Russell & Quinn pull back on the comedy and focus on drama, and the book benefits immensely from it. Definitely the best issue so far

Mostly a subpar Cable & Bishop story with the "FUTURE OF THE MARVEL UNIVERSE — REVEALED!" being one panel with a list of what look to basically be the titles of upcoming storylines and crossovers. (Thrilling glimpses include "X-Men fight each other (no further details)", "The latest return of a C-lister who's died often enough that he should be getting frequent flier miles from Charon" and "The new new new new new New Champions".) more

A direct quote from Gabe's review, “Why on Earth does Jonathan Hickman believe Spider-Man fans are interested in the interpersonal dynamics between MJ, her sister, and her mother?“

Because people have been asking for more from the wider Spider-Man family for years and now, that family is a FAMILY. If you don't create characters with depth, interpersonal dynamics or anything to do, you're left with what the main Marvel universe has. Every character going from one event to the next, no time to talk to Aunt May, Tony running the bodega, Jonah, anyone unless they force themselves into the story. Peter wouldn't have time or make time for anyone if the current 616 editorial team had their way with it so I'm sorry Gabe that I and the wider audience of this run seem to really like these character/world building issues you seem to have such a problem with. Maybe go back to reading the Golden Age where every human interaction was two panels of dialogue and 4 pages of action. Maybe that will clean your palette from your distaste for displaying human connection in a medium so devoid of it of late.

Look at the overall user scores of USM. Take into account really just the ones where people took the time to actually review the book and you'll get a good gauge on the general consensus. Gabe is the odd man out but hey, being a contrarian gets clicks. It's a tried and true way to get foot traffic. I proved that myself in finding his quote. Getting clicks generates revenue for the site which in turn keeps the cycle going and allows reviewers access to more free issues, invites to events, exclusive interviews, etc.

I don't generally believe in pumping up a book just because someone rated it poorly. I'm not even promoting it here but just because something has great reviews also doesn't mean that one has to try and balance things out. If a book is good, it deserves the praise. I believe in rating books fairly because otherwise, what's even the point? A 7 deserves a 7, a 10 is a 10, but the thing about that is everything is subjective. Someone could genuinely not like this issue but what baffles the mind is the complaint here is that you get more out of your characters and somehow that's a problem. more

Have yourself a 5.8/10 little Christmas Gabe Hernandez.

Wonderfully moody, I'm a sucker for noir. Patricio Delpeche's colors are exquisite, all shocking pinks and burning reds carving through the blue-grey night

This universe sucks, please let me defect to the pansexual romcom universe

Tom Taylor's writing and Mikel Janin's art continue to be exceptional. The story advances with great skill, leaving this reader eager for more.

Extremely interesting story, and very well written and drawn. This "fountain of youth" plot works great in the Gotham setting, and the moral conundrum for Batman/Bruce Wayne is good drama. Superman's perspective was very well done and felt right for the character. Great issue all around.

The interaction between Bruce and Superman really hit the button on the way an aging superhero might think. The art was again next level and the amount of little plot lines keep this fresh and dynamic. The thought of a wonder drug that keeps you alive and young must make anyone stop and think about what is a life without death? This kind of writing is wonderful as I've been reading and watching Batman for nearly all my 60 years..........JM more

An ambitiously Orwellian take on life in the age of algorithms and "AI", where people don't even notice how their own voices and ideas have been made extraneous to the ever-more-automated and controlled process of communication. I don't know if I'm convinced that magic dust is a thing Superman needs, but I really respect what Aaron & Sandoval are reaching for here enough to run with it

Harvey Dent’s first ongoing series starts off with BANG! From the get go, the art is phenomenal and is enough to pull you in alone. I had my reservations that this would just be a gimmicky, throw away series but I was dead wrong. Christian Ward has given Two Face a very compelling plot line and supporting cast here just in issue 1 that keeps you wanting more. Every page really brought me in to the story and left me dying to know what was coming next and of course the final page really leaves you wanting issue #2 like immediately. I am very, VERY excited to see what is in store for Gotham’s favorite bad boy lawyer 🪙 more

Sorry to every other comic that hit the stands this week but for me and my pal this was an absolute and utter hilarious home run. This oozes charm , fun and at my advancing age.....a red face at how much I laughed till I cried....if comics were made to just entertain an old man on a Saturday night in , then Harley Quinn hit the number 1 spot for Xmas.....JM

All of the strength and power that Tom King fumblingly reaches for in the main title, but with a consistent tenderness and intimacy that gives it depth and meaning that the main book lacks. And what incredible art! Sherman's work here feels like Moebius working over panel layouts by JH Williams, and while Thompson's always rock-solid character work is easy to credit for the warmth of this book (which could easily have been icily grimdark in lesser hands), Sherman's lively and empathetic faces are what really seal the deal. This creative team is everything I'd hoped for and then some! more

Similar to what Psycamorean mentioned in the previous issue, but what I like about this is Kelly Thompson's character writing. This isn't Wonder Woman talking like she's from the 1800s with Shakespearan thoughts and dialogue that feels stilted wooden and dry. This is Diana Prince talking like a normal person who feels Empathetic, Earnest and Wise. Her chemistry and dialogue with Steve Trevor immediately make me latch on to her, she's gentle and kind. But she is not a pushover, and she will stand her ground if people test her patience.

The art and coloring work SUPER well. I honestly believe that Absolute Wonder Woman is the best one coming out of this Absolute Universe. Which is a relief and makes me happy since Wonder Woman often gets pushed to the side in the main comics in favor of Batman and Superman. I am excited to see how this goes on. Kelly Thompson truly understands who Diana Prince is as a character, considering Wonder Woman (as a character) has been in limbo ever since DCEU ended. more