8.0
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20XX | 1 issues |
8
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20XX #5
Jul 16, 2020 |
Lauren Keely and Jonathan Luna's true strength with this book is how it's put together in a way that is both futuristic and clean as well as heavy and emotionally devastating at the same time. It's a well done issue. |
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5.2
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Action Comics (2016) | 19 issues |
4
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Action Comics (2016) #1010
Apr 24, 2019 |
With a threat like Leviathian supposedly being a huge issue, it all just sort of falls flat. For an issue with such incredible visual appeal, there's just nothing else there. |
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6
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Action Comics (2016) #1011
May 22, 2019 |
For readers who have been keeping up with Bendis' run on Action Comics, they're probably used to that by now, but it can be a little jarring at times for those hopping in, curious as to what all this Leviathan business is about. |
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10
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Action Comics (2016) #1012
Jun 26, 2019 |
Szymon Kudranski's attention to detail and brilliant use of space on the page gives the story a tangible, real-life feel. The words on the page have meaning, certainly, but the expressions Kudranski creates on the faces of the characters go so much further, to the point that in some panels you don't even need the words to understand what is going on. It's breathtaking. |
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10
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Action Comics (2016) #1013
Jul 24, 2019 |
It's a perfect pairing and it makes for another, standout issue. |
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8
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Action Comics (2016) #1014
Aug 28, 2019 |
Action Comics #1014 continues to offer a bit more insight on the ground-level threat with a sense of urgency that makes the whole mystery all the more exciting. It's a must-read this week. |
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6
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Action Comics (2016) #1015
Sep 25, 2019 |
If the previous issues of Action have had an urgency, #1015 feels like a slow stroll"at least until the confusing and chaotic last panels that bring the story sharply back into focus. |
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6
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Action Comics (2016) #1016
Oct 23, 2019 |
Overall, it's a pretty average issue with cool art, a fun fight scene, and serves as a bit of a breather from some of the other madness in the DC Universe right now. |
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6
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Action Comics (2016) #1017
Nov 27, 2019 |
Ultimately, Action Comics #1017 falls into a space in which the story is is good but it just doesn't execute the way perhaps one might want a comic book to, creating a bit of a disconnect between the story and the images that support it. It's a "good" book. It's just nothing special. |
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4
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Action Comics (2016) #1018
Jan 1, 2020 |
There's a nice little bit of humanity to the bulk of the issue, but the end result is an issue that is just functionally okay"not even really good, just kind of there. |
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4
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Action Comics (2016) #1019
Jan 29, 2020 |
At this point, the fight feels like it's been drawn out too long and it's that concern that drags the issue out. There's just too much going on and in too many points in time. Too much tell and not enough show. |
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4
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Action Comics (2016) #1020
Feb 26, 2020 |
This arc is one that is well past its prime. It's time to end it already. We already know Superman isn't winning the day. Let's move on. |
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4
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Action Comics (2016) #1021
Mar 25, 2020 |
It's a lackluster issue on almost every page. |
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4
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Action Comics (2016) #1022
Jun 3, 2020 |
The current run of Action Comics is honestly a mess and understandably so. There are a lot of moving parts, a lot of things unexplained and it's not always the easiest to read and this is especially true in Action Comics #1022. |
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4
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Action Comics (2016) #1023
Jul 22, 2020 |
You know that a story has gotten overly convoluted when you have to rely on a fairly extensive, full-page (and then some) recap in order to make sense of the issue in hand and that's where we are in Action Comics #1023. |
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4
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Action Comics (2016) #1024
Aug 26, 2020 |
With the gravity of the story being weirdly undercut by needless awkwardness, the book ends up being promising but a little to try hard. Story wise, it's good. Execution wise, it leaves a lot to be desired. |
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4
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Action Comics (2016) #1025
Sep 23, 2020 |
It's another miss. |
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2
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Action Comics (2016) #1026
Oct 28, 2020 |
Everything here feels both overwrought and under developed to the point that readers might actually find themselves hoping Superman loses just to put him"and this run"out of its misery. |
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4
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Action Comics (2016) #1027
Nov 25, 2020 |
Action Comics #1027 is a weird mess of an issue. |
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4
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Action Comics (2016) #1028
Dec 23, 2020 |
Bendis' run held promise; this finale shows just how much that promise was wasted. |
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9.0
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Adventures of the Super Sons | 8 issues |
8
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Adventures of the Super Sons #5
Dec 5, 2018 |
What the issue lacks in plot it makes up for in heart, and that works just fine. |
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10
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Adventures of the Super Sons #6
Jan 9, 2019 |
Adventures of the Super Sons #6 is an absolute treat. Peter Tomasi takes all the elements of what makes for a classic, entertaining comic book adventure, injects some spot-on humor, and even throws in a dash of intrigue and an engaging cliffhanger to boot. |
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10
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Adventures of the Super Sons #7
Feb 6, 2019 |
Adventures of the Super Sons is quite possibly one of the most enjoyable books DC Comics has put out in a long time, and that holds true even with an issue that sees the Super Sons separated and in peril. |
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10
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Adventures of the Super Sons #8
Mar 6, 2019 |
While the story is pretty predictable -- Luthor is up to something far worse than initially hinted -- there's something pure and refreshing about the straightforward story that reminds readers of just how fun comics can be. |
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10
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Adventures of the Super Sons #9
Apr 3, 2019 |
The issue is a superb, fun romp approached with the heart and determination that has been a defining feature of this whole run. A fantastic read with bright, truly enjoyable art; you won't want to put this issue down. |
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8
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Adventures of the Super Sons #10
May 1, 2019 |
Full of action, this issue surprises with a few moments that make it look like the Sons might be betrayed by their robot friend Hex and it even looks like they may not make it out alive. That actually makes the story more interesting, which is why the reveal at the end that help has arrived in the form of the grown ups a little disappointing. |
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8
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Adventures of the Super Sons #11
Jun 5, 2019 |
The best part is that the issue is very much in line with the overall sense of adventure the entire series has had, which makes it a solid, truly enjoyable issue from one of the best series DC has going right now. |
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8
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Adventures of the Super Sons #12
Jul 3, 2019 |
A story within a story within a story, a clever Eminem reference, and a whole lot of action. That's what Adventures of the Super Sons brings in its final issue and while it doesn't all come together seamlessly, the overall effect is a bright, fun, thrill ride of an issue very much in keeping with whole maxi-series. |
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8.0
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Amazing Spider-Man (2018) | 1 issues |
8
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Amazing Spider-Man (2018) #44
Jul 16, 2020 |
The issue is not one you want to jump into if you haven't been reading along for at least a few issue prior, but it's certainly an excellent kick off to what terrifying plans Kindred has with the Sin-Eater. |
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4.0
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America | 1 issues |
4
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America #12
Feb 28, 2018 |
America is such a unique and interesting character, readers will no doubt wish she had a more unique and interesting conclusion to this grand adventure. |
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8.2
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Amethyst | 5 issues |
8
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Amethyst #1
Feb 26, 2020 |
It's a well-told story that manages to hit all the right notes and establish an adventure without sacrificing the current story for the larger arc. |
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10
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Amethyst #2
Mar 25, 2020 |
Coming off of a truly charming and engaging first issue Amethyst #2 continues that momentum with an issue that captures, both in words and art, the frantic feeling of helplessness Amy experiences upon discovering her entire world gone and no allies to help her. |
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8
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Amethyst #3
Jun 10, 2020 |
There's a lot of development in this issue and a lot of stunning art and while the story elements are a bit messy, a bit ragged, and quite frankly A LOT to process, the book is a fun one to read, leaving you with a lot of questions as the fight makes its way to the big bad's territory at last. |
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8
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Amethyst #4
Jul 22, 2020 |
Amy Reeder's Amethyst has been a delightful series thus far and Amethyst #4 continues that streak. |
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7
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Amethyst #6
Dec 16, 2020 |
Amy Reeder's done some outstanding work, both story and art, on Amethyst as a whole and this issue certainly drives that home as well with a book that may not be the most polished in terms of the way it wraps up its story, but is visually gorgeous in every possible way. |
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7.2
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Archie (2015) | 5 issues |
6
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Archie (2015) #28
Feb 14, 2018 |
It's a fun issue with a lot of lead up that will hopefully pay off soon. |
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6
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Archie (2015) #29
Mar 21, 2018 |
Overall, it's a solid issue. It doesn't particularly stand out, but it also isn't a bad read. |
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8
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Archie (2015) #30
Apr 25, 2018 |
Archie #30 puts the whole story in position for what feels like the ultimate action point of the whole arc but with so much steady storytelling it's hard to get excited for what's to come. |
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6
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Archie (2015) #31
Jun 6, 2018 |
One of the major strengths of Mark Waid's work with Archie is the pacing and that holds true with Archie #31. The issue kicks off with just the right amount of urgency and maintains the energy through to the last panel. Unfortunately, this issue falls into the same trap that most of the previous issues have before it, and that is that it sets up little cliffhangers that simply aren't necessary. |
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10
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Archie (2015) #32
Jul 11, 2018 |
Archie #32 marks the final issue of Mark Waid's run and the end of the modern relaunch of the series before it shifts into legacy numbering with a new creative team and as closing issues go, this one is practically perfect. |
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10
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Archie: 1941 | 1 issues |
10
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Archie: 1941 #1
Sep 12, 2018 |
You can truly feel the heaviness of the looming war and even though we already know where the world ends up in the end, how the beloved Archie characters fare is as much a mystery for us as it is for them and this first issue is an excellent first chapter. |
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8.1
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Ascender | 14 issues |
4
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Ascender #1
Apr 24, 2019 |
It's nearly impossible to miss the heavy Star Wars feeling Ascender #1 has and while hero journeys are universal, Ascender is too reliant on stereotypes and tropes, resulting in a too cliche debut. |
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6
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Ascender #2
May 29, 2019 |
A marked improvement over the debut issue, Ascender #2 moves away from the table setting of the first issue to some real conflict and action. |
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8
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Ascender #3
Jun 26, 2019 |
With just the right amount of action and plenty of heart, Ascender #3 finally finds its footing, striking an emotional chord that will keep the reader connected, despite the relatively slow burn of the actual plot. |
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6
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Ascender #4
Jul 24, 2019 |
Ascender #4 really advances the story this week and as the different elements of the plot start to come back into play, it makes for a genuinely engaging and intriguing read. |
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10
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Ascender #5
Aug 28, 2019 |
Ascender #5 does that in a heartbreaking way this week, one that will leave you gasping aloud in the final pages. It simpy doesn't get better than this. |
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8
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Ascender #6
Oct 23, 2019 |
Ascender is one of those stories that may have taken a bit to get going but it's one of the best books out today now that it has. |
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10
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Ascender #7
Nov 27, 2019 |
While narratively there are threads that still need to come together, Ascender #7 feels almost like a one shot, but it's an elegant and beautiful one that sets a new tone for the story ahead. It's exquisite. |
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10
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Ascender #8
Jan 8, 2020 |
Ascender continues to be one of the best comics out there and this week it accomplishes that with a frenetic, powerful combination of deeply emotional storytelling that bring's Mila's parents back together in the worst possible way along with incredible art that draws the sinister tones out of the story written on the page. |
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10
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Ascender #9
Feb 12, 2020 |
I don't know how each issue keeps getting better, but this one is one of the best. |
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10
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Ascender #10
Mar 18, 2020 |
As this chapter of Ascender's story ends, it offers no answers and just the barest shard of hope, but the story is filled with both light and feeling in a way unlike anything else. It's good. |
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10
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Ascender #11
Jul 29, 2020 |
From cover to cover, Ascender #11 simply outstanding. A great read. |
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8
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Ascender #12
Sep 2, 2020 |
As always, I could praise Dustin Nguyen's art all day and it still wouldn't be enough"and it's excellent here once again. Truly a solid issue and a joy to read. |
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6
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Ascender #13
Oct 2, 2020 |
There is a lot here, but what makes the book perhaps a big stronger than some of the other transitional issues of the run, is we get to really dig into Mila, her personality, her thoughts, her situation. |
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8
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Ascender #14
Oct 28, 2020 |
One of the best things about Ascender is that while this deep into the story odd twists and turns are to be expected, they frequently delivery in a way that is very unexpected. |
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5.0
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Autumnal | 2 issues |
6
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Autumnal #1
Sep 23, 2020 |
Overall, it's a good read, but not great, though there's lots of potential in the mystery presented. |
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4
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Autumnal #2
Oct 28, 2020 |
The Autumnal started off with an elegant and fairly strong first issue, but issue #2 has already started to slip into obtuse mystery and difficult cliche. |
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6.9
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Batman (2016) | 62 issues |
10
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Batman (2016) #44
Apr 4, 2018 |
All in all, a perfect chapter in the Batman story. |
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6
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Batman (2016) #45
Apr 18, 2018 |
Batman #45 is an issue that you will either love or hate. Tom King's story here is solid. Well-written and well-paced, it is slow to dawn on the reader the major twist the story takes at the end. |
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8
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Batman (2016) #46
May 2, 2018 |
The weird alternative universe/timeline story started in Batman #45 continues this issue and doesn't get any less weird, but it simply works better. |
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10
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Batman (2016) #47
May 16, 2018 |
Overall, a very well-done issue that readers won't forget any time soon. |
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10
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Batman (2016) #48
Jun 6, 2018 |
The issue is not an easy read. It's subtly graphic with some intense moments, but it is an incredible issue that will leave readers wanting more even as they flinch and try to look away. |
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8
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Batman (2016) #49
Jun 20, 2018 |
It isn't often that readers get to see the, dare I say, human side of the villains in Batman's world, but Batman #49 does just that and it makes for one of the more thought-provoking and powerful issues of this run. |
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Batman (2016) #50
Jul 4, 2018 |
Overall, Batman #50 may not live up to the overwhelming hype that led up to it, but it doesn't need to. It's an issue that redefines and fundamentally changes Batman -- and Catwoman -- forever in a way that has been far too long in coming. |
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10
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Batman (2016) #51
Jul 18, 2018 |
Given all the hype around the wedding between Batman and Catwoman -- and the way that affair turned out -- one might expect that Batman #51 would take the easy way out by delivering a broken, violent, emotionally shut-down Batman. And it does, but to Tom King's credit the story takes a very different turn. |
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10
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Batman (2016) #52
Aug 1, 2018 |
Tom King's writing is giving Bruce an introspection one wouldn't have expected after Selina left him at the altar and it might be one of the finest chapters in the Caped Crusader's story yet. |
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10
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Batman (2016) #53
Aug 15, 2018 |
Batman #53 is a great reminder that there's a bigger story to be told in King's run than just the love story between Batman and Catwoman. |
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8
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Batman (2016) #54
Sep 5, 2018 |
A little light on action, but strong in emotional weight, readers might not claim Batman #54 as a favorite, but it's definitely a turning point and it will be interesting to see where things go for both Dick and Bruce going forward. |
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10
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Batman (2016) #55
Sep 19, 2018 |
If you've been reading Tom King's Batman, then you've likely figured out that it's the issues that are the quietest in terms of action and major events that end up packing the biggest punch, and that holds true for Batman #55. |
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8
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Batman (2016) #56
Oct 3, 2018 |
Admittedly, it's a slightly cliche story, but King tells it well, moving back and forth from the story of a son dealing with a father who was less than stellar and a pseudo-father dealing with grief and rage over what's happened to his pseudo-son. He even manages to slip in another somewhat unusual villain. |
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6
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Batman (2016) #57
Oct 17, 2018 |
The issue is visually beautiful -- a largely wordless fight between Batman and the man who shot Nightwing -- but it lacks substance. |
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4
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Batman (2016) #58
Nov 7, 2018 |
One thing Tom King has excelled at during his Batman run is humanizing the villains in a way that doesn't make them sympathetic but instead gives better insight into who they are. Unfortunately, despite a genuinely intriguing setup with The Penguin, the issue continues with a further dehumanizing of Batman. |
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4
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Batman (2016) #59
Nov 21, 2018 |
Batman is at his darkest, most unrestrained worst this time around, to the point it's getting nearly impossible to want to root for him in any capacity. To an extent that's the point, but the deeper we get into King's run the more and more this bleak fall from grace into utter darkness becomes a chore to read, and that's especially evident here. |
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6
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Batman (2016) #60
Dec 5, 2018 |
We're no closer to answers to this mystery, but there's a twist at the end that makes this darkness worth sitting in a little bit longer. |
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4
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Batman (2016) #61
Dec 19, 2018 |
King's told this story nearly thirty issues before and, by bringing it back here only serves to stall any forward motion the book should have had -- something that feels awfully dangerous in the first chapter of a new arc. |
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8
