A+X provides the vehicle for readers to go on an adventurous romp throughout the entire Marvel Universe with the characters from Marvel's two tent pole franchises serving as their guides. The one-shot nature of the stories also makes this A+X a title that a reader can pick up at any point without worrying about understanding what is going on in the title. I must admit that the entire philosophy and concept behind A+X is a brilliant one and something that Marvel desperately needed to do with the Marvel NOW relaunch. Now, if only they could figure a way to make their product more financially attractive to new readers and younger readers.

A-Force #1 was an average read. I can't recommend buying it, but I can't recommend avoiding it, either. It is just an awkward in-between issue. Like I said before, I think an all female team is as weird and unappealing as an all male team. So, A-Force #1 had limited appeal to me in the first place. If you just cannot get enough all female action then A-Force #1 will probably be right up your alley.

Action Comics #41 was a weak start to this "new" direction for this franchise. I was not impressed with the unoriginal plot foundation for this new direction for Superman. Editorially driven plots rarely excited me. However, I wanted to like this issue because I am a fan of Pak's writing. Unfortunately, the product that was delivered with Action Comics #41 was of low quality. I cannot recommend that people spend their hard-earned money on this issue.

Despite my feelings about Action Comics #1011, I am still excited for Even Leviathan #1. I feel cautiously optimistic that Bendis has assembled a cast of characters that best compliment his skill set and a style of story that is within his wheelhouse.

Adventure Comics #522 was another solid read. This was the best issue by Levitz since he took over Adventure Comics. The story on this title has lagged behind the excellent work that Levitz has been delivering on Legion of Super Heroes. Now that the two titles are synced together in terms of the story I believe that Adventure Comics will rapidly become an entertaining read each and every month. I would recommend giving Adventure Comics a chance. Levitzs Legion of Super Heroes is still the best super hero team title on the market.

To be sure, Age of Ultron #1 was not a terrible read. It was simply a decidedly average read in just about every aspect. Readers who prefer some substance to their stories and like creative plotlines that intrigue the reader will surely be disappointed in this shallow story. Readers who have been enjoying the breath of fresh air provided to the Marvel Universe by MarvelNOW will be disappointed in this issue that reads very much like a Marvel comic from the 2000's. I would only recommend Age of Ultron to readers who loved Bendis' run on the Avengers and New Avengers. This title is definitely tailor made for you.

Less is more. It would be great to see Marvel scale back the Avengers franchise so that it is not stretched so far that it loses its core qualitiesand no longer becomes something that is special or interesting.

Overall: All New All Different Avengers #1 was a wretched debut issue for this new direction for Marvel's flagship title. Waid underperformed and underdelivered with this issue. The reader gets little in the way of substance or entertainment with this issue. This title blends into the tapestry of the horde of super hero comics already crowding the shelves. Waid fails to sell the reader on this new direction for the Avengers. Waid fails to get the reader invested in the characters or the story. And the result is an issue that is simply not worth the $4.00 price tag.

Honestly, you cannot make this kind of stuff up! The mind-boggling attitude of the assistant editors response is a wonderful insight into the mind-set of Marvel's editorial staff. Marvel's editors believe they alone have all the answers and their clients, the readers, need to shut up and eat what they are served. Brilliant.

I certainly would not recommend spending your hard-earned money on All New All Different Avengers #9. There are so many other superior super hero comics on the market that are far more deserving of your money. I would only recommend All New All Different Avengers #9 if you are a die-hard fan of one of the characters on this roster.

All New Hawkeye #3 was another good read. Lemire continues to deliver an entertaining read with this title. This issue offered the reader a nice blend of action, humor and mystery. If you are looking for something different from the usual super hero fare offered up by Marvel and DC then All New Hawkeye is certainly worth checking out.

Aquaman #41 was a great read. Bunn and McCarthy combine to deliver an entertaining read that offered an excellent balance of action, adventure, mystery and drama. I am stunned at how much I enjoyed this issue. I would definitely recommend giving Aquaman #41 a try. I have a feeling that Bunn has something special in store for us with this title.

Aquaman #43 deliveredexcellent straight up action/adventure super hero fun. This title has quickly become one of my favorite DC comics currently on the market. Bunn is delivering a classic super hero tale that should appeal to a wide range of readers. This is definitely a title that is worth giving a try.

Avengers #1 is a great start to a fresh new beginning for this franchise. It is great to see the Avengers being restored to their proper glory. For any Avengers fans who dropped this title during Bendis' run this is the perfect time for you to come back home. I think you will like what Hickman is delivering. Also, any new readers who liked the Avengers movie and were curious about the Avengers comic then this is also an excellent time for you to start reading this title. Lastly, Avengers #1 is a good issue for any super hero fan looking to pick up a new title. This is well crafted issue that appears to have a wild, exciting and grand ride in store for the reader. MarvelNOW hits another homerun with this issue.

Avengers #7 was another cerebral read. Hickman is simply operating at an entirely differently level since coming to the Avengers. I strongly recommend Avengers to anyone who loves meticulously plotted stories full of detailed and intricate plot lines. Readers who love wildly imaginative stories with a seemingly infinite scope and a grand scale will surely enjoy Hickman's Avengers. Right now, Avengers is one of the must reader titles currently on the market. I don't care if you read it in the bi-weekly floppy format or if you read it in trade format. Just read it.

Aaron and McGuinness are certainly going to deliver an Avengers title that focuses on adventure and fun first and foremost. This new Avengers title should definitely appeal to a large cross section of comic book readers. If you like classic super hero action and adventure mixed with high concept Science Fiction then you need run out and get Avengers #1 immediately.

With the high cover price to comics these days it is incumbent upon publishers to actually provide quality content to the readers with each issue. There is far too much competition for your entertainment dollar in 2018. For just slightly more than double the cover price of Avengers #2 a reader could get an entire months subscription to Netflix. There is simply no way I could ever recommend that a reader spend $4.00 of their money for Avengers #2.

If you are short on funds and want a quality super hero team title then I would recommend buying Justice League. You get a better bang for your buck. However, if your comic budget can allow for it then I would still suggest picking up Avengers #9. I think Aaron is about to kick off an enjoyable story arc with Namor and the Defenders of the Deep.

Avengers Academy #1 is a solid debut issue. This title has plenty of potential. Hopefully, Gage will be able to tap the full potential of Avengers Academy. I would certainly recommend Avengers Academy to readers who enjoy teen super team titles. But, this title is more than just that. Readers who like classic super hero stories as well as readers who like stories that are a bit dark should also enjoy this title as well.

I have absolutely no idea why anyone would want to waste $3.00 on Avengers Arena #1. Instead, go purchase either the Hunger Games Trilogy boxset on Amazon for $25 or Battle Royale manga. You can get all 15 volumes for just $3-5 a pop over on Amazon. That way you will get a far better bang for your buck and also enjoy far superior stories than the unoriginal and unimaginative slaughter-fest that Hopeless is offering with Avengers Arena. Hell, you can go to Amazon and buy the granddaddy of them all, The Lord of the Flies for just $7.00! The point is that I simply do not see who Avengers Arena #1 will appeal to other than readers that dig stories about slaughtering teen-agers.

Avengers Prime #2 is not worth the $3.99 cover price. There are far superior titles out there at the $2.99 price let alone at $3.99. I would only recommend Avengers Prime #2 to die-hard Bendis fans and to die-hard Avengers fans. I would recommend to everyone else to pass on Avengers Prime #2. Save your money and go buy an issue of Hawkeye and Mockingbird instead which at $2.99 is superior in terms of content and price.

Overall:Avengers Standoff: Assault on Pleasant Hill Omega #1 was a lifeless read that never succeeds in engaging the reader's attention or interest. This bland and uncreative issue serves several editorially mandated stories and plot points and that is about it. There is no way in the world that this issue is worth you hard-earned money.

I really wanted Avengers vs. X-Men #1 to be an incredible read. Even though I grew up loving Marvel and DC almost equally, I would have to admit that at my core I am a Marvel guy first. I have dropped all of the DC titles that I was getting after the New 52 reboot. And none of the second and third wave of titles from Warner Brothers has done anything to get me excited about their new universe and line of comics. So, Marvel has become my only outlet for my super hero addiction. Therefore, I wanted to love this big event and have something that would get me excited about super hero comics once again.

Avengers vs. X-Men #2 is shallow, lacks character work, has some bad dialogue and narration and lacks internal logic at times. And that is also part of its charm as it effectively channels the style of super hero stories that Marvel cranked out in the 60's, 70's and 80's. If you are a fan of traditional super hero stories or old school Marvel comics then check out Avengers vs. X-Men #2. I think you will enjoy what Marvel is serving. For the rest of you? I would recommend staying as far away from this big event as possible.

Avengers vs. X-Men #4 was a completely superfluous issue. I see no reason in the world why anyone should waste their hard earned money on this pointless read. Save your money and go buy Versus #2 instead. It is a far more entertaining read. I would also suggest looking into some of the tie-in issues since they have been more entertaining than what we have gotten on the core Avengers vs. X-Men title.

Avengers v. X-Men #5 continues the trend of disappointing reads for this big event. There is no way I would recommend this issue to anyone other than hardcore Marvel fans. The $4.00 cover price is a financial raping considering the pathetic amount of actual content that the reader gets in this issue. I would be fine with paying .99 for this issue. Maybe even $1.50. But, $4.00? For this? No way. A total waste of money.

Avengers vs. X-Men Versus #3 was another entertaining read. This title has lived up to the promise of being nothing but fun. Pure and simple. And this is exactly why I am having such a wonderful time reading this title. Putting the fun back in comics is something that both Marvel and DC should be making a priority. I love the unapologetic approach of this title. If you like pure super hero slufgest entertainment then definitely check out AvX Versus #3. You will not be disappointed.

Batman #702 was a wonderfully crafted read. Fans of Grant Morrison are sure to love this issue. Morrison brings such a captivating story that has plenty of substance for the reader to chew on. What is great is that not only do you get an issue that is impressively written and posses far more depth than most comic books on the market, but the cover price is only $2.99. There really is not much to dislike about this issue.

Batman/Superman #21 was an uneven read at best. The few bright moments were overshadowed by the schizophrenic narration, inconsistent presentation of Superman's character, some weak dialogue and unintentionally goofy moments. This new direction for Superman continues to be underwhelming. It also appears that DC has no real idea of where they want to go with this "new" Superman. And Mecha Batman? That is just a hot mess from start to finish. Batman/Superman #21 is not worth price of admission.

Batman and Robin #8 had the potential to be quite an enjoyable story. Unfortunately, the technical aspects of this issue were so poor that it made it difficult to enjoy the story to its fullest potential. Despite the parts of this issue that I greatly enjoyed, I simply cannot recommend Batman and Robin #8. Some action fans might get a kick out of the excellent brawl scene in this issue. However, there are plenty of other comic books that have a story that is much more new reader friendly and are easier to follow that offer up the same type of high octane action scenes.

Batman and Robin #19 was an enjoyable read. Cornell deserves credit for being able to deliver a story that even a reader like myself who dislikes the Batman, Inc. concept still be able to enjoy this story. If you enjoy an interesting character story then I would recommend giving Batman and Robin #19 a try.

Overall: Batman and the Outsiders #1 was a pedestrian read. I love this franchise and wish that Hill had delivered a better quality read than what we got with this debut issue. Batman and the Outsiders #1 does nothing to separate itself from all of the other super hero team titles currently on the market. This title has no real unique qualities or hook to convince readers to come back for more.

I love that DC Comics is making more of an effort in the realm of all-ages titles. I also appreciate that Batman Knightwatch #4 is free from a lot of the cringe moments that some of DC Comics' other titles that are aimed at younger readers. Also, this issue really is all-ages. There is nothing in this issue that you would be concerned about your child reading. Batman Knightwatch #4 was a bit uneven but was still a solid all-ages issue. This is certainly a title worth buying for any reader between the ages of 6-10.

Buy this issue! Run out to your local comic shop and pick up a copy of Black Canary #1! Unique and off-beattitles like Black Canary deserve strong fan support. It is so refreshing to get a title that presents the super hero genre in a different fashion than the 1990's Image style that DC's New 52 titles have consistently been giving readers over the past several years. Black Canary #1 is a fun issue. And fun is good. Support fun. We need more of it.

