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Jenesis reviewed Black Canary #1 Jun 17, 2015
5.5

If you go in realizing this is not the Black Canary you once knew (in name only) and that she had the Batgirling done to her it is entertaining enough. This is one of the comics that benefits from the whole "history means nothing, it is all about the current story". Decent and serviceable art, a story that is easy to read and basic. Style made for Tumblr and cosplay. DC has another winner. Comic f more

Black Canary #1

By: Brenden Fletcher, Annie Wu
Released: Jun 17, 2015

Dinah Lance hits the road! After years as a soldier and vigilante, the LAST place Dinah saw herself is on stagebut shes quickly learning shed die to protect the gang of misfits shes fallen into. And she just might have to for some reason, the newly rechristened band Black Canary seems to be a magnet for troubleand Dinahs not gonna believe it when ...

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Jenesis reviewed Storm #11 May 29, 2015
3.0

Gave it an extra point because it is the final issue.
The covers on this series were gorgeous...next time, just do a pin-up series.

Storm #11

By: Greg Pak, Victor Ibanez
Released: May 13, 2015

• Storm has traveled the globe on a mission to better the world for man and mutant alike.
• But when one of her failures resurfaces in the form of a new threat, will Storm be able to right the wrong, or will she be doomed to relive history?

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Jenesis reviewed Infinity Gauntlet #1 May 29, 2015
5.0

This is a book that, while decent, overall has the feeling on one of those "What-If" titles this crossover is churning out. It allows Marvel to continue with the big diversity push yet as many of us have already seen by the FCBD issue, Nova is a character left unchanged (if any actually have a big status shift). I am not sure why they didn't just allow this title to continue with Sam as the lead a more

Infinity Gauntlet #1

By: Dustin Weaver
Released: May 27, 2015

Think your life is hard? Anwen Bakian's family lives in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, scrounging for food and avoiding giant bugs intent on eating them. Mom left years ago to join the Nova force and never came back. So it's just Anwen, her dad, her sister and her grandpa against the huge insects. That is, until she finds a mysterious stone that may...

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Jenesis reviewed Inhumans: Attilan Rising #1 May 29, 2015
9.5

Hopefully once Secret Wars is all over people start reading the Inhumans (no, I don't think Torch loving Medusa all up will help) but this is an important book, and one of the most episodic titles at Marvel at the moment. It really is like a Game of Thrones type story, and with the mini-reset happening at the moment this is the time to get on board when the reboot begins for the ANMU.

Inhumans: Attilan Rising #1

By: Charles Soule, John Timms
Released: May 27, 2015

• There is a rebellion brewing on Battleworld and it stretches far and wide into every domain. Medusa, ruler of Attilan, is tasked with uncovering the leader of this uprising and scuttling it with extreme prejudice. When she discovers the leader of this rebellion is Black Bolt, however, things get complicated.

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Jenesis reviewed Thor #8 May 13, 2015
6.5

This issue was both enjoyable and disappointing so giving it an honest review is going to be difficult.
On one hand I was expecting a big bombastic battle issue with the Destroyer which, for all intents and purposes was wholly shown in the previews from a month ago. This was the biggest letdown, but it did give me the chance to see Russell and Matt flex their creative muscles. The first 9 pa more

Thor #8

By: Jason Aaron, Russell Dauterman
Released: May 13, 2015

• The final battle with the Destroyer!
•  Guest stars galore!
•  A shocking return!
•  And oh yeah...Thor's secret identity revealed at last!!!

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Jenesis reviewed Fantastic Four #645 Apr 30, 2015
10

All the "why's" and conspiracy theories aside, this is the way to end a series when the time comes to put a story to bed.
Great art and a dedicated team that gave reverence and respect to the world they had been given charge to.
Each character having a moment to shine, as well as a small epilogue was a great send-off.

Fantastic Four #645

By: James Robinson, Leonard Kirk
Released: Apr 29, 2015

THE MOST CONTROVERSIAL FANTASTIC FOUR STORY CONCLUDES IN AN EXTRA-SIZED SPECIAL!
•  Will the Fantastic Four defeat The Quiet Man and the corrupted forces of the Heroes Reborn universe?
•  Will the Johnny get his powers back? Will Reed and Sue be a family again?
•  Will this be the end or will this be 4ever?!

