Home · Reviews · Interviews · Contests · Forums · Video Player COMIC BOOK REVIEWS 1602 #1Comic Book Review - Aug 15, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The year is 1602. The place is the England of Queen Elizabeth I. Can Neil Gaiman wow readers again with this bizarre take on your favorite Marvel heroes and villains? 52 - #1 - 26Comic Book Review - Nov 24, 2006 - By Jonathan Baylis This was supposed to be a sequel to "Infinite Crisis" full of sound and fury. But so far? It don't signify nothin'. Abadazad #1Comic Book Review - Feb 21, 2004 - By Rob Irwin Not unlike Harry Potter, The Hobbit or the latest animated Disney feature, Abadazad is aimed at younger readers, but with enough imagination and wit to possibly enthrall older readers as well. Action Comics #811Comic Book Review - Jan 10, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Superman's missing, and Metropolis is disintegrating. Meanwhile, subplots abound and there's a new man in town who flies in a cape. Action Comics #812Comic Book Review - Feb 7, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Superman returns to Krypton... again. Action Comics #814Comic Book Review - Apr 10, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Austen and Reis kick off their tenure on Superman's premiere title, and it's a fantastic debut for the team. Action Comics #815Comic Book Review - May 10, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Kingdom Come comes to Smallville as Gog takes on the Teen Titans until Superman shows up. Action Comics #816Comic Book Review - Jun 6, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The battle with Gog continues, with a seen-it-before conclusion. Action Comics #818Comic Book Review - Aug 8, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The never-ending-storyline continues as a weakened Superman fights off the Weapons Master and a score of other bad guys. Action Comics #820Comic Book Review - Oct 9, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The Silver Banshee is back, just in time for Halloween. Action Comics #822Comic Book Review - Dec 5, 2004 - By R.J. Carter There's a cold front swallowing the Kent farm that has nothing to do with the weather. Action Comics #826Comic Book Review - Apr 9, 2005 - By R.J. Carter More hints of Infinite Crisis as Eclipso comes to Metropolis with a little time to kill. Action Comics #828Comic Book Review - Jun 6, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Doctor Polaris's split personality puts a gender-bender on Superman. Action Comics #829Comic Book Review - Jul 10, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Part 2 of "Sacrifice" finds Superman with blood on his hands. Is it Darkseid's, or has the OMAC Project forced the Man of Steel into murder? Action Comics #830Comic Book Review - Aug 7, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Villains United spills over into Action when Dr. Psycho goes to Metropolis. Adam Strange #1 (of 8)Comic Book Review - Sep 25, 2004 - By R.J. Carter DC's spacefaring hero is back in a breakthru hit by Andy Diggle and Pascal Ferry. Adam Strange #2Comic Book Review - Oct 24, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Rann has been destroyed... or has it just been stolen? Adam's going to find out or die trying (probably the latter.) Adam Strange #3Comic Book Review - Nov 21, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Rann's protector is rescued--then captured--by the Thanagarians, who accuse him of Rann's destruction. Adventures of Superman #627Comic Book Review - Apr 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Clark is demoted to the crime beat as the new team of Rucka and Clark take over the title. Adventures of Superman #629Comic Book Review - Jun 13, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Superman's problems mount when a hottie on the SCU aggressively sets her sights on the Man of Steel. Adventures of Superman #630Comic Book Review - Jul 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter We interrupt your regularly scheduled slugfest for an important message from the fifth dimension. Adventures of Superman #639Comic Book Review - Apr 25, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Eclipso needs a body to possess to better exact his evil desires. And what better body than Superman's? All Star Superman #3Comic Book Review - Apr 2, 2006 - By R.J. Carter Superman gives Lois super powers for her birthday -- just in time for Samson and Atlas to crash the party. All-Star Superman #6Comic Book Review - Jan 7, 2007 - By R.J. Carter Jonathan Kent finally goes gently into that good night -- and to nothing more exotic than a simple heart attack. And where is Superman while this is happening, and why can't he save his father? Amazing Spider-Man #44Comic Book Review - Sep 4, 2002 - By R.J. Carter If your wife leaves you because you spend all your free time fighting supervillains, the last thing you need during an attempted reconciliation is a downtown disturbance by Doctor Octopus. Spider-Man has that very problem -- doubled! Amazing Spider-Man #50Comic Book Review - Mar 4, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Marital problems. That's what Peter and MaryJane Parker have. Marital problems. Not the kind you scream at each other about, but the kind you try to work out over dinner at a private table, or in a secluded section of a park. But can you discuss them and deal with Doctor Doom at the same time? Amazing Spider-Man #51Comic Book Review - Mar 28, 2003 - By R.J. Carter I love a good Vegas mobster story from the good old days, and Straczynski delivers in spades, turning a casino mob hit from 1957 into a modern day superhero problem, bridging the past and present with a particular kind of energy that makes one wonder if there might not be a certain hulking figure in Spidey's future. Amazing Spider-Man #519Comic Book Review - Apr 17, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Spider-Man is "Moving Up" to Avengers Tower--and the Parkers are all coming with him. Amazing Spider-Man #520Comic Book Review - May 23, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Spider-Man and his Amazing Friends take on a Hydra-created quadruplet of Avengers doppelgangers. Amazing Spider-Man #687 Comic Book Review - Jun 13, 2012 - By Chris Delloiacono Dan Slott and Stefano Caselli can take me to the Ends of the Earth any time! American VampireComic Book Review - May 12, 2010 - By R.J. Carter A would-be 1920s starlet finds her life taking an unexpected turn after she's killed by a cabal of powerful vampires. Animal Man Annual #1, "Endless Rot"Comic Book Review - May 30, 2012 - By R.J. Carter Guest starring a plant elemental, but not the one advertised. Aquaman #1Comic Book Review - Dec 16, 2002 - By R.J. Carter Rick Veitch has a difficult task: writing Aquaman in such a way that fans won't constantly be thinking in the back of their minds, "Meanwhile, back in the Hall of Justice..." After all, Aquaman has long been useful only in emergencies where there are fish nearby. Aquaman #15Comic Book Review - Feb 4, 2004 - By R.J. Carter A new direction for Aquaman, and a new geography for San Diego. Atomic Robo, Volume OneComic Book Review - Jun 26, 2008 - By Jeff Ritter Thrill to the two-fisted adventures of a classically styled robot super soldier and the fighting scientists of Tesladyne! Authority #11Comic Book Review - Apr 3, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Alternate worlds are bleeding over, and Jenny Quantum's mother comes calling. Authority #8Comic Book Review - Nov 29, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The Church of Transcendence has converted three Authority figures. Can the remaining save the world from a new religion? Authority / Lobo Christmas SpecialComic Book Review - Dec 4, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The world's most violent super-team meets the unkillable bastich. Authority, The #7Comic Book Review - Nov 3, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The Authority vs. The Church of Transcendence. Any dibs on who wins? Avengers #65Comic Book Review - Mar 29, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The danger this issue comes in the form of a red cloud, a mist that seeps down from Mount Rushmore and infects all who come in contact with it with a flesh-eating virus. The source of the contamination is unknown. It could be a terrorist attack, it could be a naturally mutated virus, it could be a space-born pathogen. But whatever it is, it's a danger the Avengers are prepared to face as they march headlong into this red death... Avengers/JLA #4Comic Book Review - Mar 27, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The dream of fanboys everywhere comes to its conclusion, as universes collide. Bad Girls #1Comic Book Review - Aug 9, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Bad Girls is a modern Josie and the Pussycats with bad attitudes and super powers. Ballad of Sleeping Beauty, The #6Comic Book Review - Jan 22, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Having avenged his wife's death and lost his best friend, Cole and Red begin the final leg of their journey to the cursed town of Briar Rose. Bart Simpson's Treehouse of Horror #8Comic Book Review - Oct 1, 2002 - By R.J. Carter It's that most wonderful time of the year again: Halloween! A time when girls can be ghouls, boys can get boils, and American's favorite dysfunctional animated family presents their traditional Halloween episode! Batgirl #19, "A Blade from the Shadows"Comic Book Review - Apr 11, 2013 - By R.J. Carter Sister hero battles psychotic brother -- but the real story is there's yet another LGBTQXYZ character in Gotham City. Batgirl #50Comic Book Review - Mar 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Batgirl vs. Batman. Batgirl #53Comic Book Review - Jun 27, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Stephanie Brown is the new Robin. Just in case Batgirl readers haven't received the memo, Steph guest-stars this issue. Batgirl #56Comic Book Review - Sep 19, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The War Games go on (and on, and on...) Batgirl: Year One #1Comic Book Review - Dec 23, 2002 - By R.J. Carter What can I say? I've always had a soft spot for the fiery-haired Darknight Darling. So when I saw that there was going to be a multi-part exploration of her first year in the costume, you can count on me being there for the whole trip. Batgirl: Year One #4Comic Book Review - Mar 13, 2003 - By R.J. Carter She's trained (she thinks.) She's put together her arsenal (she thinks.) She's ready to take the leap... she thinks. But Batman thinks otherwise, and steps in to cut this would-be vigilante's career as short as possible. Batgirl: Year One #5Comic Book