Black Knight #1 was an excellent read. Tieri came out firing on all cylinders with this issue and did not let up until the very last page. Black Knight #1 is an action and adventure title that stands out and separates itself from all of the other titles from Marvel and DC that are flooding the market. This title offers the reader excellent character work, good plotting and great action. Black Knight #1 is a well-balanced read that offers something for just about everyone. Black Knight is absolutely a title that is worth the price of admission. Stop reading this review and go to your comic book store. Now. Put this issue in your grubby paws and then enjoy.

Black Panther #2 was a disappointing read. I would not recommend this issue to anyone other than die-hard Black Panther fans. Once again, Marvel Comics misses the chance to make a title more mainstream by focusing on delivering yet another niche title under the All New All Different initiative. It is a shame that Marvel Comics is not trying to build on Black Panther's debut on the silver screen with a comic that would appeal to a large cross-section of readers.

Overall: Black Widow #1 was an unsatisfyingdebut issue. I finished the issue and had the feeling of wanting so much more for my money. I love action as much as the next reader. However, I also like some character work and interesting plot lines, too. I do not feel that I am asking for too much by wanting more substance and content to a debut issue of a new title. Black Widow #1 felt lacking in so many ways. The fact is that Black Widow #1 is a $4.00 comic book. That is a lot of money and I expect more than just an issue that reads like a prelude. I would only recommend Black Widow #1 to diehard Black Widow fans or extreme action fans. For all other readers, Black Widow #1 simply does not deliver enough content to justify the $4.00 price of admission.

I enjoyed Blackest Night #7. But, I must point out that I am a fan of the Green Lantern mythos so I am enjoying the little wrinkles that Johns is adding to Green Lanterns continuity. The neat plot twists and nice character bits that were sprinkled throughout this issue made Blackest Night #7 an enjoyable read for me. The final twelve pages of Blackest Night #7 made up for the fact that nothing really happened at all in the first thirteen pages.

Blackest Night #8 possesses the same positives and negatives as previous issues. This issue was a serviceable ending to Blackest Night. This final issue certainly succeeded in properly establishing strong foundation for Brightest Day. The majority of readers who have been following Blackest Night should greatly enjoy Blackest Night #8.

Blackest Night Wonder Woman #3 was a good character study that helped to give a little more depth to the plotlines involving Wonder Woman and Mera over in Blackest Night itself. This mini-series moved at a pleasant pace and presented the reader with good character work, nice dialogue and entertaining action.

Brightest Day #0 was a disappointing read. This was a slow and relatively boring read. Johns and Tomasi failed to kick this title off with a dynamic and exciting story that immediately captivates the readers attention. Having said that, Johns and Tomasi did just enough, barely, to get me to come back for more.

Brightest Day #8 continues the trend of this title being a disappointing read. This title certainly has failed to live up to my initial expectations. Perhaps Brightest Day will read better in trade format. At this point, I certainly would not recommend getting Brightest Day. If any of the plotlines in this story sound interesting to you then I would suggest waiting and getting Brightest Day when the trade is released.

Captain America #602 was a disappointing and weak start to this new story arc. I was hoping that after such a long hiatus that Brubaker was going to kick this title off with a real bang. Instead, we got a small whimper. I did not have much to say about this issue, because nothing really happened at all in this issue. There just wasn't much to talk about.

Captain America #12 was another solid read. If you have not given this title a try then now is the perfect time to hop aboard this title. This issue delivers an enjoyable blend of action, adventure, mystery and drama all wrapped up in some good looking artwork.

It might be worth holding off until this debut story arc is finished and see if we are going to get the Waid from his Daredevil run or if we are going to get Waid from his All New All Different MarvelNOW titles. Hopefully, Waid finds his groove on Captain America and decides to give us the quality of writing that he did on his Daredevil run.

This title is too pedestrian and fades into the background among the crowded shelves of mainstream super hero titles. Factor in the $5.00 cover price and Captain America #1 becomes an easy comic to skip on purchasing. This issue simply does not deliver enough to warrant such a hefty price of admission.

Secret Wars Civil War #1 was a solid debut issue. If Soule can crank up the emotional side of his story then we could end up getting a real treat of a story. Soule certainly gave me enough in this issue to get me to come back for more. This is quality writing and I think that anyone who enjoyed the Civil War big event will also enjoy Secret Wars Civil War #1.

Secret Wars: Civil War #2 was a fantastic read. Soule delivers a nuanced and multifaceted read that captivates the reader's attention from start to finish. This is an issue that warrants several reads. I love an issue with plenty of substance. Soule certainly treats the reader to an issue that is worth every penny of the cover price. I would certainly recommend giving this Secret Wars tie-in mini series a try.

Secret Wars: Civil War #3 is another brilliant read. If you have not hopped aboard this title then I definitely encourage you to do so. If nothing else, at least get this title when it gets released in trade format. Soule is delivering such an enjoyable read. I adore this world that Soule has created and I just cannot get enough of it. Secret Wars: Civil War #3 is an intelligent read that also offers plenty of excitement and adventure. Go buy it!

Secret Wars Civil War #4 was another wonderful read. Soule has impressed me so much with his work on this title. If you still have not jumped aboard this train then I absolutely recommend getting Secret Wars Civil War when it comes out in trade format. This story is well worth the price of admission.

Overall: Civil War II #0 is a poor start to this new big event. I would only recommend this issue to die-hard Bendis fans. This is an inauspicious start for this new big event. Not too many readers are going to pick up Civil War II #0 and get excited and anxious to spend their hard-earned money on Civil War II and the various tie-in issues based on what they get in this issue.

Overall: Civil War II #1 was a much better read that I was expecting. Bendis delivers a solid start to this new big event. Bendis certainly delivered a strong later half in Civil War II #1 that is sure to get many readers excited about this big event and eager to come back for the next issue. And that is the main goal with any debut issue of a big event. So, Bendis deserves credit for pulling that off with this issue. I would certainly recommend Civil War II #1 to any readers who enjoy big event comics. The stage has been set for what may, potentially, be a rather exciting big event.

There is absolutely no way that I could ever recommend anyone plunking down $5.00 of their hard-earned money for literally nothing substantive at all in return. The cover price is half of a month's subscription to Netflix! You would be much better off spending money on Netflix than purchasing Civil War II. You certainly get far more bang for your buck. It just is not even close.

Civil War II #3 was another shallow, dull and repetitious read. There is very little in the way of actual substance for the reader to chew on with this issue. Civil War II continues to be a small and subdued big event. Honestly, readers can simply skip this issue and get Civil War II #4 and not miss any true plot progression at all. Nothing new was introduced in this issue. And the two existing plot lines were left in stasis during Civil War II #3. I would only recommend Civil War II #3 to die-hard Bendis fans. For everyone else? I have no idea why any other readers would want to spend $5 of their hard-earned money on Civil War II #3. A $5 cover price is extraordinary. And for such a steep price of admission I firmly expect plenty of quality substance. That is not the case with this issue. Civil War II #3 delivers the smallest bang for the buck that I have seen froma comic book in a long time.

Civil War II #4 is another poor read. It is stunning how little actual new content Bendis delivers to the reader with the issue. That is even further compounded by the fact that nothing much really happens at all and that we get zero action. This is a slow, boring and unappealing issue. And the fact that all of this comes with a ridiculous $5.00 cover price? Insane. There is no reason for any reader, other than die-hard Bendis fans, to spend their hard-earned money on Civil War II #4. If you love big events crammed full of interesting plot lines and plenty of action and adventure then definitely look elsewhere. There is nothing here in Civil War II #4 that will satisfy you.

The reader could easily skip Civil War II #6 and hop aboard for Civil War II #7 and not miss a thing at all. That is simply inexcusable for a $5.00 big event issue.

Convergence #7 delivered excitement and set the stage for a fantastic ending for this big event. It is too bad that we know this big event is going to end with a giant re-set button. And it is too bad this event was not that engaging for the first five issues. But, at least we are getting a wild action packed ending. Those of us who stuck with this event after the first five issue are getting paid for our loyalty.

Convergence #8 was a huge ending to this big event. DC delivered a wild ending that ushered in a new era in the DCU. For the first time since Flashpoint I actually feel cautiously optimistic about the direction DC is headed. Of course, this is DC that we are talking about so the chances of them screwing the pooch are still likely. Still, I am far more optimistic about DC after reading Convergence #8 than I was before reading this issue. Hopefully, Convergence #8 is just the start of DC offering readersan alternative to what we have been getting since the New 52 reboot.

This would be okay for a starting point if they found a way to make it different. I did not see anything new from this issue. And the last page revelation of Ripclaw (Image's version of Wolverine) only serves as a reminder of the lack of new ideas.

Cyborg #1 was a disappointing read. There are literally hundreds of super hero titles on the market each and every month. That means it is difficult for a new super hero title to stand out from the crowd and give the reader a reason to purchase it. Therefore, it is imperative that thewriter give the reader a reason to come back for more and to become interested and invested in the new super hero title. The fact is that Cyborg #1 does nothing at all to help itself to standout from the rest of the super hero titles that flood the market each month. There are so many super hero titles that offer a far superior read than Cyborg #1. I cannot recommend that anyone spend their hard-earned money on Cyborg #1. There are just too many other excellent super hero titles on the market that are more deserving of your money.

Dark Crisis: War Zone #1 was a mixed bag. That is to be expected with an issue comprised of five different eight-page stories. In the end, Dark Crisis: War Zone #1 costs a whopping $6.00. It is absolutely not at all worth the price of admission. This certainly feels like a cash grab. I would pass on this issue. There is nothing in Dark Crisis: War Zone #1 that is necessary to read in order to enjoy the main Dark Crisis event.

Overall: Death Metal #1 is a brilliant start to DC's newest big event. Scott Snyder comes out swinging as he delivers an issue that offers the reader everything they would want in the debut issue of a big event. Snyder rolls out a story that is focused on strong continuity work with a goal to reshape the entire DCU. There is something for everyone. Good action, quality character work, impressive world-building, and impeccable plotting. It looks like DC has another smash hit big event with Death Metal. Death Metal #1 is definitely worth your hard-earned money.

How DC pivots and proceeds forward from this moment is vital. This is a defining moment for DC Comics. They can either someone fill Johns' shoes and take his blueprint mapped out in DC Universe: Rebirth #1 in order to rebuild the company and their line of comics. Or, they will flounder without Johns and fail to follow his blueprint in DC Universe: Rebirth #1 and continue to lose dollar share and market share to Marvel on their slide to irrelevancy. The next couple of years should be interesting.

Deathstroke #10 is an enjoyable read. This issue offers up a great mix of fighting and violence. If you enjoy badass characters and lots of brawling then you definitely need to give Deathstroke a chance. I like the direction that this title is headed and I feel positive about the future of Deathstroke. This issue certainly delivered enough entertainment value to justify the cover price.

Dial H for Hero #1 is a fantastic start to this mini-series. This issue is easily the best offering from the Wonder Comics banner. Hopefully, the other Wonder Comics titles will learn something from Dial H for Hero #1 and tighten up their writing and offer better plotted and paced stories. I would absolutely recommend Dial H for Hero #1 to any reader regardless of age. This is a comic designed to appeal to anyone. After just a single issue I am ready for DC to make Dial H for Hero a regular ongoing monthly title rather than just a mini-series. Make it happen, DC!

I have high hopes for this big event. I think that DC may have a massive hit on their hands with Doomsday Clock. I will say that after just one issue, Doomsday Clock already blows away Marvel's last two big event in Civil War II and Secret Empire.

Doomsday Clock #3 was another excellent read. Johns and Frank are operating like a finely tuned machine with each of them complimenting each other perfectly. Doomsday Clock #3 offers a story that has the depth and texture that practically no other title from Marvel or DC can offer. If you enjoy stories that are dense reads that require multiple readings and are chock full of fine details then you absolutely need to pick up a copy of Doomsday #3. The re-readability and the amount of content in this issue makes Doomsday Clock #3 well worth your hard earned money.

However, Doomsday Clock #5 is an exception. Johns packs this issue with so much insane detail that the reader can easily read Doomsday Clock #5 multiple times and still pick up new clues and details. The fact that this issue is so incredibly dense is what makes Doomsday Clock #5 such good value for your money.

