a chance on this Zenescope original, whether you're familiar with the company and their other works or not, it's worth a trip to your local comic store.

The Black Sable #3 is a smartly crafted addition to the interstellar franchise! As the creative team continues to chart this own course with pirates in space, the whole of the tale spins with ease. It's hard not to smile when I think about where things might go from here, as the cliffhanger plus the scenes prior tease several ships, and their crews, on a surefire collision course with treasure at the very center.

BlackAcre #2 is a solid second outing for this burgeoning science fiction series that does just enough to give the main character some depth while warranting a purchase. Recommended.

BlackAcre #4 is another prime example of how to keep your comic book interesting even if it does take a few minor missteps along the way. Recommended.

BlackAcre #5 not only proves the strength of this narrative and its primary cast of characters, but it also highlights the advantages of a concept like this being launched through the Image Comics banner. In an era overpopulated with relaunches, re-imagined concepts and continuity shifts it's nice to pick up a true piece of original fiction. Recommended.

BlackAcre #6 may not be a perfect comic but between the skills of both the illustrator and the writer enough is done right here to garner their audience's attention. For that reason this comes recommended.

BlackAcre #7 is a welcome addition to this engaging franchise, as each of the intricate but altogether smartly crafted layers give just enough to make this one purchase that should earn a spot on your pull-list. Recommended.

BlackAcre #8 is a good comic that has a few scuffs to its name, but nonetheless earns a recommendation from me.

BlackAcre #9 is a more than competent release that contains a narrative chock-full of elements that have more than earned a spot on your pull-list. Recommended.

BlackAcre #10 is a thrilling addition that deepens the saga while moving everything along at a charged pace. Recommended.

BlackAcre #11 is a great entry that has a few bumps and bruises. Nonetheless the comic earns a recommendation from me, as the title enters another shake-up to their status quo. Recommended.

Project Superpowers: Blackcross #1 is a smartly conceived outing that may be all hook but you know what? I wouldn't have it any other way as this comic earns the right to come highly recommended.

Blood Brothers #2 is an easy to recommend release that'll have you grinning. The creative team gives readers a light but fun atmosphere that invites us to stick around and enjoy the shenanigans therein. It's not a bad way to spend part of your comic book Wednesday as this issue effortlessly earns recognition and praise from this reviewer.

Blood Brothers #3 is the second to last issue for this mini-series and I have to say I've thoroughly enjoyed the dynamite ride! There's some room for improvement but this third outing more than proves why we should all add this title to our pull-lists. Do you like fun adventure with some monsters to boot? Do you wanna see a Luchador fight a Minotaur? Then add this to your coveted pull-list.

The Blood Queen vs. Dracula #1 is a fitting start to something that should excite readers out there. And I for one can't wait to see where this creative team goes with this most assuredly dynamite crossover. Recommended.

The Blood Queen vs. Dracula #1 is a fitting start to something that should excite readers out there. And I for one can't wait to see where this creative team goes with this most assuredly dynamite crossover. Recommended.

Bloodshot: Revelation #11 is a high quality comic book that more than deserves a look when you head to your local shop this week. From cover to cover the team delivers a family focused outing that knows what it wants to do as it pulls in new readers just like me.

Bombshells United #1 starts off slow, but carries an impact as it steadily picks up speed! The creative team absolutely thrives in the very environment that they pioneered in the first volume. And the questions they pose, on Wonder Woman especially, echo right to the core of what any of these icons could or should stand for. All the while pushing toward a satisfying cliffhanger!

The Bounce #3 is a good read that does enough right to warrant your attention. Recommended.

The Bounce #5 is not perfect but it is a great comic that warrants your attention. Recommended.

The Bounce #6 is a really good comic that continues the narrative. Fans should be pleased by what they read as this earns a recommendation.

The Bounce #7proves to me the strength of this piece of fiction, as this release capitalizes on previously mentioned strands while cementing its footing as a franchise that's worthy of recognition. Highly recommended.

The Bounce #8 is a great entry that makes my job easy, as it heroically arrives at your local comic shop. Highly recommended.

The Bounce #9 doesn't change the trajectory of the series but it yields more than enough to warrant evolution. If you've been reading prepare to be rewarded for your efforts. If not than go pick up #1 it's time to catch up! Recommended.

The Bounce #10 is another compelling yarn that easily catches my attention and should find its way on your pull-list. I highly recommend starting from the beginning but trust me after you make that initial investment you won't regret it.

The Bounce #12is a fitting conclusion that will blow a few minds along the way. Trust the official description because it doesn't lie as this release comes recommended.

Broken Pieces #4 is a strong penultimate issue that will please fans as they brace themselves for what looks to be a very climactic forthcoming finale. Recommended.

