Quinn Tassin Comic Reviews

A thoughtful, exciting, promising new start for the Caped Crusader

"Planet-Size X-Men" #1 tells an epic, electrifying story that reminds you what superhero comics are capable of

A stellar issue smartly takes a deep breath in the midst of a crisis to explore the concept of faith

"DCeased: Dead Planet #1" is a superlative sequel any fan of superheroes, zombies, or great storytelling should be picking up.

"The King of Nowhere #3" is yet another home-run for W. Maxwell Prince.

A beautiful issue of "Lois Lane" shows us what happens when the strongest character in DC grieves.

Kelly Thompson delivers a deeply satisfying (hypothetical) conclusion to the story of Carol Danvers in "Captain Marvel: The End".

Love conquers all in the intriguing, thrilling "Wonder Woman: Dead Earth #1"

"Guardians of the Galaxy #6" sends Nova to therapy and takes us to church.

An excellent first issue helps a familiar story feel fresh

With "Batman" #118, Joshua Williamson makes it clear that we're at the start of another great run for the Caped Crusader.

"Future State: Wonder Woman #1" is a gorgeous, fun, imaginative start to the story of Yara Flor

A lovely, beautifully illustrated, well-written issue promises that only better things are coming

"We Only Find Them When They're Dead #3" is a cinematic, supremely creative thrill ride of a comic.

The Hickman Lampoon's Family Vacation is a fun, intriguing entry in the new X-Men canon

An emotionally engaging, fresh angle on teen superhero life

"Iron Man #1" is an everything a comic lover can be looking for and a strong new beginning for Tony Stark

Simple structure, strong characterization, and a whole lot of heart go a long way

A strong debut issue proves that the Titans are ready to be DC's premier superhero team

"Ant-Man #1" is a more than welcome (and worthy) return for Scott Lang

"Eternals" #4 is yet another great entry in what has all the makings of another home run for Kieron Gillen

A weak ending undermines an otherwise confident, exciting debut issue

A clear sense of emotional purpose and the weight of history make for a strong conclusion to "Lazarus Planet

Strong visuals, great world building, and a tight, engaging plot make "Black Cloak #2 easy to love

Kelly Thompson continues to shine as she shows us what makes Captain Marvel such a great hero.

"Detective Comics" #1034 is a ridiculously good first issue of the most grounded Batman comic we've ever read (even if it's background story leaves a lot to be desired)

A thoughtful, characteristically great issue gives space to take in all of the new characters and information that's been thrown our way

"Stillwater #2" begins to unravel the secrets of the titular town to excellent results.

"Stray Dogs" is a charming, compelling comic with the best kind of sinister center

"X-Force #1" is an atmospheric, pulse-pounding debut for Krakoa's deadliest team.

A strong, effective introduction that would benefit from having a bit more to say.

Neon Genesis Evangelion meets Game of Thrones in "Power Rangers: Ranger Slayer #1"

A rock solid, entertaining goodbye to the current X-Men lineup

Creative, fun, and immediately engaging.

"The Marvels" is a damn good debut for the kind of comic everyone should be trying to make.

"Scarenthood" #4 serves as both a moving ending a deeply intriguing new beginning to a wonderful (and very Irish) story.

A smart, well-structured issue that promises great things to come

"Adventureman" #7 is yet another solid entry in an incredibly confident, fun series.

"Archie Christmas Spectacular" lives up to the title, just not in the ways you think.

"The Avengers #55 is an excellent showcase of what this series has been and the potential it still holds

A unique tone and rock-solid premise make "Avengers Inc. #1 a clear success

"Batman #86" is a strong, promising start to James Tynion's take on the World's Greatest Detective.

With its debut issue, "Big Girls" proves itself to be a series worth getting keeping your eye on

"DC vs. Vampires" #1 marks the debut of a miniseries that's sure to be an absolute blast.

The Unkillables do not live up to their title in the simultaneously bleak and fun "DCeased: Unkillables #2"

"Eat the Rich" takes a big step up in its excellent third issue.

"Falcon and Winter Soldier #5" is an absolute riot of a comic a surprising must-read.

"Guardians of the Galaxy" is a great issue with decent art and sets up the long game admirably.

"Hawkeye: Freefall #3" is yet another great installment in Matthew Rosenberg's take on Marvel's Mauve Marksmen.

A big monster wants pizza- what's not to love?