All in all, I would recommend that readers do not purchase Doomsday Clock in floppy format. If a writer is not interested in writing a comic with a monthly floppy format in mind then readers should not bother spending $5 every month for that comic. Instead, wait until Doomsday Clock #6 comes out in trade format. Buy it then. After all, trade format is what Johns is writing this story for anyway.

Having said that, Doomsday Clock #8 is still a lovingly crafted story. To be sure, Doomsday Clock is going to be a brilliant read when delivered in a collected format. Despite the few defects with Doomsday Clock #8, the fact remains that Doomsday Clock is still easily the best out of the five big events that DC and Marvel are currently publishing.

Overall: Doomsday Clock #10 is another beautifully written and drawn issue. It is obvious how Johns and Frank have poured their hearts and souls into this title. It is rare to see a comic book where the creative team has so clearly given their absolute best effort in every single page. If you still have not jumped aboard Doomsday Clock then you absolutely need to read this big event when it comes out in trade format.

Doomsday Clock #11 is another excellent read. Geoff Johns and Gary Frank deliver another intelligent read that immerses the reader into this world that celebrates the details of DC's continuity. The shipping schedule remains the only weakness of this title. I would definitely recommend buying Doomsday Clock when it comes out in trade format. It is absolutely worth the price of admission.

Earth 2 #6 was another poorly written issue. From plotting and pacing to character and dialogue there is not much to be found in this story that is worth your hard earned money. While I do love Scott's artwork, I simply cannot recommend spending $3.00 on Earth 2 #6. I definitely would not recommend Earth 2 #6 to any fans of the JSA in their prior incarnations. And I would not recommend it to newer readers who might be open to this radically different interpretation of the JSA. The simple fact is that it is not well written and there are far better titles on the market for new readers to try.

Earth-2 Society #1 was a disappointing read that failed to capture on the potential that Convergence offered DC. Wilson's story was simply average. This issue offered up nothing more than what DC was dishing out with the old New 52 Earth-2 title. If Convergence and the subsequent DCYOU campaign was designed to bring lapsed readers back into the fold then Earth-2 Society #1 certainly failed in that endeavor. I would recommend this issue only to readers who were already buying the old New 52 Earth-2 title.

Anyone who has read Action Comics or Year of the Villain #1 will be completely bored with this issue. Those readers can easily skip Event Leviathan #1. It is not worth the cover price. Those readers can simply hop aboard Event Leviathan #2 when the story actually begins.

Overall: Excalibur #1 is an ordinary read. Tini Howard turns in a pedestrian debut issue that does little to get the reader excited or interested in coming back for more. Keep in mind that Excalibur #1 is a $5.00 comic book. There is no way in the world that Excalibur #1 delivers enough content and quality of writing to warrant such an expensive price of admission. Readers are well served to spend their limited entertainment dollars elsewhere. I would only recommend Excalibur #1 to die-hard Tini Howard fans or die-hard fans of Betsy Braddock.

Extraordinary X-Men #1 is a strong debut issue. This comic should appeal equally to old and new readers. Lemire and Ramos kick this title off in style. If you like super hero team titles then I would certainly recommend giving Extraordinary X-Men #1 a try. This is a well crafted issue that is more than worth the price of admission.

Overall: Fallen Angels #1 was a boring debut issue. This issue is completely forgettable the second the reader finishes this issue. Hill does nothing to distinguish Fallen Angels #1 from the numerous superhero titles already on the market. The cost of entry is $5.00 for Fallen Angels #1. That is a price too high for a title that is average at best.

Fantastic Four #587 was a cheap gimmick and nothing more. This issue completely failed to live up the high standard that Hickman has set over the course of his run on this title. The story read like an editorial mandated gimmick rather than an interesting, intelligent and creative plot direction by Hickman. Personally, I have found Hickman's Fantastic Four to be the best Marvel title. That is why it is so disappointing to see such a feeble effort with this issue.

I would only recommend Fantastic Four #1 to die-hard Fantastic Four fans. For everyone else? Just hope aboard with Fantastic Four #2. Yeah, you will miss the brilliant two page scene where Ben proposes to Alicia. But, I cannot justify telling people to spend $6.00 for two pages of content. Other than those two pages, readers will miss absolutely nothing at all by skipping Fantastic Four #1. instead, hop aboard with Fantastic Four #2 which promises to be the true debut issue of this new title.

Recommended to fans of E.C. comics and to readers looking for something different.

The lack of substance to the story combined with the paucity of plot progression and slow pace combine to create a rather unpalatable reading experience. The fact is that Fear Itself #2 is 100% pure fluff. Readers who prefer some actual plot progression and content will be disappointed with Fear Itself #2. Readers who crave some depth and substance to their comics will also be disappointed with Fear Itself #2. I see no reason at all why anyone should waste $4.00 of their hard earned money on this issue. At this point, Fear Itself lacks any content and is nothing more than a shallow cash grabbing move by Marvel.

So, is Fear Itself #3 worth the cover price of $4.00? No. Not by any stretch of the imagination. The story is unintelligent and lacks any substance. Most readers would feel unsatisfied and disappointed with spending $4.00 for this issue. Do not get caught up in the big event hype. I would recommend avoiding the colossal waste of time and money known as Fear Itself. There are plenty of other titles on the market that are far more worthy of your hard earned money.

Despite how much I enjoyed Pacheco's Night Nurse story, I simply cannot recommend that any reader spend $5.00 for just a twelve-page story. That makes no sense. There are tons of female super-hero titles currently on the market, most published by DC Comics, that are far more worth your hard-earned money.

Hester and Kuhn have crafted a fascinating story. The adventure of the half human, half monster Duncan are very well done. Duncan's thoughts and actions are realistic for a teenage boy. He tries to make the best of a bad situation. I am definitely on board for future issues.

First Wave #1 was a good debut issue to this min-series. I would recommend this issue to any fans of the old pulp comic stories of the 1930s. I would also recommend First Wave #1 to readers who like complex and dense readers that require some effort on the readers part to try and put the various pieces of the story together. First Wave #1 certainly presents to the reader a much different type of story than the average super hero comic book that is currently being published brings to the table.

Flash #1 was a fresh start for this franchise that has had nothing but turbulence ever since Johns left the title after Flash #225 in 2005. Since then the franchise declined with the disastrous Flash Fastest Man Alive title featuring Bart Allen as the Flash for an entire thirteen issues before DC pulled the plug on that experiment. The regular Flash title then resumed but was a sub-par read until it was finally cancelled with issue #247 last year.

Flash #4 was a wonderful read. At this point, Flash and Legion of Super Heroes are the two DC titles that I am enjoying the most. I strongly recommend giving Flash a try. This is a well crafted super hero story that offers the reader some enjoyable escapist entertainment. Flash #4 is more than worth the cover price.

The Flash #44 was an average read. There are some nice aspects to this issue, but I cannot recommend spending $4.00 for this title. This is a great example of how the rising cost of comics can turn away readers. At $2.00, I would be more likely to recommend giving The Flash #44 a try. But at $4.00? No. I expect a higher quality of writing and a better reading experience once I start shelling out $4.00 for a comic book. On top of that, I am not sure any other readers other than loyal Flash fans would find the story in Flash #44 all that interesting.

Overall: The Flash #33 was a fun read. I would definitely recommend this issue to readers who enjoy super hero comics that focus mainly on action and adventure with the primary goal of entertaining the reader. I would certainly recommend this issue to any readers who have hopped about the Dark Knights: Metal title. This is an enjoyable tie-in issue that will flesh out and add some depth to what is already going on over in the Dark Knights: Metal title.

Overall: The Flash #34 was an average read. There is not much in this issue that would make me recommend that readers run out to their local comic shop and purchase this issue. I would only recommend The Flash #34 to die-hard Flash fans. For everyone, there are plenty of DC mainstream super hero titles that are on the market that offer a far superior bang for your buck.

Overall: The Flash #40 was a solid issue. Williamson continues to display a real knack for the Flash franchise. The true impact of The Flash #40 will not be realized until the events of Flash War have played themselves out. Having said that, Williamson has made The Flash a quality super hero title that is well worth the cover price. If you like classic super hero titles then you absolutely need to start reading The Flash.

Overall: The Flash #42 is another strong read. Williamson continues to impress with this title. The Flash has become one of DC's better and most consistently good reads on the market. Williamson is setting the stage for what should be an excellent big event story in Flash Wars.

Flash Rebirth #6 was consistent with what we have been given on this title since the first issue. I am just glad that this story is over so we can move onto the new Flash monthly title. Despite all the problems with Flash Rebirth, I still remain extremely confident that Johns is going to crank out a quality read with the new Flash monthly titles. If you skipped Flash Rebirth, or dropped it, and are planning on getting the new Flash title then I recommend you pick up Flash Rebirth #6 for all the preview pages. This issue serves as a nice little appetizer to the new Flash monthly.

Overall: Flash Rebirth #1 was an issue that has followed up on Rebirth #1 far more than any subsequent title with the Rebirth banner on the cover. Flash Rebirth #1 is new reader friendly and is absolutely a fantastic hopping on point if you are new to this title. If you have ever been interested in checking out the Flash then Flash Rebirth #1 is a perfect issue to start. I would recommend this issue for new readers. For long-time readers or even relatively recent readers? I would pass on Flash Rebirth #1. Nothing new of any real substance occurs in this issue at all.

Future Imperfect #1 is another excellent Secret Wars tie-in issue. If you like classic super hero romps then definitely check this title out. You will get treated to an excellent blend of action, adventure and humor. This is a fun issue and is worth the cover price.

Overall: Generations " Banner Hulk Totally Awesome Hulk #1 was an enjoyable read that did not accomplish anything at all that Marvel was attempting to accomplish with this issue. Despite the various positive aspects of this issue, this is still a hard comic to recommend to readers. The main reason is the whopping $4.99 cover price. That is way too much to pay for any comic that does not deliver a superlative story. This issue was fun but it most definitely does not read like a $4.99 comic. I would only recommend Generations " Banner Hulk Totally Awesome Hulk #1 to die-hard Bruce Banner fans who miss his character and want to see the real Hulk in action once again.

Green Arrow #42 is marred by flawed and undeveloped writing. This issue reads like it was written by a student in a creative writing course in undergraduate school. However, Zircher's artwork is so enjoyable that it alone almost makes this issue worth the price of admission. Still, I have a hard time ever recommending a comic book based on the artwork alone. In the end, Green Arrow #42 is such a dull and unoriginal read that I simply cannot recommend that anyone spend their hard earned money on this issue.

Green Lantern #50 was an entertaining Blackest Night tie-in issue. Is this issue worth purchasing? If you are interested in seeing the return of Hal Jordan as Parallax then, yes, run out and get this issue. I would also recommend this issue to action fans who just cannot get enough zombie action and love seeing the Rainbow Raiders in action.

Green Lantern #51 was an incredibly exciting read. Johns serves up an issue that delivers a well-plotted story, plenty of substance as well as a fair amount of action. I would imagine that most readers who are following Blackest Night will enjoy Green Lantern #51. I would certainly recommend getting Green Lantern #51.

Green Lantern #52 was entertaining and provided for some nice character growth for John Stewart and a good resolution with the plotline involving Black Lantern Xanshi. While the reader does get the story of the creation of the universe, it is not a terribly complex story nor is it anything that different from what Johns had already hinted at in previous Blackest Night related issues. Therefore, readers do not have to read Green Lantern #52 at all in order to enjoy Blackest Night #8.

Green Lantern #53 was a well-crafted teaser issue that succeeded in selling me on the Brightest Day storylines for all of the Green Lantern titles. This issue is a great jumping on point for new readers. Green Lantern has been an excellent mix of Sci-Fi and super hero action ever since Johns took over the reigns of this title. I have a good feeling that the future for the Green Lantern franchise remains extremely bright.

Overall: Green Lantern #43 was a solid issue that was sadly brought down a few notches by being too decompressed. If Venditti can tighten up his plotting and pacing then Green Lantern would be a quality comic book that would be worth reading. However, it is hard to justify spending $4.oo on a single issue that offers so little plot progression. Readers could easily skip Green Lantern #43 and pick up the next issue and not miss too much at all. Green Lantern certainly has lots of potential. I will keep this title on my radar.

