I'll just end by saying that Airboy #1 is one of the most unique comic books I've ever read.  It is raw, profane, over-the-top and simply fantastic.  It will never be confused with all those all-ages comics that are being pushed nowadays and to that, I raise a glass and would give a toast if I wasn't so awkward.  This is a must-read!

I'll just end by saying that Airboy #1 is one of the most unique comic books I've ever read.  It is raw, profane, over-the-top and simply fantastic.  It will never be confused with all those all-ages comics that are being pushed nowadays and to that I raise a glass and would give a toast if i wasn't so awkward.  This is a must read!

It's funny how a book called Animal Man can be the best depiction of what it is to be human I've read in a long time.  Being the Father of Five Boys, I can only begin to imagine Buddy's loss.  I am  glad to be there with him as he slowly pulls himself up from rock bottom and begins the healing.  Whether or not you are a fan of Animal Man, buy this book.  If you don't know the difference between the Red and the Green, buy this book.  Trust me, it's worth every penny.

If you go into this issue looking for big scenes with heroes and villains beating each other up with the fate of the Universe in the balance, then you will be upset.  The main villain is only hinted at and the issue tugs at the heartstrings instead of hitting you over the head.  Geoff Johns gives us a checklist of how far DC Comics has strayed from it's own legacy, apologizes for it and then shows us how it will be better.  The heavy lifting seems to be left for the individual Rebirth issues starting in June, but the groundwork is laid out and if this issue's mission is to make us remember what we loved about DC Comics in the first place ...mission accomplished!

Wow, this little comic sure does set up a new landscape for the DCU come June.  This Free Comic Book Day joint gives us a new Batman, a new writer changing the status quo on Superman and a peek at the future of the Justice League.  Plus, it's FREE!  Go grab it at your local comic book store or any way you can get your hands on it.

Jeff Lemire and Andrea Sorrentino have given fans an awesome Green Arrow and Futures End issue.  The way these two work together it just isn't fair to other creators.  They are so good and while it's sad this is their last issue, it's a great sendoff.  Highly Recommended.

Ultimately, our heroes prevailed and became better on their journey along the way.  The art was mind blowing especially the splash pages throughout this issue.  Seriously, they are truly poster worthy and I want them on my bedroom wall right now! Hey Pop, can you tell my girlfriend to let me do that? This story reached its end in such an organic and earned way that I have to give kudos to the entire team.  Thank you for putting out such a great throwback to mine and many other's childhoods. It was greatly appreciated.  Hey Eric, if you are reading...my score is just a gut feeling I have.  Trust the Gut!

If issue 1 indicates the story's quality and execution as we advance, I am all in. The nice thing about Bad Idea's shipping schedule is that they have so few books every month that I am inclined to give this issue at least two more reads before the next installment is released on June 2nd. The art, story, character building, and overall execution are on point. I have no complaints.

I love this book and if you aren't reading it right now, I cannot recommend highly enough that you should go to your local comic book shop and catch up on the series (or maybe at least wait for the first trade). We get dark and gritty situations that have been given some dark humor to really give the reader something unique from most comics out there. This issue in particular may have focused more on the fun side of this comic, but it's still a joy to read as the art, dialogue, and storytelling remain at the top of the game.

I loved this issue.  The big pull was supposed to be Lois and Clark together again and while it's great to see that, actually seeing Flashpoint Gotham was my favorite part.  Supes, Lois and Jimmy have their hands full and I can't wait to see how it ends next month.  Lee Week's art was great and him and Dan Jurgens have my early pick for best issue of the Event.

Last Month's Superman #1 was my best reviewed issue of the first month and I liked this one even better.  The only thing keeping it from a perfect score is that we don't get much of a Convergence ending.  We do get a heel of a Superman story filled with great characters and superb art.  Highly Recommended.

I could go on and on about how you should buy this book if you like this or that, but really, you should buy it because it kicks total ass!  It's Sci-Fi Adventure hilarity with characters that are so fleshed out that you will think of them as friends.  The story and art are beyond good and while I hate to recommend things for fear of retaliation, I give this entire series a huge thumbs up.  If you like cute little animals and babies, you should buy it.  If not, you are a monster!

Eliot Rahal, Daniel Kibblesmith and Kendall Goode finish up this initial arc of The Doorman and if you are a fan of sci-fi, fantasy, good books, laughing...you need to pick up the whole series. I haven't made any bones about it, I love it and I want more!

This book is a fantastic retelling of the X-Men story and perfect for new readers eager to learn and old salts looking to take a walk down memory lane. Ed Piskor doesn't give a page per page retelling, however, but takes all the years of expanded stories, puts them into place and makes it all easily digestible with his classic style. I can't wait for the next issue and hope that Marvel gives him free reign to do this for all of their franchises.

This book is a fantastic retelling of the X-Men story and perfect for new readers eager to learn and old salts looking to take a walk down memory lane.  Ed Piskor doesn't give a page per page retelling, however, but takes all the years of expanded stories, puts them into place and makes it all easily digestible with his classic style.  I can't wait for the next issue and hope that Marvel gives him free reign to do this for all of their franchises.

This was a great first issue. It got me hooked in. Honestly, I haven't read a first issue this good ever I think. I have great hope for this series and can not wait to read more. Definitely check this out and put it on your pull list. 

All in all, this is definitely a buy and I can't recommend this enough and can't wait to see what comes in the next issue.

Greg Rucka uses Rebirth to change the rules of the game. Instead of giving us a new origin, he is exploring why their isn't a definitive version in the first place. It all goes to another level when we realize that Wonder Woman is stuck in it all and wants out. The art is great, but it's Greg Rucka's story and focus that have me so excited to read whatever he has in store for us.

This issue could be entirely wordless and I'd suggest you go out and buy it for the art alone. With overly cluttered and claustrophobic art wrapped in dread filled beautiful colors it is absolutely masterful in setting a perfect tone for this story. The story is a bit tropey to start, but it does a fine job of steering around it and ends up adding some great touches by the end.

The Vision has become the family horror movie I need Marvel to make.  It's rare to find a book you're able to enjoy month in and month out regardless of what the overall story in the issue tends to be.  I love how King keeps us in a constant state of alert and I just have no idea what to expect next. Kudos goes to the entire creative team for staying sharp issue after issue and never wasting a page, a moment, or a panel in this series so far.  My only complaint is I see issue 12 and the series ending way too soon. 

This is another stellar issue of the Vision from beginning to end. We're currently all setup for an enormous grand finale, so strap in ladies and gentlemen and forget about trade-waiting. It's going to be a slobber-knocker you won't want to miss.

This isn't a book you can jump into and fully enjoy. You need to read this from start to finish and appreciate the entire masterpiece to get the full effect of its utter creepiness. There continues to be little bad to say about Vision as it remains the title, from the All-New All-Different Marvel lineup, that deserves your attention the most. Tom King, Gabriel Hernandez Walta, and Jordie Bellaire have come together to craft the perfect twelve issue mini-series, so keep a spot on your bookshelf warm.  Vision and his family's journey ends next month and I can't wait for the undoubtedly heart breaking send off. 

This issue is simply the cherry on top to a perfectly crafted sundae, a very unique addition to the Marvel super hero genre.

This issue is simply the cherry on top to a perfectly crafted sundae, a very unique addition to the Marvel super hero genre.

I can easily recommend this Anniversary issue to every Catwoman fan out there, but seriously, any true fan has been waiting months to get their hands on this. Better yet, though, I can also recommend it to anyone who wants to see some great art and read some pretty damn good stories with a kick-ass female lead who toes the line better than any character in comics.  

American Vampire 1976 #3 is wall-to-wall action that pays homage to the best of 70s cinema. The story moves at breakneck speed, sometimes literally breaking a few necks in the process. The monsters are brutal and terrifying as each team's mission goes more than sideways, and the twist cliffhanger sets up more fun and games in the next issue. I was thoroughly entertained by this issue.

Leave your preconceived notions at the door, pay the cover charge and rock and roll.  This book is a winner and I hope that everyone gives it a shot because it looks to be the beginning of something special.  Brenden Fletcher takes Dinah into new territory, but doesn't forget her past.  That combined with Annie Wu's awesome art makes it easy to recommend this book to everyone out there.  Jump on now so you can brag that you were there at the beginning.

This book has risen to the top of my charts in just two issue.  While that may seem too quick, Brenden Fletcher's characters and a thrown together rock band on the run from mysterious assassins have really piqued my interest.  I am still surprised with how much I love this book, but with the great art and exciting story, it shouldn't.  Highly recommended!

I would be satisfied with seeing the Black Canary band travel the country kicking ass on and off the stage, but Brenden Fletcher is giving us more.  We are seeing the band come together (again, on and off the stage) and Fletcher is dropping crazy reveal bombs left and right.  What we find out in this issue changes everything and I loved it.  Annie Wu and Lee Loughridge's art is like a tour poster come to ass kicking life and I can't recommend this issue and series enough.  By the way, Guns n' Roses were actually late to their gigs because Axl was a douche.

Brenden Fletcher is so good at breathing life into his characters that I even fell in love with the awful villain of this issue.  He scales back the story a bit and we get a Maeve origin and I couldn't be happier.  The art and story were top notch and the issue ends with Bo going from jilted ex lead singer to possible super villain.  Throw in a crazy white ninja saving the day and you got yourself a must read issue.  by the way, that's an order, not a description.

Since this is free, I can say things like the art is worth the price of admission alone and the story really gives you a bang for your buck, but I could say that even if this was a regular priced issue. Both stories have me eager to get back to the regular issues of each book and while Gerry Duggans Savage Avengers story was my favorite, Jason Aaron had me laughing throughout the first one as well. Great job!

I know it may sound like I'm gushing about this book, but I already love it.  The characters, setting and art are so magical that anyone that reads will surely join me.  I wonder where it fits in the grand scheme of the New 52, but for now I'm having too much fun to care. It's a pleasant surprise to me, but this book has jumped to the top of my pull list.

Two issues in and I'm completely sold on this book.  There really isn't a more charming book out there and it's just getting started. The underlying mysteries surrounding the Academy and it's students (and teachers) has me completely under it's spell and I can't wait for more.  Becky Cloonan, Brenden Fletcher and Karl Kerschl have a winner on their hands and I can whole heartily recommend to almost anyone, comic fan or not.

I don't know how many ways I can say it, I love this book.  Please do yourself and anyone you know a favor and read it.  It's a charming all-ages mystery with great characters and awesome art.  In other words, I love it.

This book continues being great and exciting, fun.  Becky Cloonan, Brenden Fletcher and Karl Kerschl continue giving fans a developing mystery and while we get some answers this month, we also get some intriguing new developments.  I love this book and recommend it to anyone and everyone.

Personal protest aside, I loved this issue and I continue to love every bit of this book.  How could I not?  I love the characters, setting, story and art.  Like I said, I love every bit of this book.  If you haven't been reading yet, jump on in.  Unless you have some dumb, personal protest or something.

Gotham Academy is one of my favorite books and this issue does more to set up the series going forward than wrap up the current arc and I loved it.  This book is oozing with character and I truly care about everyone in it.  I want more and I want it now.

Green Arrow #1 is precisely what I want from the Dawn of DC.  Joshua Williamson is tying up loose ends, but in a way that feels fresh and new.  The book looks fantastic, has some Rebirth feels, and sets up a mystery that could have big ripples throughout the DCU.  Highly Recommended!

Green Arrow Year One #1 is such a quick read that I had to make sure it was a complete issue.  Andy Diggle sets up the spoiled Oliver Queen heading for a fall really well and Jock's art is fantastic.  Even going in knowing what was bound to happen, I was still on the edge of my seat and can't wait to read the next issue.  Highly Recommended!

Green Arrow Year One #1 is such a quick read that I had to make sure it was a complete issue. Andy Diggle sets up the spoiled Oliver Queen heading for a fall really well and Jock's art is fantastic. Even going in knowing what was bound to happen, I was still on the edge of my seat and can't wait to read the next issue. Highly Recommended!

This is yet another great special issue of Harley Quinn.  Maybe it's just me, but Harley and Valentine's Day seem to go together in a sadistic, twisted and awesome way.  Throw in a campy filled issue that could have been lifted from a Batman '66 episode (that could never, ever be aired) and you've got yourself an issue that I can easily recommend to any Harley, Batman or comic fan out there.  Happy Valentine's Day.

Anyway, the series was great especially this last issue. Again, it had its ups and downs mainly because I didn't know where it was going. This is an example as to why you sometimes need to stick through a series to the end. If I didn't, I never would have gotten to this amazing issue. Pick up the entire series and feel free to read it with your kids. They will love it too. How many books can you and your littlest both read and enjoy? Trust me and go for it! I have no doubt you will love it! 

Pick this issue up but make sure to read the arc first. With Thanos done, I think this may be top dog in my pull list. 

If you have been reading New Suicide Squad then go out and get this Annual immediately.  It's that good and brings the current arc to an amazing close.  It also sets up the new status quo going forward and redeems a character that I thought I'd never like.  Great job by everyone involved.

Basically, you should read this entire series again, or at least 4 times, and also buy the FF trades while you're at it, oh and Secret War, oh and again just read anything Hickman writes and you'll be pleased. I totally recommend this book, this issue, and until he lets me down, you should read all Hickman you can get your hands on.

The potential for great things involving SHIELD is currently out there now and I hope Hickman or anyone for that matter runs with it. If you're a Hickman fan, get the issue. If you can wait, the hardcover comes out next month with 6 issues in it. I totally recommend a reread of the entire thing and have no doubt this hardcover will be on my bookshelf at home.

Swamp Thing: Futures End #1 really has nothing to do with the main Futures End story and in this case, I'm glad.  Charles Soule gives the readers a great story of what the Avatar of the Green can accomplish with five years of wanting and planning.  Jesus Saiz's art is the best he's done and the combination of everything makes a must read issue for fans.