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Batman (2016) #62
Jan 9, 2019 |
Batman #62 is, in a word, weird. But that isn't necessarily a bad thing. |
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6
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Batman (2016) #63
Jan 23, 2019 |
To say that Tom King has been taking Batman to unusual places is a little bit of an understatement, and those unusual places haven't always worked. This week, however, Batman #63 takes us deeper into the "Knightmares" arc and in doing so follows along with Batman into what feels less like a Knightmare and more like a dream come true. |
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10
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Batman (2016) #64
Feb 6, 2019 |
The balance between the anger stage of grief in Flash and Batman's guilt and desperation makes for a deeply meaningful story, and it's one you won't want to miss. |
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8
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Batman (2016) #65
Feb 20, 2019 |
Despite the solid action and beginnings of a resolution, there is just this vague sense of being left wanting. However, if for nothing else than it's sharp honesty and vulnerability in showing Batman for who he is, the book is a fine and worthy read. |
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4
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Batman (2016) #66
Mar 6, 2019 |
It seems like a waste of narrative space, and it's likely to leave fans wondering when -- or if -- the story is ever going to start moving forward again. |
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4
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Batman (2016) #67
Mar 20, 2019 |
Generally speaking, these Knightmares stories have largely worn out their welcome. While Tom King is trying to tell a larger story arc (he has to get to issue 100, after all), these stories feel more like filler, a way to technically complete an issue without having to expend too much story. |
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10
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Batman (2016) #68
Apr 10, 2019 |
Tom King's extended run on Batman has its highs and lows, and while more recent installments of the "Knightmares" arc have been more on the low side of things, this week's Batman #68 is decidedly a high point -- and possibly one of the most enjoyable issues King's done yet. |
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Batman (2016) #69
Apr 17, 2019 |
We are finally at the end of the "Knightmares" arc, but while Batman #69 does serve to shift the narrative towards the next chapter in an engaging way, it really only illustrates what readers know and editors should have: the entire "Knightmares" arc was a long stall, filling issues and pages for no redeemable purpose bt to extend the run. |
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6
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Batman (2016) #70
May 1, 2019 |
It's a worthwhile read, and at least there's the promise of a showdown soon. |
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4
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Batman (2016) #71
May 15, 2019 |
Switching storylines, inconsistent continuity, and a disconcerting sense of not ever really be certain what parts of the story are "real" and what parts are hallucination has become almost a default for Tom King's Batman run, and that holds true for Batman #71. Unfortunately, that also means that Batman #71 is a bit of a mess to read. |
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10
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Batman (2016) #72
Jun 5, 2019 |
The threat to Batman honestly doesn't feel that substantial. But, of course, that may be the ultimate beauty of the entire issue. |
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8
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Batman (2016) #73
Jun 19, 2019 |
Every page is an exquisite delight so beautifully crafted you can feel the desert sun on your face as you read and as the Waynes make their way towards an uncertain destination. |
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6
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Batman (2016) #74
Jul 10, 2019 |
This deep in, readers get it: Bruce Wayne is a mess with a whole lot of daddy issues. Do we really need to drive that point home every issue? |
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4
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Batman (2016) #75
Jul 17, 2019 |
Not even the one "shock" reveal is enough to lift this from what feels like a major low. |
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8
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Batman (2016) #76
Aug 7, 2019 |
If #75 was too narrow, #76 is open exactly wide enough. There's a lot revealed in the tight narratives in the issue and you'll want to carefully read every expression and every word on every page. |
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8
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Batman (2016) #77
Aug 21, 2019 |
Everything changes in this issue and, even with a shocking semi-cliffhanger, it feels like the story is truly coming together"even if it's in the darkest possible way. |
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10
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Batman (2016) #78
Sep 11, 2019 |
This is 100% a key issue of Tom King's run and an absolutely defining moment for the hero himself. |
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10
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Batman (2016) #79
Sep 18, 2019 |
Batman #79 is another one of the more quiet, character-driven issues in Tom King's run and, like many before it, an excellent example of just how good this run truly is. |
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8
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Batman (2016) #80
Oct 2, 2019 |
The ending of the issue isn't a twist, you can largely guess what's coming, and like many issues of King's run this one could have benefitted from being part of a larger story rather than a single issue. But it is an excellent issue, one that truly sets the stage for the end in a powerful and important way. |
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8
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Batman (2016) #81
Oct 16, 2019 |
Ultimately what works here most comes in the last few pages, when you realize Batman's plan isn't going to plan. It makes up for the somewhat disappointing undoing of most of the series' drama and the fact that we still haven't gotten to Bane. |
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6
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Batman (2016) #82
Nov 6, 2019 |
If you can get past the threadbare cliffhanger approach once again, though, the use of orange tones in this issue tells a story all its own and is a real treat for the reader. |
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10
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Batman (2016) #83
Nov 20, 2019 |
Comic books, at their best, tell stories by showing and not telling. Batman #83 does that in a way that is rarely seen anymore and it may well make this heartbreaking issue the crown jewel of the entire run. |
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8
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Batman (2016) #84
Dec 4, 2019 |
The second-to-last issue of Tom King's run arrives with Batman #84, but it's an issue that, with so much story left to tell, feels an awful lot like stalling as it takes readers not into a final showdown but reminds them how we actually got to this point. To be fair, it's a beautiful stall. |
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4
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Batman (2016) #85
Dec 18, 2019 |
The overall issue ends up feeling a little too bland and a lot too clean for a Batman story and while one could argue that it's never been a Batman story, it's a Bruce Wayne story, even from that angle it misses the mark. |
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2
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Batman (2016) #86
Jan 8, 2020 |
Overstuffed with far too many words"dialogue, narration, all of it"and further burdened by art that is disproportionate and poorly executed, Batman #86 drowns in its own failed attempts to imitate better works resulting in unrelenting mediocrity. |
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6
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Batman (2016) #87
Jan 22, 2020 |
Batman #87 firmly establishes that we are in a new era for Batman, but it's an era fraught with issues. |
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8
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Batman (2016) #88
Feb 5, 2020 |
The third issue of James Tynion IV's Batman has arrived and while the previous two issues have been a bit difficult, Tynion genuinely finds his footing in Batman #88. |
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6
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Batman (2016) #89
Feb 19, 2020 |
The big threat in Gotham is starting to take a more distinctive shape in Batman #89 and thanks to a bit more time spent on Catwoman's part the story it's more interesting than ever. |
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6
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Batman (2016) #90
Mar 4, 2020 |
Batman #90 gives readers what they've been waiting for: the Designer's grand design, the big plan, the "what is the Designer up to" of it all by revealing Catwoman's big secret and, to be blunt, it's kind of a let down. |
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6
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Batman (2016) #91
Mar 18, 2020 |
The real star of the issue is both the art and sense of subtle vulnerability that Tynion gives Batman"an unexpected treat in a fairly average issue. |
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6
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Batman (2016) #92
Jun 10, 2020 |
The bottom line is this: while the amount of time fans have had to wait for the issue thanks to the coronavirus pandemic make things feel a bit more special in the immediate term, the issue is only average at best. |
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6
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Batman (2016) #93
Jun 24, 2020 |
The issue is simultaneously too much and not enough and ultimately lands as just an "ok" book overall. |
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4
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Batman (2016) #94
Jul 8, 2020 |
The book is one that in a sense serves to let readers catch their breath before things really pop off, but it generally just feels kind of messy, almost like Tynion didn't know really where he wanted to go. |
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4
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Batman (2016) #95
Jul 22, 2020 |
Ultimately, the issue feels like a half-hearted mashup of the weaker parts of Nolan's The Dark Knight and The Dark Knight Rises with a bit more Joker and yet another random shiny thing"this time literally with that new Batsuit"to distract from what is becoming painfully apparent: fun ideas don't always make for a good story. |
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6
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Batman (2016) #96
Aug 5, 2020 |
Things aren't thrilling or groundbreaking, and there's still this nagging sense that the whole story is going nowhere, but the issue is an intriguing read if for nothing else than a glimpse at what Bruce's ideal world looks like. |
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8
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Batman (2016) #97
Aug 19, 2020 |
Batman #97 finally reaches the tipping point where the grand art can no longer cover the holes in the story. By now we should know what Joker's grand plan is or at least be stepping into a showdown. We're not. And it almost feels like we never will be. |
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8
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Batman (2016) #98
Sep 2, 2020 |
It's not a flawless issue, but it's probably a best of run and a damn fine read. |
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4
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Batman (2016) #99
Sep 16, 2020 |
It's well past time for this story to come to an end that, if the lead up is any indication, is going to be nothing more than smoke, mirrors, and marketing hype. Just like the whole arc has been. |
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Batman (2016) #100
Oct 7, 2020 |
This isn't about frightening the dark elements of Gotham nor is it about saving a doomed city. Batman #100 is about nothing more than Batman's (and, perhaps, the author's) ego. That's both a waste of this story's premise and a crying shame. |
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6
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Batman (2016) #101
Oct 21, 2020 |
It's an okay issue that feels almost like it could have been a summary at the front of something more exciting. Not bad, not great and in some regards better than "Joker War" was an entire arc. |
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6
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Batman (2016) #102
Nov 4, 2020 |
The bottom line is that Batman #102 is one of Tynion's better runs, but the story feels sort of recycled which detracts from its overall quality. Perhaps instead of constantly trying to create "new" characters there should be some investment digging into Batman's lesser-explored qualities first. |
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6
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Batman (2016) #103
Nov 18, 2020 |
We're a few issues past "Joker War" into a promised new chapter of the Batman story and yet it's the second verse same as the first. |
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6
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Batman (2016) #104
Dec 2, 2020 |
Batman #104 may be the most interesting installment of the "Ghostmaker" arc thus far, but that doesn't necessarily make it good. |
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5
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Batman (2016) #105
Dec 16, 2020 |
For all of the ideas that James Tynion IV brings to Gotham as he overstuffs it with flashy new characters, the real disappointment of his Batman run ultimately comes down to two things: an over-reliance on hype that is enver really delivered upon and a lack of Batman. |
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9.3
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Batman (2016) Annual | 3 issues |
10
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Batman (2016) Annual #3
Dec 12, 2018 |
It's something that Tom Taylor's story tells well alone, but Otto Schmidt's art shows it as well, the end result being a beautiful, satisfying, and perfectly Batman tale. |
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10
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Batman (2016) Annual #4
Oct 30, 2019 |
This might be the best Batman book of the year. |
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8
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Batman (2016) Annual #5
Dec 30, 2020 |
If Tynion's main Batman work were even half as good as this story, readers of the main line would be in for a treat. At least with this book Clownhunter feels like a character worth caring a bit more about. |
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7.3
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) | 17 issues |
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) #1
May 8, 2019 |
Writer Bryan Hill brings a bit of a fresh approach to the team by incorporating numerous big fan favorites, such as Black Lightning, Katana, and Batman, with younger characters The Signal and Orphan for team incarnation that feels a lot like the Bat Family and is equally as complex and slightly dysfunctional. |
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) #2
Jun 12, 2019 |
The same clich story elements that created pitfalls in the debut issue still exist here, but the action is hard and fast and fun to read while being even better to look at thanks to Dexter Soy's engaging art. |
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) #3
Jul 10, 2019 |
The theme of the Outsiders as a broken team continues this issue and, while that's a point already made in the previous two issues of Batman and The Outsiders, this week the story shifts towards healing even as, in a paralell plot, the person the team has been charged with saving falls further towards darkness in the hands of Ra's Al Ghul. |
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) #4
Aug 14, 2019 |
It's not a bad issue. It's just not particularly great as it lurches forward towards what is (hopefully) an action-packed future. |
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) #5
Sep 11, 2019 |
Nothing here is easy, as we're learning, and it makes for another solid read. |
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6
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) #6
Oct 9, 2019 |
It's a solid read and a good lead in to the next arc in the series. |
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) #7
Nov 13, 2019 |
Batman and the Outsiders #7 still struggles a bit with too much exposition, but we're finally getting into the story for real now -- and it's one that has promise. |
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) #8
Dec 11, 2019 |
Batman and The Outsiders #8 is flat-out one of the best issues of the series thus far. |
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10
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) #9
Jan 8, 2020 |
Bryan Hill knocks it out of the park with his stripped down, raw take on Black Lightning's anger and grief, and it makes for a stunning, satisfying issue. |
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10
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) #10
Feb 12, 2020 |
It's exciting, intriguing, and feels like solid payoff for all the build up we've had thus far. |
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8
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) #11
Mar 11, 2020 |
In truth, there is a lot of establishing in this issue, but it works well in that it helps resolve some of the emotional notes that have been running through the series as well as bring all of the major players to a spot where the real fight can jump off: going up against Ra's. |
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) #12
May 6, 2020 |
It's not that it's bad or problematic that the book puts so much weight on this aspect of the story; these relationships are interesting and inform the future of the team. The problem is is that these are conversations that happen in nearly every issue of the series, almost exactly as they do here, and thus far has done nothing to advance the idea of the Outsiders as an actual team. |
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10
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) #13
Jun 17, 2020 |
For all of the frequent issues of imbalance in storytelling that Batman and the Outsiders suffers, this week's issue #13 is an issue that finds itself firmly set on stable ground with a chapter that offers up not only some explanation as to what's next for the team now that Ra's diabolical plan has been revealed, but delivers on some of the doubts and concerns that have been planted irregularly through the series thus far. |
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) #14
Jul 8, 2020 |
Batman and the Outsiders had definitely hit its stride in terms of story and while things do drag a little in terms of pacing in Batman and the Outsiders #14, the issue rightly focuses on a bit of character development"Black Lightning getting his upgraded powers in particular"in a way that starts to truly set things up for a coming battle with Ra's al Ghul. |
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) #15
Aug 12, 2020 |
It feels like we've been waiting for the Outsiders to take on Ra's forever at this point. The book just needs to get on with it. |
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) #16
Sep 9, 2020 |
The finale of "The Demon's Fire" storyline hits in this week's Batman and the Outsiders #16 and rather than go out with an impressive, spectacular finale, the whole story comes to conclusion with a whimper. |
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) #17
Oct 14, 2020 |
It's a slightly too-tidy wrap up, but it delivers on the characters in a thoughtful way that serves as a "what might have been" while also serving as an adequate goodbye. |
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8.0
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) Annual | 1 issues |
8
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Batman and the Outsiders (2019) Annual #1
Oct 30, 2019 |
The story is a little dense and a bit repetitive at points, but it's a wonderful read and an absolute must for anyone already invested in the Batman and the Outsiders story. |
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8.0
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Batman/Catwoman (2020) | 1 issues |
8
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Batman/Catwoman (2020) #1
Dec 2, 2020 |
The much anticipated Batman/Catwoman #1 is finally here and while it's not a perfect book, it's one that lives up to the hype. |
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10
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Batman: Prelude to the Wedding | 5 issues |
10
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Batman: Prelude to the Wedding: Nightwing vs. Hush #1
Jun 6, 2018 |
A solid, incredible issue you'll want to read over and over again. |
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10
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Batman: Prelude to the Wedding: Robin vs. Ra's Al Ghul #1
May 30, 2018 |
The march towards the wedding of Batman and Catwoman continues, and Batman Prelude to the Wedding #1 Robin vs. Ra's al Ghul is perhaps one of the best moments of that march. |
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Batman: Prelude to the Wedding: Red Hood vs. Anarky #1
Jun 20, 2018 |
Batman Prelude to the Wedding: Red Hood Vs. Anarky #1 may be the weakest of the Prelude one-shots, but that doesn't mean it's not still a worthy issue. |
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Batman: Prelude to the Wedding: Harley Quinn vs. Joker #1
Jun 27, 2018 |
In keeping with the rest of the prelude books, Tim Seely does an impressive job at revealing intimate sides of those in Batman's world and the way he deftly handles Harley and Joker will make you wish he wrote them all of the time. |
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10
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Batman: Prelude to the Wedding: Batgirl vs. The Riddler #1
Jun 13, 2018 |
If you aren't reading Batman Prelude to the Wedding, you need to. The third in the series, Batgirl vs. Riddler is, like Robin vs. Ra's Al Ghul and Nightwing vs. Hush, excellent. |
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9.6
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Betty & Veronica (2018) | 5 issues |
10
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Betty & Veronica (2018) #1
Dec 19, 2018 |
Well-paced and carefully crafted, Betty & Veronica is an excellent start. The glimpse it offers into the friendship and inner lives of two of comics' most iconic female characters is a welcome and intriguing one that feels long overdue in a world that all too frequently revolves Archie. |
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10
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Betty & Veronica (2018) #2
Jan 30, 2019 |
Every page of Betty and Veronica #2 rings true, and you'll get to the end wanting more. |
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10
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Betty & Veronica (2018) #3
Feb 27, 2019 |
Betty & Veronica #3 is a thoughtful, carefully crafted read that continues to delight. |
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Betty & Veronica (2018) #4
Apr 3, 2019 |
It's the second-to-last issue of Betty & Veronica, and Jamie Lee Rotante once again nails the female friend dynamic in an honest, relatable way. |
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10
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Betty & Veronica (2018) #5
May 8, 2019 |
It's sad that the series is done, but there's so much good to take away from the story. Jamie Lee Rotante has created an instant classic with Betty & Veronica. |
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10
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Big Hero Six: The Series | 1 issues |
10
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Big Hero Six: The Series #1
Nov 13, 2019 |
There is only one way to describe IDW's Big Hero 6: The Series #1: adorable. |
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9.3
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Billionaire Island | 6 issues |
10
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Billionaire Island #1
Mar 4, 2020 |
Billionaire Island #1 is by far the most intelligent, jaw-dropping, razor sharp, impeccably-timed comic you'll read this week or possibly ever. |
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10
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Billionaire Island #2