Review - Apr 10, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Cameron Van Cleer, the Killer Moth, is a would-be supervillain on the outs. Seeking to be to criminals what Batman and Robin are to the police, he finds himself a laughable figure, financially destitute and without henchmen. Left on his own devices, Van Cleer would, no doubt, fade away into obscurity. But things are about to heat up in a big way... Batgirl: Year One #6Comic Book Review - May 16, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The Birds of Prey team up for the first time in this retrospective on the Darknight Darling's cape-and-cowl days. Batgirl: Year One #9Comic Book Review - Aug 15, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Batgirl's caught--by daddy! Is her career over this soon? Batman #13, "Death of the Family: Knock Knock"Comic Book Review - Oct 10, 2012 - By R.J. Carter Yeah, yeah, another overblown "Joker's scary" story, right? Wrong! This is the real deal! Batman #608Comic Book Review - Oct 26, 2002 - By R.J. Carter Every once in a while, a book gets assigned a dream team of creators. Consider this your wake-up call--Batman's just got one, in the form of Jeph Loeb and Jim Lee! Batman #611Comic Book Review - Feb 3, 2003 - By R.J. Carter We're four chapters into the 12-part "Hush" storyline, and we still don't quite know what's going on. Does this chapter clear things up? Nope. But it's a fun ride, nonetheless. Batman #612Comic Book Review - Mar 3, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Batman. Superman. They're the world's finest heroes. So why are they at each other's throats? It's Round 2 of the Never Ending Fanboy Battle! Batman #613Comic Book Review - Mar 29, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The tension in Loeb & Lee's masterpiece gets turned up another notch as we reach the halfway point in "Hush." It's a night at the opera with Bruce Wayne and Leslie Thompkins. To complicate things, Leslie has invited a guest: Selina Kyle, aka Catwoman, with whom Batman (but not Bruce Wayne) has been developing a romantic relationship. Batman #614Comic Book Review - May 2, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Great artwork, some small amount of story advancement, and a major reveal make this issue an odd mix of thrills and disappointments as Batman dukes it out with the Joker in the seventh chapter of the much-talked-about "Hush." Batman #617Comic Book Review - Aug 1, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The Hush mystery deepens... and you'll never believe who shows up at the end of this issue. Batman #618Comic Book Review - Aug 28, 2003 - By R.J. Carter "The Game" is the penultimate chapter to the Hush story arc, as Batman begins to put all the clues together. Batman #619Comic Book Review - Sep 25, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The last chapter to what is sure to be remembered as a classic Batman story. Batman #621Comic Book Review - Nov 23, 2003 - By R.J. Carter A murderous history repeats itself, putting Batman on the trail of a killer of a young boy's parents. Batman #627Comic Book Review - May 10, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Penguin hires Scarecrow to scare out some respect in his thugs; but the plan backfires and brings heat from Batman. Batman #634Comic Book Review - Nov 21, 2004 - By R.J. Carter War Games: Decompression. Batman #636Comic Book Review - Jan 22, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Batman patrols Gotham with his first partner--even while it seems more and more likely that his second partner is operating in town! Batman Allies Secret Files and Origins 2005Comic Book Review - Jun 27, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Three different looks into the post-"Gang War" Gotham City and the changed relationships that exist. Batman and Red Robin #19, "Denial"Comic Book Review - Apr 11, 2013 - By R.J. Carter Batman might want to consult with Rick Jones for a little grief counseling. Batman and Robin #1, "Born to Kill"Comic Book Review - Sep 15, 2011 - By R.J. Carter DC's "New 52" for certain has some gems in its lineup. However, Batman and Robin is going to take quite a bit of polishing before it has a shot at competing with their gleam. Batman Annual #1Comic Book Review - May 30, 2012 - By R.J. Carter Snyder, Tynion and Fabok deliver the definitive Mr. Freeze story. Batman Incorporated #1, "Leviathan, Part One: Demon Star"Comic Book Review - May 23, 2012 - By R.J. Carter Did Robin Die Tonight? I'll never tell. Batman Incorporated #8, "The Boy Wonder Returns"Comic Book Review - Feb 28, 2013 - By R.J. Carter Grant Morrison giveth, and Grant Morrison taketh away. Batman Strikes, The #1Comic Book Review - Sep 11, 2004 - By R.J. Carter A leaner, younger, brasher Bruce Wayne enters his third year of crimefighting. Based on the new WB cartoon. Batman Strikes, The #8Comic Book Review - Apr 10, 2005 - By R.J. Carter A battle between Batman and Firefly causes destruction close to home and heart for Bruce Wayne. Batman: Dark Detective #1Comic Book Review - Apr 30, 2005 - By R.J. Carter A classic creative team returns to the Dark Knight. Batman: Dark Detective #5Comic Book Review - Jul 3, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Overly drawn-out, undercharacterized, unbelievable and ultimately forgettable, Batman: Dark Detective has turned out to be a disappointing reunion of talent. It's like the comic book equivalent of "Hit Me Baby One More Time." Batman: Dark Detective #6Comic Book Review - Jul 24, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Batman enters the Joker's lair to rescue Silver St. Cloud. Now if only someone would have rescued this series. Batman: Gotham Knights #33Comic Book Review - Sep 24, 2002 - By R.J. Carter For a while now, Bane has been on a mission: to destroy all Lazarus Pits and remove the source of power for Ras Al Ghul. He's down to just one, but he needs Batman's help in finding it. Batman: Gotham Knights #50Comic Book Review - Feb 15, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Hush II Batman: Gotham Knights #52Comic Book Review - Apr 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter This "Hush" storyline proves the point that sequels are never quite as good as the originals. Batman: Gotham Knights #53Comic Book Review - May 15, 2004 - By R.J. Carter "Hush" II plods on as Batman and Green Arrow go at each other while Hush comes to Prometheus's rescue. Batman: Gotham Knights #54Comic Book Review - Jun 13, 2004 - By R.J. Carter More information comes to light on the Joker's origins. Batman: Gotham Knights #57Comic Book Review - Sep 11, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The turning point in the War Games is reached as a lightbulb finally goes off for Batman. Batman: Gotham Knights #58Comic Book Review - Oct 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter This action packed chapter of War Games is worth the read even if you're not following the mega-arc. Batman: Harley and Ivy #1 (of 3)Comic Book Review - Apr 24, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The Femme Fatales of the Bat-universe are together again. But will their friendship (and Harley) survive when Harley makes Ivy extra-angry? Batman: Harley and Ivy #2Comic Book Review - May 23, 2004 - By R.J. Carter It's hardly a vacation when Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy explore the rainforest in search of the rare zombie root. Batman: The Return of Bruce Wayne #1, "Shadow on Stone"Comic Book Review - May 13, 2010 - By R.J. Carter I had thought after Final Crisis (and the first issue of Batman and Robin) that I had successfully sworn off Morrison. But damned if the guy doesn't keep on coming up with concepts that make me try him again each time. Battle of the Planets #3Comic Book Review - Sep 23, 2002 - By R.J. Carter G-FORCE! The teen team supreme from my Japanimation childhood are back in comic book form, with more complex storytelling style and no 7-Zark-7. Bionic Man #11, "The Back Forty"Comic Book Review - Jul 25, 2012 - By R.J. Carter Steve Austin returns home to find the man beneath the bionics. Bionic Man vs The Bionic Woman, The #1, "Artificial"Comic Book Review - Jan 16, 2013 - By R.J. Carter It's the bionic battle of the sexes as Dynamite Comics pits the two classic heroes against each other. Birds of Prey #1, "Endrun"Comic Book Review - May 13, 2010 - By R.J. Carter The Birds are back in town -- and they haven't missed a beat. Birds of Prey #108: "Swan Song"Comic Book Review - Jul 22, 2007 - By R.J. Carter BoP scribe Gail Simone pens her farewell issue this month, as Oracle and Spy Smasher face off for control of the organization. Birds of Prey #50Comic Book Review - Dec 23, 2002 - By R.J. Carter This issue breaks with tradition in that it is an anniversary issue yet makes no attempt at any grand, earth-shattering adventure (either kicking off or wrapping up), and it is the usual, standard-sized issue. Birds of Prey #56Comic Book Review - Jun 23, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The talented Gail Simone takes over the writing chores for the Birds in this jumping-in issue filled with great characterizations and an emotionally-packed cliffhanger. Birds of Prey #57Comic Book Review - Jul 24, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Dinah's in trouble, and Oracle only has one vigilante she can turn to for help: The Huntress. Birds of Prey #61Comic Book Review - Nov 16, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Birds of Prey continues to be the book with the greatest characterization and interaction of any title on the market. Birds of Prey #62Comic Book Review - Dec 20, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Black Canary and Shiva are two girls on the town in Hong Kong; meanwhile, Oracle has an information crisis. Birds of Prey #63Comic Book Review - Jan 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Black Canary and Cheshire learn that nighties plus swimming pools equals increased sales. Oh, and the writing is good, too. Birds of Prey #64Comic Book Review - Feb 15, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Canary teams with Shiva and Cheshire, while Barbara is arrested under the Patriot Act for being Oracle. Birds of Prey #65Comic Book Review - Mar 22, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Shiva vs. Cheshire. Canary vs. the US Goverment. And Huntress to the rescue? Birds of Prey #69Comic Book Review - Jul 4, 2004 - By R.J. Carter It's Huntress's first assignment as a full agent of Oracle in this first enthralling chapter of a new story arc. Birds of Prey #71Comic Book Review - Aug 1, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Two birds recover from vicious attacks, and Barbara develops a vision of her future. Birds