Overall: The Green Lantern #1 was an excellent read. Morrison delivers an issue that is wonderfully complex and dense with so many intricate plot lines. There is something for nearly any type of reader on this title. Readers who prefer complex reads will enjoy this issue just as much as readers who prefect action and adventure. The Green Lantern #1 absolutely offers a ton of content for your money. I have a good feeling that The Green Lantern is going to be a special DC comic book.

Green Lantern Corps #44 was another fun read. This title continues to give me more entertainment value than either Blackest Night or Green Lantern. I would strongly recommend Green Lanterns Corps #44 to Science Fiction fans and to action adventure fans. Tomasi certainly has demonstrated the ability to write incredibly large-scale cosmic battles. Green Lantern Corps #44 is not necessary at all for readers who are only following Blackest Night itself. However, this title does help make Blackest Night more of a cosmic war than just a small Earthbound DCU event.

Green Lantern Corps #45 was the weakest issue that we have gotten from Tomasi in quite a long time on this title. I would certainly recommend this issue to fans of Guy Gardner. However, readers who are simply following Blackest Night do not need to bother buying this Blackest Night tie-in issue. Absolutely nothing happens of real importance in this issue. Simply pick up Blackest Night #7 and you will be just fine.

Green Lantern Corps #46 was enjoyable popcorn for the brain. While there is not much depth to this issue, Green Lantern Corps #46 still offers the reader a pretty looking issue that is a fast paced and action packed read. I would suspect that most readers who have been following Blackest Night will enjoy this issue. However, you certainly do not need to read Green Lantern Corps #46 in order to enjoy Blackest Night #8.

Green Lantern Corps #56 should appeal to readers who like lots of action and are not too concerned with the depth of story or plot development. This issue is attractive to the eye and does offer up some popcorn for the brain in terms of entertainment value. However, for everyone else out there I would recommend passing on Green Lantern Corps #56. This issue simply does not offer enough content or value to justify the $3.00 price of admission.

Green Lantern Emerald Warriors #1 was a good debut issue. This issue was certainly worth the $3.99 cover price. Fans of Tomasis Green Lantern Corps are sure to enjoy this issue. Fans of Blackest Night will also enjoy Green Lantern Emerald Warriors #1. I would certainly recommend this issue to readers who like either super hero stories or Sci-Fi stories. This is a quality read that delivers a satisfying and polished product.

Guardians of the Galaxy #0.1 was a good read and a great new start for this franchise. Bendis is like the Baltimore Ravens in the Super Bowl. He started off stinking up the joint before suddenly pulling off an unexpected turnaround and delivering an awesome read after a slow start. Bendis won my confidence with this issue. I have faith that Bendis has a good plan in store for this franchise and will be leading them in the right direction under the MarvelNOW initiative.

Guardians of the Galaxy is a title that has tons of potential. If Cates can get this roster to mesh and work successfully together and then give the reader something a bit fresher to deal with than Thanos then I think Guardians of the Galaxy will turn out to be a blast to read.

Hawkeye and Mockingbird #3 was a blast to read. This issue delivers fun super-hero action and adventure like no other title currently on the market. Readers who like super hero titles should run, not walk, to their nearest Local Comic Book Shop and pick up a copy of this issue. Hawkeye and Mockingbird #3 is an incredible value at just $2.99. This title is superior to many titles with a cover price of $3.99. Readers will definitely get the best bang for their buck with Hawkeye and Mockingbird.

Hawkeye: Freefall #1 is a flawed read. There are far too many defects in this issue that prevent this issue being worth the cover price. I would only recommend Hawkeye: Freefall #1 to fans who loved Fraction's Hawkeye. For everyone else? There are way too many other superhero titles on the market that are far and away more worthy of your entertainment dollars.

Once again, DC rolls out another comic book whose number one focus is to entertain the reader. You cannot ask for anything more than that from a mainstream super hero comic. Hawkman #1 is absolutely worth the price of admission and it definitely deserves strong reader support.

If you enjoy mainstream super hero comics then you must give Hawkman a try. Hawkman presents the reader with classic super hero themes wrapped up in intelligent writing and kick ass action.

Hopefully, King can turn this story around in quick order. We still have eight issues remaining. King is certainly talented enough to rebound from a surprisingly bad start and deliver a quality story. However, Heroes In Crisis #1 does not fill me with confidence that we have a quality story headed our way with the remaining issues.

At this point, I would not recommend spending your hard-earned money for Heroes in Crisis. This story is probably going to be a more enjoyable read in trade paperback format.

Three issues is a fair sample amount for a nine issue mini-series in order to render a relatively good predication on the remainder of this story. King would have to suddenly create far more depth to the story, focus his plotting, pick up the pace and deliver more compelling character work for Heroes in Crisis to turn the tide and become a quality “big event.”

Overall: Heroes in Crisis #4 is another lifeless issue. King's story is shallow and thin delivered in a painfully decompressed manner. I have no idea why anyone other than the most die-hard Tom King fans would bother wasting their hard-earned money on Heroes in Crisis. I would strongly recommend saving your money for much higher quality big event stories like what Geoff Johns is delivering over on Doomsday Clock.

I would only recommend Heroes in Crisis #5 to the most die-hard Tom King fans. Everyone else should skip this issue. In fact, this story is so dull and lacking in content and plot progression that I do not even think it will be a good read in trade format.

DC is swindling readers out of $4 of their hard earned money in return for an issue consisting of nothing at all. There is absolutely zero reason for any ready to fork over their money for Heroes in Crisis #6. I would only recommend this issue to the most die-hard Tom King fans. For everyone else, steer well clear of this issue.

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There is absolutely no reason why any reader should ever waste a penny of their hard-earned money on Heroes in Crisis #8. This entire big event has been a sad waste of time and money on both the part of DC Comics and the reader.

Overall: Heroes in Crisis #9 was a complete fail. King ends this big event with a massive face-plant. DC should be embarrassed that they ever green-lit Heroes in Crisis in the first place. It is obvious that King had a little passion project that had enough content for a four issue mini-series and that is it. Either DC's editorial or King decided that this big event needed to be nine issues long. It clearly did not. On top of that, King then put out a story of low quality. Heroes in Crisis easily grabs the crown as DC's worst big event of all time.

If you hate decompressed comic books then you will love Secret Wars House of M #2! This issue is the cure to your decompression blues. This issue packs in a ton of content and delivers a satisfying read that places an emphasis on fun and adventure. This is definitely a title that is worth checking out. You will get your money's worth with this issue.

If you have never read an X-Men comic before due to the ridiculously convoluted continuity then do not fear. I highly encourage you to hop aboard House of X #1. If you are a lapsed X-Men reader then I definitely encourage you to give House of X #1 a try. Hickman has something special in store for readers with his plans for the X-Men franchise.

House of X #2 is another excellent read. Jonathan Hickman is like a master chef meticulously crafting an exquisite and sumptuous meal from the finest ingredients. There is not a single superhero comic book on the market that can match the world-building, complexity, and immersion that Hickman is delivering with his work on the X-Men franchise. What makes it even better is Hickman is able to make his story appealing to long-time readers while still remaining very new reader-friendly. If you still have not given Hickman's X-Men a try then you must go to your local comic shop and start reading both House of X and Powers of X.

House of X #3 is an absolute joy to read. Jonathan Hickman continues to mesmerize with his exquisitely crafted story. There simply is not another superhero title on the market that offers the reader a better value for their dollar than Hickman's X-Men. If you like super-hero comic books then you absolutely need to go out and support House of X and Powers of X. Titles written this well deserve strong reader support.

Overall: House of X #4 is another phenomenal read. Jonathan Hickman is treating readers to a level of writing that is simply not found in other mainstream super-hero comic books. House of X #4 is absolutely worth every penny of its cover price. If you like super-hero comic books then you definitely need to start reading Hickman's House of X and Powers of X. If you are a lapsed X-Men fan then now is the time for you to hop aboard Hickman's story. You will not be disappointed.

Overall: House of X #5 is another amazing read. Hickman is driving this story toward what is sure to be a spectacular ending. I have not been this excited about a Marvel comic book in years. I have not been this excited about an X-Men comic in decades. House of X #5 is worth every penny of the cover price. If you love superhero comic books then you need to be reading Hickman's X-Men.

Mark Waid is so much better than what he is giving us on Incorruptible. This title does have potential. The opening story arc proved that point. Waid has an interesting character with Max Damage. I will be curious to see if Waid can do anything with Max and turn this title around. At this point, I would recommend passing on Incorruptible and spending your hard earned money on Irredeemable.

Incredible Hulk #606 was an entertaining read. Honestly, I had low expectations for this issue and did not expect for this story to hook me. I was incorrect. Pak delivered a balanced read that should appeal to a wide ranger of readers. Now, I have not read any of the other Fall of the Hulk issues, and I have not been a fan of Jeph Loeb since he came over to Marvel. Therefore, I am hesitant to recommend Fall of the Hulks as a whole. However, I can say that Incredible Hulk #606 was a good straight up super hero story. I will definitely come back for the next issue of Incredible Hulk.

Incredible Hulk #8 was a miss with me. I feel good in my decision to avoid this title. I would only recommend The Incredible Hulk #8 to big action fans or to die-hard fans of Aaron and Dillon. Outside of those readers, I do not think that this issue offers up enough quality in order to justify the popular character tax in the $4 cover price. Save your money and use it on some of the other titles on the market that are far more worth it. Some of them even at a cheaper price than $4, too.

Incredible Hulk #8 was a miss with me. I feel good in my decision to avoid this title. I would only recommend The Incredible Hulk #8 to big action fans or to die-hard fans of Aaron and Dillon. Outside of those readers, I do not think that this issue offers up enough quality in order to justify the popular character tax in the $4 cover price. Save your money and use it on some of the other titles on the market that are far more worth it. Some of them even at a cheaper price than $4, too.

Overall: Infinite Frontier #0 is an excellent read. This issue successfully sets the stage for this new direction for the DCU. The reader gets treated to multiple quality teaser stories for the new directions for the various DC franchises. This issue also does an excellent job kicking off the new big event in Infinite Frontier that starts in July of 2021. I am all in on Infinite Frontier and this new direction for the DCU. I would definitely recommend checking out Infinite Frontier #0.

Infinity #2 is another intelligent read. Hickman is an impressive wordsmith who is up there with the likes of Grant Morrison. There are few comic book writers writing for Marvel or DC that I would place in that category. Of course, Infinity is not for everyone. Readers who prefer linear reads that are easy to consume and veer more to cotton cnady for the brain will probably not be enamored with Hickman's big event. Also, this is not a big event that can be enjoyed by only reading the core Infinty mini-series. Both Avengers and New Avengers are required reading. However, if you enjoy a big event with an epic scope and a grand scale along with a story that is complex and truly engages the reader's mind then Infinity is certainly worth giving a try.

I would recommend this issue to long-time and new readers alike. Duggan's writing is strong and this issue will certainly get readers excited for Infinity Countdown.

I would only recommend Invincible Iron Man #3 to older comic book readers who are die-hard Bendis fans. The average comic book reader will find this issue to be shallow, uninteresting and most certainly not worth the $4 cover price.

Iron Man #1 was a well crafted debut issue. I am so impressed how new reader friendly Gillen made this issue. This is something that is not found that often in Marvel or DC comics. And what is equally impressive is that Gillen remains true to Iron Man's core character traits and values in the process. This issue is proof that massive trashing of a characters established history and personality is not necessary at all when refreshing a title and making it new reader friendly. Another lesson that could be learned by the distinguished competition.

JSA All-Stars #3 is an incredibly generic super hero read. It is not a bad read. It simply is nothing out of the ordinary. Nothing about JSA All-Stars #3 sets itself apart from the tons of other super hero titles on the market. I cannot recommend spending your hard earned money on a completely average title like JSA All-Stars. There are so many better super hero team titles on the market that are more deserving of your money. I would only recommend JSA All-Stars #3 to die-hard JSA fans.

Justice League #1 was a failure as a debut issue of a new team title and a failure as the debut of the DC Re-launch. DC simply overpromised and under delivered with the flagship title of the DCnU. As the flagship title and the banner holder for the DCnU, Justice League #1 had a heavy burden and it simply failed to live up to its mission or the hype surrounding its midnight release.