Jul 1, 2020 |
From cover to cover the issue is great writing and great art and it's overall a great read. |
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10
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Billionaire Island #3
Jul 22, 2020 |
Everything just hits here. It's another knockout issue. |
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10
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Billionaire Island #4
Aug 12, 2020 |
This issue is another excellent chapter of this all-too-real story. |
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10
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Billionaire Island #5
Aug 26, 2020 |
Some comics falter a little in their penultimate issue, that's not the case here. Russell continues to craft a layered story while Steve Pugh's art is just so spot on. |
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6
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Billionaire Island #6
Sep 16, 2020 |
Taken as a whole, Billionaire Island is a great series, but issue #6 loses its footing, weakening an otherwise great run. |
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3.0
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Bloodshot (2019) | 2 issues |
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Bloodshot (2019) #1
Sep 25, 2019 |
Bloodshot #1 is a comic with good intentions that doesn't work very well, save for a whole lot of explosions for fun's sake. |
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Bloodshot (2019) #4
Dec 18, 2019 |
It's flat, it's predictable, and it's boring, leaving readers with no real investment or no real reward for opening up the issue. |
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6.5
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Buffy The Vampire Slayer Season 11: Giles | 4 issues |
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Buffy The Vampire Slayer Season 11: Giles #1
Feb 28, 2018 |
There's just enough mystery about both the demon and Roux that you'll want to keep reading to find out more. |
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Buffy The Vampire Slayer Season 11: Giles #2
Mar 28, 2018 |
Another solid mx of humor, action, and exposition, Giles #2 is a fun read, and you can't help but find yourself hooked. |
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Buffy The Vampire Slayer Season 11: Giles #3
Apr 25, 2018 |
It's something that honestly elevates the entire issue from simply good to great as it invites you further in and breaks your heart with each and every page. |
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Buffy The Vampire Slayer Season 11: Giles #4
May 23, 2018 |
Here's the thing about Giles #4: the conclusion of "Girl Blue" is supposed to have emotional weight, especially after the revelations about Roux's past last issue. Unfortunately most of the book is tied up with tedious exposition that is honestly better suited to another medium. |
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5.5
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Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 12: The Reckoning | 4 issues |
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Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 12: The Reckoning #1
Jun 20, 2018 |
It may be repetitive in terms of challenges, but each time the heroes learn something new and that more than makes this issue worth the read. |
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Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 12: The Reckoning #2
Jul 18, 2018 |
If you're invested in the series, it's a solid read, but this issue really is nothing to write home about. |
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4
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Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 12: The Reckoning #3
Aug 22, 2018 |
Overall, kind of a mundane and average read. Here's to hoping they pull out all the stops next issue to make up for it. |
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Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season 12: The Reckoning #4
Sep 19, 2018 |
The end is finally here for Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Season 12, and Joss Whedon's finale manages to pull together all of the threads of the series -- both television and the many comic book continuations -- into an oddly satisfying conclusion. |
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8.0
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Bully Wars | 1 issues |
8
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Bully Wars #1
Sep 5, 2018 |
In many ways it feels an awful lot like a Cartoon Network show circa 2000 and if that's not enough reason to read it then I don't know what is. |
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4.8
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Cemetery Beach | 5 issues |
6
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Cemetery Beach #3
Nov 14, 2018 |
There's aren't a lot of words in Cemetery Beach #3. The issue tends to let the art do the storytelling and while it does it well, the words that we do get as the story progresses isn't particularly deep. |
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4
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Cemetery Beach #4
Dec 12, 2018 |
Cemetery Beach is a unique book that suffers from a too-common problem: the concept is strong, but the execution sloppy at best, and the end result for issue #4 is a book that feels like everything is being run into the ground. |
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4
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Cemetery Beach #5
Jan 9, 2019 |
Cemetery Beach continues to be weighed down by the very thing that makes it interesting: strong concept, weak execution. |
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6
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Cemetery Beach #6
Feb 6, 2019 |
The story here is a common one: someone in power wants to remain in power and will do anything to stop those who threaten that. Finally that's becoming more clear, and with Cemetery Beach so close for our two protagonists, this issue feels like it all might come together at long last. |
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Cemetery Beach #7
Mar 6, 2019 |
While the story is wrapped up in what generally works as a natural stopping place, if you've managed to make it this far with the series, you may well find yourself feeling like you've wasted your time. |
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9.6
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Contagion | 5 issues |
10
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Contagion #1
Oct 2, 2019 |
It's scary, it's interesting, it's even got a bit of humor. The art is top-notch. It's a winner for sure. |
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10
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Contagion #2
Oct 9, 2019 |
Contagion #2 is perfect. It's got it all: there's action, there's some adventure, there's a dose of horror, a lot of heroes, and some unexpected turns. |
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10
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Contagion #3
Oct 16, 2019 |
Not to put too fine a point on things, but Contagion is a great series and if you aren't reading it you should be. |
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10
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Contagion #4
Oct 23, 2019 |
What started just as Ben Grimm's worst nightmare has quickly become everyone's and it's so satisfying, if not frightening to read. |
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8
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Contagion #5
Oct 30, 2019 |
Overall as a series, Contagion has been an incredibly fun ride and this issue brings it all to a fun, satisfying conclusion. And, of course, we get a great panel of Ben Grimm and his cat. Who could want anything more? |
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8.0
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Cosmo | 1 issues |
8
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Cosmo #4
Apr 18, 2018 |
This title is simply a breath of fresh air and while it may not pack any major punch, it's just a delight to read and you won't be able stop yourself from wondering what the evil queen of Venus is up to next. |
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9.5
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Crowded | 12 issues |
10
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Crowded #1
Aug 15, 2018 |
The story alone is brilliantly written, but it's well-supported with art and color that look every bit like Instagram snapshots, making the world of Crowded almost hauntingly like our own. It's a combination that sets Crowded off on an excellent start. |
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10
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Crowded #2
Sep 12, 2018 |
It's a stunning warning and an uncomfortably honest take, one that makes one wonder just how far Crowded will take us into the depths of our own hearts. |
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10
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Crowded #3
Oct 10, 2018 |
It's unsettling and that is a huge part of why Crowded #3 is such a fantastic read. |
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10
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Crowded #4
Nov 7, 2018 |
The issue balances that depth out by also fleshing out Vita and Charlie just a bit more as well and, just because it can, ends off on a cliffhanger that will leave you wondering just how the story can move forward from there. |
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10
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Crowded #5
Dec 5, 2018 |
Fast-paced from almost the word go with an incredible amount of depth and heart, Crowded #5 is absolutely perfect, especially when it comes to the ferocity of the library. |
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10
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Crowded #6
Jan 2, 2019 |
Packed with action and intrigue, Crowded #6 is a stunning issue that promises even more to come. |
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10
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Crowded #7
Jul 3, 2019 |
It's a wild ride, but a truly great one and a solid reminder of why Crowded is simply one of the best comic books to hit shelves in years. |
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8
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Crowded #8
Aug 7, 2019 |
It's a great issue with a lot of fun to balance the fact that we know even less than before. |
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10
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Crowded #9
Sep 4, 2019 |
The twist at the end is pretty much the cherry on top of the whole crazy sundae that is an issue that kicks off fast and simply doesn't stop. |
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10
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Crowded #10
Nov 20, 2019 |
Crowded continues to be one of the best comics out there with Crowded #10 this week, and part of that is because of how much of a departure the issue is. |
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6
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Crowded #11
Feb 5, 2020 |
It feels very much like a transition issue, but one that offers a lot of promise for what's to come. |
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10
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Crowded #12
Mar 25, 2020 |
Crowded consistently manages to be one of the best books out there but this week's Crowded #12 takes things to a new level as it shakes up the story in a big, big way while also closing out the current arc. |
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8.0
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Dark Nights: Death Metal One Shot | 1 issues |
8
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Dark Nights: Death Metal: Infinite Hour Exxxtreme! #1
Nov 12, 2020 |
The book doesn't take itself seriously while also taking itself absolutely seriously and the result is a kick-ass read from cover to cover that also looks cool and delivers quite a few full belly laughs. |
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10
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DC's Crimes of Passion | 1 issues |
10
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DC's Crimes of Passion #1
Feb 5, 2020 |
It's a fine collection, one that will make you wish DC did this more often. |
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6.0
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DC's Nuclear Winter Special | 1 issues |
6
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DC's Nuclear Winter Special #1
Nov 28, 2018 |
DC Comics continues their tradition of annual holiday specials, and, as these things go, DC's Nuclear Winter Special is unique. |
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8.0
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DC's Very Merry Multiverse (2020) | 1 issues |
8
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DC's Very Merry Multiverse (2020) #1
Dec 9, 2020 |
Really, this is one of the weirdest holiday specials DC has put out, but it has a ton of heart and is a fun, offbeat read from cover to cover. |
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8.0
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DC/Looney Tunes | 1 issues |
8
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DC/Looney Tunes: Harley Quinn/Gossamer #1
Aug 29, 2018 |
Overall, Harley Quinn Gossamer Special #1 is a fun break from the usual insanity of the Harley Quinn world. |
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7.2
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Dead Day | 5 issues |
10
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Dead Day #1
May 29, 2020 |
Dead Day #1 is an outstanding comic. |
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8
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Dead Day #2
Aug 19, 2020 |
It's a good second issue from cover to cover. |
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6
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Dead Day #3
Sep 16, 2020 |
It feels a bit too much like "Riverdale" in the worst possible way and that doesn't really move much this issue. Other than that, Dead Day #3 is a strong comic. |
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6
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Dead Day #4
Oct 21, 2020 |
Well-written, heartfelt at times, and fast moving, the only real problem with Dead Day #4 is that it just wasn't long enough"it's an issue that certainly leaves you wanting more. |
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6
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Dead Day #5
Nov 18, 2020 |
Still, it's an excellent read and, when taking this issue with the whole of the series, one of the better comics this year. I just wish there had been more. |
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10
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Dejah Thoris (2018) | 1 issues |
10
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Dejah Thoris (2018) #4
May 9, 2018 |
Dejah Thoris isn't a title you can just jump into. In order to have an idea as to what's going on in Dejah Thoris #4, you really need to read the previous three, but if there is one thing that this issue makes clear is that it's worth it. |
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10
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Dept. H | 1 issues |
10
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Dept. H #24
Mar 21, 2018 |
Haunting, masterful, and beautiful, this issue would be gorgeous if done all in black and white, but Sharlene Kindt's colors elevate the entire experience. It's a beautiful end to a beautiful series. |
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10
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Ether | 1 issues |
10
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Ether: The Disappearance of Violet Bell #5
Jan 22, 2020 |
Simply put, this book is practically perfect. |
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9.7
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Event Leviathan | 6 issues |
10
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Event Leviathan #1
Jun 12, 2019 |
Engaging and well-considered, Event Leviathan #1 both looks and reads like thriller, offering just enough in the way of twists and turns to take readers on a story that is both a little predictable and a bit unexpected, leaving the quiet possibility that this is a threat that the heroes may not be able to stop"while also making one wonder exactly who the heroes really are and what cost is worth paying for a "better world." |
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10
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Event Leviathan #2
Jul 10, 2019 |
Event Leviathan is billed as a six-issue mystery thriller and after a stellar kick off issue, the second installment is absolutely living up to that. |
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8
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Event Leviathan #3
Aug 14, 2019 |
Event Leviathan #3 may not be the strongest issue so far, but it certainly gives readers a lot to consider ensuring they'll want more. |
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10
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Event Leviathan #4
Sep 11, 2019 |
To put it bluntly, Event Leviathan #4 is a damn fine issue of a damn fine series. Period. |
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10
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Event Leviathan #5
Oct 9, 2019 |
The result is a damn near perfect penultimate issue that makes the wait for the finale that much harder. |
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10
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Event Leviathan #6
Nov 13, 2019 |
Beautiful story, lovely art, it's an excellent closing issue to the short series, well-executed and well-done. |
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6.3
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Exorsisters | 6 issues |
6
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Exorsisters #1
Oct 17, 2018 |
Exorsisters #1 is one of those comics that seems like a light, slightly campy and fun read, and for the most part that's exactly what it is. |
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8
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Exorsisters #2
Nov 21, 2018 |
What really makes it an interesting read instead of being cumbersome the way some backstories can be is that it's hard to tell who you feel most for, Kate and Cate or their mother as all three (well, two) are victims of deals with the devil gone awry. What makes the story even better, though, is how no one seems to learn from these deals. |
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6
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Exorsisters #3
Dec 19, 2018 |
Cate's story about her ex-boyfriend Buzz is genuinely interesting even if it only barely moves the story forward. |
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8
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Exorsisters #4
Jan 23, 2019 |
While the book often reads like it's trying too hard, especially with Kate, the only real let down this issue is that there wasn't more of it. |
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4
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Exorsisters #5
Feb 20, 2019 |
It's a very middling issue in a promising series that is starting to buckle under its own bloat. |
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6
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Exorsisters #6
May 29, 2020 |
Overall, though, Exorsisters #6 is a fun read and here's to hoping we don't have to wait so long to see what's next for the Harrow sisters. |
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9.6
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Fairlady | 5 issues |
10
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Fairlady #1
Apr 10, 2019 |
The writing, the complete "one and done" story format, the art, and even the carefully crafted culture of The Feld all makes the book a standout. Come for the anthropomorphic cat. Stay for a genuinely original and fascinating story that will leave you wanting more in the best way possible. |
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8
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Fairlady #2
May 15, 2019 |
Things take a sharp, sudden turn towards the resolution in a way that feels a little too convenient and easy, but other than that, Fairlady #2 is an absolute delight. |
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10
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Fairlady #3
Jun 19, 2019 |
One of the best things about Fairlady is that each issue is a full story, but while Fairlady #3 does, in fact, give readers a full story, it also sets up a bigger mystery. |
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10
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Fairlady #4
Jul 17, 2019 |
It's just a top notch issue and if you're not reading Fairlady then you need to correct that immediately. This book is fantastic. |
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10
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Fairlady #5
Aug 21, 2019 |
The issue manages to pull off both a conclusion and a cliffhanger, defying convention much the way the book's heroine does thus making Fairlady #5 one of the best books out this week. |
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10
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Future Fight Firsts | 1 issues |
10
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Future Fight Firsts: Crescent & Io #1
Nov 6, 2019 |
It's a simple book done beautifully"a real winner. |
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10
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Future State (2021) | 4 issues |
10
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Future State (2021): Kara Zor-El, Superwoman #1
Jan 13, 2021 |
It's a gorgeous story, a gorgeous issue. A winner all around. |
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10
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Future State (2021): Dark Detective #1
Jan 13, 2021 |
It's a back-to-basics story that is anything but basic. |
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10
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Future State (2021): The Next Batman #1
Jan 7, 2021 |
This is a bold book and it's masterfully done and a great launch into "Future State." |
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10
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Future State (2021): Harley Quinn #1
Jan 7, 2021 |
The whole book is just incredible and easily one of the best Future State offerings. This book is a knockout. |
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9.3
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Giant Days | 8 issues |
6
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Giant Days #36
Mar 7, 2018 |
Max Sarin's art, coupled with Whitney Cogar's coloring, is charming as well, bringing the whole ordinary story together and making it a little fun at the same time. |
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8
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Giant Days #37
Apr 4, 2018 |
Overall a refreshing, darling issue. |
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10
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Giant Days #38
May 2, 2018 |
Giant Days #38 is a rare issue where everything just works in the best way possible making it a great read across the board. |
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10
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Giant Days #39
Jun 6, 2018 |
Giant Days continues to be one of those rare books where there's no need for something to fix or a mystery to solve. Instead, it finds its story in real-world situations that readers can easily identify with. |
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10
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Giant Days #40
Jul 4, 2018 |
Giant Days may not be a book with a lot of action, but it's that relatability that makes it outstanding yet again this week. |
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10
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Giant Days #41
Aug 1, 2018 |
It's another delightful issue. This title is really just a joy. |
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10
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Giant Days #42
Sep 5, 2018 |
Every issue of Giant Days is a treat. It's rare that a comic book will tell a complete story in a single issue while still feeding the bigger picture that will, eventually, become a future issue's central problem. |
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10
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Giant Days #43
Oct 3, 2018 |
Moving, funny, and brilliantly real, Giant Days #42 is another excellent issue you won't want to miss. |
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10
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Giant-Size X-Men (2020) | 1 issues |
10
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Giant-Size X-Men (2020): Storm #1
Sep 16, 2020 |
From cover to cover, this is a truly glorious book and while there is a little bit of cliche in some of Storm's thoughts about life and its meaning, this book is so beautiful we'll just look past it. It's wonderful. |
