Kate Kosturski's Comic Reviews

Reviewer For: Multiversity Comics Reviews: 96
7.5Avg. Review Rating

7.7
American Gods: My Ainsel #1

Mar 19, 2018

A fine start to the second half of Shadow's journey, taking the necessary pause to regroup and set things in place for the larger battle to come.

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8
American Gods: Shadows #6

Aug 21, 2017

Hampton has hit it out of the park with the art in this issue, and that convinced me to stick with the comic. Fans of the TV show may be a little disappointed to see that it is not a direct-tie in, but it is worth exploring to see another interpretation of the story.

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7.7
Assassinistas #4

Apr 23, 2018

We may have Kyler out of his captor's clutches, but the real adventure, short and sweet as it may be, is just beginning.

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8.7
Assassinistas #6

Jul 5, 2018

Mission executed superbly. We'll miss you Octavia, Dominic, Charlotte, Roz, and even Carlos and his waffle van.

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6.3
Batman (2016) #92

Jun 12, 2020

Surprisingly accessible at a late point in the story, and the Harley-Punchline meeting works. But devoted readers looking for more tension to build to that promised explosive climax will feel let down.

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6
Bettie Page #2

Aug 25, 2017

Fans of Agent Carter will enjoy the spies in Hollywood plotline, but this can become lets use the Bettie Page name to drive sales gimmick fast (with said gimmick not working for many) if better attention is not given to the real Ms. Page herself, both in plot and in art.

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7.7
Bitch Planet: Triple Feature #3

Aug 18, 2017

One cannot deny the importance of these stories as a piece of artistic political resistance that need to be read far and wide, but as a Bitch Planet fan, it's also high time we get back to the main story.

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6.8
Blue Book (2023): 1947 #1

Feb 15, 2024

An impersonal main story does get a lifeline from clever lettering and art, but will need to get more intimate in order for readers to connect.

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7.5
British Paranormal Society: Time Out of Mind #1

Apr 27, 2022

A well-executed birth for a new corner of the Hellboy Universe.

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8
British Paranormal Society: Time Out of Mind #2

May 25, 2022

Showcasing the best of what the Hellboy Universe has to offer while remaining accessible to new fans. If you ever wanted to try a Hellboy Universe book but remain apprehensive for whatever reason, this is the place to start.

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7.6
British Paranormal Society: Time Out of Mind #3

Jul 13, 2022

Things are coming to a head in the village, and after the final panel of this issue, how this will get resolved will prove to be the most compelling aspect of the story yet.

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7.5
British Paranormal Society: Time Out of Mind #4

Oct 10, 2022

While "The British Paranormal Society: Time Out of Mind may have started of as a rather peripheral story for the Hellboy Universe, in this last issue it shows how much more there is really going on, which will probably end up making it a good story to revisit a few years from now.

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4.9
Charismagic (2018) #1

Feb 19, 2018

Good for those invested in the series already, not recommended as a starting point for new fans. New fans would do well to read the companion primer first at the very least, but even that didn't fill in all the gaps.

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7.2
Cowboy Bebop (2022) #1

Jan 28, 2022

The live-action Cowboy Bebop is done, but there's building blocks here for some new adventures. With a little bit of that luck that evades the Bebop team so many times, this creative team could secure a new legacy for this series.

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6.8
Crocodile Black (2024) #1

May 9, 2024

A compelling mystery rich in imagery perhaps does not need its initial premise as much as it thought, so let us hope the creative team focuses on the universal story themes underpinning this issue and less on the current events that seem to have inspired it.

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7.5
Crosswind #4

Sep 29, 2017

We've hit on a closure of a particular arc with this issue (intentional or otherwise), and it was handled beautifully. No time to dwell on that " we're ready for some answers to questions.

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8.3
Dark Fang #1

Nov 16, 2017

A magnificent debut that makes its opinions known on the importance of green living, but gives you a great story to take you on that journey.