of Prey #83Comic Book Review - Jun 11, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The OMAC Project makes a cameo in this issue which finds Oracle and Huntress attacking Gotham drug lords from opposite ends. Birds of Prey #84Comic Book Review - Jul 16, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The Singapore Sting has gone south, just when Babs gets more bad news about her condition. Bite Club #1Comic Book Review - Apr 10, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Chaykin and Tischman deliver up a mafia vampire story that bites. Blackest Night #1Comic Book Review - Jul 16, 2009 - By R.J. Carter You all know the oath -- "In brightest day, in blackest night, no evil shall escape my sight?" Turns out the Guardians of Oa weren't just turning a poetic phrase for the Green Lanterns. Blackpool #1Comic Book Review - Jul 18, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Medium by way of H.P. Lovecraft best describes the story of Annabelle MacAleister, a college student who dreams murders. Blood of the Demon #1Comic Book Review - Mar 6, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Jack Kirby's classic characters once again get their own magazine. Blood of the Demon #3Comic Book Review - May 1, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Etrigan vs. Batman. Nuff said. Bloodshot #1 (2012)Comic Book Review - Jul 10, 2012 - By Chris Delloiacono Brilliant art and savvy writing show why Valiant is the comic company to follow! Blue Beetle #1Comic Book Review - Apr 2, 2006 - By R.J. Carter The Infinite Crisis giveth, and the Infinite Crisis taketh away, as we meet the kid who inherits the moniker abandoned by the late Ted Kord. Booster Gold #3Comic Book Review - Oct 12, 2007 - By R.J. Carter Booster Gold is making comic books fun again. The top notch writing and art makes each issue a pleasure to read, and re-read, and the book has quickly jumped to the top of a lot of folks' subscription lists, present company included. The Brave and the Bold #3: "The Lords of Luck, Chapter 3"Comic Book Review - Apr 23, 2007 - By R.J. Carter Far from being a Batman team-up book, Brave and Bold leans more toward being a Justice League Unlimited, taking advantage of the wide range of characters and potential interactions within the DC Universe. Brave and the Bold, The #4: "The Garden of Destiny"Comic Book Review - Jun 23, 2007 - By R.J. Carter DC's best and most-overlooked title continues to deliver a rollicking good story with fantastic artwork. Breach #3Comic Book Review - Mar 6, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The investigations into Zanetti's powers continue, attracting the attention of Kobra... and a few other interested parties. Captain America #8Comic Book Review - Aug 7, 2005 - By R.J. Carter An old KGB operative by the name of "The Winter Solder" is causing a stir in Cap's world. But do we know this man by another name? Captain Carrot and the Final Ark #1Comic Book Review - Oct 11, 2007 - By R.J. Carter The Amazing Zoo Crew is back in action in this three-part miniseries that ties into DC Comics year-long Countdown event. Catwoman #25Comic Book Review - Nov 23, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The death of Black Mask leaves the East End as open territory for new mob bosses. Catwoman #26Comic Book Review - Dec 20, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Catwoman has chased the mob from the East End. The mob wants it back. Catwoman #34Comic Book Review - Aug 21, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Catwoman vs. Mister Freeze. And Spoiler reveals some shocking details behind the War Games. Common Grounds #1Comic Book Review - Jan 15, 2004 - By Rob Irwin The concept of going "behind the cape" and showing superheroes in less flattering - or downright funny - situations isn't new in comic books anymore. Countdown to Infinite CrisisComic Book Review - Mar 25, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Spinning out of Identity Crisis, and cascading throughout the DC Universe, this book gets this week's highest recommendation. Courtney Crumrin and the Night Things #1 - Free Comic Book Day editionComic Book Review - May 7, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Ted Naifeh has created a spectacularly entertaining world that blends Alice In Wonderland with The Nightmare Before Christmas. The unique art, wonderful black humor and melodrama make this book completely irresistable. Crossovers, The #7Comic Book Review - Jul 24, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Meet the Crossovers--four genres living under one roof, each keeping their life a secret from the other. Safely kept secrets, meet Eris, goddess of discord. Let the trouble commence. Danger Girl: Viva Las DangerComic Book Review - Nov 16, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The girls are back in town! Daredevil #14Comic Book Review - Jun 22, 2012 - By Chris Delloiacono The only reason you need to venture to the comic shop each month! Daredevil #44Comic Book Review - Mar 4, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Daredevil has gone from a book that was so chronically late as to lose its readership to a book that is so hot that you only think it's late when you look for a new issue a week after the last one. Daredevil vs. Punisher #1Comic Book Review - Jul 3, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Punisher is in town to off bad guys. Daredevil tries to stop him. For this, Marvel required a miniseries? Daredevil: Redemption #3Comic Book Review - Mar 27, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The devil went down to Alabama, looking for justice in a town that masks guilt with religion. Dark Horse Presents #23Comic Book Review - Apr 25, 2013 - By Chris Delloiacono The Return of Bloodhound!!!!!! Dark Shadows #6Comic Book Review - Jul 25, 2012 - By R.J. Carter A vampire attack in Collinsport casts suspicion on a struggling Barnabas. The Dark Tower: The Gunslinger Born #1Comic Book Review - Feb 12, 2007 - By R.J. Carter Fans of Peter David and Stephen King find a common ground in this beautifully written and illustrated companion to King's epic tome, The Dark Tower. DC Universe: Decisions #2, "The Great Debate"Comic Book Review - Oct 3, 2008 - By R.J. Carter DC Comics touches upon an interesting and taboo subject for superheroes: who do they support in politics? DC: The New Frontier #1Comic Book Review - Jan 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter This alternate DC Universe history uses a military focus to tell its story. DC: The New Frontier #2Comic Book Review - Feb 14, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Enter the capes. DC: The New Frontier #3Comic Book Review - Mar 13, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Hal Jordan gets a new job and John Jones gets a visitor. Deadshot #3Comic Book Review - Jan 29, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The DC deadeye badguy seems to have turned over a new leaf. But is he a better marksman than Green Arrow? Defenders #1Comic Book Review - Jul 16, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Giffen, DeMatteis and Maguire are back, and bringing their unique blend of hilarity to Marvel's classic team. Detective Comics #775Comic Book Review - Oct 8, 2002 - By R.J. Carter It's Greg Rucka's swan-song (or bat song) as he wraps up his final issue on a fantastic run of Batman stories that have focused more on the human, detective side of the masked manhunter than on being a superhero. Detective Comics #784Comic Book Review - Jul 6, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Batman and the Golden Age Green Lantern. Both Gothamites, about to come head-to-head over an old murder case that's begun repeating. Detective Comics #788Comic Book Review - Nov 5, 2003 - By R.J. Carter This latest Batman adventure reads like a list of tired Raymond Chandler metaphors and similes run through a blender. Detective Comics #789Comic Book Review - Nov 30, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The conclusion to "The Randori Stone" and introducing: "The Tailor." Detective Comics #790Comic Book Review - Jan 3, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Newcomer Anderson Gabrych writes up a character study of Batman and his associates on an important anniversary. Detective Comics #796Comic Book Review - Jul 4, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The new Robin finds herself pitted against the serial killer Zsasz in this highly recommended issue. Detective Comics #800Comic Book Review - Oct 30, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The War Games are over. But it's a whole new ballgame in Gotham these days as the entire paradigm of the Bat universe shifts. Detective Comics #809Comic Book Review - Jul 30, 2005 - By R.J. Carter While Robins continue to turn up dead in Gotham Knights, there's a real dead Robin that Batman still has to answer for: Stephanie Brown. Detective Comics #817Comic Book Review - Mar 3, 2006 - By R.J. Carter DC's "One Year Later" stories kick off with "Face the Face", a Batman story full of questions by James Robinson. Detective Comics #834: "Trust"Comic Book Review - Jul 8, 2007 - By R.J. Carter Batman and Zatanna work past their trust issues to combat the Joker in this story from Paul Dini and Don Kramer Earth 2 #2Comic Book Review - Jun 7, 2012 - By Chris Delloiacono Fabulous art, brilliant writing, and needed diversity. Earth Two #1 (The New 52)Comic Book Review - May 2, 2012 - By R.J. Carter Welcome to Earth Two. You only think you've been here before. Emma Frost #1Comic Book Review - Jul 11, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Meet the White Queen when she was merely a pale princess. Enginehead #1Comic Book Review - Apr 3, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Mature readers with patience may find rewards following this tale; however, right out of the gate, this book doesn't carry the "can't wait" urgency a first issue should generate for the second. Escapist, The #1Comic Book Review - Mar 11, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Michael Chabon's Master of Elusion "escapes" the bonds of Kavalier and Clay as he bounds onto the four-color page. Ex Machina #1Comic Book Review - Jun 13, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Mitchell Hundred is mayor of New York--which would be hard enough even if he wasn't the only man on Earth with super powers. Ex Machina #12Comic Book Review - Jun 13, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Mayor Hundred gets called for jury duty, while a new superhero is making waves in town. Ex Machina #3Comic Book Review - Aug 14, 2004 - By R.J. Carter A former superhero finds greater challenges navigating the evils of politics as the mayor of New York. But is a