Altogether the blend of a great script and bold yet simplistic art make this an issue #1 worth picking up, and a series to look forward to.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Turtles in Time #1 is a great book to read if you want some unabashed fun and hilarity.  Everything is fun from Paul Allor's fast paced script to Ross Campbell's cartoony art.  Anyone with even the slightest interest in the Turtles needs to read this book.  Highly Recommended.

I know that we are a DC Comics centric site, but I will now lie to any of you...The Paybacks is my favorite comic book.  I loved the first run from Dark Horse, but Eliot Rahal, Donny Cates and Geoff Shaw have returned (thanks to Heavy Metal) with a vengeance and everything feels new, exciting and awesome!  I rarely tell people to go out and buy a comic just because I happen to like it, but I beg you to go out right now and get this issue...even if it's just to ensure I get more issues!  Trust me, I am giving it the score it deserves.

Donny Cates, Eliot Rahal, and Geoff Shaw combine to give readers such a great satire of superhero comics, but this issue shows that they can do more than laugh and point at the status quo.  This issue can proudly sit alongside the Avengers and the Justice League as an equal even as it makes fun of them.  That's a winning combination and one that has me fired up to read the rest of the series asap.  If you are a fan of superhero comics, you'll love The Paybacks.  If you hate superhero comics, you may just love it more.

This is the penultimate issue of the series and while it is mainly set up for the finale, I loved it still.  I really cannot recommend this series enough to every comic fan out there.  With the sequel coming out this summer, why not jump in now and get caught up?  I did and it was one of the best decisions I have made since eating ten tacos in one minute to win fifty cents!

The only thing I can say bad about this series and this issue, in particular, is that I want so much more. Thankfully, Heavy Metal continued it because it really feels like things were heating up...probably because they are. We finally see the mystery big bad and it just opens up a world of possibilities going forward. If you haven't read it yet, do yourself a favor and grab the trade and thank me later.

Cameron Stewart and Karl Kerschl buck the trend of video game tie-ins by not only making a good comic, but one that might be better than the source material.  It's only the first issue, but I'm already invested in the characters and can't wait to see what happens next.  If you enjoy the Assassin's Creed games and didn't read this when it first came out, Get your hands on it and enjoy.

I really couldn't ask for much more from this series debut. We get gruesome over the top action and gore contrasted by a sentimental drive for revenge. We get some peaks at some amazing characters and little hints to some world building. At times there is a little too much borrowing of other IP's, but beyond that I loved every second of this first issue.

After how much I loved the first three issues, this one took a step back, but it was a miniscule step. There were some awesome moments, but the stuff in between those moments was a little dull. The cliffhanger brought it back up for me, and I can't wait for #5.

When a character that's only been around since 1975 is already on its eighth different ongoing series, it's usually not good news. That normally means that a lot of different things have been tried and none have caught on. But Jeff Lemire has taken a whole different approach to the character and is elevating Moon Knight beyond what anyone expected. If you're looking for a great new comic that seems to get better with every issue, you need to check out Moon Knight.

I absolutely love this series. Jeff Lemire is weaving an amazing story with Moon Knight. Even though I miss Greg Smallwood's art, the story more than makes up for it. Sure, I have no clue what exactly is going on, but I can't wait to find out.

This is down issue for me, yet I'm still giving it an 8. That's how good this series is. Jeff Lemire hasn't let me down with this character yet, so I'm looking forward to seeing how he wraps all of this together. Seriously, read this book.

Call it a clich, but I really can't wait until next month. This book is so good. The story is confusing as hell but also intriguing as hell. I only wish DC had this book so it could come out twice a month. I say it every month, but you really need to pick this up.

Please, Mr. Marvel, never take Jeff Lemire off of this book. He is telling a Moon Knight story like no writer ever has. Even though not much happens in this one, my faith is in Lemire that there will be a payoff.

Jeff Lemire continues his trippy, long-form story by giving us a glimpse at a young Marc Spector. I've loved every issue so far, and I can't wait to see where Lemire takes this book next.

This book may not be for everyone. Some people might not like the fact that the story isn't getting any clearer and more questions keep getting raised. Some people might not like the art style. Some might hate the long-form story that doesn't have natural arcs. I am definitely not one of those people. I love everything that I just mentioned. My only complaint is that one issue a month isn't enough for me. I want more.

This book is, without a doubt, my favorite book I'm reading from any publisher at the moment. I can't get enough of it. Each month while I'm waiting for the next issue to come out, I keep rereading the rest of the run and trying to predict what's coming next. Any fan of good storytelling that doesn't mind a slow burn will enjoy this book. Do yourself a favor and give it a try.

After this finale, I can officially say that this series ismy favorite run of any comic I've ever read. I am very sad to see it come to anend, but I loved reading every single issue, and will re-read it for years. Ifyou're a fan of comics at all, give this book a try. It is awesome.

 Smallville: Alien #8 is a great book with great character moments that make Miller's books so good.  Add Salazar's stellar art and you get a must buy.

Smallville: Alien #9 is a great story with great art.  Bryan Q. Miller throws so many twists and turns at the reader and each are potential game changers.  I'm just glad that this comes out weekly because I'm not sure I could take a longer wait for the next chapter.

Bryan Q. Miller and Edgar Salazar continue the goodness in Alien #10.  Though it's a bit of a breather issue it's not just filler.  The fate of Earth(s) is lying in the balance and this issue is the calm before the storm.  I can't wait for next week.

Smallville: Alien continues the great story with an action packed chapter 11.  Bryan Q, Miller gives us a hell of a ride with Batman versus Batman, Superman versus the Monitor and a flying Otis saving the day. Go buy this book.

Smallville: Alien #12 is a great ending to another great arc.  It ties up the story and sets up the future of the book so there isn't much more you could ask for.  The character development and great art make it one of the best books out there so do yourself a favor and read it.

I can't think of a funnier book to recommend to comic book fans.  Donny Cates and Eliot Rahal rip everything a new a-hole and had me laughing every step of the way.  This book is the bastard child of Watchmen and Naked Gun and yes, that is a huge compliment.  Highly Recommended.

Donny Cates, Eliot Rahal and Geoff Shaw combine to give readers such a great satire of superhero comics, but this issue shows that they can do more than laugh and point at the status quo.  This issue can proudly sit alongside the Avengers and the Justice League as an equal even as it makes fun of them.  That's a winning combination and one that has me fired up to read the rest of the series asap.  If you are a fan of superhero comics, you'll love The Paybacks.  If you hate superhero comics, you may just love it more.

This is the penultimate issue of the series and while it is mainly setup for the finale, I loved it still.  I really cannot recommend this series enough to every comic fan out there.  With the sequel coming out this summer, why not jump in now and get caught up?  I did and it was one of the best decisions I have made since eating ten tacos in one minute to win fifty cents!

The only thing I can say bad about this series and this issue in particular is that I want so much more. Thankfully, Heavy Metal is continuing it because it really feels like things are just heating up...probably because they are.  We finally see the mystery big bad and it just opens up a world of possibilities going forward.  I will be reviewing The Paybacks when it comes out this Summer and I can't wait!!!  If you haven't read it yet, do yourself a favor and grab the trade (it just came out), but remember, it's mine!

Batman: Futures End #1 is a special issue that fans of the current Batman need to read.  Ray Fawkes ties so much together and leaves so many stories to be told.  While it's not essential to the Futures End story and I was not a fan of Aco's art, I still loved every minute reading this comic.  At the end, Bruce says, "Gotham must always have a Batman" and you know what?  He's right.

In the press release for this issue, Valiant promised that this issue was an "All-New Jumping On Point" and they are not liars.  I came into this issue with a very limited knowledge of Bloodshot and his Universe, but by the end, I was a big fan.  Jeff Lemire may not ease you in more than throw you to the wolves, but everyone get thrown in equally.  The story is exciting and intriguing and it ends with the curtain being lifted enough to make it even better.  If you've been waiting to read Bloodshot Reborn, this is the issue to do so.

Marguerite Bennett and Elsa Charretier give fans of Bombshells a great story and the beginning of a new team.  The added bonus is that it is a great jumping on point for new readers as well.  This issue has me totally onboard with this series going forward and is even forcing me to read back issues to catch up.  Yes, it's that good.  The combination of story and art is actually beyond good and if the Bombshell's Universe intrigues you, grab this issue and get totally hooked.  I know I did!

Green Arrow #24 is that rare comic that has it all.  The story is nonstop adventure and action and the art is breathtaking.  The book is made to be a jumping on point for the uninitiated and also has enough fan service to please long time fans.  Seriously, do yourself a favor and pick this one up.

Lemire and Sorrentino takes the loose Zero Year ties and turns it into the strongest tie-in to date.  Oliver and Batman are heroes at the beginning of their careers and it shows.  The interaction between them, Diggle and a certain murderous insect are great.  Highly recommended.

Green Arrow #26 is a great start to the Outsiders War arc and a great comic in general.  The art and storytelling are fantastic and has the bonus of being newcomer friendly.  To say there is no reason not to read this is ridiculous because everyone is reading it already, right?  If not, go out now and buy Lemire and Sorrentino's entire Green Arrow run and get cracking!

Green Arrow #27 is a must read for Green Arrow fans.  The Outsider's War is heating up and with Lemire and Sorrentino at the helm, this train is making hay.  Seriously, pick it up now.

Green Arrow #28 has it all.  Lemire's storytelling is top notch and Sorrentino's art is second to none.  The Outsiders War is nearing an end, but it is so good I wish it could last forever.  Highly recommended.

Green Arrow #29 continues the Outsiders War, but it's the continued character development that I really enjoyed.  Lemire and Sorrentino have created such varied characters and such a great world for Ollie to fight with and in and in this issue it really pays off.  The ending is crazy, but I'm counting on Lemire to make it all better next month.  Damn it, I can't wait until next month.

Green Arrow #30 continues the Outsiders War and while Jeff Lemire throws so many characters at the reader, it is a more personal fight for Ollie.  Andrea Sorrentino's art combined with Lemire's writing make this a book that's hard to beat.

Green Arrow #31 ends the Outsiders War in great fashion.  The story is great and the art is awesome.  What else can I say?  Everyone should be reading this book and this arc is as great a place to start as any.  Highly recommended.

Green Arrow #32 is a great jumping on point for new readers, but is an awesome book for longtime readers as well.  It's such a great combination of old and new and Lemire and Sorrentino do it all so well.  Please read this book and make it the best seller it deserves to be.

Jeff Lemire and Andrea Sorrentino just don't know how to make a bad issue of Green Arrow.  This month they give us great action, dialogue and Emiko.  She is so good and is poised to be a breakout character.  I'm sad their run is coming to an end, but I'm so glad I was around to enjoy every bit of it.  Highly Recommended.

Green Arrow #34 is a bittersweet, but satisfying end to an incredible run.  Lemire, Sorrentino and Maiolo are such a great team and it's a shame to see them go.  However, they show their greatness one last time by tying things up and leaving so much potential for the new creative team.  This is how a run should end.

Conner and Palmiotti tone down the inappropriateness a bit to give three really good Holiday stories.  Harley is involved, so things still get nutty and hilarious, but it was a nice break for the Holiday Season.  All three artists do a great job and at the risk of sounding cheesy, this was a great early present for anyone who picks this issue up.  Highly recommended.

Boom Studios here take my money. This is a fast paced exhilarating first issue. It pulls on the heart strings but avoids being a social justice warrior commentary. It's gritty, gory, and engaging. Kim's sequential story telling is excellent. The writing is quite good also. Because these characters are completely new to me it did require a second read for me to really connect with the characters and their actions within the story. But, the second read was just as enjoyable as the first.

Jimmy Palmiotti, Justin Gray and John Timms start off their near future, brain controlling, action movie mystery book off in style.  I am intrigued to see where it is all going and am already invested in the main characters, Spencer and Kalina.  Hey, it's pretty much Team Harley Quinn giving us a story that's a combination of The Last of Us, 1984, Minority Report and a whole bunch of other things I'm too stupid to know about.  Highly Recommended.

I was really impressed with Vertigo's first digital effort. The Wolf Among Us is not just for Fables fans as Sturges and Justus do an excellent job getting everyone up to speed in no time at all. Mix in Steve Sadowski's nice art and I'm definitely coming back for more. If you are a fan of Fables or similar fiction (Once Upon a Time, Grimm...) or just want a mature title with an intriguing story, check this out. Highly Recommended.

Fables: The Wolf Among Us #2 is another really good issue for this young series.  The mature storytelling feels fresh and the art is really good.  Things obviously never go right for Bigby Wolf and if I was a betting man, I'd say they are about to get worse.  I know I'll be there no matter what because I'm sold on this series.  Highly Recommended.

Even if you are tired of the grimness of Futures End, you'll love this issue.  It's fun, ridiculous and has the Joker.  This issue is just another reason why Conner, Palmiotti and Hardi are one of my favorite creative teams today.

If you are an Invader Zim fan, you should be reading this comic.  The gangs all here and Vasquez and Alexovich make sure they are just like you remember.  If you never watched the cartoon and always wanted to see what the buzz was about, this issue is a great jumping on point and should make you into an instant fan.  It's a great, all-ages comic that is fun. looks great and had me laughing the whole way through.  That doesn't happen often.

Invader Zim #2 continues the fun that Invader Zim #1 started.  I hope that Invader Zim #3 continues what Invader ZIm #2 did.  Don't get me started about Invader Zim #4...Wait a second.  I'm sorry, let me close the Comic Reviews for Dummies book.  Okay, that's better.  This series is a dream come true for Invader Zim fans and those who want to know what all the hype was (is?) about.  If you are in either of those groups or just want to read a hilarious comic with great characters, give this book a try.  I bet you Logan would love it if I can just stop him from doing all that playing and exercising.