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8.4
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Harley Quinn (2016) | 39 issues |
8
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Harley Quinn (2016) #37
Feb 7, 2018 |
"Angry Bird Part One" is compelling follow-up to the "Batter Up" story arc and while it's a lot of set up with the promise of action to come, it's fully of humorous pop-culture references that helps Harley pop right off the page and draw fans in as for what the eventual showdown between Harley and Penguin might hold. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #38
Feb 21, 2018 |
This title is consistently a fun read, but this issue is honestly one of the best this week. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #39
Mar 7, 2018 |
While the book doesn't need it to keep you coming back, the perfect pacing of this story will definitely have you eager to find out what happens next. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #40
Mar 21, 2018 |
Harley Quinn consistently proves to be one of the most fun and well-crafted books DC has going right now and this issue is no exception. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #41
Apr 4, 2018 |
Harley Quinn #41 is a mess, but it's a fun, fantastic, and utterly bonkers mess. |
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2
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Harley Quinn (2016) #42
Apr 18, 2018 |
There's nothing to like here, which is really unfortunate considering how much fun the rest of this book has been lately. |
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4
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Harley Quinn (2016) #43
Jun 6, 2018 |
There's no way to put this other than bluntly: Harley Quinn #43 is a mess. |
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2
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Harley Quinn (2016) #44
Jun 20, 2018 |
The real threat that seemed so promising before feels too much like it was forgotten and by the time the arc ends, it's all so unsatisfying and lackluster that you can't help but wonder what the point was at all. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #45
Jul 4, 2018 |
Harley Quinn works best as a character when she's allowed to simply be herself, and Harley Quinn #45 massively delivers on that front. |
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6
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Harley Quinn (2016) #46
Jul 18, 2018 |
There is a fine line between letting Harley Quinn be herself and turning her into a discount Deadpool, and, unfortunately, Harley Quinn #46 leans a little too hard into the latter. |
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8
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Harley Quinn (2016) #47
Aug 1, 2018 |
Harley's adventures on Apokolips come to an end in this issue, and while the conclusion is just as bonkers as anything you'd expect from Harley Quinn, there's a serious quality to the way things wrap up with Granny Goodness. |
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8
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Harley Quinn (2016) #48
Aug 15, 2018 |
After a not-so-relaxing vacation to Apokolips, Harley is back and in top form in Harley Quinn #48 and that means a campy, somewhat bonkers adventure for the beloved character, but where previous recent storylines have lacked in presenting a fitting challenge for Harley, "Clown For Hire Part One" might just be the most Harley Quinn story in several issues. |
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6
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Harley Quinn (2016) #49
Sep 5, 2018 |
One of the best things about the Harley Quinn book is that it's fairly predictable and, no, predictable isn't bad. |
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4
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Harley Quinn (2016) #50
Sep 19, 2018 |
Harley Quinn isn't Deadpool and DC isn't Marvel, but someone might want to tell Harley Quinn #50 that. Not only is the issue one giant breaking of the fourth wall, it's an Avengers: Infinity War-esque story as well, just insane in a bright and sort of wacky way. |
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8
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Harley Quinn (2016) #51
Oct 3, 2018 |
While the "oh no, Harley broke continuity" schtick is more than a little yawn-worthy, there's something charming about #51 with Captain Triumph being stuck out of his own time, trying to be a hero the only way he knows how and colliding directly with a society and time that he simply doesn't understand. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #52
Oct 17, 2018 |
Captain Triumph's story continues in Harley Quinn #52, and this issue holds on to everything that made the previous issue a standout. The pacing is perfect, with the story sacrificing nothing in slowing down from the title's usually bonkers hijinks. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #53
Nov 7, 2018 |
It's truly an outstanding read, and the art is pretty great too. |
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6
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Harley Quinn (2016) #54
Nov 21, 2018 |
It's a lovely read, and it's even nicer to see Harley continue to evolve in a real and meaningful way. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #55
Dec 5, 2018 |
The book is a true treat and a must-read. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #56
Dec 19, 2018 |
If you follow comics at all, you're probably aware of something called Comicsgate and if you follow Harley Quinn you that the character -- and the book -- aren't one to turn away from a ridiculous fight. That's right, Harley and Comicsgate -- I mean, "Pettergate" -- collide in #56 and it's some of the most brilliant satire you'll read. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #57
Jan 9, 2019 |
Harley Quinn #57 is honestly this title at its finest. |
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8
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Harley Quinn (2016) #58
Feb 6, 2019 |
It's a fun read with real heart for a message, something that doesn't always come across in comics featuring Batman. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #59
Mar 6, 2019 |
I won't spoil the exact challenge Harley faces this issue, but the book stands as a beautiful reminder for readers to embrace who they really are as opposed to what others think they are. It's a powerful message, and it's beautifully done. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #60
Apr 3, 2019 |
This run overall is simply a delight, but this issue is a real winner you won't want to miss. |
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8
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Harley Quinn (2016) #61
May 1, 2019 |
While the story is a little bit tricky to follow in places -- it has quite a bit of table-setting to do -- stick with it for just the insanity of it all. |
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6
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Harley Quinn (2016) #62
Jun 5, 2019 |
It's a it messy with a lot of moving parts and while it does show some growth in Harley as a character in that she doesn't try to quit and is determined to save her friends without question, it's wrapped up rather quickly and too-tidily before being decorated with a little bow as part of Harley's trials. |
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8
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Harley Quinn (2016) #63
Jul 3, 2019 |
It's raw, it's genuine, and it hits you right in the gut. That's the story the book is hopefully getting back to. It's the story where the character shines the most. - |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #64
Aug 7, 2019 |
It's a belly laugh, a punch to the gut, and a genuinely perfectly done issue. Read it. Now. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #65
Sep 4, 2019 |
Harley Quinn #65 isn't simply the next issue in the "Trials of Harley Quinn." It isn't just another comic book. Harley Quinn #65 is a beautifully executed portrait of grief and the power"and bravery"required to face pain and loss. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #66
Oct 2, 2019 |
If you're looking for a ton of zany Harley Quinn action, a lot of witty quips, and just the general insanity that comes with the character you're not going to find it here. Instead, Sam Humphries delivers one of the most emotionally powerful and moving issues of the story thus far. |
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8
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Harley Quinn (2016) #67
Nov 6, 2019 |
Think of Harley Quinn #67 as DC's Thanksgiving Special and it's a clever, funny, goofy romp full of heart and a bit of sly commentary that is both fun and fresh. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #68
Dec 4, 2019 |
The story itself in the episode is honestly a little thin"but it's perfectly fitting for the absolutely bonkers adventures the book takes readers on each and the parts of it that pack a punch do so in precisely the way you'd expect a holiday tale to. The art is what wins here with a bright and beautiful holiday display, Harley style. |
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8
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Harley Quinn (2016) #69
Jan 1, 2020 |
It's refreshing and fun and funny and a great way to close out one year and enter another. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #70
Feb 5, 2020 |
It's everything you could want in a Harley comic and more. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #71
Mar 4, 2020 |
It's just A+ all around. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #72
May 13, 2020 |
It's beautiful, it's real, and its heartwrenching just as much as it is funny. It's a fantastic issue; it's timing just makes it perfect. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #73
Jun 10, 2020 |
Say what you will about the social messages of the book, but Sam Humphries delivers a damn near perfect bit of storytelling in this bonkers book. This is Harley at her finest, period. |
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10
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Harley Quinn (2016) #74
Jul 8, 2020 |
Harley Quinn #74 is definitely a wrap-up issue, closing out her adventures in Los Angeles and bringing the story of her grief following her mother's death full circle. It's satisfying in a truly unique way. |
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8
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Harley Quinn (2016) #75
Aug 19, 2020 |
It's a lovely send off for the title, a book that fully humanized one of comics more colorful and sometimes underestimated characters. |
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4.0
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Harley Quinn: Harley Loves Joker | 2 issues |
6
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Harley Quinn: Harley Loves Joker #1
May 2, 2018 |
Harley deserves better, especially from her creator. |
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2
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Harley Quinn: Harley Loves Joker #2
May 16, 2018 |
I said this last issue, and I will say it again: Harley Quinn deserves far better than this. |
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7.0
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Hawkeye (2016) | 2 issues |
8
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Hawkeye (2016) #15
Feb 7, 2018 |
This issue is almost like a mini-movie and it's a hoot from start to finish. |
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6
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Hawkeye (2016) #16
Mar 7, 2018 |
With this being the series finale, the issue does a solid job of wrapping up the story while giving lots of tantalizing opportunities that we can only hope writers will take when Kate Bishop's Hawkeye returns. |
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10
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Hawkeye: Freefall | 1 issues |
10
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Hawkeye: Freefall #6
Jul 1, 2020 |
It's a brilliant and somewhat unexpected way to end a run, and it's grimly perfect. Top notch from cover to cover. |
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2.0
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Heroes In Crisis | 1 issues |
2
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Heroes In Crisis #3
Nov 28, 2018 |
Heroes in Crisis is now three issues in, and a few things have become clear: Tom King fundamentally does not understand Booster Gold as a character, and the story is going nowhere so efficiently that it's not clear what the story actually is. |
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10
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Hex Wives | 5 issues |
10
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Hex Wives #2
Nov 28, 2018 |
Hex Wives #2 is infuriatingly uncomfortable from cover to cover, and that's quite possibly what makes it one of the best reads this week. |
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10
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Hex Wives #3
Jan 2, 2019 |
Even though the reader knows very clearly what they are reading and seeing, there's this incredible dissonance in how it's all presented that makes you think you're losing it (in the best way possible) too. |
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10
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Hex Wives #4
Jan 30, 2019 |
Full of genuine tension and expert characterization, Hex Wives #4 is stand-out issue with the story only getting better, richer, and more interesting as it plays out. |
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10
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Hex Wives #5
Feb 27, 2019 |
Hex Wives #5 is a top-notch issue, and it may just be the best of the series yet. |
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10
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Hex Wives #6
Mar 27, 2019 |
Full stop, this issue is full of butt-kicking girl power in a way that is fresh, intense, and worth rooting for. The cover art's homage to Bewitched is just the icing on the cake. |
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7.3
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I Hate Fairyland | 3 issues |
6
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I Hate Fairyland #18
Apr 4, 2018 |
. This issue is largely a set up for the next issue, but even if the story is lacking, the colorful art is absolutely a delight with its perfect balance between the goofy and the grotesque. |
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6
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I Hate Fairyland #19
Jun 13, 2018 |
Skottie Young's I Hate Fairyland is bonkers even as it marches towards the end and that might be what works best about the book. |
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10
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I Hate Fairyland #20
Jul 4, 2018 |
I Hate Fairyland #20 is a great big acid colored middle finger to convention and it's brilliant. |
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4.5
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Inferior Five | 4 issues |
4
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Inferior Five #1
Sep 18, 2019 |
When the end arrives, there's some hope that perhaps the miniseries is just a slow burn that will pick up in a few issues, but readers may have a weird, bumpy ride getting that far. |
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4
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Inferior Five #2
Oct 16, 2019 |
I know that as critics go, I'm probably in the minority on this title, but Inferior Five #2 is just as weird as its debut issue and while there is a bit more to this one in terms of story, it's starting to seem less like a slow burn. |
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6
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Inferior Five #3
Nov 6, 2019 |
Inferior Five has been a rather inferior book thus far, but this week's Inferior Five #3 does something a bit unexpected, reversing that quality issue by way of finally offering readers a sense of context to the story already in progress. |
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4
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Inferior Five #4
Dec 4, 2019 |
After an issue that felt like things were starting to even out and make sense, The Inferior Five #4 comes back feeling a bit messy, a bit hurried, and with artwork that looks as messy and rushed as the book feels. |
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6.0
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James Bond 007 (2018) | 2 issues |
6
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James Bond 007 (2018) #1
Nov 7, 2018 |
Overall, the issue is a pretty average read and enjoyable if you're a James Bond fan, though the mystery the issue sets up isn't likely going to hold the attention of those without some sort of genuine interest in the character from movies. |
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James Bond 007 (2018) #2
Dec 19, 2018 |
While the issue does have some low points, particularly in places where Bond doesn't exactly appear to be the best at his job in surpring un-Bond-like fashion, the issue is very much exactly what you'd expect from an issue bearing the famous secret agent's name. |
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6.0
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Jem and the Holograms: Dimensions | 1 issues |
6
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Jem and the Holograms: Dimensions #4
Mar 7, 2018 |
Overall, a fun read, especially with the two, unconnected stories format. Definitely worth checking out. |
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10
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Jim Henson's Beneath the Dark Crystal | 1 issues |
10
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Jim Henson's Beneath the Dark Crystal #1
Jul 4, 2018 |
Beneath Dark Crystal is a compelling start to a fascinating story. A worthy read. |
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8.0
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Jim Henson's Fraggle Rock | 1 issues |
8
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Jim Henson's Fraggle Rock #1
May 9, 2018 |
The entire issue is a done like a series of watercolor paintings, fitting given that Mokey is a painter, and is stunningly beautiful to look at. Very well done. |
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10
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Jim Henson's Labyrinth: Coronation | 2 issues |
10
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Jim Henson's Labyrinth: Coronation #1
Feb 28, 2018 |
The tragic story Jareth tells Toby is moving and haunting, but has just a slight sinister edge to it -- more than enough to keep readers eager for more. |
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10
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Jim Henson's Labyrinth: Coronation #2
Mar 28, 2018 |
This book is truly a master work and if you aren't reading it you should be. |
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10
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Jim Henson's The Storyteller: Fairies | 1 issues |
10
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Jim Henson's The Storyteller: Fairies #4
Mar 21, 2018 |
The art has a warm feel that is fitting with this fireside tale, making the whole issue a moving delight to read. |
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10
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Jook Joint | 2 issues |
10
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Jook Joint #1
Oct 3, 2018 |
Jook Joint, the latest from Tee Franklin and Alitha E. Martinez, is uncomfortable even before the story starts with the big red "trigger warning" alerting people that there are some heavy, difficult subjects ahead, but don't let that stop you. |
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10
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Jook Joint #2
Nov 14, 2018 |
Tee Franklin's writing in this issue will make you uncomfortable and keep you there even into the final panel, and it's a good thing. |
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8.4
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Justice League: Odyssey | 9 issues |
8
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Justice League: Odyssey #1
Sep 26, 2018 |
While having a current working knowledge of the goings-on of the DC universe would be a plus, the story does an excellent job of setting things up in a way that its accessible for all readers and doesn't loose any of the interest in the process. There's a lot to be interested in here, too, especially with Darkseid's perhaps unexpected role in the issue. |
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10
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Justice League: Odyssey #2
Oct 24, 2018 |
Come for the art, stay for the well-cracted and interesting story that will keep you wondering what's next with the same level of depth most books take many, many more issues to reach. |
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6
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Justice League: Odyssey #3
Nov 28, 2018 |
Justice League Odyssey #3 is the issue of the story that starts to plunge what could otherwise be a very thin premise into real story depth. It's a solid read. |
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8
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Justice League: Odyssey #4
Jan 2, 2019 |
Justice League Odyssey #4 makes a couple of things pretty apparent. The first is that Darkseid is up to something, which really isn't a surprise considering its Darkseid. The second is that each of our heroes, save for maybe Jessica, is going to find themselves worshipped. But once you get past those fairly thin elements of the issue there's a lot to enjoy. |
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10
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Justice League: Odyssey #5
Jan 30, 2019 |
While it's anyone's guess how things will fully play out, Justice League Odyssey #5 is an outstanding entry, and it's one you don't want to miss. |
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8
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Justice League: Odyssey #6
Feb 27, 2019 |
Overall, the issue is a turning point for the series, deepening the cosmic mystery in a solid, visually spectacular way. |
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10
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Justice League: Odyssey #7
Mar 27, 2019 |
The book's a visual treat as well making it a stand out in an already excellent series. |
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8
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Justice League: Odyssey #8
Apr 10, 2019 |
We finally get some answers in Justice League Odyssey #8 this week, and while the issue doesn't really do much with them, what really works here is the interplay between Darkseid and the heroes. |
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8
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Justice League: Odyssey #9
May 8, 2019 |
Justice League Odyssey has been an enjoyable read overall even when it dips into exposition territory and, to an extent it does that this week. However, this issue it's a weird shift of sorts that may finally be starting to give Green Lantern Jessica Cruz a real purpose in the story. |
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8.7
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Killadelphia | 11 issues |
10
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Killadelphia #1
Nov 27, 2019 |
Overall, Killadelphia #1 is a strong debut. A dark, deep, seamless story that plays into multiple genres without becoming fully any one of them, the book offers a tantalizing nightmare of urban horror that feels real, rich, and mysterious. It'll infect you if you let it, and you should. |
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10
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Killadelphia #2
Jan 1, 2020 |
Paired with the beautiful and hauntingly understated art, it's a thrill ride of a story done with skill and class making it another stellar issue and one not to be missed. |
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8
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Killadelphia #3
Jan 29, 2020 |
Killadelphia continues to be a fascinating book, but this week's issue shifts a bit to digging into backstory. |
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8
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Killadelphia #4
Feb 26, 2020 |
Overall, the issue does what the series has done best from the start in revealing just enough of the true conflict to push the story forward while challenging the reader to consider the larger picture and this issue perhaps does that the best the series has thus far. |
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10
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Killadelphia #5
Mar 25, 2020 |
This issue has a real energy to it that makes it a thrill to read even with its darker themes. |
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8
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Killadelphia #6