Justice League #4 certainly is skewed for a younger audience. Which is not entirely a bad thing. Not ever title needs to be written for a long time reader like myself. I would imagine that boys between the ages of 10 to 17 will find Justice League to be immensely entertaining. Everyone else? Not so much.

Justice League #43 was an excellent read from start to finish. Johns treats the reader to an issue that has something for everyone. Great character work, engaging dialogue, entertaining action and adventure all wrapped up in some gorgeous artwork by Fabok. If you like super hero comic books then run out and buy Justice League #43. Johns is delivering a classic super hero epic that will appeal to readers both young and old.

Justice League #44 is a fantastic read that delivers a story in a grand and epic fashion. This is the type of larger-than-life super hero action and adventure that makes comic books so much fun. I cannot recommend Justice League #44 enough. You need to give this title a try. At the very least, get this story arc when it is released in trade format. Justice League #44 continues to be one of the few mainstream super hero titles that is worth every penny of its cover price.

Overall: Justice League #46 is another fantastic read. What Johns continues to deliver on this title is exactly what super hero comic books should be all about. Grand stories of action and adventure. Modern day mythology crammed full of the gods and heroes of our time. Darkseid War is fun. Pure and simple. Johns fully understands the original intent of mainstream super hero comics which seems to get lost on many writers these days. If you crave fun, excitement and pure escapism then you will want to pick up what Justice League #46 is putting down.

Overall: To be sure, Justice League #47 suffers from pacing issues that made it not up to the same level as the previous issues in The Darkseid War story arc. But, this issue is still a solid read as Johns is still delivering a compelling and intriguing story. And Fabok's artwork makes this issue an absolute treat.

Justice League #48 continues to be an unabashedly grand and epic super hero tale.Justice League #48 is another engrossing read. Johns pulls the reader deeply into the story and captivates their attention. This is an issue that is easy to get lost in. If you love the super hero genre and love when a writer embraces the genre for all of its strengths then you have to read the Darkseid War.

Justice League #1 does provide that fun summer blockbuster vibe. Yes, this issue does have numerous weaknesses. However, it does a goodjob at delivering straight up classic super hero action and adventure. Better than many of the comic books that are currently masquerading as super hero comics. And, you get the further bonus of the cover price only being $2.99. Yeah, that is still not a cheap price tag. But in a market where comics are routinely being placed at the $5.00 mark having to only pay $2.99 for the price of admission is quite enjoyable.

Overall: Justice League #22 is an absolute blast to read from start to finish. Fontana succeeds in tapping into that old classic JLA feel with this issue. This is a tightly plotted and paced issue that puts an emphasis on fun. The reader gets treated with an issue that has great artwork and a classic super hero story. Justice League #22 is certainly worth the price of admission.

Justice League #27 is a solid but certainly not spectacular read. The $2.99 cover price makes the lack of any substantial plot progression a little less irritating than when it is a $3.99 or #4.99 Marvel comic book. However, the lack of depth to the story and the lack of real plot progression make this issue tough to completely recommend. If you like character drive stories then definitely pick up Justice League #27. However, if you demand a fair amount of action and adventure in your stories then you might not find Justice League #27 worth the price of admission.

Overall: Justice League #28 is an issue that will appeal to readers who like quality character work and dialogue. However, the slow pacing, lack of plot progression and absence of action make it hard for me to recommend that readers spend their hard earned money on this issue.

Overall: Justice League #29 was an enjoyable read. Hitch delivers an issues that treats the reader to an excellent combination of strong character work, good dialogue and exciting action. Justice League #29 delivers exactly what I expect from a mainstream super hero comic. This story arc keeps getting better with each issue. The reader certainly gets their money's worth with this issue.

For readers who have already read Justice League #1"4? Skip this issue. You will be able to pick up Justice League #6 and literally miss nothing.

Overall: Justice League #8 is a well written issue. Readers who have been enjoying Snyder's story will enjoy the extra layers that Tynion brings with this issue. Readers who like a slower paced and more cerebral read with good character work will also enjoy this issue. However, readers who prefer lots of plot progression will be sorely disappointed with this issue. As will action junkies who like plenty of excitement and fighting in their comics.

On the other hand, readers who like action? You might want to pass on this issue. In addition, readers who prefer lots of plot progression might want to pass on Justice League #9, too. The fact is that the reader can easily skip Justice League #9 and pick up Justice League #10 and absolutely not miss anything at all. Seriously. This issue is that skippable.

Overall: Justice League #10 is an excellent read. Snyder has picked the intensity up on the title with the debut of the Drowned Earth event. Drowned Earth looks like it is going to be an absolute blast. Justice League is still the best super hero title on the market right now. If you like well plotted and complex stories with plenty of fun super-hero action and adventure then you definitely need to start reading Justice League.

Justice League #15 is another quality read. This title continues to be one of the best mainstream super hero titles on the market. Period. Snyder and Tynion are weaving an incredible tale that is sure to become a classic years from now. This is a comic that is worth your hard-earned money.

Justice League #16 delivers just the right mix of dialogue heavy scenes and action. This issue will appeal to fans who like action as well as fans who desire character driven stories. This title continues to be DC's crown jewel. Justice League #16 is worth every penny of its cover price. If you still have not hoped aboard this title then you need to do so immediately.

Justice League #17 was a huge issue. Snyder continues to amaze me with his work on this title. At this point, Snyder is putting on a clinic and demonstrating why he is the best comic book writer at the present. I would definitely recommend hoping aboard Justice League if you still have not started reading this title. Justice League continues to set the standard for mainstream super hero titles.

However, for readers who have been aboard this train since Justice League – No Justice, Justice League #18 is an issue that you should definitely skip. There is no new content at all and it is simply not worth the $4.00 cover price.

Overall: Justice League #20 is another strong issue. Snyder continues to make Justice League DC's must read title. Jimenez is a nice addition to the stable of artists who have served on this title during Snyder's run. If you like epic super hero adventures then you should definitelypurchase a copy of Justice League #20. This title has been worth the price of admission each and every month.

Justice League #22 treats the reader with some phenomenal world building. If you are a fan of continuity and mythos then Justice League #22 is your kind of issue. No doubt about it. I adored how Tynion handled DC's new origin for the Multiverse. This issue delivers some brilliant writing in the form of such a wonderfully detailed and carefully crafted story. DC's Multiverse has never been better.

Justice League #23 is another excellent read. Scott Snyder continues to deliver one gem after another with this title. This issue treats the reader to classic super hero action and adventure with the quality and depth of writing that is not found on many mainstream super hero titles. This comic continues to be well worth the price of admission.

Justice League #24 is another excellent read. Snyder keeps this wild train ride rolling along with an issue that delivers a balanced read that should appeal to a large cross-section of readers. Justice League is one of those rare titles that is almost always worth the price of admission. It is this level of sustained excellence that makes this title such a unique comic book.

Justice League #25 is another excellent read. Snyder and Tynion conclude the 6th Dimension story arc and then nicely set the table for Year of the Villain. I am looking forward to Justice League in the oncoming months as this title is certainly going to become a "big event" title. This is a great time to hop aboard Justice League if you still have not given this title a try.

Justice League #29 was another excellent read. This issue has so much heart and soul. If you are a fan of Jarro then you absolutely must get this issue. If you are a new reader and are thinking about hopping aboard Justice League then you definitely need to get this issue. For long-time readers who are not a fan of Jarro? You guys can easily skip this issue.

I would definitely recommend Justice League #30 to any new readers. If Year of the Villain has made you interested in hopping aboard Justice League then Justice League #30 is the perfect issue to do so! This issue is clearly written specifically in mind for new readers.

Justice League #31 was an absolute blast to read. It has action, adventure, stunning surprises, wild Sci-Fi concepts, crazy super-hero plot-lines, and strong character work that is all wrapped up in an entertaining story. Seriously, I have no idea what a person could want more from a super-hero comic book than what Justice League #31 delivers. This issue is just pure unadulterated fun. And that is what super-hero comic books are all about. If you still have not hopped aboard Justice League then you absolutely must do so immediately. This is a title that is always worth the cover price.

Overall: Justice League #34 is another excellent read. Snyder and Tynion continue to make Justice League the most fun and exciting superhero comic books currently on the market. If you are a fan of classic superhero stories then I would definitely recommend jumping aboard Justice League. I would also urge any fans of DC's Multiverse to give Justice League a try, too.

Overall: Justice League #36 is a blast to read. Scott Snyder continues to make each issue of the Justice League all about fun. If you love the superhero genre and larger than life concepts then you must hop aboard Justice League. There are few titles that embrace the insanity and full potential of the superhero genre like Justice League.

Justice League #37 is another entertaining read. Scott Snyder is about to take this story to another level as we head to the massive final conflict in the Justice/Doom war. If you have not hopped aboard this title then you definitely should do so. Justice League remains the gold standard for superhero team titles.

I am definitely sad to see Scott Snyder leave the pages of the Justice League. Snyder's Justice League has immediately become my favorite run on the Justice League. Period. However, I am full of hope that Robert Venditti is poised and primed to deliver an entertaining Justice League as well.

Yes, Scott Snyder will be missed. But, the Justice League is in very capable hands with Venditti at the helm. If you were thinking of dropping Justice League with the departure of Snyder then I would urge you to give Justice League #40 a try. This title is well worth your money.

I definitely would not recommend spending $5.99 for such a shallow story that lacks any creativity or passion. Keep your money in your wallet for something far more worth it. I mean, for just $4.00 more you can get an entire month of HBOMax! That is a way better bang for your entertainment dollar!

Justice League of America #3 is an issue that has a cool plot and some neat ideasbut Hitch's technical writing skills are so lacking that we never get to enjoy the full potential of this story. I love this roster of characters in all of their classic glory. And I want so badly to recommend this title. But, given the expensive cover price and the numerous other superior super hero comics currently being published I just cannot recommend spending your money for this issue. Hitch's Justice League of America may be a comic that is better served reading in trade format if at all.

Overall: Justice League of America #12 was an ordinary read. But, the fact that the cover price is just $2.99 helps soften the blow. I do think that this story arc has plenty of potential. And I am certainly aboard for this entire story arc. Still, I would only recommend this issue to die-hard Justice League of America and/or Ray Palmer fans.

Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong #1 was a blast to read. Buccellato delivers a compressed story that perfectly blends world-building with character work and action-heavy scenes.

Justice League vs. The Legion of Super-Heroes #1 is the Nilla Wafers of comic books. It offers you nothing more than a bland taste and empty calories. There is nothing in Justice League vs. The Legion of Super-Heroes #1 that will appeal to Legion fans. There is also nothing in this issue that will appeal to Justice League fans. Those fans need to know that the Justice League is barely even in this issue. There is also nothing in this issue that will appeal to general comic book readers who are not fans of the Legion or the Justice League. Those readers can find far more interesting and unique superhero titles on the market to read. There is no way I would recommend that anyone spend their hard-earned money for Justice League vs. The Legion of Super-Heroes #1.

Justice League: No Justice #1 is a fantastic start to this mini-series. Snyder and company have more than exceeded my expectations. I firmly believe that we are in store for a real gem of a super hero romp with Justice League: No Justice #1. Snyder and company are treating the reader to a wildly imaginative and fun super hero tale. This is exactly what super hero comics should be all about. Justice League: No Justice #1 is absolutely worthy of your hard earned money.

Justice League: No Justice #2 is another strong read. Snyder, Tynion, and Williamson are white-hot at the moment and are delivering an epic super hero story. Francis Manapul is equally on the top of his game and is bringing this story to life in a gorgeous fashion. If you love the DCU then I urge you to pick up Justice League " No Justice. Hell, if you have a pulse and like reading super hero comic books then you need to run to your local comic book store and pick up a copy of Justice League " No Justice #2. This is a comic that is absolutely worth the price of admission.

Justice League " No Justice #3 is another entertaining chapter of this excellent epic tale. Any reader who enjoys super hero comics is going to love this story. There are few comic books on the market that are worth the increasingly expensive cover prices that fans are being charged these days. Justice League " No Justice is definitely one of them. If you still have no hopped aboard the train for Justice League " No Justice then definitely get it when it comes out in trade format.

I believe that any comic book reader who is simply a fan of the DCU will enjoy what Johns is doing for the Justice Society of America.