After the three origin stories, we finally get to the heart of the matter, but if you expected the Justice League to just be handed to the reader, you would be dead wrong.  J.M. DeMatteis gets everyone (new readers included) up to speed and then presents us with a couple of intriguing mysteries while showing us that we are still a bit from seeing the Justice League.  Everything up until now has been all about character so I wouldn't expect anything different from this story.  Thony Silas' art is great as usual and I can't wait to read the next issue.  Highly recommended.

J. M. DeMatteis opens up the world of Gods and Monsters this issue and I loved everything we see.  Favorite characters are introduced and we get a glimpse of the reason the Justice League will eventually be formed.  It's not exactly heroic, but that's what makes it so great.  Thony Silas' art is a treat to look at and the story is moving ahead and in a different direction than I ever imagined.  I want more now!

This issue was a bit heavy on the setup, but watching Superman and Wonder Woman in the Eternity Institute and Batman looking for clues in San Francisco was still great.  We are still far from seeing the Justice League, but the pieces of the puzzle are beginning to come together, even as the mystery of Jackson Alpert widens.  Thony Silas continues nailing the art and as usual, I can't wait for next issue.

J.M. DeMatteis has another winner on his hands.  He follows up his excellent Batman story with a great new take on Superman that has me guessing (and anticipating) what comes next.  Moritat's art really shines here and is perfect for this story.  I can't recommend this issue and the whole series enough.

If the first issue of this story wasn't dark enough for you, I think you'll be okay with this one. Superman is dark and brooding,,,and he isn't even Superman yet. Even though this is only a three issue story, J.M. DeMatties is taking his time telling this story and it's already paying off. I am rooting for Hernan even while I'm afraid of him. Moritiat's art is great, but it's his color work that makes it so special. Highly Recommended.

This issue ends the awesome Superman origin story in a dark and fitting way.  J.M. DeMatteis used the first two issues to set up Hernan as a conflicted character and it pays off big time here.  The pain and scars he bears make this Superman feels so real even as bullets bounce off his chest.  Mortitat's art helps tell the story and make this book a joy to look at.  Overall, this was another great issue in a series that hasn't let me down yet.  Bring on Wonder Woman!

The Unwritten - Apocalypse #1 is a book unlike any I've read. It's thought provoking, confusing, funny, mature and a delight to look at. Mike Carey shows the reader the path without guiding them by the hand and Peter Gross makes the journey inspiring to look at. New readers can start the journey, but I'm guessing veterans will get the most out of it. Being one of the new, I'm still looking forward to taking the leap and learning more about Tom Taylor and the World he lives in.

Overall, The Unwritten - Apocalypse #2 is a complex, dense and layered story. Mike Carey makes you work for your enjoyment, but it's worth the effort. It helps that Peter Gross' art is so good as well. I recommend this issue and series to anyone looking for a great story that isn't spoon fed to the reader.

The Unwritten - Apocalypse #3 is a dense, mysterious and awesome issue. Mike Carey makes you work for your meal, but in the end it's well worth it. Peter Gross' art tells the story just as much as the words on the pages his awesome drawings inhabit. If you are looking for a mature and literate title, this is the one you should be reading. Highly Recommended.

The Unwritten - Apocalypse #4 ends the War Stories arc in grand fashion with great dialogue and characterizations. Mike Carey ties in old and new threads to make this a story that demands to be read. It's really that good. Peter Gross' gets to show his flair for expression and emotions that makes the combination of art and story seamless. Please read this book.

The Unwritten is a book about the power of storytelling so it's no surprise this issue is so strong on that front. This issue is a backstory, a one-shot and a setup all rolled up into one. Mr. Bun fans will be thrilled and everyone else will enjoy another great issue. Either way, this book is one of my favorites and highly recommended.

The Unwritten - Apocalypse #6 is as straight forward an issue as you might get in this series.  Mike Carey gives us great setup to the upcoming conflict and Peter Gross' art is amazing.  Anyone looking for a mature title with a great story and art should get this book now.

Grant Morrison has reached back to give fans a different take on Wonder Woman that is new, exciting, yet still familiar. This book is easy to get into, but with itstwists and turns andbeautiful art, is very hard to put down. I highly recommend this to every comic book fan, but if you are a Wonder Woman fan, I demand you pick it up. You can thank me later.

Injustice 2 is here and it was worth the wait.  Tom Taylor doesn't need big explosions or fights to impress, just the great characterizations that made his original Injustice such a hit.  Bruno Redondo joins in with excellent art and Injustice 2 is a book I can easily recommend.

If you have even a little interest in the Injustice 2 game or great comics in general, pick up this book. It's already the book I look most forward to each week and with art and characters this great, I don't see that changing anytime soon. Highly Recommended.

This is another great chapter of Injustice 2 and while we get more questions instead of answers, we also get some kick ass action and fantastic art. Injustice 2 has quickly become my favorite book to read each week.

Tom Taylor and Bruno Redondo don't seem to able to do any wrong when it comes to Injustice. We get a couple of great reunions, a scene that fans will love so much and a cliffhanger that will certainly make you come back next week. Seriously, you'll get more out of this one digital chapter than some "big" books give you in an entire arc. If you haven't given this series a try, jump on now while it's just getting started, I promise you, you won't regret it.

While this is more of a setup issue than the four before it, Tom Taylor gives fans of Team Harley/Oliver/Dinah a really great moment and ends the issue with an awesome cliffhanger. The art byDaniel Sampere was really good and this continues being my favorite book out right now.

This is another good chapter of Injustice 2 and one I can get behind as usual. There are some nice reveals and great art, but still, it all is a setup for the ending where the big stuff happens. The big stuff being a dark threesome that I can't wait to see more of.

This is my favorite chapter of Injustice 2 so far.  Yes, it's because it's a Harley Quinn issue, but also because of the other awesome characters who turn up.  The best part is we don't get much of them so I can look forward to that soon.  The art, story and character work in this book are top notch and I love it.

This is a great character chapter of Injustice 2. While mostly a flashback, it's both bittersweet and paves the way for a redemption story down the road...or an even eviler one! Either way, the story and art kill it again and I can't recommend this series enough.

Injustice: Gods Among Us #23 is another winner.  Tom Taylor's script is excellent and the art team of Casas, Lopez and Raapack back it up.  This comic continues to impress week in and week out.

Injustice Gods Among Us #30 is a lull in the action, but it is a welcome lull.  Those readers who like to see the inspirational and good Superman are in for a treat.  Though this is not a must read by any means, it is an issue that left me with a huge smile on my face.

Tom Taylor has delivered another strong issue of Injustice: Gods Among Us.  Like the series as a whole, if you played the game you know that some twists won't stick and other turns lead to different paths.  What is great about this comic though, is that you see how these events slowly develop and come into play.  Some of us may know how the story ends, but isn't it the journey that really counts?

Injustice: Gods Among Us #32 is another winner.  Tom Taylor's script is excellent and the art team of Casas, Lopez and Raapack back it up.  This comic continues to impress week in and week out.

Injustice : Gods Among Us #33 continues Tom Taylor's great streak.  Green Arrow shows what a hero does when he has no hope and Superman shows what a man does when he's pushed too far.  A sad moment in a tale full of sad moments to come.

Meanwhile, Batman knows he must synthesize the super pill or everyone will die at the hands of the man of steel.  This issue is an emotional one.  The Kent's and Jor-El beg Superman to come to his senses while Batman tries to solve the problem on his own.  Catwoman shows how much she loves Batman and he does the same in his own special way.  The big battle is on the horizon.The story has been so good that I sometimes forget to mention the art.  Mike Miller's art is great.  Everything about this book is great.  Once again, Tom Taylor has produced an outstanding issue.  The emotional ride continues and we get to see how the feud between Superman and Batman is effecting everyone one around them.  Highly recommended.

Injustice: Gods Among Us #35 is another great chapter in a great run.  We finally get to see Batman and Superman square off and the wait has been worth it.  Everything rings true between them which makes the end result even more upsetting.  I seem to say it every week, but I can't wait until next issue.

Injustice has be so good every week. This book deserves to be read by everyone who is any sort of superhero fan. The wait until the next issue will be painful, but at least we got another stellar issue as a send off.

I really enjoyed Smallville: Harbinger #1.  Bryan Q. Miller can write Superman, but he shows he can write Zatanna as well.  I really like the art of Daniel HDR and the final pages promise a fun teamup for this miniseries.

Smallville: Harbinger #2 is a great continuation of Bryan Q. Miller's miniseries.  This issue focused more on characterization and it's all the better for it.  Constantine and Zatanna are so good together and they better be because the true villain is a big one.

Smallville: Harbinger #3 is a fun, action packed romp featuring two of DC's favorite dark characters.  Zatanna and Constantine go so well together and Bryan Q. Miller does them justice.  Combine that with excellent art by Daniel HDR and you have yourself a winner.  Highly recommended.

Smallville: Harbinger #4 wraps up the mini series in such a satisfying way.  Bryan Q. Miller gives us a conclusion to the arc, but also the promise of these characters coming back later, which is great.  We also get a great cameo and a huge (HUGE) twist reveal that will have Teen Titans fans so happy.  Highly Recommended.

Smallville: Teen Titans #1 is a great start to the miniseries.  It reads like a lost pilot to a Smallville spin off television series.  It is fun and action packed and should be read by Smallville and Teen Titan fans alike.  Highly recommended.

Smallville: Titans #2 was another solid issue.  Instead of the breakneck action of last issue, we get more characterization and back story.  The team and the book are all the better for it.  I can't wait for next issue.

The Royals: Masters of War #1 is a great start to a new story that is both exciting and intriguing.  Rob Williams has set the stage for a great tale and the art of Simon Coleby is just as impressive.  Fans of superheroes and/or military comics should pay attention because this has the potential to be very special.

The Royals: Masters of War #2 is another good chapter in this six part series.  Rob Williams gives World Super Powers a whole new meaning and Simon Coleby's art makes the alternate tale come to life.  If you are a comic buff who likes history or a history buff who reads comics, do yourself a favor and pick this book up.

Rob Williams and Simon Coleby have a winner that everyone can enjoy.  It's so much more than a War book or a superhero book.  The story is character driven and the art is epic.  Highly Recommended.

The Royals: Masters of War #4 is another great issue in an already great series.  The horrors of War are seen first hand and a new Royal has entered the battle.  This book should be in every one's pull list.

The Royals: Masters of War #5 is the best of an already excellent series.  Rob Williams and Simon Coleby have given us a mature, thought provoking comic that is also so much damn fun.  This book deserves to be read by everyone.  Highly Recommended.

I loved this issue and the series as a whole.  I'm sad to see it end, but wouldn't want it any other way.  If you are looking for a mature comic that is action packed, thought provoking and beautiful, pick up the whole series now.  You will not be disappointed.  Highly recommended.

While this oversized one-shot could have been a bit more new reader/tv watcher friendly, it is a great comic for Adventure Time fans and a fun story for anyone who wants to believe that there is a hero in all of us.  Christopher Hastings and Ian McGinty make sure that everyone can get nice and comfy in the Land of Ooo with music and fun and if you're not careful you might learn something before it's done.  Hey, Hey...Wait a minute.  Strike that.  Reverse it..."Adventure Time!"

Tom Taylor uses this Annual to give fans a fun, body switching story and if you are a sucker for that like myself, you will love it. Everything here, from the characters to the art, pushes the wacky story forward and when it ended, I wanted so much more. Please have this happen some more!

Tom Taylor uses this Annual to give fans a fun, body switching story and if you are a sucker for that like myself, you will love it.  Everything here, from the characters to the art, pushes the wacky story forward and when it ended, I wanted so much more.  Please have this happen some more!

Animal Man #26 is the beginning of the end.  Jeff Lemire sets up a meaningful end for Buddy Baker and expands the mythos of the Red and Green in the process.  Cully Hamner's art is good, it just doesn't fit the dark tone of the book.  I'm sad to see Animal Man go, but Lemire has set the pieces up for a great finale.

Animal Man #27 is the beginning of the end of one of the best New 52 books out there.  Jeff Lemire and Rafael Albuquerque give us a great issue that sets up what is bound to be an exciting conclusion.  It's bitter sweet, but I can't wait to see how it ends.

Animal Man is ending soon, but Jeff Lemire is going out swinging.  Animal Man #28 is a treat for long time readers and the art and colors by Rafael Albuquerque and Dave McCaig makes it great to look at as well.  It's not new reader friendly, but if you haven't read Animal Man yet, just go back to the beginning and start reading.  Those up to speed will love this issue.

Animal Man #29 is a great ending for longtime fans of the book.  Lemire and Foreman give readers everything they could ask for and more.  If you don't shed a tear by the end, you have no soul.  

Joshua Williamson gives fans an Annual that is light-hearted and hilarious.  It also looks fantastic thanks to Dale Eaglesham, Clayton Henry, and Gleb Melnikov.  Overall, this isn't going to change the DCU (or is it?), but it just may make you smile, and that might be more important these days. Highly Recommended!

Higgins and Silas are really making Batman Beyond 2.0 a great read.  This issue has action, reveals and a cliff hanger ending that will leave you wanting the next issue now.  The two of them are making their own mark on Batman Beyond that long time fans and newbies can both love.  Highly recommended.

Batman Beyond 2.0 continues to be so good.  Higgins and Silas' love of the source material comes through loud and clear.  This issue may lack Batman but it makes up for it with a strong supporting cast, a return of a favorite villain and a huge and exciting reveal.  This is a great issue and easy to recommend.

Kyle Higgins and Thony Silas make Batman Beyond 2.0 the gem of DC's digital line.  Issue #9 is no exception as they start a new arc in style.  A tired villain not withstanding, I am looking forward to see how everything unfolds.