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4.5
Deadpool Kills The Marvel Universe Again #5

Oct 2, 2017

Read it if you're a completist type who feels a need to finish a series, but if you were on the fence on finishing"save your $3.99 for something else.

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8.5
Doctor Who Vol. 3 #1

Nov 20, 2020

Titan knows a good thing when they see it, and since it hasn't been broke, there's no need to fix it when it comes to their Doctor Who line. (Well, except for that choice of series name.)

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8.4
Doctor Who: Missy #1

Apr 15, 2021

Missy's comic book debut will make you wish for her back on your TV screens.

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7.5
Doctor Who: The Lost Dimension #1

Sep 1, 2017

This is a comic for longtime Whovians, and it will be a great way to keep my appetite sated until this Christmas when we meet Jodie Whitaker.

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8.5
Doctor Who: The Thirteenth Doctor #0

Sep 28, 2018

A fine introduction for Doctor Who fans of any aspect of the franchise, especially for those who want to try the comics but unsure of where to start.We're all here to join this amazing ride with you, Jodie. Long may you reign.

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7.7
Doctor Who: The Thirteenth Doctor #1

Nov 9, 2018

Things may be just a touch thin on where this plot is going, but as our Doctor says: isn't that uncertainly what keeps life interesting?

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8.1
Doctor Who: Time Lord Victorius #1

Sep 4, 2020

A compelling story showing that this creative team knows and loves Doctor Who inside and out, and certainly intrigues you for more. But will it be enough for those readers who justwant to read the comic component of this event?

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5.2
Faith and the Future Force #4

Oct 23, 2017

Kudos for knowing "when to hold 'em and when to fold 'em" (to quote country legend Kenny Rogers), because this really could not go on much longer.

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8
Fence #3

Jan 22, 2018

Come for the teen drama, stay to learn a little more about a sport many only see once every four years and the genre of sports manga. You won't be disappointed.

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6.8
Future State (2021): Superman/Wonder Woman #1

Jan 15, 2021

Classic comic storytelling and artwork make this series shine, but scripting missteps take it two steps back.

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7.5
G.I. Joe (2016) #1

Sep 4, 2019

This isn't your parents or grandparents' G.I. Joe, for sure. New threats mean new warfare, and the team is ready with a story that pays homage to a half century of history while bringing the Fighting Joes front and center into 2019.

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7.5
G.I. Joe (2019) #1

Sep 4, 2019

"G.I. Joe" #1 will be available from IDW Publishing on September 18th.

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8
G.O.D.S. (2023) #1

Oct 6, 2023

And after 64 pages of this debut issue, you might just leave more confused than ever. To try and provide any kind of linear summary of "G.O.D.S. at this point is futile. It is cliche to say, but this is a book to be experienced directly rather than just read a review of it.

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7.6
Gasolina #1

Sep 25, 2017

A fine debut that fans of both Breaking Bad and Supernatural will appreciate in equal measure.

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7.3
Giant Days #1

Nov 24, 2017

Just what you need from a holiday special: light, fun, a break from the mundane.Have this with your leftover Thanksgiving turkey on Friday to kick off your Christmas cheer.

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6.9
Giant Days #30

Sep 11, 2017

This is really just a filler issue for whatever comes next " it's a necessary read to keep up with story, but there's nothing overly earth-shattering in these pages.

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8.4
Giant Days #51

Jun 7, 2019

The first test of adulthood comes to the Sheffield gang, and they have certainly passed it.

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8
Giant Days: Where Women Glow And Men Plunder #1

Dec 6, 2018

Final Verdict: 8.0 – – Just what you would expect from any holiday special worth its salt, with the added bonuses of exotic location and focus on a secondary character ready for the big leagues. Smile and pass me a Vegemite sandwich, and let the beer flow and the men chunder.

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7.7
Glitterbomb: The Fame Game #1

Sep 22, 2017

A great debut for an existing franchise that keeps both new and existing readers intrigued, with strong art and letters to drive home deeper philosophical questions of the cost of fame.