villain from his vigilante days trying to draw him back out? Fables #10Comic Book Review - Feb 18, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The uprising is over. The revolution has been put down. Shere Khan is dead, Goldilocks is on the run, and the last two of the three little pigs are to be tried for their crimes. Fables #11Comic Book Review - Mar 15, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Okay boys and girls, what we have here is one of those comic books that's what you call a "try it" story. Which means it's a story that's bound in a single issue, no continuation, no cliffhanger, so... Try it! Fables #12Comic Book Review - Apr 10, 2003 - By R.J. Carter After living in their own private section of New York for hundreds of years, a normal person has glommed onto the fact that the residents of Fabletown are rather long in the tooth (in more ways than one, in Bigby's case.) Fables #13Comic Book Review - May 17, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The Fables have been found out, and it's up to Bigby Wolf and crew to set things right in this caper before it's all over the front pages. And we find out who else is afraid of the Big Bad Wolf. Fables #14Comic Book Review - Jun 13, 2003 - By R.J. Carter A tale of mice and men--and one very bad girl--is the kickoff point for the newest story arc of Bill Willingham's critically acclaimed series of bedtime stories for grown-ups. Fables #17Comic Book Review - Sep 13, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Goldilocks is gunning for Snow White. But then, she's tried that before and failed. Meanwhile, Prince Charming takes a stab at Fabletown politics. Fables #19Comic Book Review - Nov 9, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Hey there Little Red Riding Hood... Fables #22Comic Book Review - Feb 8, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Cinderella runs off to France and we learn she has a secret hidden life. Fables #26Comic Book Review - Jun 6, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The Wooden Soldiers begin the assault on Fabletown, with disastrous consequences. Fables #36Comic Book Review - Apr 10, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Goblin armies rule the homelands with an iron fist. But there's a dark-caped hunter in the woods fighting for justice. Fables #4Comic Book Review - Aug 24, 2002 - By R.J. Carter Once upon a time... in Manhattan. Fade From Grace #1Comic Book Review - Aug 4, 2004 - By R.J. Carter John and Grace have the idyllic life--until John suddenly developes super powers. Fade From Grace #2Comic Book Review - Oct 10, 2004 - By R.J. Carter John and Grace work on a name and a costume, and have an intimate discussion over how John's powers affect their relationship. Fallen Angel #2Comic Book Review - Aug 15, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Asian drug dealers and enigmatic rivals take the fore in this lackluster outing from DC. Fantastic Four #524Comic Book Review - Mar 28, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The Fantastic Four are fantastic even without their powers, as they go chasing cosmic energies around New York. Fantastic Four #527Comic Book Review - May 21, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Reed's had to sign over all the Fantastic Four's assets to the government. But there's a new development in the finances of the Thing. Fantastic Four #528Comic Book Review - Jun 27, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The Fantastic Four may have just encountered their most formidable enemy to date: New York City's Child Welfare Division! Fantastic Four #529Comic Book Review - Jul 24, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The cosmic rays are returning, and Reed believes he's deciphered what they are -- and why they gave the team their powers. Fantastic Four #60Comic Book Review - Sep 2, 2002 - By R.J. Carter What do you do when you're the greatest super-hero team around when your licensing revenues and Q-ratings begin to slip? And why should you even care if you're an altruistic agency? The Fantastic Four face the problem in the nine-cent Fantastic Four #60. Fantastic Four: House of M #1Comic Book Review - Jul 3, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Another Marvel alterverse has Magneto ruling the world, and humans are a genetic minority. What role does Doom and his Fearsome Four play in changing this course of events? Firestorm #1Comic Book Review - May 2, 2004 - By R.J. Carter There's a new Nuclear Man in town. How did that happen? Dan Jolley and ChrisCross hold the answers. Firestorm #6Comic Book Review - Oct 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Mick is worried about Jason's behavior--and becomes a part of the Firestorm combo. Flash #197Comic Book Review - Apr 17, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Hunter Zolomon is a Keystone City cop with a tragic background. One mistake as an FBI profiler created a tragedy that has haunted him all his life. But that shouldn't be a problem. He ought to be able to undo it. After all, the world is filled with people who time-travel. The local Flash Museum even exhibits a device for such purposes--the Cosmic Treadmill. Flash #199Comic Book Review - Jun 27, 2003 - By R.J. Carter He's faster. More ruthless. Unafraid. What chance does Flash have against the new Zoom? Answer: None. Flash #200Comic Book Review - Aug 1, 2003 - By R.J. Carter A powerful beginning races this story to it's conclusion before getting muddled in some rather clunky transitions. Flash #207Comic Book Review - Feb 24, 2004 - By R.J. Carter A new race begins! Flash #208Comic Book Review - Mar 27, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Jay Garrick and Bart Allen show up in time to save Wally's bacon--should he reveal his "secret identity" to them? Flash #209Comic Book Review - Apr 24, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The JLA wants answers. Flash isn't ready to give them yet. It's another race between the Fastest Man Alive and the Man of Tomorrow in the latest chapter of Wally's saga. Flash #211Comic Book Review - Jun 20, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Flash and Nightwing take on the Super Gorilla Grodd; meanwhile, the presence of Zoom is felt in Wally's life once again. Flash #212Comic Book Review - Jul 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Another rogue's history comes to light this issue as Geoff Johns brings us the secret origin of the Mirror Master. Flash #213Comic Book Review - Aug 21, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The Fastest Man Alive meets the Slowest Man Alive: Anyone recall that story about the tortoise and the hare? Flash Archives Volume 4Comic Book Review - Aug 21, 2008 - By Robert Langro Fast, fun, and fleeting - it's the Flash! The Flash: The Fastest Man Alive #13: "Full Throttle: Conclusion"Comic Book Review - Jun 23, 2007 - By R.J. Carter The series completes its run with more of a jog after a mere thirteen issues. Formerly Known as the Justice League #1Comic Book Review - Jul 5, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The sitcom Justice League is back for a few more "Bwa-hahas"... and the original creative team helms the process. Formerly Known as the Justice League #5Comic Book Review - Nov 2, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Manga Khan comes a-calling on the Super Buddies with an offer for L-Ron: G'Nort! Formerly Known as the Justice League #6Comic Book Review - Nov 30, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Manga Khan's giant robots fill the street, the world is threatened with extinction, and G'nort's gotta use the hydrant. GLA #2Comic Book Review - Apr 30, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The Great Lakes Avengers are suffering a loss of roster. It's time to go recruiting! GLA #3Comic Book Review - Jun 11, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Will it be Flatman? Squirrel Girl? Big Bertha? Who's going to bite the dust in this issue? Gotham Central #13Comic Book Review - Nov 11, 2003 - By R.J. Carter There's a sniper loose in Gotham, and all signs point to Joker. Gotham Central #15Comic Book Review - Jan 10, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Joker's captured--but the danger to Gotham is far from over. Gotham Central #30Comic Book Review - Apr 10, 2005 - By R.J. Carter "Silence of the Lambs" is the mood underscoring events as Montoya and Allen play good cop/bad cop with Doctor Alchemy. Gotham Central #33Comic Book Review - Jul 3, 2005 - By R.J. Carter When the body of a teenaged boy is found dead in an alley, Gotham's Finest have to ask themselves: What if this kid really is Robin behind that mask? Gravity #1Comic Book Review - Jun 6, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Marvel's newest superhero offering earns the "Highest Recommendation of the Week." Gravity #2Comic Book Review - Jul 10, 2005 - By R.J. Carter McKeever and Norton continue to deliver an entertaining and engaging tale of being the new super-kid in a big city where superheroic battles are as common as traffic reports. Green Arrow #46Comic Book Review - Jan 9, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The Teen Titans guest in this issue as Green Arrow enrolls the new Speedy. Green Lantern #154Comic Book Review - Sep 16, 2002 - By R.J. Carter Green Lantern #154 departs from the usual high-flying sci-fi adventures to focus on real world problems. Hate crimes are in the spotlight when Green Lantern's friend, Terry, is beaten and near-death for being gay. Green Lantern #176Comic Book Review - Apr 24, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Kyle Rayner is coming home to Earth. But is he prepared for the changes that have occurred in his world while he's been out playing "Space Cop?" Green Lantern #177Comic Book Review - May 23, 2004 - By R.J. Carter It's the day after a day in the new, Earthbound life of Kyle Rayner. Perhaps a battle with Sonar will help break the tedium. Grifter #10Comic Book Review - Jun 13, 2012 - By Chris Delloiacono Fight and Conversation Comics Strike Again. H-E-R-O #10Comic Book Review - Nov 10, 2003 - By R.J. Carter ABSOLUTE COSMIC POWER... itty bitty motivations. H-E-R-O #11Comic Book Review - Dec 7, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Short on text but heavy on storytelling, this self-enclosed tale finds the H-Dial in the hands of Neanderthal Man. H-E-R-O #15Comic Book Review - Apr 11, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Robby Reed is out after the H-Dial. This issue, find out why. Harbinger #1 Comic Book Review - Jun 6, 2012 - By Chris Delloiacono Valiant releases another brilliantly entertaining comic! Hard Time #1Comic Book Review - Feb 2, 2004 - By R.J. Carter After a high-profile