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Jenesis reviewed All-New Captain America #6 Apr 29, 2015
7.5

The Good:
This really was a good arc to set into motion Sam earning his wings as the new Captain America. There was enough of a story to set up some main heroes, villains, and give a "birds eye" view to Sam's world.
Of course the art was dramatic and set a wonderful tone that will be hard to match for whomever the incoming artist may be if the title continues past after Secret Wars. more

All-New Captain America #6

By: Rick Remender, Stuart Immonen
Released: Apr 29, 2015

• Baron Blood vs Captain America, Hydra's war is won, and Zemo's atrocities continue.
•  Sam Wilson will earn his strips--the single greatest sacrifice in a lifetime of them--and he will never be the same again.
•  The end of the first story arc that sets the stage for the coming Age of Hydra.
Rat...

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Jenesis reviewed Thor #7 Apr 16, 2015
9.0

This is how an action comic is done! This and All New Captain America are the only 2 comics from Marvel I buy on day one release now (Thor because of the overall quality and ANCA because of the art). While I like the flow of this story it has had some pacing issues as not a lot of forward momentum has happened (technically the first 4 issues were all the same first 1/2 hour or so of her getting th more

Thor #7

By: Jason Aaron, Russell Dauterman
Released: Apr 15, 2015

• THE BATTLE FOR THE HAMMER RAGES ON!
•  BEHOLD, THE ALL-NEW THOR VS. THE UNSTOPPABLE MACHINE OF DEATH AND DESTRUCTION THAT IS... THE DESTROYER.
•  MOST VERILY, 'TIS 'NUFF SAID.

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Jenesis reviewed Guardians Team-Up #1 Mar 12, 2015
6.0

Decent story, decent art (which is not something I thought I would ever say about Art Adams), he is usually the best around. This is the same as Alan Davis in the upcoming Ultron Unlimited. There is something about the way they are being inked and colored which is hindering the work.

Guardians Team-Up #1

By: Brian Michael Bendis, Arthur Adams
Released: Mar 4, 2015

GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY and THE AVENGERS!
•  Launching directly out of Guardians of the Galaxy comes the new ongoing series bringing the Guardians to the Marvel Universe's grandest stage for an opening arc of out-of-this-world adventures with some of the biggest hitters Marvel has to offer.
•  Kicking off with ...

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Jenesis reviewed Thor #6 Mar 11, 2015
9.0

This is one of my favorite Marvel books at the moment. While this current run is much slower than the God of Thunder, it really does keep the same flow and style as the prior volume.
While some decry that Odinson is not the lead Thor in the book, in the last volume he shared the lead with 2 other characters (future, younger) and well as much of the stories were focused on the family and villa more

Thor #6

By: Jason Aaron, Russell Dauterman
Released: Mar 11, 2015

WHO IS THOR?
•  That's the question on everyone's lips. Most especially Prince Odinson of Asgard. This issue, he starts to narrow down the list of suspects.
•  Meanwhile, tensions continue to flare between the All-Mother and All-Father, Malekith forges his most dangerous pact yet, and Thor prepares to face her ...

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Jenesis reviewed Spider-Woman #5 Mar 4, 2015
8.0

Marvel got their Batgirl. It works for the character, although there is A LOT of talking in the issue. Hopeless writes a pretty good wit for her voice and the new Hawkeye/She-Hulk look and vibe may be a good time for the character.
The art is fine. All in all, a decent issue.
Other than the costume there does not seem to be a "status-altering" shift, per-say as much as a friend who stops more

Spider-Woman #5

By: Dennis Hopeless, Javier Rodriguez
Released: Mar 4, 2015

NEW COSTUME! NEW STATUS QUO!
•  With SPIDER-VERSE in the rear-view, Jessica strikes out to make a new life for herself.
•  But she's not going to do it alone, as she's joined by new SPIDER-WOMAN supporting cast-mate and classic Marvel character BEN URICH!