Kile Higgins and Thony Silas continue the quality with Batman Beyond 2.0 #10.  Though it's a setup issue, what it sets up is awesome.  The character growth is great and the final page sets up some real excitement in the near future.  The Bat Men is really coming together to be a real fun arc.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #11 is all about relationships, strained, old and blosoming.  Though it lacks action, Higgins and Silas give us the same quality read they have since the book started.  I am looking forward to the story moving a little faster, but for now I'll enjoy these little character moments because they are sure to pay off down the road.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #12 is all action and after a few setup issue, is a great change of pace.  Higgins and Silas are giving readers the gem of the DC Digital titles and I suggest reading it right away.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #13 continues Kyle Higgins and Thony Silas' reign as DC tag team champs.  If you have any interest in Batman, Batman Beyond or a well told story with great art, start buying this book now.

Kyle Higgins and Thony Silas are really giving Batman Beyond fans a treat.  This month we get the bonus of seeing an old Bruce Wayne dealing with the decisions of his past.  It is a bit heartbreaking and leads to his decision at the end of the comic.  It's a bold move that may have dire consequences and I can't wait to see how it all works out.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #15 is a great finale to the Bat Men arc.  It ends with a bang, but it's what the characters learn about themselves and each other that make it great.  Thony Silas' art is a great match for Higgins' story and characters.  It's the characters that make this book and after this arc the book is stronger than ever.

Kyle Higgins gives Dick Grayson and Barbara Gordon fans a treat this week. Everyone knows they should be together, but in the Beyond 2.0 Universe it wasn't meant to be. However, this issue at least sets them back on the path of friendship. It's great. Heartbreaking and great.

Kyle Higgins starts a new arc with a bang.  Batman Beyond 2.0 #17 is crazy, confusing and really good.  I can't wait to see what happens next and I'm not even sure what just happened now.

Kyle Higgins continues the Justice Lords story and I'm hooked.  There are surprises, mysteries, action and humor.  Mateo Guerrero fills in for Thony Silas and does a fine job.  Every DC fan should check this out.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #19 is setup.  What it sets up is awesome, but not much happens until the end.  As a fan of the series, I still ate it up and the art is great.  Fans will enjoy it, but I think this issue will fit in better when the event is collected.  This is the first time I had to say that about a Batman Beyond 2.0 issue yet.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #20 may be long winded in the fight scene department, but it's dialogue and character moments are top notch. We do get to see Lord Batman Beyond in action which is awesome and the cliffhanger sets up an epic battle to come.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #21 is another great issue.  I've been accused of throwing the term "game changer" around too often but this my friends is a game changer.  I can't wait to see where Kyle Higgins goes from here.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #22 is hard to put a score on.  Your enjoyment will depend greatly on your opinion of what happened last issue.  I felt a little cheated, but Kyle Higgins story coupled with Thony Silas' art did so much to ease my pain.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #23 is another great issue of the Justice Lords story.  Higgins gives more great character moments that make the upcoming battle so much more personal.  The lives of two Worlds are at stake and I can't wait to see how it ends.  Thony Silas' art is as impressive as ever and really fits the story to "T" (pun intended).  Highly Recommended.

Kyle Higgins and Thony Silas end their side of the Justice Lords story in grand fashion.  While it was as action packed as I expected, it was the personal moments during the wrap up that I loved the most.  This, like the whole series, is a must-read for Batman Beyond, Kyle Higgins and comic fans in general.  Highly Recommended.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #25 feels more like a reboot than just the start of a new arc.  Kyle Higgins is joined by Alec Siegel in beginning the story of Terry learning the truth about his Father.  This is a great jumping on point for new readers and anyone who loves Batman Beyond will find so much to love already. I know the story is just beginning, but it already feels big and important.  Don't miss out.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #26 is a must read for any Batman Beyond fan.  Higgins and Siegel are writing what is quickly becoming a classic. Hester and Rousseau do there part with art that shows the myriad of emotions running through each character.  I really can't find anything wrong with this issue.  It's that good.  Highest Recommendation.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #27 is an issue all about trust.  The cracks are beginning to show in the Bruce-Terry relationship, but this isn't the first time Bruce has had this problem.  The issue continues the awesome Mark of the Phantasm arc, but has ties to so much more. This is required reading for anyone who considers themselves a Batman Beyond fan.  Highly recommended.

If you are a fan of the Batman Beyond cartoon and/or Batman: The Animated Series you owe it to yourself to read this series.  Start from the beginning, but when you get to this Mark of the Phantasm arc you will be blown away.  Higgins and Siegel are taking chances and it's paying off in a big way.  I really can't find anything wrong with this issue at all.  Just get it and thank me later.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #29 may not be as shocking as last week, but Higgins and Siegel still manage to throw some surprises at the reader. Phil Hester gets the full issue to show what he can do and the end result of it all is another strong issue of a great book. Recommended.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #30 continues the great Mark of the Phantasm story. This issue may be the calm before next week's storm, if calm means kick ass battles and a shocking end. Barbara Gordon fans get a great moment and Bruce continues to drive Terry further away. Phil Hester's art fits Higgins and Siegel's dark story so well. I don't want the story to end, but I can't wait to see how it does.

I can't say enough about this issue, but especially the whole arc.  So much of it was jaw dropping and game changing. The Mark of the Phantasm story should go down as one of the best Batman Beyond stories of all time and seriously deserves to be made into an animated film immediately.  I applaud everyone involved and can't wait to see how they even attempt to top this.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #32 is another great start to the newest must read arc.  Kyle Higgins and Alec Siegel throw nonstop reveals and twists at the reader and Thony Silas is back where he belongs.  I can't wait for next week.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #33 continues the "All In" story and I'm...well, all in.  Higgins and Seigel continue making a book that is great for newcomers, but so special for fans of the franchise.  Thony Silas' art is a perfect match for the story and this issue is no exception. With the recent news of this book's cancellation, great issues like this are even harder to read.  Damn you, Kyle...and thanks for such a great series.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #34 may be mostly setup and I don't mind one bit.  Higgins and Siegel are showing what's at stake and who's involved before everything goes to hell.  I don't want this series to end, but I can't wait to see what happens when it does.  Plus, we may get to see how Dick lost his eye!  Awesome.

This isn't the best issue of Batman Beyond 2.0 I've ever read, but it's why I will miss this series so much.  Even the setup issues are great.  Kyle Higgins gives fans just enough information to keep them interested and everything he sets up, pays off big time.  I can't wait for next week, even if it's one step closer to the inevitable end.

This issue may feel a bit rushed for a finale, but it was still good.  Higgins, Siegel and Silas don't make bad issue and this one sets up the final arc which is bound to break my heart while also being awesome.  Recommended.

This issue is the beginning of the end and it was pretty good.  Rewire is back and looking for the same creepy thing that Terry has been up to for a while now.  Of course this is a DC book, so Dick Grayson is near death and a pawn in the whole thing.  Thony Silas does his usual great job on art and I can't wait until next week.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #38 is another really good issue.  It is a middle issue of the story, so there is bound to be setup, but the action and character moments are so great you barely notice.  Higgins, Seigel and Silas are firing on all cylinders to end this run in style. I just hope Dick Grayson is there to take a final bow.

Batman Beyond 2.0 #39 may be the penultimate issue of the series, but Higgins, Siegel and Silas don't hold anything back.  Fans of this book don't need me to tell them how good it is and if you haven't read it yet, do so now.  This is one of the best books out there and while I will be sad when it's over, I can'[t wait to see what happens.  Highly Recommended.

Kyle Higgins, Alec Siegel and Thony Silas end their run and while I'm sad the series is over, I enjoyed this low key finale.  Fans may not have found out the backstory of Dick's eye patch (boo!), but the loose ends were tied up like a bow and everything is in place for the book to return, hopefully in the near future.  Batman Beyond 2.0 has been my favorite book and if you haven't read it yet, start for the beginning and find out why.  Thank you Kyle, Thony and Alec for a hell of a good read.

I really enjoyed all these issue when they came out digitally and I liked them even more collected. These four stories had great action and crazy moments. Yes, I wish one development would have stuck a bit longer, but it doesn't ruin the overall quality. Higgins and Gage are giving us a great story and Silas and Soy's art is consistently awesome. Do yourself a favor and read this collected work and all the issues of both books. The below score is not an average, but my overall feeling of the collected edition.

Batman and Robin Annual #2 is Peter J. Tomasi's love letter to Robin fans. Seeing Dick Grayson as Robin is a scarce site in the New 52 and any Damian is welcome. If stories like these could continue in the regular Batman and Robin, I'd be a very happy man.

Batman and Robin Annual #2 is Peter J. Tomasi's love letter to Robin fans.  Seeing Dick Grayson as Robin is a scarce site in the New 52 and any Damian is welcome.  If stories like these could continue in the regular Batman and Robin, I'd be a very happy man.

Batman Off-World #1 is a cool, action-packed comic with some clever twists.  Jason Aaron just might have gotten his groove back and Doug Mahnke's art is fantastic.  Recommended!

While these Dark Knight one-shots have been up and down, the Devastator feels like it matters to the overall Metal story and that's one of the reasons I liked it so much.  That and the cool story and awesome art!  If you haven't been picking these up, you still might want to give this one a closer look.

I really liked this number one and Black Cat is now on my pull list. The combination of action, intrigue, and humor was really well paced and the art was a highlight as well. Your mileage may vary based on your background with the character and what you want from her, but I really enjoyed it.

As a Conan fan who never read any Conan comics, I really enjoyed what Cullen Bunn is giving us here. The story is as brutal as you'd want and expect and Cullen Bunn is weaving a mystery through it all that has me intrigues. Of course, the mystery is along the lines of "Who did Conan Kill? Who didn't he kill? And who is he going to kill next?" You know what? That is just fine with me.

Van Jensen kicks off his new series by giving the readers a ton of great characters, dense world building and an intriguing mystery. Pete Woods does a great job of bringing everything to life and by the end, I was totally immersed in what him and Jensen were selling. It's a lot to digest, but it's a meal well worth sitting down to enjoy. If you believe in things like the Illuminati and know that the "Truth is Out There", I think you will really enjoy this book. Recommended.

I understand that this book is targeted at young girls who love the DC Superhero Girls shorts and merchandise and if you know anyone who fits that bill, buy them this book immediatley. However, there is fun to be had by anyone who loves a cute little adventure with adorable versions of their favorite characters. What I'm saying is, if you or anyone you love likes to smile, get them this book. Now, when will DC give us a Superhero Girls Digital First comic so we can enjoy our gals each and every week?!?

DC Superhero Girls Free Comic Book Day 2016 #1 Review may be a long title, but it was a quick read that everyone can enjoy. The story tells a lesson, but it's not forced and having it told through Supergirl makes it that more enjoyable. The art is great and even after reading the story, me and my son paged through the issue and pointed out all awesome characters. I guess the issue did it's job because i am now looking froward to the Finals Crisis graphic novel coming out this summer.

Taylor is looking good with his writing, and this art team is on fire from covers to panels!  The look of these DCeased books is phenomenal in the art department, but Taylor hits all buttons on the crisis at hand as well as the eternal hope of the heroes that this virus can and will be defeated.It's decimation, as any character is apt to be killed off, but it is also endless optimism!  Again, Taylor hits all the excellent notes in his DCeased sonnets!

Jim Zub really gives D&D fans a cool issue and some awesome promises for the future.  If you are any sort of Dungeons and Dragons fan, you should at least give this first issue a peak.  It has some awesome action, cool characters a sense of humor and...Minsc and Boo! Nelson Daniel's art was the highlight for me and after the cliffhanger, I really can't wait for next issue and what might come after that.

Or heroes are in Ravenloft which is awesome, but so far, it just seems as a way to show how over-the-top awesome Minsc is.  That is not a bad thing, but I really hope that Jim Zub concentrates more on the other party members going forward.  Nelson Daniel's art is excellent and I can recommend this comic to D&D fans, but also any fan who is looking for a good time adventure with a large dose of humor and great art.  That is me and that's why I gave this issue a...

I love this series so much!  To a comic book reader, this issue may seem like a lot of setup, but for a D&D fan, this type of issue is just as important as slaying a dragon.  The downtime in a D&D campaign is all about character interaction and development and that's exactly what Jim Zub gives us here.  Couple that with the excellent art by Nelson Daniel and this is an issue and a series that every fantasy fan should grab right now!

I continue to be a big fan of this story and the art. I'd like to get a little more backstory, but I can live with the excitement of seeing what predicament they'll get their way out of next. The only thing that brings this issue down a little bit for me is the same cliffhanger ending we've seen throughout the series. To be honest though, it still leaves me looking forward to the next issue, so I can't hate on it too much.

This issue slows down a little bit from the last one with not as much action going on, but we get some awesome progression of the story. The book looks fantastic and is set up for a kick ass ending.

Fantastic. From start to finish, this book is fantastic. Millar and Immonen have made something really special here and I can't wait to see this adapted onto the big screen. This is a master class in how to make good comics. Any comic book fan should read this book.

Road to Empyre: The Kree/Skrull War sets up Empyre by getting the reader up to speed on the Kree and Skrull, but cleverly, it also sets the stakes for what's to come as well. What can make two bitter enemies join forces? We have to wait to find that out, but this Road to Empyre already makes it so much bigger.

This Annual has got me so pumped for the Flash War!  Joshua Williamson gives readers a great issue that centers on Wally West, the overall Rebirth mystery, a future crime (that already happened) and much more!  The art is great and Joshua Williamson continues making me glad I'm a Flash fan.

Gail Simone and Clayton Henry wrap up their Reverse-Flash story this week, and I was impressed.  I know some readers looked at these repurposed Digital-First books as a stop-gap during this shutdown, but this Flash book deserves more props than that.  This book can stand with Flash's current run, and when Joshua Williamson leaves after his 100th issue, I wouldn't mind seeing Gail Simone take over.  