Broken Pieces #5 is a fitting and emotional finish that will leave fans thoroughly satisfied. Highly recommended.

BubbleGun #1 is a good start that sets things off with a solid strut and swagger that earns some attention. Recommended.

BubbleGun #2 is an engaging adventure that expands on the root elements established by its pilot issue. In short: this comic comes recommended.

BubbleGun #3 is something different that fans of any genre should try. Because more important than any singular aspect is the overall feeling of fun is inescapably rare in this industry today. Recommended.

BubbleGun #4 is a comic book which boldly strides toward something more than the mere sum of its somewhat developed but nonetheless mechanical parts. Highly recommended.

BubbleGun Vol. 2 #4 is a success from start to finish. What this Aspen title sports is tech, wit and plenty of fun that's bound to please fans and curious onlookers. It's has all the best features of a well written comic that just deserves recognition, praise and a spot in your buy pile.

BubbleGun Vol. 2 #5 takes our sisters, Molli and Devyn, plus their pals where they need to go. They face down Drazic, Theon and anyone else who gets in their way as this Aspen title wraps up its time with a fitting finish! In other words if you've been following along you're going to enjoy how the team ends this one. So by all means rush out to your local shop or just buy it online so you can enjoy what happens.

As a total package this series had some high and low points butBuffy the Vampire Slayer Season 9 #25 is exactly the finale it deserves. It's a culmination of this volume that leaves me grinning ear to ear as I find myself with no choice but to write: bring on Season 10!

Burn the Orphanage: Born to Lose #1 is not perfect by any stretch of the imagination, but it's certainly entertaining enough as it embraces embarrassing yet honest stereotypical tropes of an age long forgotten. Recommended.

Burn The Orphanage: Born to Lose #2 is a good comic that's made for an audience that's been missing the seemingly never ending hoursspent with their Sega Genesis or Super Nintendo. This one is for you. Recommended.

Burn the Orphanage: Born to Lose #3 is not high brow entertainment. But if you're like me and games for Sega Genesis helped form your childhood than this book is for you. Recommended.

Burn the Orphanage: Reign of Terror #1 is a worthwhile outing and If you don't pick up this latest entry it's punishable by gamma blast and death claw! Recommended.

Burn the Orphanage: Reign of Terror #2 is an outlandish but fun romp that feels like an aged video game with a stronger tale to tell. It's absolutely over the top and might only speak to a select few but trust me that audience will be pleased. Recommended.

Burn The Orphanage: Reign Of Terror #3 is fun. I know that might seem like a silly way to grade this unrelenting odyssey complete with, you guessed it, topless ninjas but trust me it's the truth. And through the minds of the men behind it we're given something odd that comes recommended.

Burn The Orphanage: Reign Of Terror #5 is not for everyone but I literally have no complaints. The talents involved effortlessly end their arc and lay groundwork for more punching action, while delivering on the premise they promised to attack head on. Recommended.

As always with these type of yarns things take a turn for the worse whileAndy and his pals are faced with growing problems in their town. Burnouts #3 is new reader friendly from start to finish, boasting a creative team that seems ready to deliver the goods. Recommended.

Bushido #1 is a glorious start to what should be a very enjoyable mini-series. Recommended.

Bushido #2 continues this odd but always fascinating foray into Eastern culture combined with Western terror. The creative team handles the balancing act well as they earn another recommendation.

Bushido #3 is truly a really good comic book that stumbles a bit along its way, but nonetheless manages to still earns my recommendation.

Bushido #4 is a really good comic book that brings this saga just enough literary meat to prepare for its last supper. For that reason it easily earns my recommendation.

Bushido #5 proves the mantle of its ideas as the creative team brings this release in for a solid landing. Recommended.

Cage Hero #1 has some good moments but for the most part this first release feels poorly executed. The art is worth looking at and the dialogue can be sort of enjoyable if seen in the right light, but as the end product currentlyresidesI can't recommend this one.

Calexit #2 speaks right to a world ripe for its message. All over we see global uncertainty as each side becomes more and more entrenched in their beliefs excluding others and I'm not saying this chaotic piece of fiction has the answers but it's asking the right questions. And at only two issues in it's clear that this Black Mask title deserves to find recognition and a place on your pull-list this Wednesday.

Captain Midnight #2 is a good but not perfect release that's destined to attract superhero enthusiasts of all ages. Recommended.

Captain Midnight #3 is an absolutely enjoyable book that deserves to be on any fanboys or fangirls pull-list this Wednesday. Simply put: take flight and have some fun because this comes highly recommended.

Captain Midnight #4 has a bit of a slow start but by the time the comic book reaches its climax there's a lot going right with an ending that easily shocked me. Recommended.