school shooting incident, 15-year-old Ethan is sentenced to 50 years in jail. Harry Johnson and the Case of the CrabbesComic Book Review - Nov 21, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The Naked Gun meets Little Annie Fannie in this debut shot of Harry Johnson, the Uncouth Sleuth. Hatter M #3Comic Book Review - Sep 25, 2006 - By R.J. Carter If anyone can understand the chutzpah and raw ambition that's required to put a new spin on the classic Lewis Carroll characters, I certainly can. It comes with the burden of knowing that you will never possibly be able to please the fanbase of Wonderland -- in fact, you very well might incur their wrath. Hawkman #14Comic Book Review - Apr 5, 2003 - By R.J. Carter In Hawkman #7, we saw into a past life of Carter Hall, and witnessed his first meeting with Gentlemen Jim Craddock. Now learn how the two became immortal enemies. Hawkman #21Comic Book Review - Nov 4, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The Headhunter's come to town, and he wants Hawkman's head. Hawkman #22Comic Book Review - Nov 29, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Geoff Johns has wrought a savage change in the personality of the Winged Warrior. Hawkman #23Comic Book Review - Jan 10, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Black Reign continues in what's shaping up to be the kick-ass story of 2004. Hawkman #41Comic Book Review - Jun 13, 2005 - By R.J. Carter As if Fadeaway Man and Lionmane weren't bad enough, an army of Thanagarian Manhawks make the scene -- and things end badly. Hawkman #43Comic Book Review - Aug 7, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The secret origin of Golden Eagle comes to the fore after Carter Hall's funeral. Hawkman #7Comic Book Review - Sep 10, 2002 - By R.J. Carter One of the many treats of James Robinson's run on Starman was the 'Times Past' storylines. Now Robinson works his magic on another of DC's forgotten heroes, Hawkman. Helios #1Comic Book Review - Dec 5, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The freshman comic about military super humans from Dakuwaka shows promise in both writing and art. Helios #2Comic Book Review - Jan 17, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Helios loses some of its sizzle as the main story is obscured by another supervillain slugfest. Hellblazer #192Comic Book Review - Jan 25, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Only Constantine has the ability to stop The Beast--and Constantine is dead. Hellblazer #195Comic Book Review - Apr 24, 2004 - By R.J. Carter John Constantine has lost something important--his memory. And it might just get him killed. Hellblazer #200Comic Book Review - Sep 26, 2004 - By R.J. Carter It's a wonderful life, life, life... or is it? John Constantine pays his debt to a demon in this anniversary issue. Hellblazer #208Comic Book Review - May 22, 2005 - By R.J. Carter John and Nergal go soul searching in Hell... and run into John Constantine?!? Hellblazer #211Comic Book Review - Aug 21, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Rosacarnis is taking the throne. Nergal is taking a new body. And John is playing both sides to save his sister's soul. Hellblazer Special: Lady Constantine #1Comic Book Review - Dec 26, 2002 - By R.J. Carter Constantine, when written well, is perhaps one of the most intriguing characters in comics, and no less so when the Constantine is not John, but his great great great aunt, Johanna. The Helmet of Fate: Sargon the Sorcerer #1Comic Book Review - Feb 11, 2007 - By R.J. Carter David Sargent is a vagabond who suddenly inherits his grandfather's estate and title of Sargon the Sorcerer. Hercules #1Comic Book Review - Apr 17, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The son of Zeus goes on a drunken rant while starring in his own reality show. Human Target #4Comic Book Review - Nov 16, 2003 - By R.J. Carter With solid writing and artwork, Human Target really hits the mark. Human Target #5Comic Book Review - Dec 14, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Christopher Chance has faced down bullets--but can he face down a fastball as he impersonates a Major League Baseball player? Human Torch #1Comic Book Review - Apr 11, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The newest of the Marvel Tsunami line (something you'd have to be an insider to know about, since nowhere on the book does it actually identify this title as such) takes us back to the early days of Johnny Storm, the hot-headed member of the Fantastic Four known as the Human Torch. Identity Crisis #1Comic Book Review - Jun 9, 2004 - By R.J. Carter With the first issue, Identity Crisis has solidified itself as the must-read event of 2004. Incredible Hulk #50Comic Book Review - Feb 18, 2003 - By R.J. Carter With a feature film scheduled for summer release, there's going to be a huge surge in Hulk readership. You don't want to be hopping on that bandwagon after it's too late, do you? Incredible Hulk #51Comic Book Review - Mar 19, 2003 - By R.J. Carter There is a lot--and I mean, a lot, of stuff going on in this issue of Incredible Hulk. If you skip a single panel, you might miss something important. We know from the previous issue that there are spies after the Hulk, spies who are conscripting the Abomination--formerly known as Agent Emil Blonsky--to do their work for them. Blonsky's inducement is that his beautiful wife, Nadia, has been sleeping with a slim stranger who has just walked in from the desert and calls himself Bruce Banner. Incredible Hulk #52Comic Book Review - Apr 14, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The espionage gets hotter in this issue of Incredible Hulk and we finally get to see what's on that DVD that so many people have been--literally--dying to get their hands on. Incredible Hulk #53Comic Book Review - May 7, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The inevitable confrontation between the Hulk and the Abomination reaches critical mass this issue, as Bruce Banner learns about Nadia's role in all the spy business. Incredible Hulk #54Comic Book Review - May 16, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Part superhero epic, part spy thriller, this issue of Hulk brings the "Dark Mind, Dark Hearts" story to a cataclysmic conclusion and opens up more mysteries to carry the story forward. Incredible Hulk #55Comic Book Review - Jun 13, 2003 - By R.J. Carter It's another 25 cent special, perfectly timed to coincide with the theatrical release. But will longtime fans like the changes to the Absorbing Man? Incredible Hulk #82Comic Book Review - May 30, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Bruce Banner meets the love of his lives, just in tiime for her to die and for Hulk to seek revenge. Incredible Hulk #83Comic Book Review - Jul 3, 2005 - By R.J. Carter In the alternate universe of the House of M, the Hulk may be the last, best hope for mankind. Mankind's in trouble. Infinite Crisis #1Comic Book Review - Oct 12, 2005 - By Jonathan Baylis OK, ok, so I was the first one in line at my store to buy this thing. Could it possibly live up to the hype that's been building for over a year? Infinite Crisis #1Comic Book Review - Oct 12, 2005 - By R.J. Carter About the only thing related to the original Crisis on Infinite Earths that doesn't happen in this issue is the resurrection of Barry Allen. Infinite Crisis #5Comic Book Review - Mar 3, 2006 - By R.J. Carter Featuring the return of the Earth 2 Wonder Woman -- and quite possibly the Silver Age Flash -- "Faith" isn't without it's plotting problems. Infinite Crisis #6Comic Book Review - Apr 7, 2006 - By R.J. Carter The penultimate issue of the biggest comics event of the decade ends with Superboy vs. Superboy. Who will win, and at what cost? Infinite Crisis #7Comic Book Review - May 3, 2006 - By Jonathan Baylis Was it all about the hype? Was it all about the multiverse? Was it all about the Trinity? Nah. It was about the action. Infinite Crisis Secret Files & Origins 2006Comic Book Review - Mar 19, 2006 - By R.J. Carter Even if you've read every issue and every crossover, there are still plenty of questions about the events of the Infinite Crisis. Here, Marv Wolfman explains those origins concisely and dramatically. Into The VolcanoComic Book Review - Oct 1, 2008 - By Jeff Ritter Don Wood's volcanic adventure looks good, but does the story go down in flames? Jamming with Aleksandar ZografComic Book Review - Nov 5, 2002 - By R.J. Carter Charles Alverson! Jim Woodring! Robert Crumb! Serbian dream-cartoonist Aleksandar Zograf teams with the best of the independent artists in this special anthology issue. Jennifer Blood #14, "Try Not To Think About It, Andrew Fellows"Comic Book Review - Jul 11, 2012 - By R.J. Carter The cops are closing in on Jennifer Blood, even as her domestic home life encounters a wrinkle of its own. Jennifer Blood #18, "Tuesday, Part Three: The Knives and Fists of a Thieves' Kitchen"Comic Book Review - Oct 16, 2012 - By R.J. Carter Jennifer Blood's secret is out! How will this change the life of the soccer mom serial killer? Jennifer Blood #20, "Storm's A-Comin'"Comic Book Review - Dec 12, 2012 - By R.J. Carter New town. New name. Jennifer Blood feels safe -- but her biggest showdown is right around the corner, and it's five minutes to high noon. Jennifer Blood #21, "The Trial of Jennifer Blood, Part One"Comic Book Review - Jan 16, 2013 - By R.J. Carter Jennifer Blood is on trial. Is this the end for the serial killer mom? Jennifer Blood #25, "Within These Walls..."Comic Book Review - Apr 11, 2013 - By R.J. Carter You can't keep a good killer down. Jennifer Blood Annual #1, "1987: My Father, The Hero"Comic Book Review - Jul 18, 2012 - By R.J. Carter With this first annual of the series, writer Al Ewing -- joined by artist Igor Vitorino -- reveal the answer to a different question: "Why is Jennifer Blood?" JLA #100Comic Book Review - Jun 27, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The pilot for "Justice League Elite" springboards out of this issue as the JLA battle the Elite for the fate of Earth herself. JLA #103Comic Book Review - Aug 8, 2004 - By R.J. Carter When John Stewart makes a choice between which emergency to deal with, someone dies, and the consequences weigh heavily on him. JLA #70Comic Book Review - Sep 5, 2002 - By R.J. Carter "The Obsidian Age: The Hunt For Aquaman" continues as our heroes find themselves stranded in ancient Atlantis, where they face off against super beings with powers to match their own. JLA #76Comic Book Review - Dec 30, 2002 - By R.J. Carter The very first thing that needs to be done to save (yes, SAVE) the JLA (and by this I mean the comic, not the team) is to dump the current creative team, and quickly. JLA #80Comic Book Review - May 5, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The JLA intercede in a standoff between armed government agents and metahuman separatists. It's a super-Waco in the happening if the JLA can't negotiate peace. And if they can't--whose side will they defend? JLA #90Comic Book Review - Nov 23, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Batman and Wonder Woman, sitting in a tree... Enough already! JLA #91Comic Book Review - Dec 20, 2003 - By R.J. Carter A monkey from space comes to check in on the other monkeys, only to arrive in time for the extinction of the species. JLA / Avengers #1Comic Book Review - Sep 6, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The champions of two universes collide in this event that's been a lifetime in the making. JLA Classified #1Comic Book Review - Oct 31, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Grant Morrison returns to the JLA. JLA Classified #4Comic Book Review - Feb 11, 2005 - By R.J. Carter I Can't Believe It's Not The Justice League. JLA Classified #6Comic Book Review - Apr 17, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Beetle, Booster, and the rest of the Super Buddies are in Hell. Fortunately, Guy Gardner is coming to save them. Oh boy... JLA Classified #7Comic Book Review - May 15, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The Super Buddies have a reunion in Hell. You're not going to believe the end of this one! JLA Classified #8Comic Book Review - Jun 11, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The Super Buddies return from Hell, only to find themselves on alternate Earth XXX. JLA Cyberforce #1Comic Book Review - Jul 24, 2005 - By R.J. Carter When a virus-maddened Ripclaw starts creating cyber-zombies, it's up to both teams to come to terms with each other and stop the madness. JLA-Z #3Comic Book Review - Nov 23, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Martian Manhunter thru Zatanna concludes this 3-part index of characters. JLA: Age of Wonder #1Comic Book Review - Apr 19, 2003 - By R.J. Carter This story is yet another twist on changing the when and where of Superman's landing, this time placing the Last Son of Krypton on the scene during the Industrial Revolution in America in a story that is full of alternate histories and lessons in future shock. JSA #46Comic Book Review - Mar 17, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Issue #46 can only be called, for those familiar with professional wrestling lingo, a "slobberknocker." It is page one to page twenty-two fight scene. Characters rush in, characters rush out. (Technically, characters rush in and promptly get their asses handed to them by Mordru and Obsidian--these are two very bad dudes!) Much mayhem and destruction ensue, and a review of the overall plot can be encapsulated in the words "JSA vs. Mordru & Obsidian; to be continued." JSA #54Comic Book Review - Nov 9, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The JLA guest-stars. The crisis? Thanksgiving dinner. JSA #55Comic Book Review - Dec 7, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The JSA make a Christmas visit to an old, old hero in a warm red suit. JSA #56Comic Book Review - Jan 4, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The "Black Reign" begins... JSA #60Comic Book Review - Apr 10, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Mr. Terrific lost his faith. Now the Spectre loses his redemption, and all Hell is about to break loose. JSA #69Comic Book Review - Jan 9, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The JSA of today meet the JSA of yesterday, in an era where McCarthyism has shut down masked vigilantism. JSA #83Comic Book Review - Mar 3, 2006 - By R.J. Carter It's one year after the Infinite Crisis, but you really can't tell it unless you're looking in this tale of DC's original super-team, "Who's Afraid of Ghosts?" by veteran Paul Levitz. JSA All-Stars #1Comic Book Review - May 12, 2003 - By R.J. Carter A minor scuffle with the Injustice Society suddenly becomes a major battle with a demon; four JSA'ers are captive, and it's up to the remaining heroes to examine their pasts before coming face to face with the entity known as Legacy. JSA All-Stars #7Comic Book Review - Nov 5, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Michael Chabon's backup tale of the Golden Age Mr. Terrific makes up for a somewhat unsatisfying feature story about the current version of the hero. JSA All-Stars #8Comic Book Review - Nov 28, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Predictable, lackluster, and completely anticlimactic. JSA Classified #2Comic Book Review - Aug 21, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Is she the great-great-grand-daughter of Arion? Is she the last female survivor of Krypton? Or is she something else entirely? JSA: Strange AdventuresComic Book Review - Aug 14, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Kevin J. Anderson is the newest mainstream novelist to try his hand at comics. The results are less than dramatic. Justice #4Comic Book Review - Feb 18, 2006 - By R.J. Carter This is not your father's Legion of Doom challenging the Super Friends. Justice League #19, "War Games"Comic Book Review - Apr 18, 2013 - By R.J. Carter In case you don't already know it, Batman has a contingency plan for everything. Justice League Adventures #11Comic Book Review - Sep 9, 2002 - By R.J. Carter In the official DC Universe, the World Trade Center and Pentagon disasters of September 11, 2001, have been purposefully ignored. But there's no mistaking the message the creative team sends in this special issue about dealing with the past and moving on toward the future. Justice League Elite #1Comic Book Review - Jul 5, 2004 - By R.J. Carter From the pages of JLA #100 comes the newest in metahuman anti-terrorism--if they can keep their heads about them. Justice League Elite #4Comic Book Review - Oct 9, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Someone assassinated the president of Changsha--quite probably one of the Elite. Justice League of America #11: "Walls"Comic Book Review - Jul 22, 2007 - By R.J. Carter Brad Meltzer and Gene Ha serve up a single-issue story that's a shining example of how to use comics to tell a story. Is the Eisner Award committee reading this one? Justice League of America #5Comic Book Review - Dec 29, 2006 - By R.J. Carter Brad Meltzer and Ed Benes continue their revitalization of the world's greatest superhero team in DC's post-Crisis world. Justice League of America #8: "The Lightning Saga, Chapter 1"Comic Book Review - Apr 23, 2007 - By R.J. Carter Brad Meltzer recycles the "Seven Soldiers of Victory" saga from Tales of JLA Past, substituting seven time-lost members of the Legion of Super-Heroes in this JLA/JSA crossover event. Justice League Unlimited #2Comic Book Review - Oct 3, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The Royal Flush Gang busts up a Justice League poker game when they attack Las Vegas. Justice League Unlimited #3Comic Book Review - Oct 31, 2004 - By R.J. Carter When tiny terrors invade the JLA Watchtower, the Atom has to take a team to the microscopic realm to do battle. Kamikaze #2Comic Book Review - Nov 17, 2003 - By R.J. Carter What is Kamikaze? And why is it so dangerous? Kinetic #1Comic Book Review - Mar 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Tom's going to discover he has super powers--if his own body doesn't kill him first. Kinetic #2Comic Book Review - Apr 24, 2004 - By R.J. Carter What happens when the world's most breakable boy gets hit full on by a speeding semi? Not what you'd expect. Kinetic #4Comic Book Review - Jun 20, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The "focus" this issue is on Tom's mother, who's about to discover her fragile child is now invulnerable. Kiss Kiss Bang Bang #1Comic Book Review - Feb 2, 2004 - By Rob Irwin I remember watching the first Austin Powers movie at the cinema many years ago. The film was quite new, yet the place was half-full... and no one was laughting except my companion and I. Last Hero Standing #1Comic Book Review - May 30, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Contest of Champions this ain't. League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (Vol 2), The #5Comic Book Review - May 8, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Mina and Allan! Hyde and Griffin! Monsters from Mars and Monsters from Earth! Enter with trepidation, gentle reader--this issue is disturbing in many places. League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (Vol. 2), The #1Comic Book Review - Aug 7, 2002 - By R.J. Carter Fully three-quarters of the fun in reading an issue of League of Extraordinary Gentlemen lies in spotting the Victorian elements you can recognize and researching the ones you cannot. League of Extraordinary Gentlemen (Vol. 2), The #6Comic Book Review - Sep 11, 2003 - By R.J. Carter It's the last stand against the invading Martians. How much of the League will still survive? Legacy #1Comic Book Review - May 24, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Young Lucian begins a quest to regain the throne of his father; but first he has to unseat the evil Lord Eridan. But Eridan has an army, while Lucian has only himself. Legend #3Comic Book Review - Apr 24, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Howard Chaykin adapts Philip Wylie's "Gladiator" with an updated version. The Legend of Isis #1Comic Book Review - Sep 11, 2007 - By R.J. Carter It'll take a little more than zephyr winds to straighten out this ambitious reimagining of the Filmation heroine. Legion #30Comic Book Review - Feb 24, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Darkseid is! Legion of Super-Heroes #2Comic Book Review - Jan 22, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Brainiac works hard to come to his conclusions. Dream Girl gets them handed to her. Resentment ensues. Legion Secret Files 3003Comic Book Review - Nov 16, 2003 - By R.J. Carter A 38-page encapsulation of a year of Legion issues. Light Brigade, The #1Comic Book Review - Feb 6, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Even when some of the combatants come from Heaven, war is Hell. The Looking Glass Wars: Hatter M #1Comic Book Review - Dec 13, 2005 - By R.J. Carter A between-the-scenes parallel story to Frank Beddor's novel, The Looking Glass Wars, Hatter M lacks the full ability to stand on its own merits. Losers, The #7Comic Book Review - Jan 26, 2004 - By Rob Irwin This issue sees The Losers kicking back for some much needed R&R after the (literally) explosive events of the first six issues. Losers, The #8Comic Book Review - Feb 1, 2004 - By Rob Irwin Whoah baby - things are getting very interesting in the world of The Losers. Lucifer #44Comic Book Review - Nov 19, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The "Brothers In Arms" trilogy concludes. Lucifer #45Comic Book Review - Dec 13, 2003 - By R.J. Carter A standalone tale of a demonic conference. The venue: the soul of a downtrodden man. Lucifer #46Comic Book Review - Jan 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter A new story arc finds a pair of unlikely friends about to be caught up in Lucifer's latest plans. Manhunter #1Comic Book Review - Aug 15, 2004 - By R.J. Carter A tyro vigilante finds herself up against the cannibal, Copperhead, in the sewers of Los Angeles. Manhunter #2Comic Book Review - Sep 19, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Copperhead is dead, and Shadow Thief plans to avenge the murder. Manhunter #3Comic Book Review - Oct 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter While Kate waits for her son's prognosis, Shadow Thief strikes! Marvel Knights Four #19Comic Book Review - Jun 13, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Two young runaways from Attilan seek refuge with Sue Storm. But when one of them is Gorgon's daughter, and he comes to take her home, is the Invisible Woman enough to hold back an Inhuman's parental fury? Marvel Knights Four #20Comic Book Review - Jul 17, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Parental authority, sovereign governments, and human rights. That's a pretty heavy mix of social relevance to toss into a funnybook. Marvel Knights Spider-Man #14Comic Book Review - May 16, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Spider-Man encounters the Absorbing Man, who's picked up a mysterious ally. But Spider-Man's not without mysterious allies of his own. Marvel Universe: The EndComic Book Review - Mar 16, 2003 - By R.J. Carter It's the end of everything... again. But is it the end of Jim Starlin trying to vainly recapture the glory that was The Infinity Gauntlet? Probably not. Marville #1Comic Book Review - Sep 20, 2002 - By R.J. Carter How cool is the new Marville? It's a book full of lame and mean-spirited jabs at their leading competitor, that ought to make retailiers glad that Marvel has reinstated its book return policy. Marville #6Comic Book Review - Mar 21, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The first issue of Marville was, by and large, panned by reviews (this one included.) I've since avoided it, but seeing that the sixth and final issue was on the stands (with a Greg Horn cover that I'm going to have some trouble explaining when reading this book in public), I thought I'd pick it up and see if the train wreck was really and truly over. Mary Jane: Homecoming #1Comic Book Review - Mar 6, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Spidey's young girlfriend stars in this outstanding new miniseries. Masks #1Comic Book Review - Nov 30, 2012 - By R.J. Carter Roberson and Ross reach back beyond the Golden Age to bring back everything that was fun and exciting in the genre of the masked avenger for justice. Meridian #36Comic Book Review - Jun 2, 2003 - By R.J. Carter In this particular issue, we find Sephie, believing her uncle Ilahn to now dead, sailing through the skies toward the island of Nescoan, there to initiate diplomatic relations with Meridian. Midnight, Mass: Here There Be Monsters #1Comic Book Review - Jan 25, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Night Breed meets Hart To Hart in this Vertigo series about a married pair of monster hunters. The Mighty Titan #1, "A Day in the Life..."Comic Book Review - May 1, 2013 - By R.J. Carter Joe Martino's Kickstarter program sees its fruition with the release of The Mighty Titan #1, a superhero story that's something of a blend between Captain Marvel (the Shazam one, not the alien warrior and certainly not the Split-Xam one) and Rose & Thorn. Ministry of Space TPBComic Book Review - Apr 15, 2005 - By Jonathan Baylis Trading Up #1 - It was a Warren Ellis weekend, but totally by coincidence. Apparently, he�s one of these guys that write almost everything... Monolith, The #1Comic Book Review - Feb 2, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Alice inherits a new friend in the form of protecting golem. Monster ZooComic Book Review - Feb 7, 2009 - By Paul Schultz The latest graphic novel from Doug TenNapel captures the awkwardness of teenage years in the context of a day at the zoo gone horribly wrong. A cursed pagan idol ushers in an animal Apocalypse, and the protagonist learns what it really means to be a hero. My Faith In Frankie #1Comic Book Review - Dec 31, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Frankie has a guardian angel... No, more of a guardian god. Start 2004 with this excellent title! My Faith In Frankie #2Comic Book Review - Feb 2, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Frankie's new boyfriend creates a crisis of faith for Jeriven. My Faith In Frankie #4Comic Book Review - Apr 3, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The conclusion to this winning original finds Jeriven tortured, with Frankie and Kay to the rescue. Mystic #37Comic Book Review - Jun 6, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Giselle Villard wanted nothing to do with magic, before being bestowed with more magic than anyone could have hoped for. But can she survive when a new guild master takes the scene, a master with the ability to cut her off from all magic entirely? The New 52, #1 - Free Comic Book DayComic Book Review - May 6, 2012 - By R.J. Carter Free Comic Book Day included a number of treats, including this special story that sheds some light on the New 52. New Alice in Wonderland #1Comic Book Review - Feb 18, 2006 - By R.J. Carter Lewis Carroll's dreamchild makes yet another leap into fiction, this time into the medium of manga. New Mutants #1Comic Book Review - May 24, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The New Mutants are older, and there's a new crop of New Mutants. It's a revival of nostalgia, but will Marvel readers support yet another X-Book? New X-Men #134Comic Book Review - Dec 3, 2002 - By R.J. Carter For years, the Xavier Institute has been the secret home to mutants, a sanctuary from the humanity that would destroy them and a training ground to teach them to use their powers for the benefit of the planet. Things are changing. New X-Men #139Comic Book Review - Apr 17, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Are dirty thoughts equivalent to infidelity? It depends on whether or not your spouse is one of the most powerful telepaths in the world. Scott Summers is about to have that question answered, and someone is going to die. New X-Men #140Comic Book Review - May 5, 2003 - By R.J. Carter When we last left the Xavier Mansion, Jean Grey and Emma Frost had just battled it out over Scott's mental infidelities. Shortly after, Emma's diamond-hard body was found dead and shattered in her quarters, the victim of a diamond-hard bullet that unerringly found its way to the flaw in her structure. Nightwing #102Comic Book Review - Jan 23, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Dick Grayson has been fired, and seeks advice from Superman on what paths he should take now. Nightwing #134: "321 Days: The Best Friend"Comic Book Review - Jul 8, 2007 - By R.J. Carter Nightwing's stakeout of an old acquaintance is interrupted when he spots someone else wearing Adrian Chase's Vigilante costume. Nightwing Annual #2: "Hero's Journey"Comic Book Review - Apr 23, 2007 - By R.J. Carter In the final days of Infinite Crisis, we get this in-depth look at the on-again, off-again relationship between Dick Grayson and Barbara Gordon. Off-Grid #1, "The Resistance"Comic Book Review - Apr 26, 2013 - By R.J. Carter Plaid Klaus's creator-owned Off-Grid plays on the always fertile ground of dystopian urban conformity versus the illegal individualists living off the land. OMAC Project, The #2Comic Book Review - May 20, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Batman informs the Justice League that one of his plans has once again gone astray. On The Road To Perdition: SanctuaryComic Book Review - Nov 8, 2003 - By R.J. Carter O'Sullivan and Son are still on the road when the Two Jacks catch up to them. Outsiders #1Comic Book Review - Jun 20, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Why wait for crime to happen, when you can take it out with preemptive strikes? That's the premise of this new team book from DC. Outsiders #11Comic Book Review - Apr 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Arsenal is physically fit... but is he mentally and emotionally steady, or has he developed terminal gun-shyness? Outsiders #12Comic Book Review - May 15, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Arsenal is in. Huntress is out. And the Fearsome Five plan a reunion. Outsiders #14Comic Book Review - Jul 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The Outsiders vs. The Fearsome Five and Sivana: This issue, someone's gotta die. Outsiders #2Comic Book Review - Jul 23, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The monkeys are coming! The monkeys are coming! And they are really ticked off! Outsiders #24Comic Book Review - May 20, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Indigo is a plant--she's actually Brainiac 8. Are the Teen Titans and the Outsiders both down for the count? Outsiders #6Comic Book Review - Nov 16, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The Outsiders vs. The Slab: It's nine against 2000. The Slab inmates are horribly outnumbered. Outsiders #7Comic Book Review - Dec 14, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Will the real Metamorpho please stand up? Outsiders #9Comic Book Review - Feb 14, 2004 - By R.J. Carter There's a brand new Sabbac in town... and he's a devil of a villain. The Oz/Wonderland Chronicles #1Comic Book Review - Aug 7, 2006 - By R.J. Carter Lions and Tigers and Jabberwocks -- Oh My! Dorothy and Alice have both grown up and forgotten their fantasy worlds. But the past is coming back to haunt them. The Phantom Stranger #1, "When You're a Stranger"Comic Book Review - Oct 10, 2012 - By R.J. Carter The Phantom Stranger gets an origin -- and more -- in this New 52 premiere title. Planetary #19Comic Book Review - Mar 29, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Mystery in Space, angel astronauts, and the coming of Jacob Greene. Planetary/JLA: Terra OccultaComic Book Review - Sep 19, 2002 - By R.J. Carter Fans of Ellis's acclaimed The Authority will be sure to flock to this book, but if they're looking for the same brand of high adventure that they're used to, I'm afraid they're going to be disappointed. Which is too bad, because the concept really was a good one, that, perhaps drawn out over a mini-series instead of a one-shot, really could have been something