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8.2
Gumballs #4

Dec 18, 2017

Educating and entertaining in equal measure with stories everyone can relate to on some level.

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7.7
Harley & Ivy Meet Betty and Veronica #2

Nov 2, 2017

Great art and cameo after cameo reminds you that this follow up is purely for fun, so sit back, relax, and have a few laughs!

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6.8
Harley Quinn & Poison Ivy (2019) #2

Oct 14, 2019

A little less Harley and a little more Ivy can give this miniseries a little bit of a needed growth spurt.

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7.8
Hellboy In Love (2023) #3

Feb 22, 2023

Final Verdict: 7.75 We're in love with the HellboyAnastasia romance just as much as the two of them are with each other.

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8
Hellboy In Love (2023) #4

Mar 29, 2023

When a creative team like this is in such sync, building on each other's foundations, the results are a masterclass in comic book storytelling.

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9
Hellboy In Love (2023) #5

Jul 12, 2023

The right balance of romance and the supernatural make this a story that continues to appeal to all kinds of audiences.

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7.4
Hi-Fi Fight Club #4

Dec 4, 2017

Name change aside, there's some plot holes that I hope are resolved in the next story arc. An overall splendid end to a series I am sad to see conclude.

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7.8
Hungry Ghosts #2

Mar 5, 2018

Sophisticated art both elevates classic horror tales and provides twists when you least expect them.

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6.7
I Heart Skull Crusher (2024) #1

Mar 14, 2024

Seems to be a solid start with much room for growth and potential. Batter up!

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7.5
Ice Cream Man #3

Mar 26, 2018

A fine homage to The Twilight Zone, a series that blended that moral commentary with the macabre.

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8
Iceman (2017) #7

Nov 6, 2017

Sina Grace sets the bar higher and higher every time, telling a coming out story that is sensitive and tasteful with the right amount of classic X-Men lore.

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8
Jessica Jones #16

Feb 5, 2018

I'll be sad to see Bendis go, but he's certainly going out with literal and metaphorical guns a' blazin,.

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8.5
Judas #2

Jan 12, 2018

Thought provoking and entertaining in both narrative and art, without getting too heavy handed in questions of theology. An early contender for one of my top books for 2018.

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7.5
Kid Lobotomy #2

Nov 13, 2017

This series is still coming strong after a well-received debut issue, and shows what potential there is for more mature subject matter in the comic medium.

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8
Kim & Kim: Love is a Battlefield #2

Sep 4, 2017

Visaggio, Cabrera and company keep up the good work with this issue, advancing story and character development with complementary art.

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7.7
Kim & Kim: Love is a Battlefield #4

Oct 30, 2017

Visaggio and co. finish this story of Kim and Kim beautifully, with room for the next round of adventures " and I can't wait.

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7.8
Lady Baltimore: The Witch Queens #3

May 26, 2021

The characterization and worldbuilding continue to excel, showing strong synergy between scripting and art. Although we've been slightly spoiled about the series's big reveal, we're certainly excited for more of Sofia and Imogen.

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7.8
Lady Baltimore: The Witch Queens #5

Oct 28, 2021

Publishing delays dragged down the momentum of the series, but there's so much here in character and story development that make it worth the wait.

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8
Lady Baltimore: The Dream of Ikelos #1

Mar 30, 2023

It's great to have "Lady Baltimore back. Though 'The Dream of Ikelos' is a standalone story, no doubt its shadow will be felt in future installments of the series. It is a critical part of the series.

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7.2
Long Lost Vol.2 #1

Aug 6, 2018

A solid start to a second arc, but with a lot still to unpack from the first, I fear that Erman and Sterle have bitten off more than they can chew.

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4.8
Marvel's Avengers: Infinity War Prelude #1

Jan 29, 2018

The book's virtual rehashing of Captain America: Civil War doesn't justify the price point of $3.99. A smarter decision would have been to release it as a free comic, in the style of the "Marvel Legacy" primer pages of last fall.