Captain Midnight #5 is a relevant comic that offers enough charm to be more than the sum of its parts. Simply put: this deserves to be on your pull-list. Recommended.

Captain Midnight #6 is a comic book that's fun, there I said it. It's got a classic presence that easily makes the whole package a must own. Recommended.

Captain Midnight #7 is a really good comic that doesn't break the mold but rather continues to hold distinction for yet another month. Recommended.

Captain Midnight #8 is the type of adventure yarn that I hope to find when I travel to my local shop. It easily earns a recommendation from me.

Captain Midnight #10 is a heartfelt outing that makes use of its cast, while pushing its narrative scope forward. It easily comes highly recommended.

Captain Midnight #11 is a success and the plot it sets up is rather intriguing, but there were off moments along the way. Even so it manages to earn a recommendation from me.

Captain Midnight #12 is an advertised jump on point. And the creative team revisits enough of the old material to get curious onlookers up to speed as this comic book earns the right to fly. Recommended.

Captain Midnight #14 is a rock solid yarn that continues this latest arc without missing a beat. I'm left with few complaints as this flys with a recommendation.

Captain Midnight #15 is a romp that's worth owning. It does carry one particular sequence that didn't sit well because it got a little bit too hokey, but that doesn't stop it from earning a recommendation.

Captain Midnight #16 may not be the best the series has to offer, but the team turns in an engaging adventure. It's a little bit terror mixed with the usual kookiness which leads me to a point where I can't help but recommend it.

Captain Midnight #20 is a downright engaging yarn that pushed our protagonist forward while asking him tough questions. Smart text plus dazzling style equals a comic that begs for attention and more than earns it in my book. Recommended.

Captain Midnight #23 is what I wanted to read. For followers there was plenty of meat to enjoy but if you haven't been reading keepclear of this one as you insteadbuy the trade paperbacks in order to catch up. Trust me, the investment isworth it.

I'd love to tell you whether or not Captain Midnight #24 is the definitive end for our heroes, but that would be a spoiler. All I will say is that the experience offered within this title has been worthwhile and this latest entry is no different.

Carnage #1 is a strong beginning that has a few rocky parts here and there but the ultimate joy of the yarn outweighs them. In other words: kudos to the creative team because you just launched a quality book for a character that many forgot.

Super Secret Crisis War #1 is made for anyone that grew up watching these shows. It's loads of fun and does just enough right to certainly earn a recommendation.

Centipede #1 is an out of this world adventure that's fun. Is it weird? Yes. Exciting? Most definitely. But more than all that it's silly entertainment that deserves a spot on your pull-list. Whether you're waxing nostalgic about the past or looking for a new sci fi romp with a lone survivor on an alien world then this one's for you. It's man versus monster and we've only seen the introductory fight boys and girls!

Centipede #2 is an uproariously fun outing! What we have here is a romp hidden in the simplistic casing of a game based world, but it also has a smart creative team. It's engaging right from the start so much so that I re-read it after I finished going through it the first time.

Centipede #3 is exactly the type of reading experience that should surprise it's audience. It's a fun page turner, with a solid but flawed main character that's easy to root for! I have no idea where this one will go next month but in the meantime I'll just be over here counting the days before we find out who ultimately comes out on top in this apocalyptic but simple struggle: the man with guns or the monstrous beast!

Centipede #4 continues to be a wholly unexpected gem of a mini-series. It uses the backdrop of itsAtari history just enough to go down a completely different rabbit hole and the creative team runs with it form there. So do the right thing and grab a copy this week!

Centipede #5 is a high caliber outing that should please gaming fans with an affinity for Atari! I wholly recommend going back to the first issue and diving deep into this other world ravaged by an alien monster and its horde, so by all means go grab yourself a copy!

Chaos #1 is a good start to a crossover and even a resurrection of sorts. Add everything together and your left with a comic that comes recommended.

Chaos! #2 is an entertaining entry in a series that's shaping up into something that deserves your attention. Add in the chance to see these characters in action with a solid narrative and we're left with plenty of reason to pick up this comic book. Recommended.

Chaos! #3 is the halfway point in a franchise reboot event and it is awesome! Whether you were invested in these properties or not there's plenty of worthwhile material for everyone to downright enjoy. Recommended.

Chaos! #5 is a penultimate issue that's done right. It gets the final movements going, while managing to offer raw material that actually makes the whole of this mini-series more interesting. It's not perfect by any stretch of the imagination but it earns the right for a recommendation from me.

Chaos! #6 is not a perfect way to bring all this to a stop, but it manages to entertain and engage. There were moments where I wanted a bit more substance and time but in the end I walked away largely happy with properties that I'm now rather invested in. Recommended.