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Jenesis reviewed Rat Queens #9 Mar 4, 2015
7.0

It is the type of comic that when it is around it is enjoyable but once it is late, you (aka I) found myself not missing it and not really excited that the new issue came out.
SS does a great job taking some of the sting away from losing Upchurch, but for me, the art always far outweighed the writing and I am used to Sejic (who is fabulous). Roc brought a fresh design. Perspective to the art more

Rat Queens #9

By: Kurtis J. Wiebe, Stjepan Sejic
Released: Mar 4, 2015

"THE FAR REACHING TENTACLES OF N'RYGOTH," PART FOUR. Life in Palisade is a goblet of toasty sweet mulled wine. But this issue is the skull-pounding headache the next morning when all you're left with is the consequences. And they are life-changing, awful ones at that. SPECIAL COVER BY SUPERSTAR ARTIST JENNY FRISON!

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Jenesis reviewed Saga #26 Mar 4, 2015
6.0

The feeling I had when issue 25 arrived carries over into this issue and I hope I am wrong but it feels like this series is starting to lose it's luster. During the second storyline, while the same formula carried from issue to issue...moving plot, angst, funny line, shocking action scene, sex, cliffhanger, the time off between 24 and 25 really deflated the series for me and issue 26 seemed to rea more

Saga #26

By: Brian K. Vaughan, Fiona Staples
Released: Mar 4, 2015

Gwendolyn's quest takes an interesting turn.

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Jenesis rated Storm #7 Feb 5, 2015
3.5

Storm #7

By: Greg Pak, Victor Ibanez
Released: Jan 7, 2015

• Over the course of her recent adventures, Storm has made some powerful enemies.
•  And now they've pulled some strings and had her branded Public Enemy Number One!
•  Can Storm evade the authorities long enough find out who's gunning for her and clear her name?
Rated T+

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Jenesis reviewed Angela: Asgard's Assassin #3 Feb 5, 2015
9.0

This is the panther of the Marvel Universe right now and hopefully Marvel can find a way to promote this to a higher degree as it deserves to be read.
The dual story-telling in the title just works and having two voices really helps flesh out and move the story along without feeling like there are constant exposition or flashback moments.
Not a fan of the new outfit personally as it seem more

Angela: Asgard's Assassin #3

By: Kieron Gillen, Phil Jimenez
Released: Feb 4, 2015

• The Tenth Realm of Heven crashes into... wait, which number is Vanaheim? Well, Vanaheim. We're going to Vanaheim for adventures, fun and bleak existential horror!
•  Does Loki join the pursuit of Angela and her tiny, diaper-wearing charge? Well, we'd have to be really cruel to mention him here if he's not going to tur...

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Jenesis reviewed Ms. Marvel #11 Feb 5, 2015
6.0

Personally I enjoy the book but I do think it is somewhat (ok, highly) overrated. The story has meandered for quite a while now, and although "cute", the character has not progressed much since the first arch. The art as always is astounding but for me, Wilson may have run her time as the author and a fresh voice may be needed to move this character forward.
The book was not meant to last pas more

Ms. Marvel #11

By: G. Willow Wilson, Adrian Alphona
Released: Feb 4, 2015

• The darling of the Marvel Universe gets ready for the ultimate showdown!
•  On patrol full-time, Ms. Marvel needs to find The Inventor before he does Jersey City some real damage!
•  But how much longer can Ms. Marvel's life take over Kamala Khan's?
Rated T+

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6.0

I guess this is a title WAY out of my wheelhouse. I am blown away at the reviews this is getting.
The story is ok, but very juvenile. The art serves the story well but it does seem like it is trying too hard to be "indie" but the character and the speaking seem like they are trying to make her "special" and not in the mutant way.
It is a fresh type of Marvel title but...just not my thing more

The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl #1

By: Ryan North, Erica Henderson
Released: Jan 7, 2015

• Wolverine, Deadpool, Doctor Doom, Thanos: There's one hero that's beaten them all-and now she's got her own ongoing series! (Not that she's bragging.)
•  That's right, you asked for it, you got it, it's SQUIRREL GIRL! (She's also starting college this semester.)
•  It's the start of a brand-new seri...

