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8.0

A fun little book that fits the mood of the upcoming spooky season.

Stuff of Nightmares: Red Murder #1

By: R. L. Stine, Adam Gorham
Released: Sep 27, 2023

Comic creator Alex Oxaca has been out of the spotlight for decades, and he'll wish he'd remained in obscurity soon enough...
   
RED MURDER was the smash hit title of the early 2000s, and will come back from the past in more ways than one during the 20th anniversary celebration of the title!
   
A rea...

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DDJamesB reviewed Newburn #11 Sep 30, 2023
8.0

Another solid issue of Newburn. It had a nice little heist type feel and continued to add tension.

Newburn #11

By: Chip Zdarsky, Nick Dragotta
Released: Sep 27, 2023

An ex-Yakuza is on his way to the States for a liver transplant in exchange for intel on NYC Yakuza activities. To stop the info from making it to the Feds, Newburn and Emily have to dodge the cops and the FBI.
PLUS: In "GO BACK" by DRAGOTTA & BROTHERS, the kid tries to find a single friend in a city of eight million strangers.

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6.5

Just your typical hero talking about saving the day while he's doing it. Nothing really wrong, nothing that makes it stand out.

Moon Knight: City of the Dead #3

By: David Pepose, Marcelo Ferreira
Released: Sep 27, 2023

Trapped in the clutches of the sinister JACKAL KNIGHT, Moon Knight and Scarlet Scarab must face an army of dead super villains in order to save a young runaway's life. But the City of the Dead is shaped by one's thoughts and memories...and right now, the only thing Marc Spector can think of is nonstop carnage. The Fist of Khonshu brings the firewor...

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DDJamesB reviewed Ultimate Invasion #4 Sep 30, 2023
6.5

A lot of flash to not really say much.its not horrible but I was hoping for a better ending to this series.

Ultimate Invasion #4

By: Jonathan Hickman, Bryan Hitch
Released: Sep 27, 2023

THE END...OR THE BEGINNING? War breaks out as timelines and universes collide! Iron Man must choose between the lesser of two evils - the Maker or Kang. But what secret does Iron Man know about the men behind the masks? And at the end of it all, the world outside your window will be forever changed! Don't miss this giant-sized, action-packed conclu...

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DDJamesB reviewed Immortal Thor #2 Sep 27, 2023
7.5

Wasn't bad but the way Thor's thoughts were used had some really cheesy inner monologue. It did however have a good concept, plot and art.

Immortal Thor #2

By: Al Ewing, Martin Coccolo
Released: Sep 27, 2023

TORANOS WALKS THE EARTH! An Elder God of the Utgard-Realm had marked Thor for destruction - and a city with him. Yet the only power that could prevail carried its own terrible price. And all the while, Loki waited - Loki, who took no side and played no favorites...even if it be their own kin. This is the story of THE IMMORTAL THOR...and the hour of...

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7.0

I didn't remember much from issue one. Which is never a good thing. It did kind of come back to me a bit. Even though it's lacking a lot emotion, it was decent enough to have me come back again.

Dark Spaces: Hollywood Special #2

By: Jeremy Lambert, Claire Roe
Released: Sep 27, 2023

There's a monster lurking outside of Minersville, and he's tired of hiding. Everyone thinks Viv's crazy. Delusional. That she didn't see what she saw. Everyone, that is, except the locals. Vivian copes the best way she can: with a visit to the local watering hole. But it's what happens after that changes everything. The Mismatch Man is hungry, you ...

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DDJamesB reviewed Rare Flavours #1 Sep 24, 2023
8.0

I ended the book and initially thought it wasn't for me. Then I started feeling like this underlying want to know more and see what plays out.

Rare Flavours #1

By: V. Ram, Filipe Andrade
Released: Sep 20, 2023

Discover the tantalizing tale of Rubin Baksh, a demonic Rakshasa with a down-to-earth dream of becoming the next Anthony Bourdain.

To achieve his vision, Rubin enlists Mo, a filmmaker who has seen better days, to document the world-renowned cuisine of India and the people behind such glorious food.

But little does Mo know that th...

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DDJamesB reviewed Captain America #1 Sep 24, 2023
8.0

It's pretty good I guess. It's a little worn out giving this kind of Steve story, but it also did it in an entertaining way.