Charismagic (vol.2) #1 is a strong start that easily earns a recommendation.

Charismagic (vol.2) #2 may not be an amazing comic book but it's still really good one that's certainly worth your attention if you're looking for a magical adventure. Recommended.

Charismagic (vol.2) #3 is a really good book that earns a recommendation.

Charismagic (vol.2) #4 is an exciting addition that builds up the current arc while bringing in more players to this expansive game of magic vs. reality. Recommended.

Charismagic (vol.2) #5 has some narrative problems but that doesn't prevent it from being an exciting lead-in to a potentially memorable conclusion. Recommended.

Charismagic (vol.2) #6 is a passable issue that's saved by developments and renditions that invite attention and even light praise. Recommended.

Charismagic: The Death Princess #1 is plagued by a lackluster script that's ultimately redeemed by the art. Recommended.

Charismagic: The Death Princess #2 is a fun jaunt that suffers from a bit too many words, but beyond that this title still comes recommended.

Chastity #1 is another winning release for this Chaos! relaunch. Whether you're picking up the main title or not the quality contained within this one deserves a spot on your pull-list. Let it be known: this earns its accolades and comes highly recommended.

Chastity #3 impressed me from beginning to end. It carried enough depth to further solidify the struggle of our protagonist as she attempts to just survive her current situation. Highly recommended.

Grimm Fairy Tales presents Cinderella: Age of Darkness #1 is the start of an extension with just enough spunk to earn a look and a dedicated following. There's no doubt about the quality as this comes recommended.

Grimm Fairy Tales presents Cinderella: Age of Darkness #2 is a sturdy entry that knows what it wants to share with its audience. It's by no means highbrow entertainment but it is fun and at the end of the day isn't that what we want? Recommended.

Civil War #2 is not perfect by any stretch of the imagination but with this issue it's quickly become clear that this is a mini-series worthy of its name. So by all means rush out and grab this before it sells out at your local shop. Recommended.

Civil War #3 continues the momentum of its narrative while offering enough meaty material to sate the appetite of fanboys and fangirls. In other words if you're planning to dive into any of the Secret Wars extensions this release and title needs to be at the top of your list.

Civil War #4 represents the start of a resolution for an argument that pushed friends and family to opposing sides. But now with the right groundwork in place this creative team stands poised to deliver an ending that could do justice to the original event. Highly recommended.

Clown Fatale #1 has a message: be grateful you're not a clown. Combine that with the creative team's efforts and you have something that easily earns a recommendation from me.

Clown Fatale #2 is an excellent continuation that pushes this devilish concept even further. Recommended.

Clown Fatale #3 is yet another entertaining comic book that deserves to find an audience during its uproariousrampage. Recommended.

Clown Fatale #4 is without a doubt a highly entertaining romp that shouldn't be taken too seriously. It is what it is and within that logic it excels beautifully. Highly recommended.

To be completely honest Cold Spots #4 is one of those indie gems that are just easy to grade. The team behind this, with quality in mind, delivers a penultimate outing that feels right in sync so much so four issues in the whole experience comes highly recommended.

Conan Red Sonja #1 is a beginning that's teaming with personality and adventure. And with an already established success streak for Hyboria at Dark Horse color me excited as this one comes highly recommended.

Conan and the People of the Black Circle #1 succeeds on numerous levels, as the creative team sets the stage for what should be an absolutely riveting piece of fiction. Recommended.

Conan and the People of the Black Circle #2 is a release that carries solid text with immaculate style as it, by Crom, earns praise from me. Recommended.

Conan and the People of the Black Circle #3 is, in my mind, an entry that would make Robert E. Howard proud. Highly recommended.

Conan and the People of the Black Circle #4 is a crowd pleasing affair that should easily garner the attention of even the most discerning fans. If you're into adventure, powerful warriors and the seeds of a forthcoming conquest than this comic book is for you. Recommended.

Conan the Barbarian #14 is a release that does suffer from minor pacing issues, but overall this book is a well crafted romp that's worth your money and time. Recommended.

Conan the Barbarian #15 delivers a powerful emotional punch but due to some lackluster pacing the quality of the entire package was lowered a bit. But still it earns a recommendation.

Conan the Barbarian #16 is not perfect but it is a solid outing that comes recommended.

Conan the Barbarian #17 is yet another excellent entry in a series that deserves to be purchased. Highly recommended.

Conan the Barbarian #18 is one of the best books I've read as the creative team delivers unto their audience something special. Not only do they end the arc right they give it enough weight for our hero to learn and grow. Highly recommended.

Conan the Barbarian #20 is a valuable addition to the sterling title and a worthwhile comic to place in the vaults of your collection. Highly recommended.