Jun 10, 2020 |
While the story is not over (there's more Killadelphia coming) the end of this arc lacks the bite it started with. Still, it's a good book, just not great. |
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8
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Killadelphia #7
Aug 26, 2020 |
This week's Killadelphia #7 kicks off a new story arc and, in many ways, feels like a completely different book. |
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8
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Killadelphia #8
Oct 2, 2020 |
Rodney Barnes is a fantastic storyteller, and the crafting of this issue is further proof of that. |
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10
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Killadelphia #9
Oct 28, 2020 |
Throughout the series thus far Killadelphia has brilliantly shined a light on the racial inequality of America generally, but this issue and Jupiter's story is a sobering punch in the gut about the harsh realities of slavery and America's history"vampires notwithstanding. |
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10
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Killadelphia #10
Nov 25, 2020 |
It's a knockout issue with absolutely stellar art that tells the tale almost as precisely as the words on the page. |
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6
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Killadelphia #11
Dec 23, 2020 |
Killadelphia #11 feels a bit like filler even as much as it comes across as another unexpected right turn in an already slightly confusing narrative. |
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10
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Killmonger (2018) | 5 issues |
10
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Killmonger (2018) #1
Dec 5, 2018 |
Deftly written and beautifully drawn, Killmonger #1 may be one of the best comics this year as it takes a familiar story and gives it completely new dimension. It will be interesting to see exactly where the series takes us, but one thing is for certain: you'll never see Killmonger the same way ever again. |
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10
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Killmonger (2018) #2
Dec 19, 2018 |
It's a complex, powerful, and beautiful issue. |
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10
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Killmonger (2018) #3
Jan 2, 2019 |
This issue is absolutely haunting, one that will linger in the reader's mind for quite some time. |
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10
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Killmonger (2018) #4
Feb 6, 2019 |
Through hauntingly beautiful storytelling and truly excellent art, all the hope and promise of who N'Jadaka could have been washes away with swaths of bright red blood. |
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10
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Killmonger (2018) #5
Mar 6, 2019 |
Killmonger's story is one that is a cautionary tale of the toxic nature of anger and vengeance, and despite the ominous final panel, it's difficult to not feel devastated about the road the once-promising young man went down. |
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10
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Legend of the Swamp Thing: Halloween Spectacular (2020) | 1 issues |
10
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Legend of the Swamp Thing: Halloween Spectacular (2020) #1
Oct 7, 2020 |
Cover to cover, this issue is as good as it gets, making it not only an amazing Halloween selection but a truly great comic overall. |
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10
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Lockjaw (2018) | 2 issues |
10
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Lockjaw (2018) #3
Apr 25, 2018 |
You don't want to miss out on this one. |
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10
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Lockjaw (2018) #4
May 30, 2018 |
Overall, this issue -- and the whole run -- is one of the best things in comics right now. It's a delight you don't want to miss. |
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9.5
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Loki (2019) | 4 issues |
10
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Loki (2019) #1
Jul 17, 2019 |
With a good balance of story, action, and heart there are no tricks or lies here: Loki #1 is a brilliant, practically perfect first issue and I can't wait to see where the story goes next. |
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8
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Loki (2019) #2
Aug 14, 2019 |
There is only one way to say this and it's directly: Loki #2 is less light and fun than its introductory issue, but that doesn't make it any less brilliant. |
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10
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Loki (2019) #3
Sep 11, 2019 |
Loki is one of those titles that is a delightful read each issue partly because the character is just one that is fun to read, but Daniel Kibblesmith not only knocks it out of the park with how he writes Loki, but the surprising twist at the end of the issue is one that you might guess, but it's presented in such a way that it still manages to be, well, a surprise. |
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10
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Loki (2019) #4
Oct 9, 2019 |
Daniel Kibblesmith is killing it with this adventure tale for the Trickster God and the conclusion of the series' opening arc is equal parts engaging, funny, and heartfelt. |
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10
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Looney Tunes | 1 issues |
10
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Looney Tunes #242
Mar 28, 2018 |
The best thing about Looney Tunes is that reading each issue is truly the comic-book form of sitting down and watching classic Looney Tunes cartoons, and this issue keeps that tradition going strong. |
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2.0
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Mall (2019) | 1 issues |
2
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Mall (2019) #1
Aug 28, 2019 |
There's sadly not much in Mall #1 to instill any real sense of attachment to the story. It may be a book about the end of the world, but whichever world ended doesn't really feel like our own, making this mall one you may not want to visit. |
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7.7
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Mirka Andolfo's Mercy | 6 issues |
8
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Mirka Andolfo's Mercy #1
Mar 4, 2020 |
It's a fascinating start for a series. |
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8
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Mirka Andolfo's Mercy #2
May 29, 2020 |
Overall, the issue is a bit complex and requires a few reads to truly let the horror of it all sink in, but it's a fantastic book and I can't wait for more. |
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8
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Mirka Andolfo's Mercy #3
Jun 24, 2020 |
While the issue is light on action, it's rich in mystery. It's an excellent issue that will leave you wanting more but in the best way possible. |
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10
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Mirka Andolfo's Mercy #4
Jul 29, 2020 |
MirkaAndolfo's Mercy has been an incredible comic since issue one and this week's issue #4 tops anything we've seen yet. |
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6
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Mirka Andolfo's Mercy #5
Aug 26, 2020 |
The penultimate issue of Mirka Andolfo's Mercy is out this week and while it is every bit as visually stunning as its predecessor's issue #5 gets a little muddled in its storytelling |
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6
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Mirka Andolfo's Mercy #6
Oct 2, 2020 |
One of the most layered and engaging comics this year comes to an end with Mercy #6, but the issue is a little bit of a mixed bag. |
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9.1
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Monstress | 19 issues |
10
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Monstress: Talk-Stories #1
Nov 25, 2020 |
As is everything with Monstress thanks to Liu's words and Sana Takeda's incredible art, Monstress: Talk-Stories #1 is haunting and beautiful"an absolute knock out. |
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10
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Monstress: Talk-Stories #2
Dec 30, 2020 |
Lavish, lush, and haunting, this might be the best issue in the Monstress story put out not just this year, but ever. |
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4
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Monstress #14
Feb 21, 2018 |
Monstress is, usually, an epic and intricate book that is both a pleasure to read and advances the story just enough each issue that the plot doesn't drag. This week's issue, however, is the exception to that rule. |
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8
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Monstress #15
Mar 21, 2018 |
Sana Takeda's art continues to be the absolute highlight of this book, though, and when combined with this issue's more deftly crafted story, you have a story whose sum total truly is greater than all of the individual parts. |
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10
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Monstress #16
May 9, 2018 |
Combine Liu's impressive writing this issue with Sana Takeda's sublime art and you have the best issue of the series to date. |
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6
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Monstress #17
Jun 13, 2018 |
There really is only one thing I can say about Monstress (other than how Sana Takeda's art continues to take my breath away each issue) and that is that I truly wish this were a graphic novel and not individual issues. |
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8
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Monstress #18
Jul 11, 2018 |
Monstress #18 brings to a close the third arc of the series and while the issue is, as many are, very dense, it is worth carefully reading each and every page. |
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10
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Monstress #19
Jan 23, 2019 |
There isn't a single thing about Monstress #19 that is anything short of excellent ,and if you aren't reading the title yet, this issue is a great place to jump in -- and you should. |
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10
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Monstress #20
Feb 20, 2019 |
Stunning to look at, deftly crafted, and a joy to read, Monstress is a book you won't want to put down. |
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10
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Monstress #21
Mar 20, 2019 |
Monstress' latest issue is a jolt to the story, presenting new mysteries and new momentum that will leave you wanting much, much more to dive into by the time the issue ends. |
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10
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Monstress #22
May 22, 2019 |
Monstress continues to be on a hot streak and while last issue flipped the story on its head by introducing Maika's father into the mix, #22 continues to turn the story in new directions that appear to be on a rapidly converging path. |
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10
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Monstress #23
Jun 19, 2019 |
As usual, it's another impressive issue and a solid reminder of why the series won a handful of Eisner Awards last year. |
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10
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Monstress #24
Jul 31, 2019 |
It's never been more clear that Monstress may be a comic book, but it's also an epic story, done as deftly and masterfully as any of the great fantasy classics. |
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8
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Monstress #25
Jan 29, 2020 |
The book is still hands-down one of the most visually stunning books available and there's no question that the details that fill the narrative in the issue are necessary. But it feels heavy and there's a lot there to wade through. |
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10
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Monstress #26
Feb 26, 2020 |
Marjorie Liu knocks it out of the park this issue with her crafting of this long, complex, ongoing story, injecting some stunning humanity into a moment in which the character embraces her monster self. It is, in a word, perfection. |
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10
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Monstress #27
Mar 25, 2020 |
It's an exquisite issue from start to finish. |
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10
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Monstress #28
Jun 24, 2020 |
The issue is full of tension, terror, and a sense of humanity. Monstress is consistently an incredibly comic, but this issue may be among its best. |
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8
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Monstress #29
Jul 22, 2020 |
It sometimes feels like heaping praise on Monstress is a bit of broken-record behavior. but Monstress #29 is a reminder of just how great this series is and this issue specifically, will leave you a little haunted at least until the next one. |
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10
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Monstress #30
Sep 2, 2020 |
Monstress is already a rich and dense comic that's deftly written. Monstress #30 just reminds you how skilled Liu really is. |
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5.4
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Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur | 10 issues |
2
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Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur #28
Feb 28, 2018 |
Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur #28 is worth reading if you're already invested in the series, but otherwise, this one is definitely a pass. |
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6
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Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur #29
Mar 28, 2018 |
The art this time around is bright and fun as well, and overall it feels like the story is taking a turn for the better. |
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4
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Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur #30
Apr 25, 2018 |
It'll be interesting to see what comes next for Lunella, but if this was what they've been setting up for, this whole arc ends up being a massive disappointment that ultimately didn't even tell much of a story at all. |
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2
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Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur #31
Jun 6, 2018 |
Marvel has a long history of PSA comics, and this Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur issue joins it. Unfortunately, there is zero subtlety to it with the issue practically screaming that smoking is bad. |
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8
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Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur #32
Jun 27, 2018 |
Overall, the issue has a lot of promise, especially when you find out that the "Smartest Person in the World" might not be able to use her smarts to deal with Kingpin's plan... whatever it is. |
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6
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Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur #33
Jul 25, 2018 |
There is a lot of promise with the idea of the "Smartest Person in the World" trapped in a giant dinosaur body, but it feels a little bit wasted with the issue largely being a set up to make Moon Girl look "crazy" to those who witness her during the mind swap -- something that could be used by Princess' advantage later on -- and for Lunella to try to solve things in one of the most reckless ways possible. |
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6
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Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur #34
Aug 22, 2018 |
The plot of the overall story arc just feels like it's dragging issue to issue and in many ways #34 feels like it doesn't really have much movement. That said, the art in the issue is a treat " especially as we're seeing a whole new look for Devil Dino. |
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6
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Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur #35
Sep 26, 2018 |
Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur finally finds some balance this week, which is a little late considering we're nearing the end of the arc, but better late than never. |
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6
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Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur #36
Oct 24, 2018 |
A little fun, nothing to write home about, and per the usual Lunella's personal Doombot kind of steals the show. |
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8
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Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur #38
Dec 5, 2018 |
Coming off a long run of too-smug adventures for Lunella, this latest chapter is refreshing and fun and definitely worth a read. |
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9.5
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Ms. Marvel (2015) | 12 issues |
10
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Ms. Marvel (2015) #27
Feb 14, 2018 |
This third part of the "Teenage Wasteland" story arc will keep you glued to the story, even right up to the surprise turn on the final panels. |
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10
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Ms. Marvel (2015) #28
Mar 21, 2018 |
G. Willow Wilson is a master at layering mutliple stories in one arc, and the conclusion of "Teenage Wasteland" is no exception. |
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10
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Ms. Marvel (2015) #29
Apr 18, 2018 |
Even though the issue is setting up a bigger story, there's no lacking in depth and meaning. Kamala's growth as a person is every bit as important as her heroics. No issue makes that more clear than this one. |
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6
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Ms. Marvel (2015) #30
May 30, 2018 |
Ms. Marvel #30 continues to do what this book does best: tell stories that are both about being a superhero and about being an ordinary person with real-life challenges and drama. However, that strength is also a weakness this issue. |
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10
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Ms. Marvel (2015) #31
Jun 27, 2018 |
Kamala has done a lot of growing up this year and this issue celebrates that in a truly unique, beautiful and engaging way. |
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10
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Ms. Marvel (2015) #32
Jul 11, 2018 |
It is a mystery of the universe as to how G. Willow Wilson manages to write Ms. Marvel so consistently and so brilliantly each issue, but she does it. |
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10
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Ms. Marvel (2015) #33
Aug 29, 2018 |
Sure, there's a villain, a bigger story, and real problems to be dealt with, but it's these deeper layers that make the issue truly great. |
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10
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Ms. Marvel (2015) #34
Sep 12, 2018 |
One of the best things about G. Willow Wilson's work on Ms. Marvel is that for every mystery that is solved the groundwork for a new mystery or chapter is laid. It's that storytelling momentum that is on full display in Ms. Marvel #34. |
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8
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Ms. Marvel (2015) #35
Oct 10, 2018 |
Ms. Marvel is consistently good. Each issue, G. Willow Wilson somehow manages to craft a balanced, well-thought out story that not only advances a greater plot but also delivers a character with a ton of heart and personal growth. |
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10
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Ms. Marvel (2015) #36
Nov 14, 2018 |
Bruno's ancestor is along for the ride as well, and the whole thing is beautifully written, beautifully drawn, and comes together as one of the most lovely issues of comics this year. |
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10
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Ms. Marvel (2015) #37
Jan 30, 2019 |
Ms. Marvel is at its best when the story is simple, direct, but deeply real, and this issue fits the bill. Kamala learns a lesson about life itself, and it's one that we can all benefit from being reminded of. |
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10
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Ms. Marvel (2015) #38
Feb 13, 2019 |
It's a charming, delightful, truly exciting read and you certainly don't want to miss it. |
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10
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New Year's Evil | 1 issues |
10
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New Year's Evil #1
Dec 4, 2019 |
Overall, it's a stunning, festive, deeply enjoyable read sure to be a holiday classic for years to come. |
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4.0
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Nightwing (2016) | 1 issues |
4
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Nightwing (2016) #71
Jun 10, 2020 |
Things feel stale, stuck, and utterly without substance. It's an issue that feels phoned in. |
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7.6
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Old Lady Harley | 5 issues |
10
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Old Lady Harley #1
Oct 24, 2018 |
Frank Tieri has somehow taken the hot mess that was the one-shot story in Harley Quinn #42 and turned it into a witty, fast-paced, brilliantly self-aware and bitingly satirical thrill ride so full of Easter eggs and truly interesting story that you won't want to put it down. |
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8
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Old Lady Harley #2
Nov 28, 2018 |
Here's the bottom line: Old Lady Harley #1 was not a fluke. Frank Tieri continues to craft a story that is equal parts bonkers and compelling. |
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6
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Old Lady Harley #3
Jan 2, 2019 |
Overall, it just feels like a lot more than is necessary even for this completely out-there title. |
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6
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Old Lady Harley #4
Jan 30, 2019 |
Come for Mayor Lobo, ignore the bad neon tackiness, and stay for a truly interesting step forward towards finding out what the heck is really going on with the Joker. |
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8
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Old Lady Harley #5
Feb 27, 2019 |
Old Lady Harley has been a wild, bonkers ride for its whole run, and that remains true for this, the miniseries' final issue. |
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6.5
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Olivia Twist | 4 issues |
6
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Olivia Twist #1
Sep 19, 2018 |
Overall, while Olivia Twist may not be the best comic out this week, it's certainly off to a promising start and one you certainly don't want to miss. |
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6
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Olivia Twist #2
Oct 24, 2018 |
We don't break any new ground in explaining how this dystopian world comes to be, which is a big bummer as it's one of the more interesting elements of the adaptation. |
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8
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Olivia Twist #3
Nov 21, 2018 |
There are a few little hiccups along the way, especially when it comes to the last few panels that leave readers with some questions about Livia's beloved Pip, but it's clearly a setup for the finale, making this a fitting cliffhanger, even for those who have read the source material. |
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6
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Olivia Twist #4
Jan 2, 2019 |
The book would have been done much more justice had it been a five-issue run instead of a four-issue run, and because everything had to be crammed into one final issue, the final race to the end simply stumbles. |