Captain America #1

By: J. Michael Straczynski, Jesus Saiz
Released: Sep 20, 2023

WHAT FUTURE AWAITS THE MAN OUT OF TIME? Decades ago, Steve Rogers changed the world forever. Now powerful and insidious forces are assembling to ensure he never does it again. Past, present and future collide as the man out of time reckons with an existential threat determined to set the world on a darker path at any cost... Esteemed creators J. Mi...

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DDJamesB reviewed Amazing Spider-Man #34 Sep 24, 2023
8.5

Another really solid issue. This is the best arc of Spider-Man we've had in a while.

Amazing Spider-Man #34

By: Zeb Wells, Patrick Gleason
Released: Sep 20, 2023

SPIDER-MAN'S HUNT CONTINUES! Who is Peter's next victim? The penultimate chapter of a story you'll never forget!
Rated T

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DDJamesB reviewed Uncanny Avengers #2 Sep 24, 2023
7.0

It's ok I guess. I like when Captain Krakoa is in it. Besides those parts it's pretty standard.

Uncanny Avengers #2

By: Gerry Duggan, Garron
Released: Sep 20, 2023

At a time when mutant and human relations are in the toilet, the Uncanny Avengers have run smack into a new BROTHERHOOD OF EVIL MUTANTS, and, folks, lemme tell you - they came here to beat up Avengers and X-Men and chew gum, and they're all outta gum. Wake up, babe, a new romance hits that will make readers froth at the mouth. Plus, Ben Urich. Alwa...

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7.0

It's got good atmosphere, but it was just another issue that didn't really give a lot to grab me more.

The Bone Orchard Mythos: Tenement #4

By: Jeff Lemire, Dave Stewart
Released: Sep 20, 2023

The seven neighbors struggle to make sense of their twisted surroundings as they are confronted by all their worst fears and the terrible inhabitants of the tunnels.
The biggest and most essential project yet in the bold and ambitious new shared horror universe of THE BONE ORCHARD MYTHOS continues from  Eisner-winning creative team JE...

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DDJamesB reviewed Time Before Time #27 Sep 24, 2023
7.5

Not super strong. It just didn't advance anything much. Still a good comic.

Time Before Time #27

By: Declan Shalvey, Geoffo
Released: Sep 20, 2023

Tatsuo and Kevin race to reach Nadia before The Syndicate's trap closes around her.

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DDJamesB reviewed Monarch #6 Sep 21, 2023
6.5

It wasn't bad. It just felt like it didn't really provide anything more than the last few issues. We get it. He fell for the humans. We knew that 3 issues ago it seems like. The point just dragged the last few issues and I feel like this series could have benefited from being shorter.

Monarch #6

By: Rodney Barnes, Alex Lins
Released: Sep 20, 2023

MINISERIES FINALE

"STRANGER FROM ABOVE," Part Six
The shocking conclusion! Travon, our teenage hero growing up in Compton, has been revealed as the alien invaders' Monarch-an emissary sent to Earth with the intention of taking over the planet. But love has gotten the better of him, and now he fights for the life of Daysha and every hum...

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DDJamesB reviewed Haunt You to the End #4 Sep 21, 2023
6.5

I want to really like this book, but I always come out of it frustrated it isn't more. I guess it's not horrible. I think it's overall, decent.

Haunt You to the End #4

By: Ryan Cady, Andrea Mutti
Released: Sep 20, 2023

THE BURIED HORRORS OF RASMUSSEN MANOR! After a disastrous night on the island, the surviving members of the Shah expedition regroup and re-prioritize. They'll uncover fantastic and terrifying truths beneath the rotting floorboards of the ruined manor house, but a little knowledge can be a dangerous thing.

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DDJamesB reviewed Daredevil #1 Sep 21, 2023
8.0

My main gripes are that the art doesn't really appeal to me for a DD book, and it felt rushed to have Matt become DD so fast. It did present a lot of good though. It had a good premise and an intriguing ending.

Daredevil #1

By: Saladin Ahmed, Aaron Kuder
Released: Sep 13, 2023

BORN AGAIN!
The new era of Daredevil starts here! Industry stars SALADIN AHMED and AARON KUDER have laced up and entered the ring, ready to take Matt Murdock on a knockout of an adventure! Where does Elektra fit into all of this? What is the future of Hell's Kitchen? Romance! Intrigue! And, of course, ACTION! All delivered in the Mighty Marvel...