This is the issue that brings New Guardians back to where it was before the never ending cross-overs with the Third Army, and then the First Lantern. I can easily see this becoming my favorite title again, as it was the first year of the New 52, and I can't be happier about it. Pick it up, read it, love it.

Anyone picking this issue up knows what they are in for...Harley being Harley in San Diego.  It's hilarious from cover-to-cover and is just a blast to read.  Harley will never be confused for "high brow", but isn't that why she's so popular?  It's fun to just kick back and laugh out loud and that's what you'll do when reading this one-shot.  Highly Recommended.

This book kind of slides between genres and might only catch a select group's eyes and that is a shame.  If you are looking for an adventure story with great characters and art that fits the spooky feel to a tee, then here it is!  I know that Danny is trying to get out of the Haunted Mansion, but if I had my druthers, I'd never let him leave.  Am I an awful person?  Yes.  Am I loving this book?  Again, yes.

This is the X-Men book Ive been waiting for since starting the site and podcast. Its not perfect, but its damn near close.

I have really enjoyed my time with Weapon H and Greg Pak and Ario Anindito kick butt and take names in this finale. The reason I fell in love with this book was the family aspect and Pak keeps the focus there and even expands it a bit. I highly recommend this issue and the whole series as well!

It's fun, action-packed, and loaded more than a baked potato with tons of the classic characters we love without all the nasty sour cream on top!

Wow, this book took me by surprise. I know my love for Jeff Lemire brought me into this book with high hopes that it would be good; but I didn't expect this. Amazing story, with phenomenal pacing and great art. Leaving you wanting to see what happens next.

Another solid issue. The art is phenomenal and is perfectly suited for this book and Lemire and Soule show how well they can set a story up and not leave you with a boring issue. Highly recommend picking this one up.

This is another great issue, but I hope all of the setup gets wrapped up by the end. All in all that is what this issue was set up, and I have to say, with all the events going on in comics right now I am hoping nothing gets left unanswered. Luckily for us, we have two powerhouses writing this book and my faith in them is still strong. This art is fantastic, my favorite pages are the ones with Karnak and Jean Grey, those eyes… PERFECTION

Now this is becoming a lot of repeat information coming to the readers… And I have a feeling that this book isn't going to end how I thought from the beginning. This was the fight of all fights and the build up for that is amazing, but the younger Inhumans might end up being an X-Factor for Mutant Kind. Again I don't understand how they can't figure out a solution together where Mutants and Inhumans can both co-exist, but we wouldn't have this awesome piece of work had they figured that out.

I felt like a kid again on Christmas when I sat down to read one of my favorite current ongoing comic book series. The wait was well worth it. I understand how Cleveland felt when LeBron came back to the Cav's.

Zdarsky has been doing a phenomenal job on Marvel 2 in 1 and this issue continued that trend. This book still remains at the top of my pull list and it should be at the top of all of yours too. Pick this up, I have no doubt you'll love it. 

If you are not reading this book go do it, this is all-time run level stuff by Matthew Rosenberg for the Punisher.

I thought this issue read like a brilliant first chapter to an epic novel. The artwork did not distract me from the story at all. I was particularly fascinated with the portrayal of Jason Todd's current psychological state. Since we are dealing with comics, there's not much to go on in terms of the effects of the brain after death. I am not a neurologist but one could speculate that there would be some type of damage towards the brain as a result of asphyxiation. I hope that writer, Judd Winick explores this a little bit more in this mini-series. All in all, a spectacular start to an already addictive story!

The artwork was split in this issue between Pablo Raimondi and Cliff Richards and the result left me feeling a little bit jarred. Don't get me wrong both are good artists, but any time there are more than one artist on any given issue, it can take me out of the story for a moment.This definitely happened to me here. Judd Winick continues to unravel an engaging, yet fascinating ball of story-yarn here. Batman's greatest failure has returned to reestablish himself among Gotham's pantheon of heroes and villains. Heads are about to roll!

Royal City gives a lot for a first issue. Some amazing characterization and emotional story telling told in such a small time makes it easy to become quickly attached. The only problem is I could see it not being for everyone and could possibly be seen as divisive. In a medium that is usually filled with genre work something a little more realistic can easily be seen boring. Though, I contest it is so much more.

Bits and Pieces: The lettering by Warren Montgomery adds some great emphasis throughout the issue and adds a fun dimension to a lot of the dialogue. This book truly feels like an “all ages” title, not just something aimed at kids. Artist and Writer Derek Laufman is passionate about the story and it shows in every panel.

Scarenthood #1 delivers on the ambitious horror-comedy concept with effortless ease! The unlikely duo of candid humor and chilling terror have resulted in one of the freshest and most engaging #1's I've read all year, and has me hooked for the rest of this miniseries. The combined efforts of Roche, O'Halloran and Lee have created a truly unique book perfect for horror fans but equally engaging for those who are new to the genre, with a refreshing Irish spin that energizes the cast with remarkable humanity. Don't let the slightly higher price tag scare you away, as this is one new series that is all treat, no tricks!

been done to prepare this book for a gripping mystery going forwards.

Smallville: Lantern #1 is a great start to what I'm sure is going to be a fun arc.  Bryan Q. Miller's writing is a given and Marcio Takara brings a unique style along for the ride.  From the incredible Cat Staggs' cover to Superman reciting the Green Lantern Oath and everything in between, you can't go wrong reading this issue.

Smallville: Lantern #2 is another setup issue.  We get a favorite character's introduction complete with new origin story and Superman dealing with his new power set.  It's a slow build up, but I love the story and can't wait to see where it's going.

Smallville: Lantern was off to a slower start, but that changed with this issue.  Bryan Q. Miller hits the reader with two huge reveals, a history of the Green Lantern Corp and some awesome Oliver Queen humor.  A weekly book has no right being this jam packed.  Highly recommended.

Maybe I was spoiled by the explosiveness of last week's issue, but Smallville: Lantern #4 was a bit of a letdown.  However, with Bryan Q. Miller, even a letdown is a good issue.  The character interactions are great, but the story is put on hold until next week.  Granted, I can't wait until next week as usual.

Smallville: Lantern #5 gets the series back on track after a bit of a letdown last week.  Bryan Q, Miller gives us three branching plots that are all heading for a collision course.  Marcio Takara's art is good and really gives the action some pop.  The old feeling of loving this book is back.

Smallville: Lantern #6 expands on the Smallville version of the Green Lantern mythos in a big way.  Bryan Q. Miller is slowly opening up the Universe to Superman and luckily, we are there for the ride.  Marcio Takara's art is dark and gritty like the story.  This mini is becoming epic.

Smallville: Lantern #7 is just a great comic.  Bryan Q. Miller brings the fight back to Earth and expands the teams fighting the war.  Marcio Takara's art just keeps getting better with each issue.  This arc is so good and every Smallville, Superman, Green Lantern and/or comic book fan should be reading it.  Highly Recommended.

Smallville: Lantern #8 proves once and for all that setup issues aren't bad.  It is awesome and sets up so much that is sure to pay off in a huge way.  Bryan Q. Miller and Marcio Takara are firing on all cylinders and I can't wait until next week.  Highly Recommended.

Smallville: Lantern #9 lines everything up for the final part of the story.  It is a bit of a setup issue, but we get so many good moments that I loved it anyway.  Bryan Q. Miller may break my heart, but Marcio Takara is sure to make it look great.  I can't wait until next week to see what happens.  Cross your fingers that it involves Lex and NOBODY dies.

I'm going to be upset when Smallville: Lantern is over.  Bryan Q. Miller continues the story with a few awesome cameos thrown in and a crazy cliffhanger to boot.  Everything is coming to a head and I can't wait to see it all come together in the next few weeks.  Ig Guara is on art and makes everything look great and Cat Staggs gives us the best cover yet.  Add it up and you get another great issue of what is DC Comics best weekly series, IMHO.

Smallville: Lanterns #11 is another great issue in a really good story arc.  Bryan Q. Miller's story teamed with Ig Guara's art makes it a must read.  I can't wait for next week's finale, but I will be sad when it's over.  Highly Recommended (Internet Journalistic Integrity seal of approval).

Smallville: Lantern #12 ends another great arc and gets the reader fired up about the next one to boot.  Bryan Q. Miller gives us everything we want to see in a Smallville book and Marcio Takara is there to bring it to life.  I always seem to say it, but this book deserves to be read by everyone.  Highly Recommended.

Spider-Ham is just a fun book. The characters, dialogue, and art exist to make you smile the whole time you're reading and even laugh out loud a bunch of times to boot. Highly recommended for anyone with a funnybone!

Just having these characters back together again is enough to get me excited and Mike Johnson and Angel Hernandez don't disappoint.  I am already invested in the story and can't imagine how pumped up I'll be when we get the other Lanterns involved.  If you are a fan of either franchise, check this book out immediately!

I liked this issue a lot. Greg Pak avoids the usual Vader tropes to give readers a peek at what goes on under the helmet as he searches for Luke and all those who ruined his son, in his mind. It's funny since that's where some of the best scenes end up happening and that, and a crazy cliffhanger will have me back for the next issue.

This is another really good issue of what has been an excellent series so far. Hopeless does a great job in making each issue rest well thematically with the other issues in the series, while making each book memorable and unique in its own right. Although two artists are alternating within this issue, both styles are beautiful and perfect insofar as complimenting the plot.

This was a good #1 that gets new readers up to speed and shows you that Otto isnt always as superior as hed like to be. Superior vets may not get as much pleasure out of it as I did, but with this beginning under our belts, Im hoping Christos Gage ramps things up next issue. I will be reading it!

While this issue broke my heart, I have to give huge props to Christos Gage and Mike Hawthorne for making me care in the first placeand boy did I care! If you havent read this series yet, I highly recommend you do.

This Annual felt like a personal story from Charles Soule to those who've been with him for his full run.  Capucine has been such a great character and we get to say goodbye to her in style.  While having five artists on any book is beyond ridiculous, each one does a good enough job to overlook it.  Charles Soule has done so much for the Swamp Thing Mythos, but it's stories like this that I'm going to miss most when he's gone.

This is another enjoyable issue of Teen Titans Go!  This book is one of those, if you like, you like it, but if you have no heart and hate having fun, nothing here will change your mind and save your soul from the fiery pit below.  It's a no brainer for anyone who is a fan of the cartoon and anybody out there who gets it for their kids, take a peek at it and I'm sure you'll find an easter egg or five that will make you shake your head and chuckle.  You better...remember, fiery pit below!

Sholly Fisch andMarcelo Di Chiara give readers another rip roaring good time. The Titans on a road trip in the Batmobile? Sign me up! It all leads to the humor and great in-jokes you'd expect from this series and in the end, I was smiling and laughing and I am sure that most people who pick this chapter up will do the same. Every issue is a good jumping on point for this book and you don't have to be young and/or watch the show to enjoy it. In fact, I might say that the best jokes are left for the older readers who know their DC Comics history. If you are any of the above, check out this book and I think you'll be happy you did.

This is a fun little chapter of Teen Titans Go! that did exactly what I hoped it would do...make me smile. Derek Fridolfs writes and draws the heck out of the Titans and if you are looking for a quick read to put you in a good mood, check it out.

Teen Titans Go! #58 is a quick, fun read that fans of the movie, show, or this series should enjoy.  There is nothing stopping new readers from having a blast and there are jokes for the kids and their parents too...the very definition of an all-ages book, right?

There's really nothing to criticize in the story/writing department, it's pretty much as perfect as you could ask for a first issue and it gets you sucked into the story straight away.  The art is more subjective and won't appeal to everybody but it shouldn't keep you from enjoying the book.  If you're a Turtles fan, or an action genre comic fan, then, by all means, check it out... It is Excellent!!

This is really a great book, I love it and if you're a Turtle fan, simply grab it and have a blast!!

Pick it up and read it. You don't need any prior knowledge to read the issue and if you don't, Thanos will come and wish you a happy birthday until your dead!

I don't really know what's going on, but I'm excited as hell to see where it goes from here. Colin Lorimer has put together two issues that are almost completely set-up, but it's still awesome. I really can't wait until the next issue. I just hope the story lives up to the promise of these two issues.

If you like a comic that tackles the distinctions between truth and perception or comics that leave you thinking for hours afterwards you'll love this book. I know I did. 

This is a great first chapter of what is promised to be the definitive origin of Wonder Woman.  While that's a big statement, if the full series is as good, I'll have to agree with it.  Renae De Liz and Ray Dillon give the reader a great combination of story and art and I've already fallen in love with this book.  If you are a Wonder Woman fan, or a comic fan in general, give this first chapter a look see and I think you'll be hooked.

Renae De Liz and Ray Dillon continue giving readers a great book that Wonder Woman fans of all ages can enjoy.  While this middle chapter of the first arc is heavy in the setup department, the story is still top notch and the art is superb.  I have fallen head over heels in love with this title and expect everyone who gives it a try to do the same.

The Legends of Wonder Woman continues being a treat for Wonder Woman and comic fans in general.  This issue continues showing how a feisty little girl continues her journey towards being a hero.  The art and story combine to form a fairy tale like experience that looks and reads like a classic Disney film and I love it.  Please, don't read into DC Comics lack of support as anything but a huge faux pas on their part...this book is great.

This book is one of my favorites to read and review each week and this issue is no exception.  I am a big Wonder Woman fan and I am already in love with this version of the character and if this isn't considered a great origin story when all is said and done, I'll be shocked.  The fairytale quality of the story and art make it such an all ages treat and I recommend to anyone who loves the myth and magic of great storytelling.