Legion of Super Heroes #1 was a fantastic read. Levitz blew me away with an incredibly strong debut issue to this new title. I strongly urge readers to give this title a try. Legion of Super Heroes #1 offers the biggest bang for the buck that you can find on the market. Seriously. The amount of content and the sheer entertainment value of this issue cannot be matched by most comic books currently being published. The reader will be more than satisfied with the dense and entertaining story and will certainly feel that they got their moneys worth for this issue.

Legion of Super Heroes #8 was another fun read. Levitz continues to impress with his hard work on this title. If you are looking for a classic super hero team title then I highly recommend giving Legion of Super Heroes a try. This title combines quality action, strong plotting and solid character work all into one enjoyable package.

Unfortunately, I can only recommend Legion of Super-Heroes #1 to loyal Legion fans and to die-hard Bendis fans. I just do not see where this issue does enough to distinguish itself from the myriad of super-hero titles already cluttering the market.

And Legion of Super-Heroes fans? You can skip this issue for sure. Do not feel pressured into buying it just because "Legion of Super-Heroes" appears on the cover. There is nothing about this issue that requires you to read it at all.

Honestly, if you want to read an excellent Legion of Super-Heroes-style comic then go purchase Jonathan Hickman's X-Men and some of the X-Men franchise titles like X-Force and New Mutants. What Hickman is doing with the X-Men franchise is really just a Legion story. Hickman is delivering a detailed and complex story that is set in a detailed universe. Hickman is juggling numerous plot lines and a huge roster of characters with excellent chemistry. You know, maybe DC should just reach out to Hickman and see if he would be willing to take over the Legion of Super-Heroes franchise.

I have no idea at all who Legion of Super-Heroes #3 would appeal to. Long-time fans are sure to be disappointed with this issue. New readers will be bored and uninterested in this issue. The Legion comes across as so lame and dull that I doubt many new readers will be excited by what Bendis has to offer in this issue.The Legion of Super-Heroes is still lacking a unique identity and a mission statement. Bendis has failed to tell the reader why they need to add this title to their pull list. There is nothing about the Legion of Super-Heroes that separates itself from all of the other superhero comic books flooding the market.Readers are much better off spending their money on the numerous other superhero team titles that are currently on the market.

If you like zero character work, a story as thin as rice paper, zero plot lines and no plot progression all wrapped up in a bunch of dad jokes then Legion of Super-Heroes #4 is the comic for you. For everyone else? Avoid Legion of Super-Heroes #4. There is literally nothing in this issue that would even be worth a .25 cent cover price let alone a $4.00 cover price.

Overall: Legion of Super-Heroes #5 continues the depressing death spiral of this new title. Bendis clearly is out of his comfort zone and has no plans for success with this franchise. I have no idea who would find Bendis' Fourboot Legion interesting. This issue is not going to appeal to Bendis fans at all. It is too boring and simply does not deliver the kind of story that Bendis fans like. This issue is also not going to appeal to Legion fans. At this point, the Fourboot Legion is an answer to a question no one was asking.

Lobo #10 is a read that simply does not deliver the type of satisfying read that justifies the price of admission. Fair or not, given the ever-increasing price of comics, it is expected for readers to begin increasing their standards as to what is an acceptable amount of content for their dollar. While back in the day, an issue like Lobo #10 would have been acceptable when the cover price for a comic was just .75. But, not these days. If I plunk down $3.00 then I expect a comic book that offers a reading experience that lasts more than five minutes and has enough depth and substance for me to feel satisfied when I reach the end of the issue. There is just no way I can recommend Lobo #10 to anyone outside of die-hard Lobo fans or die-hard fighting fans.

Marauders #1 is a disappointing read. The basic concept for this new team is cool. But, the quality of writing and execution of the concept is poor. Marauders #1 is also a comic that comes with a heavy cover price of $5.00. There is simply no way I can recommend readers drop that kind of entertainment dollar for Marauders #1. $5.00 will nearly pay for one month of the new Disney+ streaming service! There are far better ways to spend your entertainment dollar. And there are so many other superhero titles currently on the market that are way more worth your hard-earned dollar.

Overall: Marauders #2 was another poorly written and executed read. I have no idea what the point and purpose of Marauders is supposed to be. I have no idea what reader Duggan is trying to target with this title. I do know that Marauders #2 is definitely not with the expensive $4.99 cover price. There are so many far superior team titles being offered by Marvel and DC that are far more worth your hard-earned money.

Martian Manhunter #1 is technically a well crafted debut issue. And I do think that this issue will appeal to many readers. Williams does deliver a high quality product with this issue. If only DC's editorially mandated direction with J'onn's character didn't taint the product. It would be great to see this title break free from the New 52 interpretation of J'onn's character. Williams' writing is strong enough that I am willing to give this title a chance to see what Williams can do with J'onn's character.

Overall: Marvel Legacy #1 earned a higher score than it technically should have from The Revolution. But, anytime an issue delivers the return of Tony Stark, Bruce Banner and Wolverine plus Steve Rogers embracing being Captain America and a Fantastic Four sighting then that issue is going to get a high score no matter the issues' weaknesses. Marvel Legacy #1 is certainly no DC Rebirth #1. But, Marvel Legacy #1 is most definitely a step in the right direction in what is going to be a long uphill battle for Marvel to win back readers.

Mister Miracle #3 was a disappointing read. King has the kernel of what could be a really interesting story. However, the execution is so poor that it ruins the potential of the story. The problem is exacerbated by the artwork in this issue. I would not recommend Mister Miracle to readers who are long time Jack Kirby fans. Nor would I recommend Mister Miracle #3 to long time Fourth World fans. I would not recommend Mister Miracle #3 to fans of mainstream super hero comics. However, I would definitely recommend Mister Miracle #3 to readers who are fans of indie comics and indie style super hero comics.

Ms. Marvel #1 was brilliant marketing by Marvel but, unfortunately, an extremely unimpressive read. This issue is most definitely not worth your hard earned money. You want to support a monthly comic with a female lead? Great, go buy Wonder Woman. It is a well done comic that deserves your support. But, Ms. Marvel? No. If you want my money you have to actually provide me with a well crafted professional comic book. I do not and never will purchase a comic book based only on the characters ethnicity, sex or religion. Niche titles that are written well can justify their existance. But, niche titles written poorly cannot. At this point, I am just curious to see if Ms. Marvel crashes and burns as fast as DC's Katana and Vibe comics.

Keep in mind that Naomi #1 costs $4. The reader gets practically nothing at all in return for their hard-earned money. We are in a day and age where $6 can purchase one month of Hulu and $8 can get you one month of Netflix. There is just no way at all to justify spending $4 on a comic book that delivers such little content. You get way more content for your entertainment dollar these days. The competition for readers' entertainment dollars is getting more brutal than ever and comic books like Naomi #1 must offer more value for the dollar if they want to remain relevant.

Nemesis #1 is a solid offering popcorn for the brain. The reader need not engage their mind. Just sit back and enjoy the action packed adventure ride. I would definitely only recommend Nemesis #1 to action junkies. Most other readers will probably find Nemesis #1 too shallow and unsatisfying.

New Avengers #1 is a poor read. This issue reads much like fanfiction where the writer ignores what they do not like or simply bends things in order to create their story. I would not recommend wasting your time and money on this completely unnecessary Avengers title. There are so many other titles far more worthy of your hard earned money than New Avengers. I would only recommend New Avengers #1 to die-hard Bendis fans and die-hard Luke Cage fans. For everyone else, go elsewhere with your entertainment dollars.

Overall: New Avengers #2 is a poorly written read. The All New All Different direction of the Marvel Universe is a plan that appears flawed to me. However, that does not mean that quality writing cannot overcome what is initially a stupid idea by Marvel's editorial staff. Unfortunately, Ewing fails to deliver anything that would be confused with quality writing. I have no idea who New Avengers #2 would appeal to other than diehard fans of the niche characters that appear in this issue.

New Mutants #1 was a great read. Brisson and Hickman deliver a wonderfully crafted story that captivates the reader's attention from the start. If you are a fan of character-driven comics then you should definitely give New Mutants #1 a try.

New Mutants #3 is another excellent read. Ed Brisson has impressed the hell out of me with his incredible character work, dialogue, and richness of the story. New Mutants #3 is definitely worth picking up. Brisson has surprised me by making New Mutants one of the stronger titles in the X-Men franchise. If you have not given this title a chance then I would definitely recommend hopping aboard the New Mutants.

New Super-Man #1 was a slightly better than average read. However, I am not sure that Yang did enough to distinguish New Super-Man #1 from the myriad of super hero titles already on the market. Readers have limited dollars to spend and getting readers to jump aboard a new title requires giving a strong reason why this title is different the other super hero titles being published. New Super-Man #1 was not special enough to demand that readers come back for the next issue. In general, the story itself was a bit forgettable and felt somewhat formulaic. Having said that, there is no doubt that New Super-Man #1 does display the potential to become a quality read. New Super-Man is a title worth keeping an eye on to see if this potential ever gets fully realized.

Secret Wars Planet Hulk #2 was a solid read. It would have been nicer if Humphries had delivered a more compressed read. But, this issue was still entertaining and worth the price of admission. This Secret Wars tie-in title does make me realize one thing. That Marvel needs to publish an ongoing title chronicling the adventures of Battleworld Captain America and Devil Dinosaur once Secret Wars has concluded!

Overall: Powers of X #1 is a brilliant read. Hickman builds off of House of X #1 in pleasant fashion. Hickman continues to build a delightfully complex and immersive world. This story pulls the reader in deeply and doesn't let go until the very end. Powers of X #1 is an issue that demands multiple readings in order to properly soak up all of the small details packed into the story. This is an issue that is truly worth every penny of the cover price.

Overall: Powers of X #2 offers the reader a rich and ornate story. Hickman continues to make his claim that he is the comic book industry's greatest world builder. The depth and complexity to Powers of X #2 is a testament to Hickman's hard work and dedication. This title continues to be a comic book that is well worth the cover price.

Powers of X #3 is another absolute gem of a read. Jonathan Hickman is putting on a clinic and showing writers how you perform world-building and deliver a complex and detailed story with finely crafted plot-lines and deliver it in an intelligent and entertaining fashion. House of X and Powers of X continue to be the best comic books that Marvel is currently publishing. And it is not even close. I would highly recommend getting aboard Hickman's X-Men train and start reading both House of X and Powers of X. These titles offer the reader such excellent value for the money.

Overall: Jonathan Hickman delivers another well-crafted read in Powers of X #4. Powers of X and House of X continue to be the gold standard of Marvel at the moment. There are no Marvel comics currently on the market that can even come close to touching the level of writing that Hickman is delivering on these two titles. If you are a lapsed X-Men fan or a new reader who has thought the X-Men were impenetrable then I would highly urge you to start reading Powers of X and House of X.

Overall: Powers of X #6 is a rich and immersive read that captivates the reader's attention from cover-to-cover. Hickman delivers an intelligent story that warrants multiple readings in order to fully absorb everything that Hickman is presenting to the reader. Powers of X #6 is absolutely worth every penny of the cover price. If you enjoy superhero comics or love Science Fiction stories then I would certainly recommend that you hop aboard Powers of X and House of X.

Up next is Dawn of X and then we will get the newly relaunched X-Men title on October 16, 2019. Hickman has done an amazing job re-energizing the X-Men franchise. I am sure that Hickman's X-Men #1 is going to be a monster seller.

Robin: Son of Batman #2 was a blast to read. This is a balanced issue that treats the reader to quality character work and exciting action all wrapped up in a well constructed plot. This is a fun adventure title that will appeal to a wide range of readers. I definitely recommend giving Robin: Son of Batman a chance.

SHIELD #1 was a superb read and I strongly recommend that you give this title a try. Hickman and Weaver are a dynamic team and they complement each other perfectly. This issue should appeal to super hero fans as well as fans who typically avoid super hero titles. SHIELD #1 is simply a cut above the other comic books that currently populate the market.

Scarlet Witch #1 was such a disappointing debut issue. I love this character and wanted to love this issue. But, the fact remains that Scarlet Witch #1 was a lifeless and boring read. There is nothing in this issue that gets the reader excited to come back for more. There is nothing in this issue that helps Scarlet Witch to stand out from the crowded racks full super hero titles. There are too many other quality titles on the market more deserving of your hard-earned money than Scarlet Witch #1.