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8.0
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Plastic Man (2018) | 1 issues |
8
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Plastic Man (2018) #6
Nov 14, 2018 |
Overall, it's a solid issue capping off a solid series, and one can only hope we'll see more of Eel O'Brien soon. |
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4.2
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Raven: Daughter of Darkness | 11 issues |
6
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Raven: Daughter of Darkness #2
Feb 28, 2018 |
There's not a lot of new ground covered, and it definitely feels like it's setting up for something more harrowing, especially considering the final panel of the issue finds Raven in serious danger. |
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4
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Raven: Daughter of Darkness #3
Mar 28, 2018 |
If things don't pick up soon, it's going to be a long journey to get to the end of this 12-issue series. |
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4
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Raven: Daughter of Darkness #4
Apr 25, 2018 |
The longer this limited series goes on the more it feels like the real mystery here isn't what is going to happen to Raven, but when is Wolfman going to start writing a story worth reading? At least the art is nice, as always. |
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6
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Raven: Daughter of Darkness #5
May 30, 2018 |
Not quite to the midpoint of the limited series, Raven Daughter of Darkness #5 suffers from the same bloated exposition that much of the rest of the series is weighed down with. |
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6
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Raven: Daughter of Darkness #6
Jun 27, 2018 |
We hit the midpoint of the 12-issue Raven: Daughter of Darkness series this week and, in many ways, it feels like we're starting a whole new book. |
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4
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Raven: Daughter of Darkness #7
Aug 22, 2018 |
After nearly every preceeding issue of Raven: Daughter of Darkness somehow being more about Trigon than Raven, #7 finally seems to give Raven a story independent of her father. |
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4
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Raven: Daughter of Darkness #8
Sep 26, 2018 |
There are too many moving parts, too many questions, and things simply move too fast to have a solid understanding for what's going on. |
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2
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Raven: Daughter of Darkness #9
Oct 24, 2018 |
The same issues that have plagued Raven Daughter of Darkness for its entire run continue in #9. It is bogged down with exposition and the continued "mystery" of whether Baron Winters is on the up and up while Raven is tangled up in uneven portrayal -- the issue is overwhelmingly lackluster and unnecessarily tedious. |
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2
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Raven: Daughter of Darkness #10
Nov 28, 2018 |
There's only two issues left in this miserable run, but at this point we're no longer limping to the finish. We're all but dragging the corpse of what could have been a good series. |
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6
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Raven: Daughter of Darkness #11
Jan 2, 2019 |
The penultimate issue of Raven Daughter of Darkness finally manages to get it right. |
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2
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Raven: Daughter of Darkness #12
Jan 30, 2019 |
In the end, Raven Daughter of Darkness is a clumsy, often dull, and mostly poorly executed story that was never quite sure what it really wanted to say. |
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8.8
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Red Hood and the Outlaws (2016) | 13 issues |
8
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Red Hood and the Outlaws (2016) #19
Feb 14, 2018 |
First dates? Awkward. A first date to talk about the weird behavior of your friend and teammate? Beyond awkward, but in Red Hood and the Outlaws #19 writer Scott Lobdell manages to make those awkward exchanges engaging and engrossing. |
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10
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Red Hood and the Outlaws (2016) #20
Mar 14, 2018 |
Scott Lobdell's dialogue is sharp and precise while Dexter Soy's art (with color by Veronica Gandini) is pitch perfect, particularly in the issue's final panel. |
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10
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Red Hood and the Outlaws (2016) #21
Apr 11, 2018 |
Bizarro's sad secret is finally revealed and the slow burn build up has an emotional pay off. But what makes Scott Lobdell's Red Hood and The Outlaws such a good read are the layers built into each chapter of the story and this latest one is no exception. |
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10
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Red Hood and the Outlaws (2016) #22
May 9, 2018 |
Red Hood and the Outlaws #22 is a bit of a filler issue, but even for being a filler issue Scott Lobdell's ability to tell a layered story shines. |
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10
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Red Hood and the Outlaws (2016) #23
Jun 13, 2018 |
Overall the issue, is well-paced, well-told, and brilliantly layered -- assuming you can read it through the tears. |
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8
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Red Hood and the Outlaws (2016) #24
Jul 11, 2018 |
If you thought the last issue of Red Hood and the Outlaws was emotionally devastating, then this week's issue will leave you wondering if you're even reading the same series. |
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10
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Red Hood and the Outlaws (2016) #25
Aug 8, 2018 |
There is so much packed into this issue that you won't want to miss a single panel of this incredible, expertly crafted story. |
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10
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Red Hood and the Outlaws (2016) #26
Sep 12, 2018 |
Yes, Jason Todd is beating the crap out of and killing pretty much every bad guy in his path, but there's a focus to his actions that reminds the reader that there is a bigger story here, one very worth sticking around for. |
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10
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Red Hood and the Outlaws (2016) #27
Oct 10, 2018 |
Red Hood: Outlaw #27 is a masterpiece of a comic. Visually beautiful and narratively engaging, it goes far beyond simply telling a story of loss, grief, and moving forward. It makes you feel it in your very bones taking on the subjects of trauma and loss in a way that his respectful, honest, and utterly unpretentious. |
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Red Hood and the Outlaws (2016) #28
Nov 14, 2018 |
With the previous issue being nearly flawless, it was unlikely this week would reach that same height, but Red Hood Outlaw #28 might as well be taking place in an alternative universe. |
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10
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Red Hood and the Outlaws (2016) #29
Dec 5, 2018 |
Jason is growing a lot overall in this book, but this issue might be some of the most marked character development yet, and it's a joy to read. |
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10
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Red Hood and the Outlaws (2016) #30
Jan 16, 2019 |
Overall, issue #30 continues a string a of solid reads for the title, cementing its place as one of the better books currently out there. |
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6
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Red Hood and the Outlaws (2016) #31
Feb 13, 2019 |
The issue is ultimately a case of a lot of build up that doesn't fully deliver, which is truly unfortunate, because it was a great ride until now. |
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10
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Red Hood and the Outlaws (2016) Annual | 1 issues |
10
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Red Hood and the Outlaws (2016) Annual #2
Aug 29, 2018 |
It's definitely a solid read and maybe one of the best issues to date. |
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8.3
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Red Mother | 12 issues |
10
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Red Mother #1
Dec 11, 2019 |
Horror comics can be kind of a mixed bag. They either jump too quickly into a complex and twisted tale and, thus, don't offer context or they don't jump quickly enough and end up giving readers too much to work with but nowhere for it to go. Red Mother, however, manages to get the balance just right and sticks the landing with a creepy and intriguing first issue that sets up plenty of mystery"and it's mystery that actuall feels worth exploring. |
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10
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Red Mother #2
Jan 15, 2020 |
The issue answers literally no questions and offers up a bunch more, but it's intriguingly done and beautifully drawn making it another outstanding issue. |
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6
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Red Mother #3
Feb 19, 2020 |
Good horror stories require careful pacing and generally, that's something that The Red Mother has excelled at, unfolding just a bit of the mystery and its terror each issue. However, in its third installment, things don't come together quite as well as in the previous two. |
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8
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Red Mother #4
Mar 18, 2020 |
Red Mother is probably one of the best horror mystery comics out there and issue number four definitely is a reminder why. |
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10
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Red Mother #5
Jun 3, 2020 |
Red Mother continues to be one easily one of the best horror comics out there and #5 is no exception. |
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8
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Red Mother #6
Jul 8, 2020 |
If you're looking for action, Red Mother #6 isn't it. The issue has a slow, rather mundane pace, but it serves to bridge Daisy's story from her major step forward last issue to her settling into her new life in London. |
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10
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Red Mother #7
Aug 12, 2020 |
It's an issue that is both a lovely story and just a touch foreboding"just perfect for a horror series. |
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6
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Red Mother #8
Sep 9, 2020 |
The Red Mother is, overall, a fantastic series and each issue does a solid job of building on the one before it, expanding Daisy's story with a horror slow burn that is both chilling and intriguing at the same time. However, The Red Mother #8, while sill technically good in terms of art and execution, feels a little lacking. |
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8
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Red Mother #9
Oct 14, 2020 |
Nine issues deep into The Red Mother and there are somehow even fewer answers than what we started with and while that sounds like something that should be a red flag that the story isn't going anywhere, it's the opposite that's true. |
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8
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Red Mother #10
Nov 12, 2020 |
All of the little stories that have been slowly simmering away in Red Mother finally come to a head in The Red Mother #10 with some major reveals. |
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10
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Red Mother #11
Dec 9, 2020 |
As a standalone issue, it's a good one, but taken in context with the rest of the series, it may well be the best. It is absolutely fantastic. |
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6
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Red Mother #12
Jan 13, 2021 |
There are strong ideas here, but they just don't come across as fully-realized or entirely fleshed out. |
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10
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Red Sonja (2017) | 1 issues |
10
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Red Sonja (2017) #17
Jun 27, 2018 |
Overall, Red Sonja's a solid win for the series and one you should absolutely read. |
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10
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Redfork | 1 issues |
10
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Redfork OGN
Nov 30, 2020 |
Ultimately, Redfork is a knockout comic book. Both a horror story and a real-life tale of terror, the story injects a great deal of humanity into something that could so easily become caricature. Beautiful, haunting, and horrifying all in turn, it's an absolutely fantastic book. Read this instead of watching Hillbilly Elegy and prepare for a horror story that is truly terrifying for the reality reality it depicts, not just the supernatural terrors. |
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4.7
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Rising Sun | 3 issues |
6
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Rising Sun #1
Jan 15, 2020 |
Overall, it's an issue and a story with a specific audience, but the interpersonal conflict created between the characters' personality types makes it relatable and a fairly solid read. We'll see if that holds up. |
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4
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Rising Sun #2
Feb 12, 2020 |
The art is lovely, but the issue itself just feels like a lot of work for readers. |
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4
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Rising Sun #3
Mar 25, 2020 |
None of the characters ever really flesh out, the quest is too easily completed and the book just stops. The art continues to be lovely, but the whole thing just ends up feeling a bit empty when the dust settles. |
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7.2
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Riverdale Season 3 | 5 issues |
6
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Riverdale Season 3 #1
Mar 13, 2019 |
Overall it's a light, fun read that doesn't require too much fluency in the television series to get immersed in the story while also offering fans stories that are just different enough from the show to make them worthwhile, but the appearance of Fred Andrews -- played by the late Luke Perry on the series -- is a bittersweet one. |
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8
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Riverdale Season 3 #2
Apr 24, 2019 |
Lighthearted and a joy to read, it's a solid issue -- and a great palate cleanser for the unrelenting darkness of the series. |
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8
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Riverdale Season 3 #3
May 22, 2019 |
Riverdale's third season ended on The CW last week with a jaw-dropping finale, but if that wasn't quite enough for you the comics have you covered. Riverdale Season 3 takes readers a bit deeper into the television drama's season and this third issue is still firmly focused on the beginning of the season. |
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8
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Riverdale Season 3 #4
Jun 26, 2019 |
Overall, a fun, fascinating read and another strong issue from Ostow. |
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6
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Riverdale Season 3 #5
Jul 31, 2019 |
There are two stories in the issue, but the issue does a bit of a disservice to readers in how they are ordered. |
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7.3
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Scarenthood | 3 issues |
8
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Scarenthood #1
Nov 4, 2020 |
The only real little hiccup is that the book does take a bit to get to its first scare, but really, for a series debut, you've got a solid plot, engaging story, and the promise of serious scares. It's a good one. |
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8
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Scarenthood #2
Dec 9, 2020 |
The emotional stakes are starting to form with Scarenthood #2, making the long read investment worthwhile. |
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6
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Scarenthood #3
Dec 23, 2020 |
Scarenthood is a story that I really wish were a novel or a novella rather than a comic. That is to say that it's a really good story very well-told and well developed, something that is very clear in Scarenthood #3. However, for as good as it is, this issue feels almost like it missed something between its pages and the end of Scarenthood #2. |
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8.0
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Second Coming | 1 issues |
8
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Second Coming: Only Begotten Son #1
Dec 16, 2020 |
Mark Russell pulls no punches with his social commentary, but does it in a way that doesn't feel like you're being beaten up by it. It is, in a word, fantastic. |
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8.0
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Sera and the Royal Stars | 1 issues |
8
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Sera and the Royal Stars #1
Jul 17, 2019 |
Truly an intriguing and engaging first issue and you'll want to see where it goes next. |
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6.0
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Sh*tshow | 1 issues |
6
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Sh*tshow #1
Dec 2, 2020 |
There's a ton of promise here, just prehaps a bit more of a bumpy start than you'd expect. |
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8.0
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Sheena: Queen of the Jungle (2017) | 1 issues |
8
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Sheena: Queen of the Jungle (2017) #8
Apr 25, 2018 |
The book is so well-drawn and generally well done that it doesn't matter. It's a fun romp that leaves you wanting more. |
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6.8
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Shuri (2018) | 5 issues |
6
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Shuri (2018) #1
Jul 24, 2019 |
While #10 wraps things up in a terribly convenient bow, it does so in a way that offers a strong sense of hope, empowerment, and sets the stage for a very promising future for the character. |
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6
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Shuri (2018) #6
Mar 13, 2019 |
A pretty solid adventure all around. However, the issue lacks some of the humor from previous issues and the characterization of some of the other characters in the issue just feels off. The overall effect is a book that feels merely "OK" rather than "good." |
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10
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Shuri (2018) #7
Apr 17, 2019 |
Shuri #7 is a gem of a comic. The story builds on the previous issue, as one would expect, but it goes the extra mile by offering context to why Augustin made the problematic glove. |
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6
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Shuri (2018) #8
May 22, 2019 |
The last two issues of Shuri were delightful, particularly #7, but Vita Ayala's arc is over and Nnedi Okorafor is back on the title and, unfortunately, that means the story is back to being something of a meandering mess. |
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6
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Shuri (2018) #9
Jun 19, 2019 |
The result is an issue that is hard to invest in within a story that was already a challenge to follow. |
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4.7
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Snake Eyes: Deadgame (2020) | 3 issues |
8
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Snake Eyes: Deadgame (2020) #1
Jul 16, 2020 |
Snake Eyes: Deadgame #1 feels like a fun blast to the past. Don't take it too seriously and it will leave you oddly excited for more. |
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Snake Eyes: Deadgame (2020) #2
Oct 7, 2020 |
In short, the issue is a mess that might need more time focused on the story and interior art than the infinite number of variant covers that seem to be taking up all the air. |
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4
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Snake Eyes: Deadgame (2020) #3
Nov 25, 2020 |
Really though, this week's issue is just marginally less a mess than the previous and still a far cry from the strong debut. Here's to hoping we get something more concrete, story-wise soon. |
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6.9
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Snotgirl | 7 issues |
10
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Snotgirl #9
Feb 7, 2018 |
Bryan Lee O'Malley's story has had a slower-paced start, but "Weekend Part One" rewards fans with a sharp left turn well worth reading. |
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10
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Snotgirl #10
Apr 4, 2018 |
While the last issue of Snotgirl ended with a cliffhanger, Snotgirl #10 doesn't quite give a satisfying resolution. What the issue does do and does well is continue add to the layers of story that keeps pointing to something being very off about Cool Girl. |
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6
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Snotgirl #11
Sep 5, 2018 |
Lottie Person is back after a five-month hiatus, unfortunately, you might need to go back and read the previous issues to find your footing with Snotgirl #11. While the issue does offer a brief recap, it picks up right where we left Lottie and her world of shallow, image-obsessed frenemies. Once you've acclimated, however, the issue seems to mark a shift in the story. |
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6
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Snotgirl #12
Dec 5, 2018 |
It's been three months since we last got a glimpse of Lottie Person's world, and that might be too long to be away from Snotgirl, though maybe that's a clever commentary on just how shallow her life really is. |
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Snotgirl #13
Mar 27, 2019 |
Overall, while it's always good to check in with Lottie and her shallow, image-obsessed ways, the issue lacks depth, making it more a miss than a hit. |
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6
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Snotgirl #14
Aug 21, 2019 |
This issue the focus shifts a great deal to the men"a bachelor party gone wrong"but it almost feels a little too cliche, even for a book that deals with the superficiality of influencer life. Not helping things is the length of time between issues of Snotgirl"it's been almost four months since our last visit to Lottie's world. That gap makes it a little difficult to maintain the momentum of a mystery that increasingly grows more complex with every page. |
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6
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Snotgirl #15
Mar 11, 2020 |
The gist of it is Snotgirl is a fun comic that's been sold short by its long publishing cycle and that's painfully evident here. |
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5.0
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Spider-Geddon | 2 issues |
4
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Spider-Geddon #4
Nov 21, 2018 |
There is a ton of potential here, but it just all gets swamped by too many Spider-folk talking and not enough doing. |
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6
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Spider-Geddon #5
Dec 19, 2018 |
Fast-paced, surpisingly nuanced for a book so full of insane action, Spider-Geddon #5 may not be perfect and may wrap things up in too-tidy of a bow, but it's a ton of fun that you won't want to miss. |
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6.0
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Spider-Man (2016) | 1 issues |
6
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Spider-Man (2016) #240
May 2, 2018 |
It's charming, but it's also just kind of average. Bendis throws a lot of little things into the story trying to tie things up, but it still feels unfinished and a little disappointing. |
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10