This chapter continues the retelling of Diana's journey to becoming Wonder Woman and it continues being a delight. The darkness that is consuming Themyscira continues plaguing Diana's thoughts, but there are greater dangers right in front of her. SHe is going to have to make some big decisions and if the cliffhanger is what it appears to be, her world is about to get turned upside down. If you are a fan of Wonder Woman or have anyone you want to have fall in love with the character, give them this series and consider it a done deal.

I hate to say that this is a down issue because it's still good and filled with some pretty heavy reveals, but it's still setup heavy with not enough Diana.  It does set up some pretty major moments coming real soon and I can't wait.  I still recommend this series with all my heart, but this issue wasn't the best.

This chapter is yet another great bit to this retelling of Wonder Woman's origin.  Renae De Liz and Ray Dillon deserve every accolade they are getting for this series and quite frankly, it's not enough.  I can't recommend this series as a whole and give it my full seal of approval...for what that's actually worth.

This is yet another great chapter in the Legend of Wonder Woman.  Diana steps up to do what's right and while it's all to save Steve Trevor's life, we are left wondering who will save hers.  This is the most action packed chapter in the series so far and one that will have lasting ramifications.  If you have enjoyed the series up until now, you'll love this chapter.  If you want to see what this book is all about, this chapter will show you, but I suggest starting from the beginning.

Renae De Liz and Ray Dillon keep hitting a home run with this book. If you are a Wonder Woman fan than this Digital First offering is a no brainer, but it really is a book for everyone. If you haven't jumped into the series yet, this is a great time to do so as the story is about to open up a whole lot more. Highly Recommended.

Surprise, Surprise! I loved another chapter of The Legend of Wonder Woman. While this chapter's score is a little lower than most, that is only because this is more of a setup issue than the usual. It's understandable as De Liz has slowed the pace a bit to get everyone, including Diana, fully rested for the excitement ahead. By the hint of the cliffhanger, that should start next chapter. I can't wait!

If you are a Wonder Woman fan then you should be ready this series already, but if you've been staying away for some reason, I have two words for you...Etta Candy! Yep, Wonder Woman's best friend is in the house and she is as incredible as you could ever hope. This issue is all about her and I loved every second of it. Highly Recommended.

The Legend of Wonder Woman continues being my favorite Wonder Woman book and one I can easily recommend to anyone. This chapter is a great combination of setup, character moments and the hints of a very dark future that has me excited as ever going forward.

This chapter starts a new arc in the story and because of that is setup heavy. That doesn't mean you should avoid it...it still has some cool cameos and any issue with Etta Candy is worth the price of admission. The art is as fantastic as usual and it looks like Diana is eventually headed to war after confirming that her biggest fear may indeed be true.

De Liz and Dillon continue making this book one of the best choices for Wonder Woman fans of every age. As we get closer to Diana heading to war, we get a hilarious reveal, some cool cameos and a cliffhanger that is mysterious and awesome all rolled up into one. Highly Recommended.

This chapter pushes the Legend of Wonder Woman story forward to it's next destination and while I can't wait to get there, I enjoyed this one for the interactions between Etta, Diana and Steve Trevor. Yep, Steve Trevor is back for a little bit, but I'm sure we will see him again soon enough. The story here may be setup, but it's still good and the art is as stunning as ever. Until further notice, this is THE Wonder Woman book that everyone should be reading.

Diana and Etta are in France and while Etta continues her fight against Pamela Smuthers, Diana is getting closer and closer to the Duke of Deception. While we get a little Steve Trevor action, the chapter ends with Diana getting the information she's been looking for and I can't wait to see what happens next. The story and art continue making this a series I can recommend to anyone and everyone who enjoys good comics. Drop the Mic!

If you've been waiting for Diana to act and look more like Wonder Woman, than De Liz and Dillon have a chapter for you. While I was kind of afraid that this time would come, actually seeing it was awesome and made me eat my words. Believe me, they went down easier than six tacos and with such an action packed story and great art (with outstanding color work), I think that fans of this series will look at this chapter as a highlight among highlights. That's how good this series is...a series of highlights on top of other highlights all rolled up in one big highlight. I'm sorry if I sound like a fanboy...actually I don't! Highly Recommended.

If you have been reading this series just waiting until Diana becomes Wonder Woman, the time has come. She has pretty much announced herself to the world and Etta Candy is there to lend a helping hand, a needle and thread and impeccable taste! This chapter was so much fun and if it doesn't put a smile on your face, then I believe the Duke of Deception has already gotten to you.

De Liz and Dillon have done it again. They shift into the next part of Diana's life and we get the best of the past (Etta, the Duke of Deception...) and the hint at some new stuff that will blow your mind. Yes, this issue is setup, but as usual, I love everything it sets up and continue to recommend this book to every single person out there.

This chapter may start out a bit forced, but ends with anincredibledisplay of the Duke of Deception's power. The art finishes up strong and it all has me wondering how Wonder Woman will get away from, let alone defeat, the Duke. We also get the beginnings of the Holliday Girls reunion tour and an impromptu flight lesson that certainly won't "vanish" in the future. Yes, I hope it leads to the Invisible Jet. Please, let it lead to the Invisible Jet!

This is one of those chapters that doesn't just transition into the next phase of the story of Wonder Woman, but lifts the veil from everything that's already happened. The cliffhanger is one of those "I don't know what's going to happen next" moments, but seriously, I don't know what's going to happen next and I can't wait to see how it all works out. If you have been reading this book since the beginning, this issue is for you.

This chapter presents an intermission complete with a lovely song by the Holliday Girls. If the word on the street is correct, we are about to see some big ramifications of Diana's choice last chapter and with Steve Trevor flying off into danger, it just got even more personal for Diana. This chapter is a very quick read with the usual excellent art and a cameo of a much loved character. It may be a lull, but still take it any day and twice on Sundays!

This chapter introduces one of the best things in the Wonder Woman mythos and continues showing that Renae De Liz is going to cherry pick everything I want to see and put it in her comic. I'm starting to think that she has a similar mind meld going with me that Diana shares with the Duke of Deception, but instead of world domination and raising the dead, I'm thinking about outfits and vehicles. Yep, outfits and vehicles...just what a middle aged father of five boys sits around and thinks about all day, right? Please say "right"!

This may be the darkest chapter of the series so far.  Things do not end in a nice little bow, but at least Diana proves that faith in yourself and others can go a long way to winning the day.  A long way, but unfortunately, not the whole way as we see the worst possible thing starting as the issue ends.  I hope her faith can carry her through and can't wait to see if it can.

How can I go on and on like this and not give this chapter a perfect score?  The answer is, I can't. The story and art combined into one of the best reads I've had since...well, probably the last time I gave this book a perfect score.  Listen, I'm a miserable man who loves to nitpick during my reviews and while I tried, I really couldn't find anything wrong with this chapter.

This issue is a whole lot of action and I didn't mind seeing Wonder Woman stretch her legs a bit.  I also liked that De Liz shows us exactly what makes Wonder Woman so great in the first place.  The art goes hand-in-hand with the action packed nature of the issue and it all leads to an ending that may not be a twist or a turn, but promises to finish it all in style next issue.  I'm still on cloud nine that De Liz and Dillon will get to continue telling Diana's story so really, everything is gravy right now.

While I am so happy this isn't the ending, Renae De Liz and Ray Dillon finish up their awesome first volume by tying things up and also giving fans huge hints and promises of what's to come.  It all makes the wait for the next bunch of stories easier and harder all at the same time.  I don't know if that makes any sense, but I do know that I love this book and beg and plead for everyone to at least give it a try.  I am not a guy who likes to put myself out on the limb much, but I will with this book because of the obvious care and love both De Liz and Dillon put into it.  Plus, it just kicks total butt!!!

Jason Aaron's and Thor go together like Peanut Butter and Jelly. Like peanut butter and chocolate. Like Peanut butter and fluff. Like peanut butter and peanut butter. Guys and gals, don't just pick this issue up, grab Aaron's trades of Thor I general. Heck, go WAY BACK to Thor: God of Thunder! Start there and get caught up ASAP! Loved the issue. Give it a read and let me know what you think. 

I am really enjoying this run of Unstoppable Wasp, but it is one of those books in my wheelhouse. If you enjoy a lighthearted, action-packed book with cool characters and an anime like art style , this may be for you as well.

I loved this issue for very personal reasons. While that may not translate to everyone, it is a realistic and unflattering look at mental disorder. The fact that Jeremy Whitley did it with little to no hype and (from the special thanks) research to boot, really made it feel genuine and thus very unique in this day and age. Plus, Gurihirus art made me smile through the tears!

This issue continues Jeremy Whitley's story involving Nadia and her Bipolar Disorder. It's a sensitive subject that is handled with knowledge and care and if you suffer or know someone who suffers from Bipolar, I think you'll agree. It's not pretty (actually it is thanks to Gurihiru's art) or easy, but that's part of the reason it's so good.

I loved this issue so much, but I love Nadia so that is no surprise. Seriously, I dare anyone to read one page of this issue and not fall in love with her! Alti Firmansyahs art just makes it all look fantastic and while other books are busy with death and destruction, this book just wants you to smileand maybe hugand then smile some more.

Tiny Titans: Back to the Treehouse #1 is just plain fun.  If you have young ones you want to get into reading comics, grab this right away.  If you just love good fun, get this comic.  It will remind you that good comics don't need blood and gore to be good.

If you are looking for a fun, all ages comic that kids and adults can both enjoy, then this is the book for you.  Art Baltazar and Franco's love of the material comes through in every panel and it's infectious.  I smiled the whole way through and i'm still smiling.  Highly Recommended.

Unless you are a jaded and cynical ogre, this book will make you smile.  It's one of the best all ages books out there and by all ages I just don't mean for kids.  Baltazar and Franco do such a good job, everyone can enjoy it.  Recommended.

Tiny Titans: Return to the Treehouse #4 is another great chapter of a book that is just pure fun.  We get a whose who of the DCU in a family friendly, all ages book that everyone can love.  This month we travel to Atlantis and while it's a different location, it's the same great time.  Highly Recommended.

Art Baltazar and Franco know how to write an all ages comic that never talks down to the reader.  This issue continues the trend with excellent guest stars and a story that's as clever as it is absurd.  If there is a more fun time in comics, let me know because this book makes me smile the whole time I'm reading it...and they brought pancakes.

This issue and series is just pure fun and great for any comic book fan.  Art Baltazar and Franco continue showing that an all-ages book can be smart, witty, cute and totally awesome.  Don't let any reason stop you from at least giving this book a shot.  While I'm sad that the series has ended, the continuation that's hinted to at the end will certainly make my frown turn upside down.

I really enjoyed this book.  What appears to be a book aimed at preteen girls is really hiding a dark and dangerous superhero origin story of murder and revenge.  It's mysterious and mature and pretty damn good.  Mia Goodwin has a new fan.

As a standalone issue, there is a good story and great moments that a newbie could enjoy.  This could have been the last issue of Transformers and I would have been satisfied.

I believe the Unicron issues will be mostly action pieces while the Optimus Prime and Lost Light issues will focus more on character moment.  Of course, since this is the end, the body count is rising with each issue, but the characters aren't going out like punks so I say bring it on.

This issue was more about the characters dealing with each other rather than characters dying at the hands of Unicron.  Starscream stands out in particular.  This series is so amazing and everyone should read it whether or not they have read previous Transformers issues.

This tie-in gives you a good idea as to what one group of the Mutants are doing after Inhumans Vs X-Men #1. I was really pleased by the art in this issue and the best part is how well this story leads you and how the ending leaves you wanting the next issue.

As a new reader to Usagi Yojimbo, I am impressed with the amount of information Sakai gives in each issue while still telling a well-paced story.  Part history lesson, part detective story, part action movie, this book has a lot going for it.  It's no wonder that Usagi Yojimbo has lasted so long and has droves of fans.  After reading this issue and the last, you can add at least one more fan to that list!

A star-studded issue that readers of Donny Cates' Venom will surely love!  It doesn't fill in holes but expands the story after the big reveal of Venom #5.  Highly recommended!

This book is in my personal wheelhouse so unless something goes really wrong, I am going to at least like most issues. Nothing goes wrong here and I enjoyed mostly everything Thompson and Di Nicuolo are dishing out. Yea, I want to know what the baddies are actually up to and wish that K still stood for kissing, but thats what will keep me coming back next issue. Plus land sharks!

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I Loved this book and if there weren't some other gems to come out this annuals week, it would be my book of the week.

I think this will be the only Convergence book where I wish that the Dome would stay up.  Harley was so happy and her life was finally back to normal (or as normal as Harley could ever get) and Telos messed it up.  He better pay, but first in line is Captain Carrot.  I can't wait!

This is another example of a Convergence book that better served the character than the Event they were thrown into.  Steve Pugh gets to unleash Harley Quinn and Captain Carrot in an amusement park for a winner takes all battle royale and it's as fun as you'd imagine.  While I wish the ending gave us more of the sane Harley of the first issue, I was just glad to be along for the wacky ride. The art and story were just pure fun and I'd recommend this issue (and the last) to anyone who likes to smile.

It's Deadpool and Venom, y'all! If you're looking for a fun comic that adds some cool backstory to one of Spider-Man's best villains and Marvel's best heroes, check this out. It definitely didn't disappoint.

Cullen Bunn has Deadpool on lock. The guy just knows how to write Wade Wilson. Salve Espin's art is great and the supporting characters are awesome. This book really is a good time.

Wade Wilson is back at it again with the crazy fun. Deadpool and Venom go together even better than I expected. I can honestly say I've never had as much fun reading a comic series as I do reading this one.

Kraven the Hunter vs. Deadpool + Venom sounds like a good time to me. I think I might even shell out the ridiculous amount of money they charge for Pay-Per-View to watch this fight. That plus some character development for Venom? I'm in.

Our mini-series has come to an end, and it was fun from start to finish. I can't see any reason why a comic fan wouldn't enjoy this book. Deadpool + Venom = Awesome.