Conan the Barbarian #21 is a great comic book, that goes beyond the mandate of the traditional adventure yarn to deliver something that's absolutely worth your attention. Highly recommended.

Conan the Barbarian #23 is an outing that, I imagine, would make Robert E. Howard proud. Highly recommended.

Conan the Barbarian #24 is the second to last of this volume, and we can all rest assured that things are ending on a decisively strong note. Highly recommended.

Conan the Barbarian #25 may not be the masterstroke that people expect but it does surpass my expectations. Highly recommended.

Conan the Avenger #2 is a rock solid adventure that never pulls beyond its own boundaries. It accomplishes plenty within its time frame but carries inconsistencies that might damage perception. Still it earns a recommendation.

Conan the Avenger #3 continues to spin its wheels with a strong opening arc and sturdy creative team. So if you love adventure you'll absolutely want this book. Recommended.

Conan the Avenger #5 is exactly what I, as a fan of the Hyborian age, wanted to read. Kudos to Dark Horse Comics for keeping the favored barbarian alive and special thanks to this creative team for making this tale interesting. Recommended.

Conan the Avenger #6 is an outing that got me pumped for the future, but it did hold some issues along the way. Even so this comic does enough right to come recommended.

Conan the Avenger #21 is a quality entry that's as tough as it honestly needs to be. The execution of the creative team is not flawless but it's really good so much so that this entry effortlesslycomes recommended.

Conan the Avenger #22 gets the ball moving in a slow but steady succession that makes the wait for next month's entry just a little bit more bearable. In other words: if you like this Barbarian this is a title worth catching up on.

Conan the Avenger #23 is superb entertainmentthat wastes little time moving toward its fitting cliffhanger finish. By Crom you dogs if you're not picking this upthen you're missing out. To sum up: be a true fan of the Barbarian and grab a copy of this issue.

Concrete Park: R-E-S-P-E-C-T #1 is an engaging start which shows a lot of promise. It took one issue to win me over and I can't wait for the next one. Recommended.

Concrete Park: R-E-S-P-E-C-T #2 explodes out of Scare City with a book that packs a lot of weight. Sure it's premise is weird but the hard-work of the creative team and their cast of characters allow the romp to become a must own package that deserves a spot on your pull-list. Recommended.

Halfway through Conspiracy #1 I thought I was reading one story and then the author pulled the rug from under me and I realized I wasn't. As you look from panel to panel you'll see a solid display, sturdy narrative and a few notable surprises so much so that I can readily recommend this one. So by all means, as we all get ready for our holiday weekend add this good release to your buy pile and be thankful for Zenescope.

Constantine: The Hellblazer #3 is a good step in the right direction for this volume. There were some rough edges but for the most part the creative team did enough right in my mind to warrant a recommendation from me.

Contest of Champions #1 is, so far, my favorite series born from the aftermath of Secret Wars. It gets right to the thick of its purpose without burying us with too much exposition which believe me is a great thing. For that reason this easily comes recommended.

Contest of Champions #4 is another smart and finely tuned entry that will leave eager fans begging for more. It may surprise some to read but four in and this is an excellenttitlethat certainly warrantsattention.

Under the careful care of steady creative team Coyotes #1 dives right into a horror drenched world with all the right tools. So if you're looking for something unique then congrats because you just found a comic book that needs to have a spot on your awesome ever growing pull-list.

Coyotes #3 is an easy comic to grade because it takes what we loved about that first issue, enjoyed in that second one and just expands on it. The pitch for this series is that it's Underworld meets Sicario, that couldn't be more true so by all means nab yourself a copy from your local store. It's unique, gripping, solid fun from start to finish that won't let go of your attention until you find yourself facing that final page flip.

Critter #2 is not something that's drastically different than the norm, but there's a charm to it that makes itworthwhile. Add ina sturdy creative team and there's no doubt that this franchise is ready to come out and play.

Critter #3 is fun for everyone as Big Dog Ink continues to grow through their merger with Aspen. And this latest round of shenanigans is good enough to warrant some attention from curious fanboys and fangirls as the overall experience of it earns a recommendation from me.

Cryptozoic Man #1 is a beginning that carries enough within the confines of its narrative to warrant your attention. It's not perfect but it earns a recommendation.

Cryptozoic Man #2 is not perfect, but there's so much that improves on the initial foundations that it easily garners attention and praise. To be truthful there are some off moments but nothing that hinders the ride. Recommended.

Cryptozoic Man #4 is an imperfect but engaging ride that gives us a somewhat rushed ending. Still, the creative team yields enough quality to earn my recommendation.