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Spirits of Vengeance (2017) | 1 issues |
10
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Spirits of Vengeance (2017) #5
Feb 7, 2018 |
The nail-biting conclusion to the limited series, Spirits of Vengeance #5 does a brilliant job of wrapping up the story while leaving just enough loose ends and questions that you know this won't be the last time Daimon Hellstrom, Santana, Blade, and Ghost Rider will have to try to save the universe from the forces of Heaven and Hell. |
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8.0
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Star Trek: The Next Generation: Through The Mirror | 1 issues |
8
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Star Trek: The Next Generation: Through The Mirror #1
May 2, 2018 |
Overall, though, solid start. New readers have enough of an entry point to invest themselves in while fans of "Mirror Broken" will no doubt be hooked for the next chapter. |
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7.3
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Suicide Squad (2016) | 16 issues |
10
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Suicide Squad (2016) #35
Feb 14, 2018 |
Even if you haven't been reading Suicide Squad, this issue is enough to pull you in and get you hooked, leaving you wondering just how bad things are going to get for the Suicide Squad and Waller and judging on the laste few panels for the issue? |
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10
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Suicide Squad (2016) #36
Feb 28, 2018 |
Suicide Squad #36 is another engrossing, fast-paced issue that really has it all. The only downside? We have to wait for the next issue to get more. |
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6
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Suicide Squad (2016) #37
Mar 14, 2018 |
Picking up right where issue #36 left off, Suicide Squad #37 is a decent read but doesn't really deliver the same way the previous issue is. |
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6
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Suicide Squad (2016) #38
Mar 28, 2018 |
Suicide Squad #38 is a little predictable, but delivers more of a punch than its previous issue. |
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8
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Suicide Squad (2016) #39
Apr 11, 2018 |
Suicide Squad #38 is finally starting to connect the dots it's been plotting out over the last handful of issues and while the story still has some pacing issues, this issue packs some serious punches to the gut while somehow managing to insert a little bit of sharp humor. |
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10
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Suicide Squad (2016) #40
Apr 25, 2018 |
Overall, Suicide Squad as a title has ups and downs, and is sometimes dramatically uneven, but Suicide Squad #40 is by far the series' strongest issue to date and gives readers a real reason to invest their time. |
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10
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Suicide Squad (2016) #41
May 9, 2018 |
Well paced, well written, and geuninely interesting, this issue may be the set up for a new adventure, but it's an adventure you definitely want to go on. |
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8
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Suicide Squad (2016) #42
May 23, 2018 |
Suicide Squad delivers another strong issue with just the right balance between Batman and Deadshot's quest, Zoe Lawson's predicament with Kobra, and Amanda Waller's counter plan. |
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6
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Suicide Squad (2016) #43
Jun 13, 2018 |
Batman may be one of my all-time favorite characters, but there are times when even I think that his holier-than-thou need to play everything on hard setting wears think. Suicide Squad #43 is one of those times and, unfortunately, that leads this whole issue to feel over played and unnecessary. |
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6
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Suicide Squad (2016) #44
Jul 11, 2018 |
Harley and Boomerang feel like afterthoughts, their presence in the story along with Captain Cold only there to provide an excuse for Amanda Waller to make an appearance in the issue. Unfortunately, it's a misstep that makes for a mediocre issue, despite the significant character growth on the part of Deadshot. |
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Suicide Squad (2016) #45
Aug 8, 2018 |
Even for the engaging concept and interesting characters, there's just something lacking this issue and that thing is the well-developed Amanda Waller we got a few issues ago. |
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8
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Suicide Squad (2016) #46
Sep 12, 2018 |
Suicide Squad #46 isn't really an issue of Suicide Squad. It's really an Aquaman story and honestly? That's a very good thing as the whole Suicide Squad title, while not necessarily bad, has become something of a chore to read. |
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8
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Suicide Squad (2016) #47
Oct 10, 2018 |
The story is packed with both humor and heart, giving a deeper look at Captain Boomerang's life. It's frankly refreshing for a series that too frequently has far too much Harley Quinn being, well, Harley Quinn. |
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6
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Suicide Squad (2016) #48
Nov 14, 2018 |
Suicide Squad is at its best when Amanda is treated as the villain and while that's not exactly the case here -- someone is clearly behind her sudden misfortune -- it's just enough to remind readers that there is still humanity in the members of Task Force X, probably more than Amanda Waller ever had. |
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Suicide Squad (2016) #49
Dec 12, 2018 |
With Suicide Squad #49 being the penultimate issue of this incarnation of team, writer Rob Williams starts setting up for a big finale, but 49 issues into a 50-issue run, the reveal of the villains and the setup for the end evokes largely the same feeling the majority of the run has: disappointment. |
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4
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Suicide Squad (2016) #50
Jan 16, 2019 |
Suicide Squad #50 is a pretty entertaining issue. There's a lot of action, a lot of emotional moments for various characters -- especially Flagg. There's even some great team work between all of the Squad members that is truly a delight to see. Unfortunately, as is a common theme with Suicide Squad titles, everything feels superficial. |
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8.0
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Suicide Squad (2016) Annual | 1 issues |
8
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Suicide Squad (2016) Annual #1
Aug 22, 2018 |
Overall, Suicide Squad Annual #1 delivers a solid story with well-done, fitting art and is absolutely worth the read -- as well as the questions it will leave you with as to just who the bad guys are and what real monsters look like. |
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6.3
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Supergirl (2016) | 23 issues |
6
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Supergirl (2016) #18
Feb 14, 2018 |
It's not the most earth-shattering conclusion to "Plain Sight", but one just intriguing enough to make readers wonder what's next for the Girl of Steel. |
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10
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Supergirl (2016) #19
Mar 14, 2018 |
With Supergirl coming to an end next month, this issue very much felt like a personal, carefully crafted story that Steve Orlando and Vita Ayala wanted to write while they still had the chance and readers willing to take the time with a slower paced issue will be so very glad they did. |
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Supergirl (2016) #20
Apr 11, 2018 |
Supergirl #20 is the end of the run for the title, and given that it is a finale issue, one would expect the story to be about the Girl of Steel herself. However, that is far from the case. |
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Supergirl (2016) #21
Aug 8, 2018 |
Supergirl is back, but maybe she shouldn't be. Last we saw her, she had worked to redeem herself in the eyes of the public and made the choice "to inspire and be inspired" and to build a brighter future. Unfortunately, Supergirl #21 seems to have forgotten all of that. |
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Supergirl (2016) #22
Sep 12, 2018 |
There are a lot of people who will enjoy this issue as there are a lot of people who are enjoying the Rogol Zaar story, but overall it still feels like yet another angry reimagining of angry Supergirl who has learned nothing from her various adventures to now. |
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8
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Supergirl (2016) #23
Oct 10, 2018 |
Overall Supergirl #23 finally sets things on the right path with both a story and a character worth investing in. |
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8
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Supergirl (2016) #24
Nov 14, 2018 |
Kara's quest to find out what really happened to Krypton and Rogol Zaar's involvement continues in Supergirl #24 and while earlier issues have struggled with how Supergirl is portrayed, this week's issue hits it just right. |
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6
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Supergirl (2016) #25
Dec 12, 2018 |
Overall, it's that Jurgens story that elevates the whole book as the primary story is really a lot of nothing. |
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6
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Supergirl (2016) #26
Jan 16, 2019 |
Supergirl #26 takes a sharp left turn from where the story's appeared to be going the past several issues, and while it's not without interest, it suffers under the combined weight of feeling a lot like Brainiac and his bottle cities and the overdone trope of evil clone plans. |
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6
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Supergirl (2016) #27
Feb 13, 2019 |
The fight with Splyce is pretty cool too, but Supergirl #27 just feels a little lackluster, even as Supergirl sets up to face off with Hokum's latest creations. |
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6
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Supergirl (2016) #28
Mar 13, 2019 |
It feels an awful lot like what we've seen from most of the previous issues: Kara gets information, Kara has to fight some impossible fight, Kara comes out on top, but is a little sadder for it because of what she learns. It makes for a fairly average, almost-boring issue. |
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6
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Supergirl (2016) #29
Apr 10, 2019 |
Supergirl #29 finally gives Kara and readers the answers they've been seeking, but other than the identity of a few major players, it's an answer we already kind of had. |
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6
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Supergirl (2016) #30
May 8, 2019 |
If you like issues that are pretty much just one long fight scene, Supergirl #30 is for you, but if you're looking for something with a little more substance you're not going to find it here. |
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10
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Supergirl (2016) #31
Jun 12, 2019 |
Well-paced and well-constructed, Supergirl #31 is a great read and a great reminder of the power of the House of El. |
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10
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Supergirl (2016) #32
Jul 10, 2019 |
Kara finally goes to make her last stand against those who destroyed Krypton"Rogol Zaar and Gandelo"but, like much of this Supergirl story, it doesn't go as planned. That might actually be what makes this issue and the bulk of this run a genuinely worthwhile story. |
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8
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Supergirl (2016) #33
Sep 4, 2019 |
It's a lovely end to the arc and while it may not be the most exciting issue, it's beautifully done. |
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8
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Supergirl (2016) #34
Sep 18, 2019 |
Supergirl finally gets in on the "Leviathan" story this week and it makes for an excellent change of pace from the previous Rogol Zaar storyline. |
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4
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Supergirl (2016) #35
Oct 9, 2019 |
Overall, it's not a "bad" issue, just one that feels like wasted opportunity to tighten up the story. |
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8
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Supergirl (2016) #36
Nov 20, 2019 |
Marc Andreyko's Supergirl run ends this week with Supergirl #36 and he goes out on a solid note. |
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6
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Supergirl (2016) #37
Dec 11, 2019 |
It just sort of falls flat. |
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6
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Supergirl (2016) #38
Jan 8, 2020 |
It could be better, but it could also be worse which is unfortunately just par for the course for Supergirl these days. |
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4
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Supergirl (2016) #39
Feb 12, 2020 |
The idea of the Dark Supergirl story is an intriguing one, but as we get to Supergirl #39 it's just starting to feel a little old with each issue reiterating that nothing and no one can really get through to Kara in her infected state. |
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6
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Supergirl (2016) #40
Mar 25, 2020 |
A little bit of a letdown in many ways, interesting in others, a few solid emotional notes that manage to rise above the lackluster art and rather threadbare plot"at least until the rather abrupt lack of conclusion. |
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4.0
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Supergirl (2016) Annual | 1 issues |
4
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Supergirl (2016) Annual #2
Nov 27, 2019 |
It's an interesting story, even if one that feels too familiar (and at one point even has a really odd placement of a Spider-Man joke), but it continues something that has been far too done with Supergirl stories as of late: focuses entirely on her survivor's guilt. |
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10
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Superman (2018) One Shot | 1 issues |
10
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Superman (2018): Leviathan Rising Special #1
May 29, 2019 |
Even if you haven't been carefully following along with Superman or even Supergirl and other titles up to this point, Superman: Leviathan Rising #1 is an excellent way to get set for the DC event of the summer"and if "Event Leviathan" is even a fraction as enjoyable of a read as this book, we are in for a serious treat. |
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8.0
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Symbiote Spider-Man: Alien Reality | 5 issues |
10
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Symbiote Spider-Man: Alien Reality #1
Dec 11, 2019 |
It's a fun, weird, disorienting issue that also is just a delight to read, making it a real winner this week. |
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10
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Symbiote Spider-Man: Alien Reality #2
Jan 8, 2020 |
Symbiote Spider-Man: Alien Reality #2 may be one of the most pure, genuine, and absolutely wrenching (and good) Spider-Man stories you'll read. |
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6
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Symbiote Spider-Man: Alien Reality #3
Feb 12, 2020 |
The result is a fairly average issue that ends with a twist that currently feels kind of flat. |
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6
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Symbiote Spider-Man: Alien Reality #4
Mar 11, 2020 |
After an uneven issue #2, Symbiote Spider-Man: Alien Reality #4 evens back out and delivers an interesting issue that despite feeling very expected and not particularly groundbreaking does offer a bit of an adventure as we head into the Nightmare Realm. |
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8
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Symbiote Spider-Man: Alien Reality #5
Jul 29, 2020 |
It feels like it's been forever since the last issue of Symbiote Spider-Man: Alien Reality and this week's issue #5 is a hell of an issue to come back on. |
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6.7
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Symbiote Spider-Man: King In Black | 3 issues |
6
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Symbiote Spider-Man: King In Black #1
Nov 18, 2020 |
If you aren't super current on Marvel comics, this might be a little hard to fully follow and appreciate, but it's engaging enough that you catch up fast and the chaos level is just enough to make you want to come back for more. |
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7
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Symbiote Spider-Man: King In Black #2
Dec 16, 2020 |
There's plenty of action, the story hums right along, and there's even a bit of a cliffhanger. Solid book. |
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7
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Symbiote Spider-Man: King In Black #3
Jan 7, 2021 |
A lot here still doesn't make sense"that's the nature of the "King in Black" story generally"but this issue gives readers a much more firm understanding of where they are and where they're going next. |
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6.0
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Tales From The Dark Multiverse | 2 issues |
6
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Tales From The Dark Multiverse: Batman: Hush #1
Nov 4, 2020 |
It's a good concept that needs more than just this one issue to play out in. |
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6
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Tales From The Dark Multiverse: Wonder Woman: War of the Gods #1
Dec 2, 2020 |
It's a heavy, complex take of something that's been done, and while it's worthwhile and excellent, it can be a lot to take in. Though, bonus points for the authentic 90s feel all around. |
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10
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The Adams Family (2019) | 1 issues |
10
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The Adams Family (2019): The Bodies Issue #1
Nov 6, 2019 |
Charming, well-written, and quite clever, it's a fantastic story enjoyable from cover to cover and a solid reminder why the Addams Family can be so charming. |
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8.0
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The Banks | 1 issues |
8
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The Banks #1
May 6, 2020 |
While The Banks has a satisfying conclusion, the landing is somewhat shaky due to a few extraneous threads the narrative could have done without. In spite of those missteps, The Banks is an engrossing and thought-provoking read, one that feels of the moment, yet absolutely timeless. |
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8.0
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The Batman Who Laughs (2018) One Shot | 1 issues |
8
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The Batman Who Laughs (2018): The Grim Knight #1
Mar 13, 2019 |
Scott Snyder and James Tynion IV do an excellent job telling an engaging origin story, but the Grim Knight doesn't feel like a far departure from the Batman we've seen in Tom King's run. |
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10
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The Crow: Memento Mori | 2 issues |
10
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The Crow: Memento Mori #1
Mar 28, 2018 |
The Crow: Memento Mori is a rare thing. Not only is it absolutely stunning visually -- Werther Dell'Edera's art and Giovanna Niro's colors are gorgeous and perfect for the feel of the issue -- but the story is striking while also bringing something new to the table. |
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10
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The Crow: Memento Mori #2
Apr 18, 2018 |
Absolutely stunningly done. There's no other words for it. |
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7.0
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The Jetsons (2017) | 2 issues |
8
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The Jetsons (2017) #5
Mar 7, 2018 |
If you're not accustomed to the Jetson family's comic book adventures -- which are quite a departure from the classic cartoon -- the whole run of The Jetsons may be a little jarring. However, if you can get past that and the somewhat distracting and haphazard art, The Jetsons #5 is very much worth reading. |
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6
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The Jetsons (2017) #6
Apr 4, 2018 |
A solid end to the story, Jetsons #6 wraps up all of the narrative threads over the course of the limited series, but even though the book ends on an optimistic note, the final chapter of the possible end of the world seems a little bloated and overly complicated without any real need or solid explanation of what's happening. |
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10
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The Power of the Dark Crystal | 1 issues |
10
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The Power of the Dark Crystal #12
Mar 14, 2018 |
Every word of the story and ever image of art deliver with deftness and grace the maximum amount of emotion and power, making for a truly powerful tale with a powerful message: the sum of the parts is always greater than the individual when we come together. |
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10
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The Wicked + The Divine | 1 issues |
10
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The Wicked + The Divine #43
Apr 24, 2019 |
The issue is equal parts action, poignant story, and stunning reveal with a huge punch. Gillen and McKelvie continue to stun with this tight, precise story but this issue is truly a standout and easily one of the best comics out there. |
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8.0
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Titans: Burning Rage | 7 issues |
10
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Titans: Burning Rage #1
Aug 14, 2019 |
While the story in Titans: Burning Rage #1 may not be new"they were originally published in Titans Giant #1 and #2"veteran comics fans and those new to comics won't want to miss this one. |
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10
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Titans: Burning Rage #2
Sep 18, 2019 |
There's a little bit of something for everyone in the issue, the end result being a story that is fun and accessible for all fans and a joy to read. |
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8
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Titans: Burning Rage #3
Oct 16, 2019 |
Titans: Burning Rage #3 is, like the previous two issues, one of the most fun comics you can get this week. |
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6
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Titans: Burning Rage #4
Nov 20, 2019 |
Titans: Burning Rage #4 continues the pattern established by the previous issues of the title in being a fun, accessible read that is very "comic book" in nature meaning it is enjoyable for fans of every level of involvement. |
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8
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Titans: Burning Rage #5
Dec 11, 2019 |
This issue is easily one of the most fun to date. |
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6
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Titans: Burning Rage #6
Jan 29, 2020 |
In keeping with the previous issues of Titans: Burning Rage, this week's issue is a dynamic and fun visual adventure which sees a lot of thrilling and kinetic action on nearly every page and, frankly, that's what Titans: Burning Rage does best generally and it's the best course of action here. |
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8
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Titans: Burning Rage #7
Feb 19, 2020 |
Titans: Burning Rage #7 is just such a fun, wholesome issue. That's really all there is to say. |
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2.8
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Trinity (2016) | 5 issues |
6
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Trinity (2016) #18