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Jenesis reviewed Wonder Woman #37 Dec 18, 2014
3.0

2 issues in and I think it is safe to say that the concerns over the new creative couple are confirmed.
The story seems more beginner fan-fiction than a thought out storyline, and the guest-stars, and the big spoiler...where did the Wonder Woman from issue 34 go?
The art...you will either love Finch or not and while some pages are highly detailed, the cheesecake factor, and the odd tween more

Wonder Woman #37

By: Meredith Finch, Richard Friend
Released: Dec 17, 2014

Superman arrives on Paradise Island to support Wonder Woman in her darkest hour, but their bond may be breaking apart! No time for Diana to think, though, as a mythological force seemingly tied to Wonder Womans role as War attacks the Amazons!

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Jenesis reviewed All-New X-Men #34 Dec 18, 2014
6.0

With the extended wait between issues, this was a disappointment.
Not much happens to move the book forward in the storyline, but it is appreciated that each member gets a page or 2 as a spotlight.
Hank seems to be slowly turning into the self-pitying younger version of his older self which is a came as this is one of the redeeming qualities of this younger cast. There were a few "ugh" m more

All-New X-Men #34

By: Brian Michael Bendis, Mahmud A. Asrar
Released: Dec 17, 2014

• The ALL-NEW X-MEN continue their adventure in the Ultimate Universe!
•  Guest-starring Miles Morales and scores of other Ultimate characters!
•  Will either universe ever be the same again?

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Jenesis reviewed Fantastic Four #14 Dec 17, 2014
9.5

I am as sad as anyone that this title is ending, but I am glad the controversy seems to be bringing readers in.
The storyline is a little difficult for any non-familiar reader which can lead to some raised eyebrow moments.
Story is deep and thoughtful and everything seems to tie back to a previous event.
The art...this may well be Kirk's moment. He has always been a great artist and more

Fantastic Four #14

By: James Robinson, Leonard Kirk
Released: Dec 17, 2014

• The team begins their hunt for the missing REED RICHARDS as the ALL-NEW INVADERS seek the missing children of the FUTURE FOUNDATION.
•  Meanwhile the villain who is behind everything reveals his motives to Reed stretch far back into REED AND SUE'S PAST.
•  VALERIA comes back to America. But whose si...

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Jenesis reviewed All-New Captain America #2 Dec 17, 2014
9.0

What a restart.
The story is a little heavy but if any art can elevate a book it is the Stuart. He really is an adjective when it comes to what he is able to produce.
I was not able to find much fault in the book itself, and I will say, the fact that most all characters in the title, even guest stars, handle the shield better than Sam is funny.
My only complaint...what was with the more

All-New Captain America #2

By: Rick Remender, Stuart Immonen
Released: Dec 17, 2014

• The new Hydra has formed, comprised of the most ruthless villains of the Marvel Universe as the great infiltration continues!
•  Cap uncovers the ultimate goal of the new Hydra but is it too late to stop them?
•  Cap and Nomad's new partnership is put to the ultimate test as they race to uncover The...

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Jenesis reviewed Storm #6 Dec 17, 2014
3.5

Well, they say all things created have a purpose.
Art: Better than I could draw but not great compared to previous issues (he does try his best to channel Ibanez though and Storm looks pretty consistent).
Story: If you liked the previous issues not much will be a surprise. If you have not, not much will be a surprise, but the dialogue is a little worse. And what was with the "and know yo more

Storm #6

By: Greg Pak, Alejandro Barrionuevo
Released: Dec 17, 2014

• Finishing her business with Yukio in Las Vegas, Storm hitches a flight home.
•  But unbeknownst to her, she's got some stowaways in her carry-on luggage: vengeful assassins armed to the teeth!
•  And they intend to make sure Storm doesn't reach her destination...
Rated T+

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Jenesis reviewed Saga #24 Dec 10, 2014
8.0

Very solid issue.
While this series is a major hit or miss for me in regard to having one issue making me salivate until the next one and others leave me with dry mouth (which has happened more lately unfortunately).
This issue revisits past characters, sets up the future arc, and while I did not think the cliffhanger was all that amazing, I thought it was a very television approach to more

Saga #24

By: Brian K. Vaughan, Fiona Staples
Released: Oct 29, 2014

Hey, it's The Brand and Sweet Boy!