Cutter #1 leaves a mark, especially as the spooky season gets underway. This won't be for everyone but horror enthusiasts should know that this start is worth a look. Recommended.

Cyber Force #1has some problems but if you take into account the fact that it's free and a very good first step you really have no excuse not to give this a go. Recommended.

Cyber Force #2 is a very sturdy continuation that suffers a bit from an overabundance of narration, but between the awesome art and solid development this issue more than earns a recommendation.

Cyber Force #3 offers so much for no outright cost to you that you have absolutely no reason not to give this riveting jaunt it a read. Recommended.

There's no way else to put it: this issue represents exactly what this franchise needed. After being gone from comic stands for a while I have to admit peeling through this book brought a smile to my face, as some seriously worthwhile elements successfully caped off this re-imagining.

Cyber Force #6 is not asking for a big chunk of change as it adopts a $2.99 price tag, but trust me it's worth it. Recommended.

Cyber Force #7 is another prime example why this universe is still one worth following. It may not evolve the franchise but there's still plenty to love, as it earns a recommendation.

Cyber Force #8 could be easily dismissed as yet another book with weird elements, but I promise you my fellow fanboys and fangirls that would be a mistake. This is a smart adventure that should hold your attention from start to finish. Recommended.

D4ve #1 is an unexpected treat from IDW. With a strong character and a compelling world this has all the necessary parts to be a grand mini-series as this first installment comes recommended.

Damsels #1 is a very entertaining first issue that easily earns a recommendation.

Damsels #2 is a very good comic book that's easily worthy of your time, as it gives just enough originality to attract eager readers looking for an engaging adventure. Recommended.

Damsels #3 is a solid comic book that continues to push its narrative forward as the creative teams ushers in its next logical phase. Recommended.

Damsels #4 is another good entry that does enough to earn a recommendation.

Damsels #5 is another solid entry in this series, and even though it may linger a bit on some corny moments it still earns a recommendation.

Damsels #6 still has some growing pains to fight through but this series has certainly begun to find its footing, I honestly can't wait to read the next outing. Recommended,

Damsels #7 is a potent example of good storytelling as this creative team does just enough to warrant your time and attention. Recommended.

Damsels #8 is a book that represents the culmination of the best parts of this series. There were some off moments but the package as a whole was very good. Recommended.

Damsels #10 is a without a doubt a superb outing that delivers on so many levels. Highly recommended.

Damsels #11 is a good entry that makes this saga interesting but it's not untouchable by any stretch of the imagination. Both sides of the equation work to deliver a worthwhile purchase that's pull-list worthy. Recommended.

Damsels #12 does not fail by any stretch of the imagination. But it does stumble quite a bit as it earns a modest recommendation from me.

Damsels #13 is an imperfect find that ends things but honestly feels far too rushed to really recommend to anyone but the already dedicated.

Damsels in Excess #1 is a rock solid start to something that feels worthwhile. It's a compelling beginning with a turn that earns it a recommendation from me.

Damsels in Excess #2 is a very fun adventure yarn that's chock-full of personality. The text is engaging and the art is stellar in a comic that earns the right to garner a dedicated following. Highly recommended.

Damsels in Excess #3 doesn't break new ground but it continues to push and legitimize this outlandish adventure. There's heart here as a strong creative team steadily develops character and nurses their plot toward some rather interesting revelations. Recommended.

Damsels in Excess #4 represents a comic that's a worthwhile read and also stands as a competent penultimate issue. The team behind it knew what they needed to do while solidifying a franchise that deserves many more volumes for years to come. Recommended.

Damsels: Mermaids #1 is a good comic that earns a recommendation.

Damsels: Mermaids #2 is a solid addition that does more than enough things right to warrant the purchase of ardent followers and a few curious onlookers. Recommended.

Damsels: Mermaids #3 is a good comic that deserves to be on your pull-list whether you're new to the franchise or not. Recommended.

Damsels: Mermaids #5 is a conclusion with elements to its narrative that I simply don't agree with. With that said however I can't deny that the whole of package was put together well enough to earn a light recommendation from me.

Overall this comic is a very good read that succeeds in elevating this series to new heights. Offering a more than competent script complete with great art, this issue comes recommended.

Danger Club #4 is a fairly easy book to score since it has a really strong story and top-notch art. Highly recommended.

Danger Club #6 represents, for me, a surprising return for a title that had already garnered my attention and praise. If this one happened to slip under your radar back in 2013 then now's the right time to go hunting for those back issues! Just trust me: this because this is absolutely one ride every fanboy and fangirl needs as this comic comes highly recommended.