"Mighty Morphin #1" continues Ryan Parrot's stellar take on the Power Rangers with the same pop that we've come to love

"Suicide Squad #8" is just about everything that one could want out of an interlude

Exciting, effective, and leaves you desperate to read a second issue

"Thor #8" is a fun, light, and surprisingly vital issue in a historically heavy run

Turns out simple fun is a real treat!

"The Amazing Spider-Man" #78.BEY is an exciting, funny, bold expansion of the biggest Spider-Man story we've seen in years

Great writing meets subpar visuals in a solid first chapter in the latest Gotham City crossover

A well paced, well scripted, genuinely creepy mystery

Exciting but grounded in character.

"Justice League" #59 is a strong, fun debut for Brian Michael Bendis and David Marquez that bodes well for the future of DC's premiere team

"King in Black: Gwenom vs. Carnage #1" rises to surprising heights by keeping things grounded

Not quite great but an admirable experiment nonetheless.

Simple and fun with a strong social message, "TerrorWar is an exciting new addition to comic shelves

An intriguing, visually striking response to the infamously extreme comics of the '90s.

A funny, self-aware issue with surprising heart

A rock solid "Cable #2" proves that this book is really worth it.

"Iron Fist: Heart of the Dragon" is a promising, if unfocused debut issue

"Justice League Incarnate" #1 is a very fun, if flawed, first issue in a fascinating, epic story

"Miles Morales: Spider-Man" gets a whole lot better, even as Miles Morales's life gets a whole lot worse.

Normal life is even more interesting than superheroics when it comes to Naomi.

"Shang-Chi #1" is a welcome addition to comic store shelves, even if it doesn't quite reach the heights its creative team is capable of.

Whosoever holds this hammer if he be metal but a smidge overstuffed, shall possess the power of "Thor #4".

The perfectly fine conclusion to the first arc of "Ant-Man" is proof we should've been reading a "Stinger" comic this whole time.

The Hobbs and Shaw of DC Comics just can't win in "Batman/Superman" #3.

Gorgeous and ambitious but in need of a smidge more clarity

"Crush & Lobo" #1 is a fun debut for the most rock and roll father-daughter duo in the DC Universe.

"Excalibur #11" is yet another strong entry for the Marvel's Most Magic Mutants

The debut issue of "Last Flight Out" is an engaging, scarily realistic take on the collapse of the planet

"The Magnificent Ms. Marvel #14" is a quietly triumphant, welcome return for Marvel's most up and coming hero

A confident debut for a funny, creative idea

The Man of Steel takes a second to breathe then takes a hard turn into actionville in "Superman #19."

"Marauders Annual" #1 is an energetic, confident start to Steve Orlando's tenure with Krakoa's messiest team

Simple fun. No more, no less.

"Spider-Man: Spider's Shadow" #1 is a promising, dark, and very coolness beginning for "What If?"

"Adventures of Superman: Jon Kent #1 is a good issue but feels more like a promise of great things to come than a great product in its own right

"America Chavez: Made in the U.S.A." is a fun, engaging debut issue off a long overdue miniseries though it doesn't quite reach the heights that its title character can.

"Batman: Fear State Alpha" #1 is a sprawling setup for the latest Gotham epic that delivers on intrigue but not much more

"Chained to the Grave" #1 is an intriguing, confident start to a series that seems destined for pretty goodness

"Champions" #4 is a fun, easy to read comic and a fairly unremarkable one

Hexagon Bridge is an ambitious debut that throws you into the deep end for both better and worse

A solid issue sufferers for having so much required background material

A set of great teasers would still benefit from any sense that they were grouped together on purpose.

"My Date with Monsters" #1 marks a strong, if shaky, start for one of the most original comics hitting the stands

A solid, simple, fun issue that could stand to have some more substance

Beautiful art and a fundamentally interesting story make up for some of the structural deficiencies of "Coda #2

"Impossible Jones" #1 is a breezy, joyous adventure that you certainly want to take

An absolute blast that doesn't quite stick the landing

"Titans: Beast World #1 is commendable for its sheer ambition but it's missing some of the fine details that could make it truly great

A strong premise, plenty of promise, and strong artwork outweigh an inconsistent script in "Starlings #1.

"The Schlub #1 is a funny, original comic that dares to tell the story of the most mediocre guy you know

Perfectly fun but lacking the depth that would make it great.

Intriguing and clever but too vague for its own good

A nice reset for a solid series

"The Amazing Mary Jane #2" isn't quite certified fresh but it's worth a look if you're interested.