Feb 21, 2018 |
It feels like the real payoff is coming in the next issue, though Trinity #18 is worth your time if for nothing else than Batman riding a unicorn. |
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Trinity (2016) #19
Mar 14, 2018 |
For all of the battle and intrigue leading up to the conclusion of the "No Home For You Here" arc, Trinity #19 is a boring, long-winded, disappointment leading up to the least surprising reveal you could imagine. |
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2
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Trinity (2016) #20
Mar 28, 2018 |
There is no kind way to say this: Trinity #20 is another disappointing, boring, poorly written issue of a once-promising title. |
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2
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Trinity (2016) #21
Apr 11, 2018 |
Forced setup, superfluous fighting, the heroes seeming to be a little slow to figure things out -- it's starting to feel like the end of Trinity might already be here. |
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2
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Trinity (2016) #22
Apr 25, 2018 |
A boring villain with a boring and ridiculous motivation combined with a too-easy conclusion is uninspired and a sad ending to what should have been a stellar book. |
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6.0
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Venom (2018) | 1 issues |
6
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Venom (2018) #26
Jul 16, 2020 |
The momentum that Venom #25 lacked, #26 regains. Overall a solid, enjoyable issue. Not perfect, but not bad. |
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7.3
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Vindication | 3 issues |
6
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Vindication #1
Feb 6, 2019 |
Vindication #1 is a deeply uncomfortable comic, and it should be. |
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8
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Vindication #2
Mar 6, 2019 |
It's a fascinating read that feels less like fiction and more like reality in a truly terrifying way, and even as things get worse for Turn, the story just gets better and better. |
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8
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Vindication #3
Apr 3, 2019 |
Raw, intriguing, and also somewhat hopeful, Vindication #3 takes the story to the next level even as it causes you to question everything you think you already know. |
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9.6
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Wayward | 5 issues |
10
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Wayward #26
Jun 20, 2018 |
With an intriguing story, haunting realism, and a dose of optimism Wayward #26 might be the most perfect comic book you read this week. |
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10
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Wayward #27
Jul 25, 2018 |
The issue is a genuinely uncomfortable read -- which is exactly how it should be. |
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8
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Wayward #28
Aug 29, 2018 |
Even though the issue doesn't quite explain what's going on with Shirai just yet " he was murdered but is somehow still alive, after all " it's still a spectacular read. |
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10
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Wayward #29
Sep 26, 2018 |
With a perfect balance of action and actual suspense, Wayward #29 is an immersive thrill ride that almost makes you forget the stop is right around the corner. |
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10
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Wayward #30
Oct 31, 2018 |
The issue isn't perfect " there are pieces of story and character that some readers may wish had gotten a bit more time " but overall it is an elegant, beautiful finale that will give fans a lot to love, both in the first reading and in what is sure to be many re-readings to come. |
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6.0
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Weapon X (2017) | 14 issues |
8
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Weapon X (2017) #14
Feb 14, 2018 |
Weapon X #14 is a perfect close to the "Nuke-Clear War" arc, one that you don't' want to miss. |
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Weapon X (2017) #15
Mar 14, 2018 |
All in all, it's a pretty boring issue, but what takes the issue from being passable to being borderline intolerable is the messy look of Roland Boschi's art. Boschi is a talented artist, but it just doesn't work this issue, which is particularly a letdown considering last issue was truly fantastic. |
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4
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Weapon X (2017) #16
Apr 18, 2018 |
Largely a repeat of the previous issue, Weapon X #16 continues the fight between Old Man Logan and Sabretooth. |
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6
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Weapon X (2017) #17
May 2, 2018 |
For the first time in awhile there's a reason to wonder what happens next, and that's enough to consider this issue a success. |
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6
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Weapon X (2017) #18
May 23, 2018 |
Weapon X is fairly middle of the road this week. |
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6
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Weapon X (2017) #19
Jun 6, 2018 |
While Weapon X #19 doesn't quite deliver on the set up from last issue, it does lead to a satisfying status quo change of sorts for the team and that alone is worth reading for. |
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4
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Weapon X (2017) #20
Jul 4, 2018 |
For as much fun as the issue is story-wise Ricardo Lopez Ortiz's art is so chaotic and messy in places that it's distracting. |
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6
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Weapon X (2017) #21
Aug 1, 2018 |
It's a great surprise twist at the end of the issue that finally gives the whole arc a solid payoff. Unfortunately, the art in this issue is messy, distracting, and odd -- seriously though, ask yourself what is wrong with everyone's faces this issue. |
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6
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Weapon X (2017) #22
Aug 15, 2018 |
The evolution of Victor Creed continues in Weapon X #22 and even with the team turning from heroics to, essentially, mutants for hire, he just can't seem to escape doing good. That character development is what makes this issue worth reading even if it's starting to become repetitive that each issue we're reminded that Sabretooth has turned a new leaf. |
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6
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Weapon X (2017) #23
Sep 5, 2018 |
Weapon X #23 is a mess and that's honestly what makes it awesome. |
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8
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Weapon X (2017) #24
Oct 3, 2018 |
It's one of those issues that gives the reader hope that maybe, just maybe, this title is finally starting to find real footing, and it's definitely worth a read. |
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6
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Weapon X (2017) #25
Nov 7, 2018 |
If you can get past the uneven art and the overcrowded cast, though, there's some not-so-subtle commentary about political campaigns that's a nice touch in an overall barely average issue. |
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6
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Weapon X (2017) #26
Nov 21, 2018 |
Weapon X goes to hell this week, and while the issue isn't hellish to read, the entire theme of Sabretooth's redemption and the question of whether he can truly overcome his past and his nature is starting to get a little thin. |
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10
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Weapon X (2017) #27
Dec 12, 2018 |
There is a lot to like about Weapon X #27. While the book has been uneven more times than not, #27 begins to bring Sabretooth's story of redemption full circle, and there is something beautiful in how that plays out. |
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7.3
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Werewolf By Night (2020) | 3 issues |
6
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Werewolf By Night (2020) #1
Oct 21, 2020 |
Ultimately, Werewolf By Night is a fun read that offers some interesting and thought-provoking moments. It feels like a promising reinvention of the classic Werewolf By Night. There's enough here to encourage readers to come back for the next issue, but it may be too light for readers hoping for genuine horror or a monster story. |
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8
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Werewolf By Night (2020) #2
Nov 25, 2020 |
After an interesing if not shaky start, Werewolf By Night #2 comes back strong. |
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8
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Werewolf By Night (2020) #3
Dec 30, 2020 |
Werewolf By Night #3 is easily one of the most interesting and visually fascinating of the short series. |
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9.0
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Wolverine: Black, White & Blood | 2 issues |
10
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Wolverine: Black, White & Blood #1
Nov 4, 2020 |
Really, everything here is just so well-done and so engaging, conveying a rich understanding of Wolverine at nearly every turn in a way that will make even those who dislike the character see him in a new light. It's a fantastic book. |
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8
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Wolverine: Black, White & Blood #2
Dec 16, 2020 |
Very easily, Wolverine: Black, White, and & Blood is one of the best comics this week. |
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7.2
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Wonder Woman (2016) | 19 issues |
8
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Wonder Woman (2016) #750
Jan 22, 2020 |
Ultimately, Wonder Woman #750 is a beautiful tribute to the character, one that serves to remind the reader of her core values as well as why she's perhaps one of the most popular superheroes in popular culture. She may not be from man's world, but Wonder Woman is at her heart as human as we are. She's the best of us and this book offers us the best of her. |
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8
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Wonder Woman (2016) #751
Feb 12, 2020 |
Coming off of the beautiful love letter that was Wonder Woman #750, #751 is a delightful day-in-the-life type of story that, in a sense, allows the reader to see Wonder Woman from the eyes of a skeptic. |
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6
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Wonder Woman (2016) #752
Feb 26, 2020 |
Overall, there is a lot going on in the issue, but while there may be many moving parts, the book is tightly told, full of action, and a solid read. |
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6
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Wonder Woman (2016) #753
Mar 11, 2020 |
The result is an issue that is heavy on action which is always fun to read, but it also comes across as a bit haphazard, narrative-wise, and muchof the Valda element of things just feels superfluous once it comes to a rather lackluster end. |
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6
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Wonder Woman (2016) #754
Mar 25, 2020 |
It's an enjoyable enough of a read, it just feels odd and out of place and a bit like the reader is being preached at rather than entertained. |
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6
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Wonder Woman (2016) #755
May 20, 2020 |
Pair it with Jesus Merino's at that is a bit uneven"it's good in certain action sequences, but just messy in others"and you get a book that's just okay, but has potential to do something more as the story continues next issue. |
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8
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Wonder Woman (2016) #756
Jun 3, 2020 |
The art remains iffy and messy at best, but as the fight truly kicks off, everything is starting to come together for a solid, engaging issue. |
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8
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Wonder Woman (2016) #757
Jun 17, 2020 |
If there is one thing that can be said about Wonder Woman #757 it is this: the issue takes a hard left turn and ends up in an unexpected and completely incredible destination. |
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Wonder Woman (2016) #758
Jul 8, 2020 |
It's a solid close to Steve Orlando's run and one that sets the stage nicely for Mariko Tamaki when she picks things up next issue. |
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10
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Wonder Woman (2016) #760
Aug 12, 2020 |
The story advances in a deeply satisfying way and still leaves you wanting more. It's an excellent issue, full stop. |
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6
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Wonder Woman (2016) #761
Aug 26, 2020 |
Overall, it's a solid issue and definitely one that is visually fantastic. |
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6
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Wonder Woman (2016) #762
Sep 9, 2020 |
Still, given the pacing and the stakes of the story, Wonder Women #762 may not be a best of run but it's still a solid read overall. |
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8
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Wonder Woman (2016) #763
Oct 2, 2020 |
The story this whole arc has been a fast paced ride and this issue is no different, but the substance makes it a strong read, especially paired with some really nice art. It's a great leaping of point for what comes next overall. |
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6
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Wonder Woman (2016) #764
Oct 14, 2020 |
Wonder Woman #764 feels a great deal like a filler issue and while the story is setting up for bigger things, nothing here feels particularly special. It's just okay"but even Tamaki's "okay" is pretty good, even when bland. |
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8
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Wonder Woman (2016) #765
Oct 28, 2020 |
You could almost strip out every written word in this issue and still get a story that was entertaining and very easy to follow. There's so much espression in just the art that everything else is extra. |
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8
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Wonder Woman (2016) #766
Nov 12, 2020 |
It's an outstanding issue and a reminder of just how great Wonder Woman can be. |
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8
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Wonder Woman (2016) #767
Nov 25, 2020 |
This was a fantastic issue, a solid read. |
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6
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Wonder Woman (2016) #768
Dec 9, 2020 |
As Mariko Tamaki's Wonder Woman run has gone, Wonder Woman #768 isn't quite as satisfying as some of the earlier issues in her run, but what it lacks in narrative satisfaction it makes up for in the way it sets up the battle to come not to mention the outstanding art from Rafa Sandoval. |
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6
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Wonder Woman (2016) #769
Dec 23, 2020 |
It's a good, but not great issue. |
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10
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Wonder Woman/Conan | 1 issues |
10
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Wonder Woman/Conan #6
Feb 21, 2018 |
A deeply satisfying end to a shockingly satisfying run. |
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9.5
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Wonder Woman: Dead Earth | 4 issues |
10
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Wonder Woman: Dead Earth #1
Dec 18, 2019 |
It's hands-down one of the best books to come out this year and one that every Wonder Woman fan needs to read. |
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10
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Wonder Woman: Dead Earth #2
Feb 19, 2020 |
The result is a rich story that shakes the very idea of Wonder Woman to the core and leaves the reader feeling like they've been punched through the heart"just as Wonder Woman feels in its final pages. |
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10
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Wonder Woman: Dead Earth #3
Jun 17, 2020 |
It's brilliantly written, stunningly drawn, and is easily one of the most well-considered, and truly faithfully written Wonder Woman stories I have ever read. Both alone and matched with the previous two issues, Wonder Woman: Dead Earth #3 is the best of comics. Period. |
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8
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Wonder Woman: Dead Earth #4
Aug 19, 2020 |
Overall, it's a powerful and beautiful book with a solid ending and while the open-ended final "conclusion" feels like it could have been tightened up just a bit, Wonder Woman: Dead Earth #4 is an absolutely amazing finale for this series that is easily one of contemporary comics' best. |
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9.2
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X-23 (2018) | 12 issues |
10
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X-23 (2018) #1
Jul 11, 2018 |
This book is about as perfect as it gets so do yourself a favor and read it. |
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10
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X-23 (2018) #2
Jul 25, 2018 |
X-23 #2 is another strong issue, and Mariko Tamaki is knocking Laura out of the park with spot-on characterization perfectly balanced with Gabby's softer, pitch perfect annoying little sister vibe. |
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10
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X-23 (2018) #3
Aug 29, 2018 |
Make no mistake: this is a top-notch book and I can't wait for more. |
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8
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X-23 (2018) #4
Sep 12, 2018 |
First things first: the story being told in X-23 overall is a fascinating one. Not only is Laura trying to protect her sister Gabby, but she's on a journey of self-discovery as well and for the first three issues of the title it's a journey that's been a thought-provoking, enjoyable read. |
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6
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X-23 (2018) #5
Oct 10, 2018 |
Laura's conflict with the Stepford Cuckoos comes to an end in X-23 #5, and for all of the energy and excitement the story started with, the ultimate resolution is remarkably quick, tidy, and average. |
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10
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X-23 (2018) #6
Nov 7, 2018 |
After a somewhat serious and heavy previous arc, X-23 #6 gives readers something they don't often get in titles involving Laura: fun. |
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8
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X-23 (2018) #7
Dec 12, 2018 |
The art in X-23 #7 could be better. The story? It takes a little bit of time to pick up speed. But what this issue does well is illustrate the difference between Laura's struggle to embrace humanity while contrasting that with Gabby who is struck a perfect balance with her clone identity and her human heart. |
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8
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X-23 (2018) #8
Jan 9, 2019 |
X-23 #8 picks up right where it left off last issue and it's a solid leap into the larger mystery of the arc. |
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10
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X-23 (2018) #9
Feb 6, 2019 |
From hilariously perfect Golden Girls references to the genuine, pure eagerness Gabby has to accept this newcomer as family, the issue is a shining example of the differences and similarities between the sisters, making for a fun and exciting romp with real stakes and excitement to boot. |
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10
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X-23 (2018) #10
Mar 13, 2019 |
With every issue of X-23, more of Laura's humanity is revealed by those around her, and that's true for X-23 #10. |
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10
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X-23 (2018) #11
Apr 10, 2019 |
X-23 #11 takes the well-worn Laura and gives her a whole new life and dimension and, in the process, delivers one of the best X-Men stories out there. |
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10
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X-23 (2018) #12
May 29, 2019 |
It's an incredible story not to be missed. |
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6.0
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X-Men: Gold (2017) | 1 issues |
6
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X-Men: Gold (2017) #27
May 2, 2018 |
The real issue with X-Men Gold #27 is the lackluster art. Geraldo Borges' work this issue is inconsistent and messy, making the whole issue a little bit of a chore to read. |
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9.2
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Yasmeen | 5 issues |
10
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Yasmeen #1
Jul 22, 2020 |
Yasmeen #1 does both of those things, inviting us to see a world we only know from half-accurate, sound bite-ready news, a world we can easily wave a way as "not ours," and it forces us to see that there is more to every story and every event than we allow ourselves to see and hear. It's a comic that serves as both a window and a mirror, and we cannot look away. |
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8
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Yasmeen #2
Aug 19, 2020 |
It's a hard read a times because of the subject matter, but it's handled with care. It's an extremely good issue. |
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8
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Yasmeen #3
Oct 14, 2020 |
Yasmeen #3 may be the most "chaotic" issue of the series thus far, but don't let that surprise you or convince you that it is anything other than brilliant. |
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10
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Yasmeen #4
Nov 25, 2020 |
Easily one of the most powerful and human issues of this indelible series, Safir A. Ahmed continues to craft one of the most important and human comics out there. |
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10
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Yasmeen #5
Dec 23, 2020 |
Overall, Yasmeen #5 is the best issue yet in a series that is one of the best comics of the decade. |
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7.0
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Youth | 4 issues |
8
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Youth #1
May 13, 2020 |
Ultimately, while Youth #1 has moments that feel too engineered, the heart of the story is one that beats with a fresh and refreshing honesty. |
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6
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Youth #2
May 20, 2020 |
Youth #2 is a little light and a little lacking, but it serves the overall thrust of the larger, meatier story well. |
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10
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Youth #3
May 29, 2020 |
It's messy and beautiful and raw, something emphasized with by the pitch perfect art and colors that heighten everything even as the stakes become even higher for the characters. It's a masterpiece of an issue. |
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4
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Youth #4
Jun 3, 2020 |
Unfortunately, when you look at Youth #4 and its unique characteristics, the conclusion feels cliched, too easy, and while it does stage the possibility of more stories to come, it reads too much like a "Diet Marvel" attempt at superhero storytelling. |
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10
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Ziggy Pig - Silly Seal Comics | 1 issues |
10
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Ziggy Pig - Silly Seal Comics #1
Mar 6, 2019 |
You may not be clear on what's going on, but the references and madness from cover to cover is worth it. Also? There's a bonus appearance by Method Man. |
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