Your enjoyment of Secret Avengers #27 will greatly vary depending on if you are a Mar-Vell fan or not. Mar-Vell fans will probably be annoyed that our hero is being used as a cheap gimmick. Again. On the other hand, regular readers will probably find Secret Avengers #27 to be an entertaining big event tie-in issue. As a general rule, big event tie-in issue are often crap stories that are heavily editorial mandated that are imposed upon writers and usually break the flow of whatever story the writer had been trying to build on the title. However, Remender does the best he can and actually delivers an issue that offers up a quality classic super hero story.

Secret Empire #2 is a lackluster read. This issue offers up a thin read with little substance or actual plot progression. Keep in mind that Marvel is charging $5.00 for the price of admission with Secret Empire #2. That is a massive cover charge for a show that offers very little in return. Secret Empire #2 offers up little bang for the buck. For $5.00 I require far more content and plot progression than what Spencer dishes out with this issue. There is just no way I could recommend any reader spending their hard-earned money for Secret Empire #2.

Keep in mind that Marvel is charging a whopping $4.00 for Secret Empire #3! That is a horrible return on your dollar. $4.00 can buy me several songs, several apps or even half a month of Netflix. There is simply no way Secret Empire #3 is worth a $4.00 admission price.

I enjoyed Secret Empire #4 and found this to be easily the best issue of this big event to this point. However, it is tricky recommending Secret Empire #4 to readers. For me, the Pym and the two teams of Avengers plot line that dominated this issue made Secret Empire #4 worth the price of admission. However, for readers who are not a fan of Hank Pym or who do not care much about old 1970's and 1980's continuity then Secret Empire #4 will probably not be worth purchasing.

Secret Empire #6 was another slow read that offers a thin story. There is simply not enough content in this issue to justify the massive $4.99 cover price. For that much money the reader has a right to demand that Marvel deliver an exciting issue full of content and plot progression. That is certainly not the case with this issue.

Secret Empire #7 is another average read. This big event continues to have no heart and no soul. What it does continue to have is a massive $4.99 cover price. At this point, there is no reason to keep hope alive for this big event turning into anything that will be considered a quality story years from now. Hopefully, Marvel can regroup and rebound from what has been a disappointing big event in terms of sales numbers.

Secret Empire #8 was another mess of a read. Having said that, I loved the ending to this issue. And I am glad that Spencer finally engaged in some plot progression even if it lead to an imbalanced delivery of the story. The return of Bucky and Kobik marks the first time in this entire big event that my interest has actually been piqued. I will be looking forward to seeing what Spencer does with both characters in the final two issues of Secret Empire.

Overall: Secret Empire #9 is a sloppy read that is not particularly well constructed. This issue certainly is not worth the $3.99 cover price. At this point, Secret Empire just needs to end so Marvel can forget about this dull mess and move on to something better in the future.

So, in the end, what was the point of Secret Empire? It failed to establish any of the All New All Different MarvelNOW Point One heroes. It failed to bring back the classic heroes. It failed to post big sales numbers. And it failed to offer a creative and exciting story that was worth the price of admission. I suppose it is fitting that this pointless and underwhelming big event conclude with a final issue with a $4.99 cover price. Because, perhaps the only point of Secret Empire was to rob readers of their money.

Secret Wars #2 was a magnificent read and made up for what I found was a lackluster debut issue in Secret Wars #1. I am not excited about this big event and eager to see what Hickman has in store for us. I wish Marvel was handling the publishing schedule better for this big event. I do not want to see Hickman getting screwed by Marvel's editorial decisions the way Morrison got screwed on Final Crisis with DC's horrible publishing decisions. I also wish that Marvel was more upfront about what is in store for their line of comics post-Secret Wars. However, none of that changes my belief that we are in store for a real treat with Secret Wars. It is clear to me that Hickman has a grand tale in mind for this big event and is going to deliver something special.

Secret Wars #3 was a brilliant read. I simply cannot get enough of what Hickman is dishing out in this title. Secret Wars continues to be an intricately constructed story that is treating readers to a level of writing and storytelling that is simply superior to anything else currently on the market from DC and Marvel. If you enjoy stories that have lush settings, detailed plot lines and a truly epic feel then definitely check out Secret Wars. This is one big event that truly feels special. And that is a rarity for big events.

Secret Wars #4 is a beautiful issue in terms of the quality of writing and artwork. However, therampant decompression of the story makes it hard to justify spending $4 on an issue that only delivers 5 pages of new content.

Secret Wars #5 was another brilliant installment in this truly epic big event. Marvel has an absolute classic on their hands with Secret Wars. At the rate Hickman is going, when this big event is concluded, Secret Wars is going to be viewed as Marvel's grandest big event. Secret Wars #5 offers beautiful dialogue, engaging character work, intricate plotting and stunning artwork. This issue is worth every single penny of its $4.00. And then some.

Secret Wars #9 was a beautifully written issue that serves as a satisfying ending to what was a truly remarkable nearly 7 year story. I am sad to see Hickman leaving Marvel, but what a wonderful way for Hickman to leave. If you skipped on Secret Wars #9 then you should absolutely go and purchase this story when it comes out in trade format. Secret Wars is simply writing that is on a much higher level than what you get on 90% of the super hero comic books that are currently on the stands.

Secret Wars: Battleworld #1 far exceeded my expectations. Normally, support titles like Battleworld tend to be weak or simply cheap cash grabs by the publisher. Secret Wars: Battleworld #1 actually provided me with some quality entertainment and gave me further insight into the setting of Secret Wars and what some of the more minor characters are up to during this big event. I really could not ask for much more than what I got with this issue. I also loved the nice contrast in this issue between the heavy and dark first story with the much lighter and humorous second story. This approach gave this issue nice variety in themes. There really was something for everyone in this issue.

Secret Wars: Battleworld #2 was a step several notches down from the debut issue of this mini-series. The Blade/Howard the Duck story was excellent. However, it is hard for me to recommend buying a comic book for just half of the contents. The fact is that the Ross story really is not worth the price of admission. For $4.00 a comic book has to deliver more than just half a comic.

Having said that, the inability of Lemire to sell me on why we needed a Sentry title and the pedestrian art both make it hard for me to recommend people spend their hard earned money on this issue. Keep in mind that The Sentry #1 has a $4.00 cover price. Marvel needs to deliver more in order to justify me spending half of my Netflix monthly fee for just one comic book.

Having said all of that, if Seeley can bring more depth to the story and beef up his character work then Shatterstar just might turn into a surprisingly fun title.

Siege #2 was a dull and ordinary read. Bendis simply is not a big event writer and I do not think that he ever will be. I would like to see Marvel turn to some of their other writers in their stable for all of their big events in the future. Siege #2 is a creatively bankrupt read that offers little in the way of substance or entertainment to the reader. I would only recommend Siege #2 to die-hard Bendis fans. Action fans might get some limited enjoyment out of the mindless fighting and the Sentry/Ares squash scene.

Siege #3 was another incredibly disappointing issue. I have never thought that Bendis was a big event writer and Siege is simply confirming my beliefs on that matter. If you enjoyed Siege #1 and #2 then I would certainly encourage you to get Siege #3. You will probably enjoy this issue. I would also recommend Siege #3 to action fans who do not care at all about dialogue, character work and a deep and complex story. Readers who just enjoy fighting and seeing things get blown up should get plenty of entertainment value out of Siege #3.

Siege #4 is a complete waste of your money. Do not bother buying it. All you need to know is that Steve now has Norman Osborns job, the Registration Act has been repealed and that the real Avengers are back. Forget about Siege and look to the future and think only about the Heroic Age. That is the best approach to take. I would suggest saving your money for the numerous interesting looking Heroic Age titles that Marvel is trotting out over the course of the next month.

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Spider-Man #1 was such an unimpressive debut issue. Bendis appears to have given little effort or attention to this issue. It is shocking at how lackadaisical Bendis was with this issue. Spider-Man #1 is a shallow read that feels more like a throw-away filler issue that writers slot in between major story arcs. If you are a die-hard Miles Morales fan then you will enjoy this issue. If you are a die-hard Brian Bendis fan then you will also enjoy this issue. For everyone else? Pass on Spider-Man #1. There is absolutely nothing here worth the high $4.00 price tag.

Overall: Spider-Man #1 was an enjoyable read. The Abrams kick this new title off with an intense issue full of emotion. The strength of this issue is clearly the character work and dialogue. I believe that the Abrams have the ingredients for what could be a special story. If you are a Spider-Man fan then I would certainly recommend giving Spider-Man #1 a try.

Spider-Woman #1 was a disappointing read. Action fans will certainly enjoy the fighting in this issue. But, outside of that? There is nothing of substance to this issue. The lack of anything original or compelling makes Spider-Woman #1 quickly disappear into the mass of other superhero titles already on the market. Keep in mind that the price of entry for Spider-Woman #1 is $5.00. There is simply no way in the world I could recommend anyone spending that much money for so little in return. There are way too many other superhero titles already on the market that offer far superior reads for your money.

Its a good read and a good way to kill some time during the day. I feel that this series will get even better as it progresses to more issues in the future and it will have you put Star Trek in a whole another light.

Star Wars #7 was another excellent read. Star Wars continues to be a must read title. This comic is well worth the price of admission. If you still have not given one of Marvel's Star Wars titles a chance then I would recommend giving it a try. This title is a fun combination of action, adventure and drama.

Death Sentence is yet another fun travel through the Star Wars universe provided by the good people at Dark Horse comics. While all of the Star Wars comics over the years have been pretty solid, it is even more rewarding to see a very good comic that is also set in the sometimes shaky realm of the prequels. Basically, if you are looking for a good read, I recommend Death Sentence to Star Wars and comic fans alike.

Star Wars: The High Republic #1 costs a whopping $4. It absolutely is not worth the cover price at all. The list is nearly limitless of better ways to spend your entertainment dollars. I would only recommend Star Wars: The High Republic #1 to parents who might be looking for some safe and inoffensive reading for their daughters under the age of 12.

Starborn #1 was a fun read. Super hero fans that enjoy action adventure stories with a Sci Fi flair are sure to enjoy this debut issue. This is certainly a new title that is worth giving a try.

All I can say at this point is go buy this issue! Support this title! Right now! Stop reading this review and run to your nearest local comic book shop and pick up a copy of Starfire #1. Comic books like Starfire #1 are such a refreshing change of pace from most of what DC shovels down our throats. This is a positive, upbeat and fun comic book. Trust me, you will not be disappointed.

Starfire #2 was another wonderful read. Starfire is a welcoming fresh summer breeze that washes over the reader whisks away the stench that the New 52 has left on most of DC's titles. Starfire is easily one of the most unique super hero titles on the market. The emphasis on fun, positivity and honest heroism makes this title stand out among the other super hero titles crowding the shelves at your local comic book store. I would highly recommend buying Starfire #2. This is a title that deserves strong support.

Overall: Strikeforce #1 is very underwhelming. The quality of writing was not at the level that I expect from a mainstream superhero comic book. This title fails to state a compelling reason why readers should add it to their pull lists. I would only recommend Strikeforce #1 to readers who are massive fans of Tini Howard or to readers who just love all things Blade. For everyone else? Pass on Strikeforce #1. There are simply way too many mainstream superhero comics currently on the market that offer a far better value for your money.

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Superior #4 was a slightly above average read. Millar does a great job capturing Simon's emotions as he adjusts to being a real life super hero. And I appreciate the love and affection that Millar clearly has for the super hero genre. Currently, it seems that many comic book writers have disdain for the genre that pays them so handsomely. And their lack of love for the genre shows in the titles that they write for Marvel. Millar certainly loves the super hero genre and he handles this modern version of Superman with respect to the genre.

Superman #42 was an average read. Since this issue offers little in the way of new plot development readers can easily skip this issue and not miss much. The super hero comic market is a tough and brutal market. There are so many great options before the reader these days. Issues like Superman #42 that offer a middle of the road read are easy to passover. With an expensive $4.00 cover price, Superman #42 has to deliver more of an interesting and creative story in order to justify such a price tag. Unfortunately, it does not.

Superman #1 is certainly gorgeous looking, but the lack of any real content or plot progression makes this an issue that is not worth getting. DC is charging $4.00 for Superman #1. The fact is that Superman #1 simply does not deliver anywhere enough actual content to make it worth such a high price of admission. I would save your entertainment dollars for something of more value.