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DDJamesB reviewed The Enfield Gang Massacre #2 Sep 21, 2023
7.0

I didn't like this as much as the first one. There's not really anything wrong with it. Just didn't feel that exciting.

The Enfield Gang Massacre #2

By: Chris Condon, Jacob Phillips
Released: Sep 13, 2023

Accused of murder and hunted by a Texas Ranger, the Enfield Gang attempts to escape.

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DDJamesB reviewed Newburn #10 Sep 21, 2023
8.5

It has a alot of tropes, but it's very well executed.

Newburn #10

By: Chip Zdarsky, Nick Dragotta
Released: Aug 23, 2023

Newburn's list of allies is growing shorter, alienating police contacts and his employers at the Black Castle. And he'll need allies, soon, with a reporter on his tail.

PLUS: Things heat up for the kid as he tries to find a single friend in "GO BACK" by BROTHERS & DRAGOTTA.

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KittyNone rated Moon Knight #27 Sep 13, 2023
8.5

Moon Knight #27

By: Jed MacKay, Federico Sabbatini
Released: Sep 6, 2023

THE HUNT FOR BLACK SPECTRE! On the hunt for the Black Spectre, Moon Knight and Hunter's Moon must chase an informant into the darkest cave of all - the human mind! But what horrors await the Fists of Khonshu in the depths of the psyche?
Rated T+

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Kalaoui reviewed Venom #25 Sep 15, 2023
9.0

A really nice and fun comic book in general. Al Ewing just knows his way around to make good comic books. Now I just need Ewing and Cafu on Fantastic Four and the Immortal Dr. Doom asap and we'll be golden.

Venom #25

By: Al Ewing, Sergio Davila
Released: Sep 13, 2023

A TIME OF DOOM! SPECIAL OVER-SIZED ANNIVERSARY ISSUE! Eddie Brock needed access to Doctor Doom's time platform - and in getting to it, got more than he ever bargained for, battling the most notorious super villain in the Marvel Universe through time itself! Luckily, Eddie's well versed in navigating the timestream thanks to his recent adventures. H...

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DDJamesB reviewed Ghost Rider #18 Sep 20, 2023
8.0

Good.work on Talia. Gave me an appreciation for her character. As always there was some great art.

Ghost Rider #18

By: Ben Percy, Carlos Nieto
Released: Sep 13, 2023

Johnny Blaze has been traveling with the brilliant hedge witch, Talia Warroad, but how well does he really know her? Now Talia's messy past, her teenage loves and furious first spells, will pull into his lane. Just who is Talia Warroad and how was her life set on a collision course with the Spirit of Vengeance? Guest starring DOCTOR STRANGE!
Ra...

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DDJamesB reviewed Incredible Hulk #4 Sep 20, 2023
8.0

Might be my favorite issue so far. It's an interesting dynamic between the two main characters and it delivers good visuals even with the different artist.

Incredible Hulk #4

By: Phillip Kennedy Johnson, Travel Foreman
Released: Sep 13, 2023

THE GREEN GIANTS THROW DOWN! HULK VS. MAN-THING! Trouble awaits in the foggy bogs when a sultry seductress of the swamp lures unsuspecting victims into her trap! What is this mysterious creature's connection to the Swamp Walker himself? It's rage versus empathy as these two green goliaths come to blows - and even the Hulk isn't immune to Man-Thing'...

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DDJamesB reviewed Venom #25 Sep 20, 2023
8.5

It did a number on my brain trying to decipher the time travel explanations, but the book did a great job of keeping it the right amount of fun and serious. Doom was the star in this issue, but it did enough with Eddie to keep the issue flowing well.

Venom #25

By: Al Ewing, Sergio Davila
Released: Sep 13, 2023

A TIME OF DOOM! SPECIAL OVER-SIZED ANNIVERSARY ISSUE! Eddie Brock needed access to Doctor Doom's time platform - and in getting to it, got more than he ever bargained for, battling the most notorious super villain in the Marvel Universe through time itself! Luckily, Eddie's well versed in navigating the timestream thanks to his recent adventures. H...