Justin Jordan gives readers a book full of intrigue, mystery, murder and mayhem.  While the violence steals the spotlight a bit here, the slow burn story behind it has me most interested. If you are on the market for a well written, good looking mature title, check this out.

Savage Things doesn't hold anything back. This is a beautifully written book and the art perfectly matches its dark, grim style. There is no good guy in this story.  It's evil vs evil and I'm perfectly fine with that.

Savage Things #3 continues the bloody great time.  Justin Jordan is writing a mature story that doesn't cut corners and Ibrahim Moustafa's art makes it all great to look at.  If you are looking for more than your usual cape and cowl book, this just might be for you.

This was definitely a slower issue compared to the others in this series but that is by no means a negative. Justin Jordan keeps delivering with this title and I can't wait for the next one to come.

I understand that this type of intense, gory story might notbe everyone's cup of tea, but this book deserves a shot from anyone that enjoyswell-written comics. Justin Jordan and Ibrahim Moustafa are really, reallygood.

I encourage everyone out there looking for a good mature book to give this one a try. The art is fantastic, the story is gripping, and the characters are interesting. This book is the real deal.

To sum up, then, this is a memorable introduction to a story that promises to be both intriguing and emotionally engaging. Its central narrative is strong and it is fit to burst with the kind of foreboding atmosphere that this reviewer finds almost impossible to resist. My one minor complaint is that The Spirit himself isn't in it very much. That aside, I can heartily recommend the issue – particularly if you like your comics pulpy and moody. A very strong start to what I suspect will be an outstanding series.

Bits and Pieces:In many respects, this is a typical second issue. Threads are unravelling, but have yet to start tying together in any meaningful way. The sense of mystery is palpable, and the Spirit is given the chance to shine, not only in the fight with the bank robbers, but also in the interrogation scene that follows. The sense of menace, of something truly terrible happening that has yet to be fully revealed, is what makes this story particularly compelling and I'm looking forward to seeing how things play out in future issues. If you want a beautifully presented slice of pulp noir goodness with gorgeously atmospheric artwork and a really rather creepy plot, this is most definitely the book for you.

I didn't realize how much I missed reading a Supergirl book until I picked this up.  Sterling Gates does a great job of giving readers a story that both fans of the show and non viewers can both enjoy equally.  This first story gets the reader up to speed, but also focuses on values like trust and family without ever feeling forced.  Bengal's art is beautiful and the whole package combines to give anyone looking for an all-ages comic an excellent choice.

Sterling Gates has a winner on his hands and whether you are a fan of Supergirl from the comics or the television show, you will find something to like here.  If you are looking for an all-ages comic book with a great story, characters you can get behind and art that impresses, then you should pick it up as well.  Really, everyone should give the digital or print version of Adventures of Supergirl a try and maybe you will be hooked like me.

This book continues to be the place to be for Supergirl fans...comic and television.  Sterling Gates shows that Kara has an open mind and invites us to all climb inside and it's a fantastic journey to say the least.  Emanuela Luppacchino's art makes it a fantastic looking journey, but it's not just for show.  Gates continues to plant seeds of doubt about the D.E.O.'s true methods and intentions and that's what seems to be pushing the overall story forward.  I suggest everyone get onboard and enjoy the ride, but hurry because I'm not saving you a seat.  I'm a jerk like that!

Sterling Gates continues giving Supergirl fans a great book to check out and while this issue was more setup than the others, we get to see Facet and what she has to say has me very intrigued going forward.  The art and story were both good and if you are already reading the series, you'll want to keep checking it out.

Sterling Gates finishes up his great Brainiac story and this issue (and the last) show how good this book can be. It stands firmly on it's own instead of just cashing in on the television show and I'm really enjoying it so far. The only downer this issue was how easy everything was tied up, but the art and the cyberpunk (is that still a thing?) story were kick ass and easily recommended to any type of Supergirl fans.

Sterling Gates gives us a huge Facet reveal and it's all the better because it makes total sense with everything we've gotten up until now. Like Jaws: The Revenge, this time it's personal and I can't wait to see if and how Supergirl gets everyone out of this jam alive. It may not be a great jumping on point for new readers, but if you are already a fan, this is a must read.

This is a really good story that is more than your standard comic book while celebrating comics in a dark and different way.  Kurt Busiek and John Paul Leon give their character his biggest wish come true while also begging him to be careful what he wishes for.  I feel so bad for Bruce, but I can't wait to see what happens next.

Batman: Creature of the Night is an odd book to explain or recommend, but I can't see anyone who gives it a try not falling in love with it on some level.  It's a Batman book, of course, but it's also a book about a young man trying to make his way through life amongst both tragedy and accomplishments.  Highly recommended.

While this is still a good book, the delays and a downturn in the story have cooled me off a bit on the series.  The art is still stellar, but this issue (and the fact that #4 is nowhere in sight) has got me a bit down.

This final issue of Batman: Creature of the Night was dark, heavy and really, really good.  If you expected a more upbeat ending, you haven't been paying attention, but if you really wanted to see the struggle of being Batman, this book is for you.  The story and art were great and I can't recommend it enough.

Black Hammer #1 is a great start to a series that I can't wait to keep reading.  Jeff Lemire has captured such a diverse bunch of genres and molded them into a comic that feels like something that came out ages ago, yet still feels totally fresh.  I may be going out on a limb here, but this feels like the start of a classic.

Although necessary and full of important information this issue comes off a little emotionally disjointed. That and some confusion due to art choices involved in a particularly important moment led me to be a little disappointed in this issue. Enjoyed enough, but without the emotional resonation it's hard to say I liked it near as much other issues.

Black Widow wasnt a book on my radaruntil I read this first issue. The Soska Sisters show they know the character and have convinced me I want to know more about her as well. Flavianos art keeps things quick and cool looking and I can easily recommend this issue to anyone with even a passing interest in Natasha Romanoff and her seedy lifestyle.

This over the top violent issue may not be for everyone, but if you're not the squeamish type, this tale of revenge might be for you. Even though this is not my normal cup of meat, I am having a good time…something that disturbs me just a little.

This is a really good horror mystery book with some kick-ass characters that I want to see more of. Sure, I don't really know what's going on yet, but that's part of the fun and I have my theories.  Good art and an interesting story make this one easy to recommend.

Personally, I love the art and it does a great job giving it an older look but updated in a way. And, this is a must-read book that I keep pushing higher up on my pull list. It's definitely in the top 4 books I want to read when it comes out. Waid is doing a fantastic job right now and everyone should be reading this. Add it to your pull. You'll love it! 

Please pick up this issue, as well as this arc. You will be happy you did. Better yet; go back another arc and just grab it all! This is how you write a story. I can tell Waid has thought out this story entirely before writing it and it shows. Put the next issue on your pull list before it's too late. You've been warned.

Cyrus Perkins and the Haunted Taxi Cab #1 is really good start to a series I'm interested in following.  Dave Dwonch uses this first issue to introduce Cyrus and after a couple pages, he felt like an old friend.  We also get the start of the ongoing story and while there are only a few big moments, one of them is a cliffhanger that has me excited for the next issue. Add in Anna Lencioni's great art and I can easily recommend this issue to anyone looking for something between the capes and ultra violence that seems to be the focus nowadays.  It may not exactly be all-ages, but any teen and up comic fan is sure to enjoy it.

Personally, I was blown away by this first issue. Checchettos art is fantastic with a lot of darker undertones that allow the brighter colors to pop at the right moments like in the church, or the squad cars, or when the Daredevil costume makes its first appearance halfway through the book. The writing I was more impressed by because it felt as if Chip chose every word meticulously. The recurring Catholic Church moments felt like the real heart of the book. The underlining soul of Daredevil is to do good in a bad world even if that good deed breaks laws. Laws that Matt holds in very high regard. That duality of lawbreaker and lawyer are brought to the forefront, and to me, that is what is really important in a Daredevil book.

This is a damn good comic. Even if you aren't into Daredevil, I suggest you give this a try for the intriguing story and the great art.

This issue is all about the characters and Zdarsky nails the voices and interactions of Daredevil and Punisher. Frank seems to need Matt to go over the line at the exact time that Matt needs to make sure he hasnt. It ends in a hail of bullets and a cool cliffhanger that has me pumped for the next issue. This series is a great jumping on point for anyone that is interested in Daredevil.

This was a bit of a down issue that stalls the overall story as it sets up things to come. I am still hyped on this series, but this was my least favorite issue so far.

Chip Zdarsky is killing it on this bookI just hope everyone survives! This issue is full of tension and over the top action and its all wrapped up in a smart and gripping story. Jorge Fornes art took a tiny bit to get used to, but after that, I was up and running. Highly recommended!

Daredevil is still one of my favorite books at Marvel and while this issue was dominated by an extended fight, two really big things happen that have me pumped going forward. The whole issue looked great and I highly recommend picking it up.

I am really enjoying this book and Chip Zdarsky showed me that can be the case in an issue with very little Daredevil in it. I am looking forward to seeing more of him and Elektra in the near future, but this issue was all about Kingpin and Owlsely and I couldnt have been more happy about that.

The tension and stakes are ramping up from every angle and Chip Zdarsky is giving the reader just enough (or maybe just a little less than enough) to continue making this book a must-read every issue. Things are about to get real messy and I cant wait.

Chip Zdarsky is giving readers a great Daredevil book, but an even better Kingpin one if you ask me. The character work in this series is outstanding and it's the main reason I keep gushing about it. That is still the case here as we see Matt rising again just as Fisk is falling. The art and story are so good that I can easily recommend this to anyone with even a minor interest in the character.

Daredevil is my favorite book on the shelf today and while I wasn't a fan of the art in this issue, the combination of ninja hacking action and kickass character moments had me the whole time reading. I keep recommending this book to anyone who will listen and it might be time to take the fight to those who won't! Even if you hate my guts, read this book and maybe you will like my guts a tiny bit more.

Daredevil is my favorite ongoing in comics right now, and this issue is one of my favorites of the last couple of years. Don't make me beg you to read this book since I am positive you will thank me when you do.

Daredevil #19 is a balls to the wall action-fest that has a little bit of everything. Marco Checchetto's art is superb, there are lots of classic villains running around, and in the end, the people of Hell's Kitchen inspire Matt like they always dobut at what cost?!? The craziness looks like it's just getting started, and it's a shock to me more people aren't reading this book. If you're not, start right now and thank me later!

Chip Zdarsky's Daredevil is one of the best comic book series going right now, and this issue is huge. It's a must-read for Daredevil fans new and old! While the pacing felt a little off to get to the meat and cheese of the issue, I can (and do!) easily recommend it to every comic book lover reading this review.

Daredevil is the best book on the shelves right now, and Chip Zdarsky kicks off his next huge storyline this month, and it's going to be a doozy. This issue is one of those transition issues between big arcs and is mostly setup for what's to come. It's still a must-read for Daredevil fans, but if you aren't reading this book, I suggest you get your head checked and start from the beginning of the run. It's well worth the time and effort.

Goldie Vance is a really good all-ages comic that feels like an updated Nancy Drew and that is okay with me.  Hope Larson uses this first issue to make the reader fall in love with Goldie as we see that like at the Crossed Palms Resort is full of mystery and adventure.  The story and art are a great combination of fun and I recommend it to anyone who wants to feel like a kid again.

He-Man and the Masters of the Universe #11 may be exposition heavy, but Hssss' history and plan are worth it.  Dan Abnett also gives us plenty of action with Teela leading the way towards next issue and the final battle. The art of Tom Derenick is a welcome addition and this book looks great. I can't wait for next issue.

He-Man and the Masters of the Universe #12 is a great end to an increasingly good arc. Dan Abnett gives the reader plenty of action and a real game changer while Tom Derenick makes it look great. Any fan of MOTU should already be reading this and those new to it should go back and read from the beginning. It's simply a blast to read.

This was a great comic book interpretation of two classic 80's toy properties turned cartoon.  I'm a big fan of how DC has put out various different mini-series over the last few years to hit everyone's particular sweet spot. With He-Man/Thundercats, they have found mine and I'm sure I'm not alone. The art by Freddie L. Williams colored by Jeremy Colwell with an intriguing story put forth by Rob David and Lloyd Goldfine is definitely worth the price of admission. I'm not a cover guy either but I think I need the connecting good vs bad guys covers to frame and enjoy while dazing off at work.   

Overall the crossover continues to provide a very intriguing story, with a few different working storylines still all in play, and no confusion in sight. Lloyd Goldfine and Rob David are doing a great job giving each character their voice in a crowded landscape. Meanwhile Freddie E Williams continues to kill art duties and even though the backgrounds in some panels are pretty plain the detail and colors used everywhere else more than make up for the minor hiccup. I would recommend this series to anybody munching on ‘member berries' for these properties or even just looking for an entertaining comic to enjoy. 

Tom Taylor has done it again.  Injustice Year Two is so good.  Do yourself a favor and start reading it now digitally and then when it comes out in print, read it again.  It is that good.

Injustice: Year Two #2  continues what makes Injustice such a great series.  Great and varied characters combined with awesome art and a unique story make this my favorite comic book out right now.  Everyone needs to read this book right now.

Injustice: Year Two #3 is a setup issue and still is better than most books best issues.  Tom Taylor can write so many characters well and Bruno Redondo can draw them with ease.  Everything makes sense and everything looks great.  Read this book.

Injustice: Year Two #4 is more substance than shock.  Tom Taylor is bringing plot threads together while showing the motivations of each side.  It may boil down to Superman Vs Batman, but it's the other characters and how Taylor writes them that makes this book so good.  Bruno Redondo's doesn't just keep pace, but fires the book to the head of the pack.  If you aren't reading this yet, please start now.