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7.6
Millennium: The Girl Who Danced With Death #1

Aug 20, 2018

Outside of a reliance on tropes common to the current age, this is a strong debut issue proving that Larsson's treasured characters can continue their adventures, under the right pen.

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6
Millennium: The Girl Who Kicked The Hornet's Nest #1

Dec 14, 2017

We need more time and space to explore the interconnections of the third book, and the edits that were made to narrative were not the best choices. That said, having the original artist on this book does provide some redeeming value.

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8.5
Millennium: The Girl Who Played With Fire #1

Sep 7, 2017

Those not familiar with the original source material will find it a compelling, edge-of-your-seat mystery in words and art, and fans of the original Stieg Larsson book will uncover new meaning in his words and worlds.

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7.8
Minky Woodcock: The Girl Who Handcuffed Houdini #2

Jan 4, 2018

Well-done writing and art but could use a little bit better lettering and layout so that they work more in tandem.

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7.2
Monsters Are My Business (2024) #1

Apr 11, 2024

If you enjoyed any of the Count Crawley series (also at Dark Horse) or prefer the goofy interstitials of Svengoolie over the horror films he shows, this just might be the book for you. At least someone will be enjoying Griz's adventure . . . because I'm not so sure he might be.

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8.3
Moonstruck #3

Oct 5, 2017

There's a few plot hiccups and my aging eyes could do with some larger lettering, but by the third date, one often has a good sense of where the relationship is going and "Moonstruck" and I are set for commitment.

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8.1
Moonstruck #4

Dec 8, 2017

Clever color choices with creative meaning and ingenious paneling make even this setup issue for the final showdown a feast for the eyes.

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9
Ms. Marvel (2015) #38

Feb 15, 2019

What more can I say to this entire creative team except: Thank you.

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7.2
Ms. Marvel: The New Mutant (2023) #1

Aug 31, 2023

Welcome back Ms. Marvel. We knew you wouldn't stay away for long.

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7
Nancy Drew (2018) #2

Jul 16, 2018

The slow start from the debut continues, but it's starting to pick up the pace. Pack your patience with this series; I have a strong feeling you will be rewarded.

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6
New Talent Showcase: 2017 #1

Dec 1, 2017

Format still proves problematic, but there's some talent within these pages that deserves to be watched.

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7.8
No. 1 With A Bullet #2

Dec 11, 2017

Boundary breaking (literally and figuratively) lettering and layout, along with color style, takes a tale that has played out for many people before and gives it new life, helping readers see revenge porn through the eyes of the victim and understand the pain it causes.

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7.3
October Faction: Supernatural Dreams #2

Apr 16, 2018

The self contained nature of this story helps introduce new fans like myself to the series, and I hope that the next two issues don't dive too much into backstory that I missed by not reading the predecessor. The star of this show is the coloring, chosen deliberately to heighten the supernatural symbolism.

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8.5
Oh S#!t It's Kim & Kim #1

Jul 23, 2018

Black Mask's iconic characters get the ongoing series (in fact, this is the publisher's first-ever ongoing series) that they so rightfully deserve. Welcome back, ladies.

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6
Penny Dreadful (2017) #6

Oct 16, 2017

Good for fans of the TV series and not much else.

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7.9
Prism Stalker #1

Mar 12, 2018

Have patience with all your unanswered questions about Vep and her world and linger over the artwork. It's the star of this show and may provide some clues into her world and future.

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7
Riverdale #6

Sep 18, 2017

A fine effort for Riverdale and Archie fans old and new, with enough maturity for an older audience.

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7.9
Rock Candy Mountain #5

Nov 9, 2017

Almost a "Book of the Week" contender, if not for the "oh let's make an object have paranormal powers" trope that Starks is dipping his toe in.

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8.7
Royal City #14

Aug 27, 2018

Closure at its finest, but I do hope we'll see the Pikes again someday, as there are plenty more stories to tell, I am sure.