Danger Girl: Renegade #1 is going to be a comic book that right from the onset is going to attract a specific type of audience member. But whether you've been around from the start, or if this is your first foray with Abbey Chase, the creative team hit it out of the park with this issue. It's a solid start point for a mini-series that seems to be bound for fun as this comes highly recommended.

Danger Girl: Renegade #4 proves to be a light and fun conclusion that does exactly what it needs to do. The currently running yarn is at an end with the promise of adventures yet to come,trust me DG fans you'll be happy when you see how it shakes out.

Dark Engine #2 is not something I expected to like as much as I did. It's an odd odyssey with all types of adult subject matter but with enough historical resonance and scope to act as an epic that just tickled my fancy. To sum up: this comic book may not be the norm but nonestheless it comes recommended.

Let's be honest Dark Fang #3 is not for everyone. You need to be okay with vampires and receptive to the idea that using finite resources, like fossil fuels, is a bad thing for us and the planet. If those two boxes check off for you then by all means dive into this strange book. You'll find yourself rooting for a bloodsucker in a climate that feels relevant to current events, it's not perfect but it does represent a good time.

Dark Shadows #7 is a solid release that offers a good read with some very competent art. Recommended.

Dark Shadows #8 is a very good comic that will most assuredly please fans and might even impress some newcomers. Recommended.

Dark Shadows #9 is a solid addition to this series that brings the current story arc to a somber if not completely fulfilling finish. Recommended.

Dark Shadows #10 is a very good release that's worth any fans hard-earned money and time. Recommended.

Dark Shadows #11 is another really good issue that will surely keep fans glued to their seat as they frantically flip through each of its devilishly executed pages. Recommended.

Dark Shadows #13 is a riveting read that will keep its already captive audience surely glued to their seats. Recommended.

Dark Shadows #14 is yet another successfully realized comic book that champions a cherished legacy while forging its own destiny. Recommended.

Dark Shadows #15 continues to deliver a good experience that's sure to take away the sting from any comics that eager fans mistakenly pick-up tomorrow. In short trust in this duo and just take the ride they're offering. Recommended.

Dark Shadows #16 has some segments that somewhat damage the overall package but more often than not the skill and candor of this collaboration shines through. Whether they're dealing with werewolves, wrapping up loose ends or setting up next month's outing fans are sure to find plenty to enjoy. Recommended.

Dark Shadows #17 is an excellent release that will please while garnering new followers in the process. Recommended.

Dark Shadows #18 continues this odyssey in earnest while fans await whatever resolutions are coming their way. As this quality storytelling continues the comic earns a recommendation.

Dark Shadows #20 is a comic that makes my job quite easy. At the end of the day this review is a reflection of the tale I just read and the result is you should go out and buy it. Highly recommended.

Dark Shadows #22 is yet another excellent entry that exceeds my expectations as it makes way for what should be a fitting ending. Highly recommended.

Dark Shadows #23 is the end of a volume, but I hope we witness the resurrection of these characters in the near future. Highly recommended.

As crossovers tend to go, Dark Shadows / Vampirella seems to be off to a somewhat strong start. It's not perfect by any stretch of the imagination, but it's entertaining enough to warrant a read by anyDark Shadows or Vampirella fans. Recommended.

Dark Shadows / Vampirella #2 is a very good second release that improves just enough over its first to warrant a purchase. Recommended.

Dark Shadows / Vampirella #3 is a solid enough read, but it goes by so quick and many of twists seem a bit rushed or even forced. But still it successfully squeaks by with a light recommendation.

Dark Shadows / Vampirella #4 is by far the best release yet to surface from this zany and entertaining crossover. Recommended.

Dark Shadows / Vampirella #5 is an extremely solid and fun conclusion that leaves just enough narrative strands dangling in the wind to perhaps bring about a potential sequel. Recommended.

Dark Shadows: Year One #2 is an excellent release that's certainly worth your time. Recommended.

Dark Shadows: Year One #3 is a good comic book that does more than enough to earn a spot on your pull-list. Recommended.

Dark Shadows: Year One #4 is a very good comic that should be on your pull-list, especially if you're a fan of the franchise. Recommended.

Dark Shadows: Year One #6 is an excellent comic book that exceeds embedded expectations as it offers a frightfully fitting end and potent beginning to an enduring legacy. Highly recommended.

Dawn/Vampirella #1 is something I didn't expect to enjoy but I did. I was instantly sucked into the narrative by the charm of the book as some winning personalities complimented a plot, that may have been slightly predictable, but managed to be entertaining. In other words this comic happens to come recommended.

Dawn/Vampirella #2 may not re-write the rules of the crossover, but it maintains the integrity of both franchises while still managing to be entertaining. And because of that this comic proves itself and comes recommended.