For fans of Injustice, it is strange to have two issues that put the big shocks and twists on the back burner in lieu of strong character and story development, but the book is better for it.  We get more insight into how far back Superman's anger really goes and who he holds responsible.  Year Two is building to something bigger and more explosive than anything we have seen in the series yet and I can't wait to see it.

Injustice: Year Two has been about the journey, the destination and the multiple pit stops in between.  Issue #6 continues the greatness with Tom Taylor taking his time to develop his characters and the messed up World they live in.  Things are about to explode and with Bruno Redondo on art, I guarantee it will look great when it does.  Every comic book fan should be reading this book.

Tom Taylor continues the slow burn with a trip down memory lane with our favorite fear monger, Sinestro. While it makes sense in the story, I am waiting with baited breath for the "Explodey, Splodey Splode".  It will come and it will be great, just not this week.

Injustice: Year Two #8 continues the buildup by visiting Oa and the Green Lantern Corps.  The Guardians step up to the plate with a plan to end Superman's reign, but Hal Jordan is not on board.  Bruno Redondo's art is as good as usual, but he doesn't get to show off his full talents.  Still, Tom Taylor gives us another solid chapter that is well worth the price of admission.

Injustice: Year Two #9 takes the buildup of the past few issues and runs with it.  With Year Two, Tom Taylor has shown he's not a one-trick pony by upping the characterization and story, but it's great to get back to the explosive action.  Of course, Bruno Redondo is there to make everything look great.  This issue is titled "Road to War", but after this,  the road got a lot shorter.  The War is on.

Injustice: Year Two #10 is an emotional roller coaster.  Tom Taylor lifts your spirits and then stomps on your heart.  The thing is, it's all so good.  I have loved all of Year Two, but those complaining about the lack of Year One craziness can shut up.  It's back.  If your a fan of Injustice, get this book.  Highly Recommended.

Injustice: Year Two #11 slows things down for a second, but all is well.  We get to see what Superman's dream means to the Universe as well as Gotham City.  It's not pretty.  Bruno Redondo's art is, though and fits the story so well.  Recommended.

Injustice: Year Two #12 is a good issue in a series of great issues.  Setup issues pop up now and again and this is one of them.  Granted, it sets up some pretty awesome stuff, but it's setup all the same.  It still looks great thanks to Bruno Redondo and ends with a "Game Changer".  Jim Gordon's words, not mine.

Tom Taylor slows things down this week and makes things awesome.  How could he not, it's a Black Canary and Harley Quinn issue!  It may not move the story forward, but it takes place in "The Quiver" and that's enough for me.  Bruno Redondo makes everything look great as he always does.  I like crazy action, but these are the issues that make Injustice one of my favorite books.

Injustice: Year Two #14 is a good  issue in a series of excellent ones.  Tom Taylor setups the future, but some of it didn't ring true. Fans should still get this issue, but it will probably read better in the collected issue..

Tom Taylor and Bruno Redondo give us another great issue.  It has twisted action, laughs, great art and a tension bulding cliffhanger.  I can overlook the fact the story doesn't progress much when everything else is this good.

Injustice: Year Two #16 continues building the tension of the upcoming War, but it's more immediate than ever before.  What always seemed to be around the corner is right in front of the reader's face.  Heroes will die and this issue shows what is at stake for each of them.  I can't wait.

Injustice: Year Two #17 might promise carnage, but it's the character moments I loved.  However, it's not a "quiet" issue.  Those yelling for blood will be satisfied and I'm sure the body count will rise quickly from here on out.  Tom Taylor has set this issue up for so long and it was worth the wait.  I can't wait for next week, I just hope the art is more consistent from here on out.

Injustice: Year Two #18  has action, explosions, humor, great art and a shocking reveal.  The War is on and Taylor and Redondo are nailing it.  I can't wait for next week.  Highly Recommended.

Injustice: Year Two #19 is another great issue.  The awesome cliffhanger totally makes up for the lack of overall progression.  Tom Taylor nails the dialogue as usual and Mike S. Miller helps with some great emotional character work.  Recommended.

I loved this issue.  Even if you've been begging for all out action and killing, you will too.  Tom Taylor hits the reader where it hurts and I dare you not to get choked up by the end.  Highly Recommended.

This issue gets back to it's roots of crazy over-the-top action.  While I have enjoyed Year Two's more character driven issues, it's fun to get back to the basics.  I wish the art was a little stronger, but I still enjoyed the issue.  The ending promises more explosive action next week and I can't wait.

Injustice: Year Two #22 is another great issue that is getting us closer and closer to complete and utter madness.  Whenever the tide looks to be turning, Tom Taylor throws a wrench in the works.  By wrench, I mean the death of a another favorite character.  Tom Derenick's art is emotional and great and I can't wait to see what and who goes down next.

Injustice: Year Two has been all about the journey, but now that the destination is in site it's getting crazy good.  This issue has three awesome moments, though in this case "awesome" means "heart wrenching". Xermanico's art is good, but it's the story that will blow the reader away.  I can't wait for next weeks finale and then bring on Year Three.

Injustice: Year Two #24 has it's share of crazy action and death.  It sets up a dark Year Three and I can't wait.  However, the reason fans will love this issue is for the heartwarming and hopeful epilogue that will have them smiling (and maybe even crying) as they get to say goodbye.  Thanks again, Tom.

Justice League Beyond 2.0 #5 (man that's a long title) is a pretty good read.  The action is nonstop and everything has fallen into place for Jax-Ur's ultimate plan.  The issue ends with a cliff hanger that should make next issue another intense ride.

Justice League Beyond 2.0 #12 is a good fun drag 'em out fight.  Braniac is sticking it to the league around the World and by the end the reader really sees what's at stake.  Gage and Coello are a great team and this is quickly turning into a great comic worth every cent.

Justice League Beyond 2.0 #13 continues the stellar story with great character moments, great story and awesome action.  Times are tough for the Justice League, but couldn't be better for fans of the book.

Justice League Beyond 2.0 #14 is another great chapter in the series.  The Justice League is desperate and the final battle is on the horizon.  Christos Gage and Iban Coello are firing on all cylinders and I can't wait for the last two issues.

Justice League Beyond 2.0 #15 is non-stop explosions, fighting and battles.  It is also awesome.  Christos Gage and Iban Coello are bringing us to the finish line and while the Justice League seems to be in trouble, the cliffhanger shows that real help is on it's way.

Justice League Beyond 2.0 #16 is a great resolution to the Brainiac War and even sets up the next arc as well.  Christos Gage and Iban Coello continue to give readers a great book with unique characters and great action. Highly recommended.

Christos Gage gets everyone up to speed on the Justice Lords and continues the mystery of why Wonder Woman came back to this World.  This issue ties in with last weeks Batman Beyond 2.0  so well by leaving so much still a mystery.  I can't wait to see what Terry finds in his search for Lord Batman.

Justice League Beyond 2.0 #18 heats up the Justice Lords story to a scorching burn.  The question of Wonder Woman isn't answered, but some other questions and realities are more pressing by the end.  The War is officially on and it is and will continue to be awesome.

Justice League Beyond 2.0 #19 is more than just one big beat down.  Christos Gage leads the overall story into a more cohesive one and Batman Beyond is in real danger because of it.  Dexter Soy does a good job even if the battle is a bit confusing.  Overall this is an action packed chapter that has me wanting to see what happens next week...now.

Justice League Beyond 2.0 #20 finally reveals the mystery of Wonder Woman and exactly what happened to Lord Batman.  It's a setup issue, but it looks great and the cliffhanger is sure to send ripples through the League beyond this arc.

Justice League Beyond 2.0 #21 is a good issue that fills in some cracks in the story, but unfortunately also comes across as a little redundant.  It is setup for the finale and has me excited for the conclusion of this awesome story.

Justice League Beyond 2.0 #22 continues the great Justice Lords arc with style.  Christos Gage gives us more action and surprises while Dexter Soy makes everything look great.  It will be bittersweet when it ends, but I can't wait to see how it does.  Highly Recommended.

Justice League Beyond 2.0 #23 is another great issue in what is an outstanding crossover story. Lord Superman has revealed his ultimate plan and now it's up to those he betrayed to come together to end it. Christos Gage and Dexter Soy combine to make this a book that needs to be read. I can't wait to see how it all ends. Highly Recommended.

Justice League Beyond 2.0 #24 is a great end to a great event to a great series.  Christos Gage and Dexter Soy have given us so much and I've loved everything.  Thanks guys and I hope you get back to the Justice League Beyond Universe sometime soon.

Maybe it's because DC Comics likes to hide their digital titles for some reason, but this book surprised me in a couple of ways.  Most of all is that it's a horror comic dressed up in a Justice League costume and I really liked it.  J.M. DeMatteis does a good job of establishing the mood and character of this book and while we only get to see "Batman" in the last panel, I can't wait to see how the story develops.  Matthew Dow Smith's art is dark and gritty and really sets the tone for the book.  I hope this one doesn't go under fans' radars, because it looks like a bloody good time in a time where such titles are hard to find in the DC Comic stable.

I really liked the first issue in this three part story, but this issue was even better.  Kirk Langstrom is not the typical hero, but this is not a typical story.  It's a dark and bloody horror comic that has me questioning why I never liked these kind of comics in the past.  Damn you, DeMatteis.  Damn you and Mathew Dow Smith for making such a great comic.  Damn you and thank you.  i can't wait for the finale!

Please don't get me wrong, I liked this issue and loved this three part story as a whole.  After the first two issues, my expectations were pretty high so maybe it was a case of the old breakup cliche, "It's not you, it's me."  "You" being this issue, "Me" being a dumb comic lover who wants everything his way.  It may have felt a bit rushed at times, but J.M. DeMatteis finishes his character study of a dark and broken "hero" and I can't wait to see how he fits in with the rest of the Justice League.

I think it should be pretty obvious at this point of the review that I'm a big fan of this volume, as I am of this series in general. I hope I've succeeded in proving these high scores are not hyperbole but, fully earned and achieved with powerful character work, solid action and amazing art (which I think I have done justice with my choices for this review.) The last couple of volumes have been a fantastic payoff to all the setup Horikoshi has worked on for this arc, resulting in a simply epic read (and that's not faking the funk). Apart from a somewhat lukewarm start, this volume had no trouble following up on the stellar previous volume with some greatness all of it's own, Showcasing true heroism in conflict with true evil, and all the while setting the stage for an epic final confrontation in the next volume that, if successful, is sure to put this arc down as one of the very best that this series has to offer. 

While still acknowledging the faults of the earlier chapters this volume, this new arc, and a fresh approach are definitely worthy of praise. Here's hoping the good vibes continue into the next volume!

Despite the brief but enjoyable glimpse of action towards the end of the volume, much of volume 19's page count is devoted to character interactions, with a specific focus on minor characters such as Jiro or Ashido. While some fans might find these cool-down chapters monotonous after such a bombastic previous arc, I found these chapters to be a delight to read. The slower pace gives Horikoshi a chance to really flesh out his cast, and the setting of the school festival gives long-term readers a chance to revisit some of their favorite characters from previous arcs.

An extremely enjoyable read throughout, and I am very excited to see how the new #1 fares in the coming battle next volume!

Volume 21 starts strong and has a strong, if somewhat rapid-fire, finish as well.

Volume 22 matches the quick pace that we started in the last volume, and keeps it running right on through, resulting in some fast but undeniably enjoyable chapters.

Putting the League on the back foot here, as well as giving us a little insight into their internal thoughts, really does help you sympathize with their current hurdles, and Horikoshi does a great job establishing the group as a bunch of ragtag underdogs against a formidable and organized opponents The Heroes might be nowhere in sight, but for now, I am very excited to see what happens to Shigiraki and his bunch of heartwarming hooligans next!

Volume 24 delivers some of the most thrilling, heart-wrenching, and downright disturbing chapters we've seen so far from this series. The action is intense, the character work is sensational and the cliffhanger is a killer! By temporarily switching the focus away from our favorite heroes, Horikoshi has delivered a fantastic arc that breathes new life into an already solid series. Even I find myself rooting for the league now, and I'm a total hero nut! This storyline has become a fan-favorite for many readers, and it's easy to see why! A must-read indeed!

I hope we can find a way of keeping this “outside of time” Spidey. I think that would be cool.  But, I'm sure it will all get fixed somehow. The art is fanatic and does a great job paying homage to the old Amazing Spider-Man while interesting key new elements to the characters.  Pick this book up! I have no doubt you're gonna love it!

I would say you should pick this issue up but you'd probably be jumping in at a spot that makes no sense. To be honest, you'd have to jump in about 6 to 8 issues ago to really make sense of the entire thing. If you have the time, I would because it's a great story. If not, I would wait and buy the trades. The storytelling is great as well as the art. Truly a spectacular job by this creative team. 

Bottom line is you should give Rai #14 a shot people. I was impressed throughout the book by the writing and story of Matt Kindt. I keep popping in to read his Valiant work for this 4001 A.D. event and find myself enjoying each issue more than the previous.  To be 100% honest, I don't even really have full grasp of what's going on throughout this entire event yet but have enjoyed it for the spectacle of it all alone.  I can't neglect to mention the art team who really emphasize the sci-fi horror vibe this book is putting out for me.  They do a great job of making our heroes standout amongst the masses while the landscapes and backgrounds are as rich as the characters themselves. If you've been hesitant about testing the waters for any Valiant related title you should start to ease those reluctances. Jump in to Rai like I did sit back and have a creepy good time.

Rogues #1 was a good start to a book that feels like the recent Suicide Squad movie and Peacemaker show.  It has honor and heart, and Joshua Williamson seems to be having as much fun writing it as I did reading it.  I highly recommend it.

Everything seems to be back on track with Silk as we get amazing art and incredibly smart dialogue from this creative team. It's very clear that this team knows exactly what they want to do with this character and her story and is very passionate about it. There's very little to be disappointed about with this issue.