Overall: Superman #4 was a fun read. No, this is nothing all that unique or creative. But, it is a nice solid straight forward mainstream super hero action and adventure. There is certainly nothing wrong with that! I am encouraged by Bendis' effort on this issue. If Bendis can clean up a few small details then Superman is going to turn out to be a really enjoyable mainstream super hero title. I am encouraged by the direction that this title is taking at this point.

If you like classic super hero stories that you definitely need to start reading Superman. This comic is an enjoyable blend of good character work and fun super hero action and adventure.

Overall: Look, all that matters about Superman #14 is that the Legion of Super-Heroes is officially back! And even if it is written by Bendis and even if this is a fourth alternate version of the Legion, the fact remains that it is always a good thing to see the Legion of Super-Heroes in the pages of a DC comic book. I am really excited to see where Bendis goes from here with the Legion. Do I have my concerns? Of course. But, I prefer to remain hopeful that my beloved Legion will be the source of some fun and entertaining stories. Long Live the Legion!

At any rate, Legion of Super-Heroes fans can absolutely skip Superman #15. I know that the Legionnaires are on the cover of this issue. But, trust me, that is false advertising. The Legion are only in ten of the twenty-three pages of this issue. And in those ten pages the Legion are largely just there for window dressing and humor. They are never the focus of the story.

Superman: Heroes #1 offers little in terms of content and excitement. Slap on top of the bland story a massive $6.00 cover price and you get a comic book that feels like a blatant cash grab. There is simply nothing in the pages of Superman: Heroes #1 that warrants the ridiculous $6.00 cover price. You are better served to save your money for other far more deserving DC titles that are currently on the market.

Superman/Wonder Woman #19 was a poor read. There is no way I would ever recommend anyone spend their hard earned money on this issue. The only readers that I believewould enjoy this issue are die-hard Wonder Woman fans and any Dude Bro Superman fans. There are so many othersuper hero comics on the market that offer a far superior bang for your buck. Honestly? If you are just hankering for some Wonder Woman or some Superman then go buy a trade paperback of some older pre-New 52 Wonder Woman or Superman stories.

Superman/Wonder Woman #20 was a brilliantly written read. Tomasi demonstrates why he is still one of DC's top writers. Given the horrible editorial decisions with Superman and Wonder Woman, it is nothing short of stunning that Tomasi is able to take what he is given and craft it into such a well written and enjoyable comic book.

All in all, the bland and shallow story combined with the sketchy and suspect artwork make Teen Titans #10 a dismal read. This issue is nothing more than a time waster. Mere filler designed to stretch out a rather thin plot line. There are tons of super hero comics on the stands that offer such a better reading experience that this issue. Do not waste your money on Teen Titans #10. It is sad to see such a great franchise still spinning its wheels in the mud.

Overall: The Batman Who Laughs #2 is another excellent read. Snyder and Jock are delivering a high quality comic that stands out from the rest of the comic books currently being published. This is a title that is worth your hard-earned money.

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The Batman Who Laughs - The Grim Knight #1 was an excellent read. Snyder and Tynion deliver a fun stand-alone issue that does a great job of providing more detail and texture to the main story on The Batman Who Laughs. If you have been enjoying The Batman Who Laughs and find the Grim Knight an interesting character then you definitely need to pick up this issue.

Overall: The Scorched #7 reminds me of a quality shonen manga. It is all about teamwork, family, cool characters, and kick-ass action. If you are looking for a comic book that focuses on good escapism and entertainment then you definitely should start reading The Scorched.

Overall: Buy this issue! Seriously. Lemire and Reis combine to deliver a title that is 100% pure fun. The Terrifics #1 delivers the type of Sci-Fi action and adventure romp that is sure to deliver creative and exciting stories with each issue. This is a new title that definitely deserves strong support from comic book readers.

Overall: Thor #1 is a fantastic start to a new era for Thor. Donny Cates demonstrated that he is more than capable of following Jason Aaron on Thor. In fact, Cates made me believe that he is capable of delivering a Thor that is just as good if not better than Aaron's run. I would definitely recommend Thor #1. Any reader who likes cosmic tales, epic quests, and superhero action will certainly enjoy Cates' Thor. Things are looking very bright for the future of the Thor franchise.

Tony Stark " Iron Man #1 was a frustratingly disappointing read. I wanted to love this issue and I do think that Slott has some really cool concepts for this title. But, Slott's shallow story, poor character work and hellbent focus on getting out a message over delivering a quality story really hurts this title. At this point, I cannot recommend Tony Stark " Iron Man. There are too many other super hero titles on the market that offer a superior bang for your buck.

Tony Stark " Iron Man #2 is an issue that has the kernel of a fun story but that is ruined by shallow writing and poor character work. This issue is not worth the $4.00 cover price. There are so many better mainstream super hero titles on the market. This is a shame since I do think that if Slott could make a few changes that Tony Stark " Iron Man could be a fun read.

Toy Story is due out tomorrow, August 4. Toy Story #5 does trend to younger readers than some of the other all-ages titles. I would recommend this issue for readers between the ages of 5-8. The good thing is that Toy Story #5 is an issue you can read to your kid without being entirely bored in the process.

Overall: U.S.Avengers #12 was a truly awful issue in just about every respect other than the artwork. I would only recommend U.S.Avengers #12 to fans of the Riverdale television show. Outside of that audience, I have no idea why anyone else would find this issue even remotely interesting. I would much rather see Ewing write a blog post defending his favorite television show rather than making it an entire issue on an Avengers franchise comic book.

Ultimate Avengers #5 was another fun read. Millar continues to approach this title like it was a summer blockbuster movie. Millar is not trying to re-invent the genre. Instead, what Millar is doing is delivering a solidly crafted action themed super hero tale. I strongly recommend Ultimate Avengers to any fans of action/adventure based comic books. If you are simply looking for some quality entertainment then Ultimate Avengers definitely worth the cover price.

New Ultimates #1 was a pedestrian read. I would only recommend this title to die-hard Defenders and Ultimates fans or to fans of Frank Cho. This issue is incredibly new reader friendly and is a simple and easy read. You do not have to have ever read any of the previous installments of The Ultimates or Ultimatum in order to understand what is going on in New Ultimates #1. That might make it appealing to some readers.

Uncanny Avengers #2 was a fun read. This issue is exactly what I love to get with my super hero comics. Action, adventure, good team chemistry all wrapped up in a fun and entertaining package. What is also nice about Uncanny Avengers #2 is that it is new reader friendly as well as being accessible to readers of all ages. This is a quality super hero read that is worth the cover price.

Uncanny X-Men #2 was a waste of time and paper. Skip this issue. There is absolutely no reason for you to waste your hard earned money on it. Just go pick up Uncanny X-Men #3 instead. That appears to be the issue where all the fun is going to start. Despite my criticisms of this issue, I still believe that Bendis is the right guy to breath life into the X-Men franchise. His incredible work over on All New X-Men is proof of that. Hopefully, Bendis can get Uncanny X-Men up to the same standards and do so quickly.

Uncanny X-Men #1 was a great read. Bunn delivers a well crafted issue that kicks off this new title in a splendid fashion. Yeah, you have to deal with Greg Land's artwork and all of its annoyances, but Bunn's writing more than makes up for that. Uncanny X-Men #1 offers up a balanced read that has action, adventure, mystery and great character work. There is a lot in this issue that will appeal to a wide range of readers. If you like comic books that are not ashamed to embrace their super hero roots then you definitely need to buy a copy of Uncanny X-Men #1.

Underground #5 was a strong ending to what was an enjoyable mini-series. If you missed out on Underground then I strongly suggest that you get the trade paperback of Undeground once Image releases it. This is a story that is worth your money.

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The War of the Realms #3 was a blast to read. Aaron is delivering such a fun big event crammed full of kick-ass action and adventure. Dauterman is bringing his A-game and is making The War of the Realms one of the most beautiful big events in an incredibly long time. If you enjoy massive war stories with tons of action then you absolutely need to hop aboard The War of the Realms.

The War of The Realms #4 is another kick-ass read. Aaron's heavy metal writing combined with Dauterman's stunning artwork makes for an action packed and wild big event issue. The War of The Realms #4 is pure fun in the form of violent action and bad-ass moments that would make a 1980's action movie jealous. If you have skipped on The War of The Realms then you definitely need to go buy this big event when it comes out in trade format. It is well worth your money.

I would only recommend West Coast Avengers #1 to die-hard fans of the various niche characters on this roster or to die-hard fans of Kelly Thompson. For everyone else? Save your hard-earned money for the myriad of far superior super hero team titles that Marvel and DC are publishing.

Having said that, once the cover price for Wolverine returns to the customarily inflated cost of $4.00 and if Percy kicks his story up a few notches then this might be a title worth trying.

Wonder Twins #1 comes across as rather dumb, slow and pointless. That is not a good recipe for success. This issue is certainly not work the high $4.00 cover price. The reader can get so much more bang for their entertainment dollar these days. There are definitely plenty of other teen super hero titles on the market that offer a far better product and are more worth your hard earned money.

X-Force #1 was a strong debut and a pleasant rebound from the unimpressive reads in Marauders #1 and Excalibur #1. Percy delivers the best writing of all the writers in the X-titles not named Jonathan Hickman. X-Force looks to be a title that will combine intelligent writing with quality character work and plenty of badass action. I would definitely recommend giving X-Force #1 a try. Percy is a talented writer and I think X-Force may end up being a special read.

X-Force #3 is another excellent read. Benjamin Percy crafts a story that should appeal to a broad range of readers. Do you like action? Percy has you covered. Do you prefer complex stories with some depth? Percy has you covered, too. Do you prefer smartly written stories with good characters? Yup. Percy takes care of you, too. I would definitely recommend picking up a copy of X-Force #3. This title is worth the cover price.

X-Men #1 was certainly a new reader friendly issue. Readers need not be scared off by the X-Mens ridiculously convoluted continuity when considering purchasing this title. If you like vampires then I would definitely recommend purchasing X-Men #1. However, for everyone else, I would recommend passing on X-Men #1. This title fails to distinguish itself from the countless other super hero titles already on the market. X-Men #1 also fails to state a claim for why the X-Men need a third title.

I will say this, if you have not read House of X and Powers of X then you definitely need to go out and get it in collected format. X-Men #1 is not a new reader-friendly issue. If you have not been reading House of X and Powers of X then you will be lost during much of X-Men #1.

X-Men #3 is another superlative issue. Jonathan Hickman is operating at a completely higher level than other comic book writers. X-Men is once again the premier Marvel title and is an absolute must-read. This comic is well worth the cover price.

X-Men #6 is another excellent read. Jonathan Hickman continues to make the X-Men Marvel's premier title. And it simply is not even close. The quality of writing on X-Men is a clear cut above anything else that Marvel is currently publishing. X-Men #6 is definitely worth the cover price.

Year of the Villain #1 was a fantastic teaser issue for this upcoming big event. Snyder, Tynion, and Bendis did their jobs in getting readers excited for Year of the Villain. Year of the Villain #1 certainly increased my expectations for this big event.

I would certainly recommend Young Justice #1 to fans of the original Young Justice. Yes, this issue has plenty of defects, but it is great to see Tim, Cassie, Conner, and Bart back together again.

Young Justice #2 is another disappointing read. This young title is off to such an unimpressive start. Team titles have never been Bendis' strength. Still, Bendis has shown growth in his writing over on Superman so I thought we might get more of that here on Young Justice. Unfortunately, Bendis' Young Justice is off to a slow, dull, and meandering start that offers the reader little in the way of quality character work or engaging plot lines.

Overall: Young Justice is an absolute blast. If you love classic superhero action and adventure stories that focus on entertainment then you definitely should check out Young Justice #8. This is a modern comic book that proudly says that superhero comic books absolutely can be fun.

I was legitimately on the edge of my seat with the ending of Zorro Man of The Dead #3! This was a hell of a hook ending that makes you want to read the next issue immediately. I am a long-time Zorro fan and I do prefer a classic Don Diego swashbuckling adventure. However, I must admit that this intriguing take on the myth of Zorro in Zorro Man of The Dead has been fascinating. This story has been an interesting twist on the Zorro franchise that makes for something a bit different.