Days of Hate #1 opens a twelve issue series with clear thoughts and societal angst behind it. With some hints at things to come plus of course plenty of meaty political material there's a lot worth celebrating. But if you're part of the dwindling percent known as Trump supporters please avoid reading this because you won't like it. But for the rest of us go grab a copy, find a seat and dig in for dark ride in a depressing future.

Days of Hate #2 continues to tell the story of what might happen if things go horribly wrong in the wake of “Make America Great Again.” In the Trump era it's a compelling yarn that does a lot right, telling the story of Amanda, her cohort and their pursuer. So in other words: add this one to your buy pile only if you're into a political driven drama that's good and entertaining but more than ready to be dim and murky.

DC Comics Bombshells #1 gets a high score from me because the creative team flat out wowed me with this opening issue. Smart dialogue, a sturdy plot and consistently engaging pieces of artcaptured my attention from beginning to end.

DC Comics Bombshells #2 is an outstanding addition to any collection. Whether you knew this was a monthly series or not now's the right time to dive in so by all means run out to your local shop andadd it to your pull-list or buy the digital first releases on comiXology.

DC Comics Bombshells #8 is another really good entry that may have left me wanting more focus on certain playersbut the final product still gave me plenty to dive into. I honestly can't wait to pick up #9 in Februaryso that we can see where the final portionof this arc goes.

Dead Body Road #1 has plenty of room to grow, but for what we get it earns attention. Recommended.

Dead Body Road #2 may not re-write the book on the revenge saga, but it manages to birth a polished experience that earns my attention and praise. Recommended.

Dead Body Road #3 is something that may not be the average cup of tea for the frequent comic enthusiast, but trust me you won't regret picking it up. After three releases this franchise has proven its worth as it earns a recommendation.

Dead Body Road #6 is fast read that never seeks to become more than what it is and that's completely okay. Because in my book, as it stands, this was the right way to close out the piece as it easily earns a recommendation from me.

Dead Space: Liberation turned out to be my favorite extension to this franchise so far. From the unique art on display to the precise dialogue delivered it absolutely showed that this creative team certainly came out to play. I'll be honest, I'm not ready to say that this romp is a perfect success as there are some shortcomings here and there but the overall feeling I was left with when I closed that final page is that right now in its current form this tale quite easily comes highly recommended.

Deadly Class #2 is a romp that continues to engage as it pushes its narrative path forward. Highly recommended.

Deadly Class #4 is entertainment that's not perfect but really close. Thanks to the efforts of a top-notch creative team fans are treated with a unique jaunt that never loses its gripe on reality. It easily comes highly recommended.

Deadly Class #5 forces me to do something I hate. After reading the issue a few times and mulling it over I can't help but call this one a must own as it earns my highest accolades.

Deadly Class #6 is exactly what it sets out to be and just a bit more. In other words it ends this arc while offering just enough substance to make the whole yarn an easy release to grade. Highly recommended.

Death Sentence #3 is without a doubt a stellar comic book that makes my job easy because it comes highly recommended.

Deep Gravity #2 is an issue that further cements the quality of an already noteworthy title. Yet again Dark Horse gives its audience an adventure among the stars and I honestly couldn't be happier with the results as this creative team simply impressed me. Recommended.

Dejah of Mars #1 is a fitting beginning that doesn't waste it's time as the creative team almost instantly sets up the trajectory of the overall piece. Recommended.

Dejah of Mars #2 is at times a personal tale that carries a few moments of grandiose. It does trip a bit but for the release mostly remains tight as it earns a recommendation.

Dejah of Mars #4 shows us the might and ferocity of our strong heroine but it does lack the necessary depth to push beyond its own boundaries. Even so this earns a recommendation from me.

There's a lot at stake for our heroine and her ravaged planet which really makes the case for Dejah Thoris #0simple to sell. What we have is an accessible start to a new volume that journeys to the past in order to bring along both new and seasoned followers, so by all means if you're looking for a reason to go back to Barsoomthen give this issue a shot. Fair warning: you'll probably end up adding it to your pull-list.

Dejah Thoris #6 is a good sturdy start for this volume's second arc. The creative team handles the players involved with ease, so much so that this Edgar Rice Burroughs‘ inspired adventure, by my estimation, seems to be heading in a dynamite direction. If you were on the sideline waiting to dive into this series here's your chance, just go out and snag yourself a copy of this outing as it does come recommended.

The big fight on Barsoom concludes here as Dejah Thoris #10 blends with its parent saga by seamlessly tying some loose narrative strings together with a fitting finish. It's fun to read and easy to recommendto any reader looking for an excuse to journey back to the red landscape of Mars. So do yourself a favor and when you shop at you local store this week see if you can snag this plus the previous issues.