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Jenesis reviewed Thor #3 Dec 10, 2014
7.5

To be honest, I enjoy the new Thor but it still grates on me that they have not explained how the hammer, which was previously bonded to Thor's own life-force, not to mention Odin having enchanted the weapon, can be so easily rendered from them. This is a piece that seems like a glaring omission not to address or even have Odinson mention.
This issue did seem to put the brakes on slightly and more

Thor #3

By: Jason Aaron, Russell Dauterman
Released: Dec 10, 2014

• Lifting the enchanted hammer Mjolnir has transformed a mysterious woman into an all-new version of the mighty Thor.
•  But what happens when she's separated from that hammer?
•  Plus, Frost Giants! ROXXON! And oh yeah, whatever happened to the guy who used to carry that hammer?
Rated T+

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Jenesis reviewed Amazing Spider-Man #11 Dec 10, 2014
8.0

The fact that the "Main Event" in Amazing is basically self-contained is a welcome reprieve from Marvel's current and constant event strategy. You really need not read any tie-in issues to get the main storyline here and as of now, nothing occurring in those books really matter other than to see some of the spider people fighting back or dying.
I do think losing Coipel for the next couple of more

Amazing Spider-Man #11

By: Dan Slott, Olivier Coipel
Released: Dec 10, 2014

SPIDER-VERSE PART 3!
•  AMAZING SPIDER-MAN VS. SUPERIOR SPIDER-MAN!
•  The Spider-Army doesn't have time for this squabbling as the Inheritors tighten their noose.
Rated T

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Jenesis reviewed The Valiant #1 Dec 10, 2014
8.0

Company "team-up" books can be very hit or miss, especially when pulling characters from multiple IP's and putting them together as a "team". It did not work so well for Unity, in my opinion, but this one works.
You need not know the full backstory of the characters as they are basically easy to summarize in few words(long lived, immortal, a savant, a nanobot-infested killer) and it is settin more

The Valiant #1

By: Matt Kindt, Paolo Rivera
Released: Dec 10, 2014

The Eternal Warrior has protected the Earth for more than 10,000 years. A master of countless weapons and long forgotten martial arts, he is guided by the Geomancers – those who speak for the Earth. During his long watch, the Eternal Warrior has failed three times. Each time, the Geomancer was killed…and a new dark age for humanity began. Each ...

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Jenesis reviewed Angela: Asgard's Assassin #1 Dec 4, 2014
10

Storm take note, THIS is how you start a female solo title. Great art, intriguing story with action, drama, wit, and enough mystery to bring you back for issue 2. This is not a standalone issue, it is the start of an storyline and a welcome to Angela for her ongoing. 2 gorgeously illustrated narratives and unique voices. What a wonderful premier. This is the Marvel Wonder Woman.
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Angela: Asgard's Assassin #1

By: Kieron Gillen, Phil Jimenez
Released: Dec 3, 2014

• All her life, Angela -- the finest warrior of Heven -- was raised to hate Asgard with every fiber of her being.
•  And now Angela knows the truth about her identity: She is Thor's sister. She is an Asgardian.
•  Cast out of her home and wanting nothing to do with Asgard, Angela must now strike out o...

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Jenesis reviewed Birthright #3 Dec 4, 2014
9.5

A truly unique story in a vast array of similar titles on the shelves.
Beautiful and unique. Buy it.

Birthright #3

By: Joshua Williamson, Andrei Bressan
Released: Dec 3, 2014

After a standoff in the police station, the Rhodes family is on the run from the law, and for their lives. And just what horrors did Mikey survive while he was away?

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Jenesis reviewed Chew #45 Dec 4, 2014
9.0

Anyone following this title already knows the quality but no one is prepared for the final page...wow.

Chew #45

By: John Layman, Rob Guillory
Released: Dec 3, 2014

"CHICKEN TENDERS," Conclusion! The aftermath of last issue's shocking events, and an ending that's even MORE shocking. Plus, this issue comes with a WRAPAROUND TRI-FOLD COVER, starring everybody's favorite government secret agent cyborg rooster, POYO!!!

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Jenesis rated Storm #4 Dec 4, 2014
4.5

Storm #4

By: Greg Pak, Victor Ibanez
Released: Oct 15, 2014

DEATH OF WOLVERINE Aftermath!
•  Wolverine has been many things to Storm over the years: teammate, friend, confidant, mentor and-most recently-lover.
•  But upon his death, Storm finds her world thrown into chaos.
•  Will finishing a piece of his unfinished business alongside their mutual all...

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