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9
Rugrats #2

Nov 27, 2017

90s nostagia done right. Reptar would approve.

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7.7
Sex Criminals #22

Feb 26, 2018

Even when there's hardly any sex to be had, there's still plenty of sexy, witty times.

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7.1
Sex Criminals #26

Jan 30, 2020

I really wanted to embrace the joke and give it a 6.9, but smart craftwork takes it just over the top.

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8.7
Sex Criminals #69

Oct 30, 2020

This was a finale that was more than just pretty okay. It was just what we needed, what we deserved " " and worth the wait.

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8.5
Shirtless Bear Fighter #2

Jul 31, 2017

A solid BEAR PUNCH! And BEAR KICK! of staggering genius.

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8
Sisters of Sorrow #2

Aug 28, 2017

Sutter and Alameda keep things going with just the right balance of exposition for Greta and action. You can't help but feel sorry for these four women, and I'm along for this ride to see if justice for them will be served.

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7.3
Star Wars: Doctor Aphra (2020) #1

May 14, 2020

Second verse, could be better than the first. (I'll let you know after I read the previous 40 or so issues.)

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4.1
Star Wars: The Last Jedi - The Storms Of Crait #1

Dec 29, 2017

There's nothing original or outstanding with this story besides a location that is new to the Star Wars universe and easily recognizable from its movie appearance. Decently executed art can't save a cookie-cutter story.

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7
The Divided States of Hysteria #3

Aug 14, 2017

Those looking for escapism need not apply, and those overly fearful of the current geopolitical state won't have their anxieties lessened. If you're somewhere in the middle and have enjoyed television programs such as Designated Survivor, this proves a worthy complement.

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7.7
The Family Trade #1

Oct 12, 2017

There's some rather large narrative gaps for a debut issue that shouldn't have been mentioned in the solicit if they weren't going to be at least alluded to in the actual book. That aside, high praise is due to this team for writing a heroine worthy of admiration by all ages, and giving her glorious art to match.

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6.6
The Harcourt Legacy #2

Dec 22, 2017

Artwork provides deep and meaningful symbolism and beauty for the eye, but too many concerns remain that this story will be rushed and awkwardly finished, given its short run.

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7.1
The Holy Roller (2023) #1

Nov 23, 2023

the start to a fun superhero story doesn't bowl a strike, but does get the spare.

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7
The Wilds #2

Apr 30, 2018

Well-done setup to conflict, with art that makes the end times look actually pretty. But this is still a very tentative story, and I know that the talent here can push creative boundaries further. Hopefully that's coming.

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7.8
The World of Tomorrow #1

Dec 6, 2023

Final Verdict: 7.8 A fine holiday tale to exchange with friends and start your own Icelandic holiday book swap.

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6
The X-Files: JFK Disclosure #1

Oct 26, 2017

Creative, borderline risk-taking art can't save the weaknesses IDW seems to have with X-Files stories.

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5.5
The X-Files: Origins II - Dog Days of Summer #2

Aug 7, 2017

Tweens and teens who like Stranger Things will like the story of kid detectives, but hardcore X-Files fans will be left quite cold.

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7.5
Time & Vine #1

Jul 24, 2017

The one word that comes to mind with "Time and Vine" is fun, and that is what readers will get from start to finish. With less text and some more depth in the art, this could earn a long-term place on my pull list.

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7.5
Unbelievable Gwenpool #20

Sep 15, 2017

The wink-wink nudge-nudge joke can wear thin 20 issues in (especially in writing), but a hefty dose of self-actualization on the part of our heroine keeps plot moving.

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7.7
Wonder Woman (2016) #750

Jan 23, 2020

A well-executed celebration of the essence of Wonder Woman and all that makes her so great.

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7.6
Wytches: Bad Egg Halloween Special #1

Nov 2, 2018

Plot may be predictable, but keep Snyder's long term plans in mind as you read it and this one-shot is anything but standard issue.

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