"Amethyst #1" is a solid, promising debut even if it's missing a little magic.

A whole lot of strong themes fail to land an emotional punch in "Black Panther" #1

"Blue Bettle #1 is competently plotted and full of heart but its lack of accessibility holds it back.

"Break Out #1's opens up as an average comic but ends with an exciting montage and some real potential.

A hard to believe villain bogs down an otherwise deeply enjoyable "Invisible Woman #4."

"Juggernaut #1" is a low-stress and a pretty good time and that's that on that

A strong foundation and clear voice but overstuffed and missing some imagination

A well-executed retread of themes we're very familiar with.

Perfectly enjoyable but too clich and exposition-filled to really sing

"King in Black" is an epic, narratively uneven, visually stunning affair that seems to be setting itself up for something even better.

Intriguing and intelligent but hampered by a lack of focus on its main character.

"The Flash" #768 is a fun but slightly too shallow debut for Jeremy Adams.

Scattered pacing and some sloppy dialogue dull an otherwise interesting, genuinely scary debut.

Scattered pacing and some sloppy dialogue dull an otherwise interesting, genuinely scary debut.

A perfectly readable, fun comic but not all that much more than that.

"An Unkindness of Ravens #2" shows promise but it's more notable for what it's lacking than what it delivers.

A decent read that lacks a strong sense of excitement or tension

"Karmen" #1 should be admired for its boldness and its gorgeous art but leaves a fair bit to be desired in its substance.

"Post Americana #2" is entertaining enough but its greatest strengths deserve more space to shine

"Avengers #29" is a lot like your favorite friend in college, messy but a good time.

A thought provoking but overwritten issue that could stand to show at least as much as it tells.

An interesting premise is bogged down by a protagonist and tone that just aren't that entertaining.

A well-intentioned but ultimately shallow story

"Project Patron" #1 is a lot of promise and very little fulfillment

A competent issue by veteran Spider-Man creators fails to provide real excitement

Gorgeous art can't make up for an utter lack of focus

A debut with a disappointingly thin plot and an abrupt ending is elevated by stunning art.

"The Amazing Spider-Man #50" is a competently written but ultimately disappointing landmark issue in Nick Spencer's take on our favorite web-slinger.

Strong visuals and an interesting premise just barely buoy a weak script.

"Giant-Size X-Men: Magneto #1" is a decent comic that also fails to justify itself quite yet.

An overstuffed story gets by on heart but not much else in "SHAZAM! #8.

"Suicide Squad" #3 is a decent read but when will this series become the standout it can be?

Bold storytelling decisions produce middling results

"Edge of Spider-Verse #2 tells two stories, one cute but bloated, the other interesting but with far too little space to make the impact it should

With its odd mid-2000s vibe and lack of focus, "Mister Miracle: The Source of Freedom" #1 is the definition of meh

Poor pacing and thin characterization hold back the first issue of what could become an interesting series

"We Ride Titans" #1 is a half-baked, cliche-filled, almost decent debut issue.

A tired concept is saved by gorgeous art in "Batman: The Smile Killer #1"

Confident but missing an actual story and so intense that it almost distracts from deep thinking.

Strong vibes and an intriguing world can't quite make up for thin plot and characterization

"Justice Society of America #2 has great art and a solid foundation but fails to execute on a story level

"Crossover #2" is a deeply interesting mystery that makes some genuinely appalling narrative decisions

"W.E.B of Spider-Man #1" isn't a bad comic book but it's far from a good one

"Spider-Man: Ben Reilly" #1 is the definition of mediocre

A stumble in writing and a steep drop-off in art make for an incredibly disappointing issue of "Blue and Gold."

A comic that would have killed if it came out closer to its predecessors doesn't pack the same punch now.

As generic and uninteresting as a story about fighting a dictator in another universe can be

"The Death of Nancy Drew" has a promising premise but starts with an exposition-heavy, predictable whimper.

Pitch-perfect art is the saving grace of the generally weak "On the Stump #4"

A solid premise and some good ideas are betrayed by an utter lack of followthrough.

"Commanders in Crisis #2" is a lot of things but mostly it's one thing and that thing" is bad

"The Amazing Spider-Man" #74 is a fittingly awful conclusion to a Spider-Man run that rarely understood what made the character so iconic.

"My Bad" #1 is an eye-roll inducing, deeply unfunny waste of decent premise.

Juvenile and deeply unfunny, it's hard to come up with any reason for "The Giant Kokju to exist.