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DDJamesB reviewed Kill More #1 Sep 20, 2023
7.5

I enjoyed it. It had some wild visuals in some parts. It was able to keep my attention. It just felt like it had potential to be a little more.

Kill More #1

By: Scott Bryan Wilson, Max Alan Fuchs
Released: Sep 13, 2023

The city of Colonia is suffering from total economic collapse, but worse than the unemployment and urban decay is the skyrocketing homicide rate. Most of the few cops left on the force think it's just another symptom of the city's decline, but one detective has a darker theory... that the most depraved killers in the country have all moved here to ...

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DDJamesB added Captain America (2023) to their pull list Sep 20, 2023

Captain America (2023)

WHAT FUTURE AWAITS THE MAN OUT OF TIME? Decades ago, Steve Rogers changed the world forever. Now powerful and insidious forces are assembling to ensure he never does it again. Past, present and future collide as the man out of time reckons with an existential threat determined to set the world on a darker path at any cost... Esteemed creators J. Mi...

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DDJamesB reviewed The Cull #2 Sep 19, 2023
8.0

It's not very flashy, but I enjoyed this issue. I think next issue has to pick up the pace of the plot.

The Cull #2

By: Kelly Thompson, Mattia de Iulis
Released: Sep 13, 2023

Cleo's confession elicits more fear than anger from the group, and everyone sticks together into the great unknown. Sentient mushrooms for everyone!

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DDJamesB reviewed Miles Morales: Spider-Man #10 Sep 19, 2023
7.0

Some of the character work is decent, but it felt a little stale.

Miles Morales: Spider-Man #10

By: Cody Ziglar, Federico Vicentini
Released: Sep 13, 2023

HERE COMES HIGHTAIL! Miles Morales and his family have moved to a new not-so-friendly neighborhood - for the likes of Spider-Man, that is. NYC's hero-squashing Cape Killers' latest member won't let Miles catch his breath. It's only a matter of time before hyper-speedster HIGHTAIL gets ahead of the wall-crawler. But Hightail's attack is just the tip...

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DDJamesB reviewed Sins of the Salton Sea #4 Sep 19, 2023
8.0

Another good issue. Really enjoyed it. It also set everything up for the last issue.

Sins of the Salton Sea #4

By: Ed Brisson, C. P. Smith
Released: Sep 13, 2023

The leader of the Sons of the Salton Sea reveals the cult's motivations to a captive Jasper, and it is nothing less than saving the world from certain doom. Silver's attempt to escape is foiled when his new friends betray him for reward money. And a distraught Wyatt is confronted by a True Believer who wants to convert him to the Sons' cause.

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DDJamesB reviewed Undiscovered Country #25 Sep 19, 2023
7.5

It's a fun little story that gets us back into the series and throws a nice ending that will pique your interest.

Undiscovered Country #25

By: Charles Soule, Leonardo Marcello Grassi
Released: Sep 13, 2023

NEW STORY ARC

"VICTORY," Part One
LANDMARK 25TH ISSUE! After the harrowing revelations of the "Disunity" arc, the final leg of the spiraling journey to the center of the new America begins. For the first time since entering the undiscovered country, the group has regained contact with the outside world. But what shocking news will be ...

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DDJamesB added Rare Flavours (2023) to their pull list Sep 19, 2023

Rare Flavours (2023)

Discover the tantalizing tale of Rubin Baksh, a demonic Rakshasa with a down-to-earth dream of becoming the next Anthony Bourdain.

To achieve his vision, Rubin enlists Mo, a filmmaker who has seen better days, to document the world-renowned cuisine of India and the people behind such glorious food.

But little does Mo know that th...

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DDJamesB reviewed Creepshow: Vol. 2 #1 Sep 17, 2023
7.0

The first story was pretty decent. The second one had a good premise, but didn't quite deliver.

Creepshow: Vol. 2 #1

By: Garth Ennis, Becky Cloonan
Released: Sep 13, 2023

MINISERIES PREMIERE
The smash-hit horror anthology based on the hit Shudder TV series is back and CREEPIER than ever!
In the debut issue, master of the macabre GARTH ENNIS (Preacher, The Boys) and superstar creator BECKY CLOONAN (Wonder Woman) team up for the very first time to deliver a disturbing tale of the unborn!
Then, freaky PHIL ...

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