worthwhile. Plastic Man #1Comic Book Review - Nov 28, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The JLA's most malleable member gets another crack at his own title. Power Pack #2Comic Book Review - May 1, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Alex ditches babysitting duties for a date with his dream girl. But you can't leave Jack unsupervised with an experimental interdimensional gateway. Presidential Material: Barack ObamaComic Book Review - Oct 8, 2008 - By R.J. Carter IDW presents a flip-book in comic book format that details the history of both major party candidates running for U.S. President. Presidential Material: John McCainComic Book Review - Oct 8, 2008 - By R.J. Carter Andy Helfer and Stephen Thompson have a tough job condensing so much history into a digestible comic format. Promethea #27Comic Book Review - Sep 26, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Promethea vs. Tom Strong. The Meeting of the Millennium! Proof, Volume 1: GoatsuckerComic Book Review - Jun 26, 2008 - By Jeff Ritter Proof positive that there are still fun comics to be discovered. Quantum: Rock of Ages #s 1 and 2Comic Book Review - Mar 11, 2004 - By R.J. Carter A 12-issue multidimensional quest begins in this independent science fiction joyride. Question, The #1Comic Book Review - Oct 31, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Rick Veitch brings back the faceless detective. Question, The #3Comic Book Review - Jan 2, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Questions are answered, and more questions are raised in Rick Veitch's miniseries. Rex Mundi #6Comic Book Review - Jan 25, 2004 - By Rob Irwin When we last saw Dr Julien Saunière, he had narrowly escaped a rather nasty demise, thanks to the efforts of some street urchins. Rex Mundi #7Comic Book Review - Jan 25, 2004 - By Rob Irwin The first thing that caught my eye about this particular issue of Rex Mundi was the massive detour taken by its cover art. Rex Mundi #8Comic Book Review - Feb 7, 2004 - By Rob Irwin You've got to feel sorry for Dr Julien Saunière. In the last few issues of Rex Mundi he's been chased, beaten up and, when we last saw him, he was stumbling across another incredibly gruesome murder scene. Rex Mundi CollectionComic Book Review - Jan 24, 2004 - By Rob Irwin Rex Mundi is the kind of comic that sits on the shelf, gloriously and unashamedly different to the titles sitting on either side of it. Richard Dragon #1Comic Book Review - May 23, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Everybody was kung-fu fighting! And Richard Dragon was kicking all their butts. At least, that's how it used to be. But oh, how the mighty have fallen. Robin #111Comic Book Review - Feb 22, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Tim and Stephanie talk about the past, and a "horrifying truth" is revealed about Steph's life growing up as Cluemaster's daughter. Don't believe the hype. Robin #121Comic Book Review - Dec 9, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The Teen Wonder gets a new archenemy in the homocidal Johnny Warlock. Robin #122Comic Book Review - Jan 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Johnny Warren may have got away, but Johnny Warlock is going to be back to make life hell for the Boy Wonder. Robin #124Comic Book Review - Mar 13, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Father knows... everything. Robin #125Comic Book Review - Apr 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Jack Drake knows Tim is Robin--and that Bruce is Batman. Been nice knowing ya, Jack. Robin #126Comic Book Review - May 15, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Meet the new Girl Wonder. So how is she when she takes over the role abandoned by Tim Drake? In the words of Carrie Kelly: "Didn't suck." Robin #127Comic Book Review - Jun 20, 2004 - By R.J. Carter It's Stephanie's first outing as Robin. How will Tim Drake react when he learns his girlfriend has replaced him at the job? Robin #129Comic Book Review - Aug 14, 2004 - By R.J. Carter "War Games" invades Robin. But with Stephanie fired, and Tim retired, who will come to the rescue with mobsters target Darla Aquista for a rubout? Robin #140Comic Book Review - Jul 16, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Robin the Boy Wonder has been working with an Urban Myth -- and it ain't Batman. Robotech: Invasion #1 (of 5)Comic Book Review - Jan 24, 2004 - By Rob Irwin Robotech never really went away in the hearts and minds of its many fans, however, the franchise has been experiencing a resurgence in the past couple of years. Robotech: Invasion #2 (of 5)Comic Book Review - Feb 7, 2004 - By Rob Irwin At the risk of immediately disappointing people with this review, I've got to say that this issue doesn't click up to the gear I expected it to. Rose & Thorn #1Comic Book Review - Dec 13, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Gail Simone resurrects a tepid backup character and turns her into a red-hot frontliner. Rose and Thorn #2Comic Book Review - Jan 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Rose is ready to start a peaceful new life outside of the Siamare home; and so is Thorn. Ruule v2: Kiss and Tell #6Comic Book Review - Dec 5, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The secret of Sam's strength is out! Ruule Vol. 2: Kiss & Tell #1Comic Book Review - Jun 14, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Samson and Delilah get recast in a Raymond Chandler detective pulp in the second volume of Beckett's franchise. Ruule: Ganglords of Chinatown #1Comic Book Review - Nov 17, 2003 - By R.J. Carter A hodgepodge of violence and blood-letting that just might make a name for itself. Ruule: Ganglords of Chinatown #3Comic Book Review - Jan 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The modern retelling of the story of Gideon's army continues in this title from Beckett Comics. Ruule: Ganglords of Chinatown #4Comic Book Review - Feb 21, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Gid's thus-victorious army faces its first defeat. Ruule: Kiss & Tell #7Comic Book Review - Jan 23, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Sam Swede lies defeated as the noirish retelling of the story of Samson reaches its penultimate chapter. Sandman: Endless Nights SpecialComic Book Review - Sep 18, 2003 - By R.J. Carter There is a respite in our stormy Sandman-less lives, and this book is it. Seaguy #1Comic Book Review - May 15, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Grant Morrison is back in full-form with this edgy, surrealistic fun series. Sentinel #1Comic Book Review - Apr 8, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Juston Seyfort joins the ranks of Jimmy Sparks, Johnny Sokko and Hogarth Hughes in Marvel's story about a boy and his giant robot. Seven Soldiers: Klarion the Witch Boy #1Comic Book Review - Apr 17, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The mystery deepens as Grant Morrison introduces Klarion and his fellow citizens of the underground city of Limbo Town. Croatoan Abides! Seven Soldiers: Shining Knight #1Comic Book Review - Mar 6, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Grant Morrison reimagines Sir Justin and Winged Victory in this four part chapter to the Seven Soldiers project. Seven Soldiers: Zatanna #2Comic Book Review - May 30, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Zatanna and Misty seek a defense against the shapeless one, using the magical items stocked by Cassandra Craft. Sgt. Rock: Between Hell and a Hard PlaceComic Book Review - Nov 6, 2003 - By R.J. Carter In the middle of a war, Sgt. Rock and Easy Company find themselves in the middle of a murder mystery. Smallville (ongoing series) #1Comic Book Review - Mar 22, 2003 - By R.J. Carter An interview with Tom Welling, a behind-the-scenes look at the filming of "Dichotic" and an episode guide to the first part of Season One. Oh yeah, and there's actually a comic story in this comic book as well! Smallville: The ComicComic Book Review - Oct 28, 2002 - By R.J. Carter If you had asked a non-comic book geek where Smallville was two years ago, you may have perplexed a number of people who didn't recognize it as the fictional Kansas town where Clark Kent grew up. Now everyone knows where Smallville is: It's on the WB! So... ButtonsComic Book Review - Nov 13, 2008 - By R.J. Carter Any single "So... Buttons" strip will give you something to ponder. To that end, I recommend reading them one at a time, with space between to fully appreciate the ideas each one will spark. Solo: Tim SaleComic Book Review - Oct 24, 2004 - By R.J. Carter This collection features some very nice vignettes by some talented writers--all illustrated by the incomparable Tim Sale. Space Ghost #3Comic Book Review - Jan 17, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The origin of the Sentinel of the Spaceways continues as the revamped Space Ghost begins to encounter revamped villains. Space Ghost #5Comic Book Review - Mar 14, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The miniseries reaches it's penultimate issue, as Space Ghost takes the fight to Zorak. Spider-Man #13Comic Book Review - Apr 9, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Crusher Creel is in town, Avengers are walking around Peter's living quarters, and there's a mild-mannered reporter with a super secret at the Bugle. Phew! Spider-Man Unlimited #9Comic Book Review - May 1, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Spidey gets super-sticky after a battle with Electro has unexpected consequences. Star Wars: Empire #1Comic Book Review - Jan 17, 2004 - By Rob Irwin And so it begins... Star Wars: Empire seeks to fill in the gaps and generally play with the shadowy corners of the Original Trilogy (OT) of the Star Wars movies. Star Wars: Empire #14Comic Book Review - Feb 7, 2004 - By Rob Irwin Star Wars: Empire #14 is such a disappointing read, it actually made me consider the value of continuing with the series. Star Wars: Empire #15Comic Book Review - Jan 17, 2004 - By Rob Irwin While the destruction of the Death Star was covered in the previous issue of Star Wars: Empire, this issue sees us backtrack to the hours before the super weapon’s destruction. Star Wars: Empire #16Comic Book Review - Feb 1, 2004 - By Rob Irwin I really enjoy stories which take the point-of-view of "the enemy" and, in the case of the Star Wars universe, we have always had a lot less to work with from the Imperial point-of-view. Star Wars: Infinities: Return of the Jedi #1 (of 4)Comic Book Review - Jan 24, 2004 - By Rob Irwin How many times have you found yourself wondering, "What if..." about a particular topic? Star Wars: Infinities: Return of the Jedi #2 (of 4)Comic Book Review - Jan 31, 2004 - By Rob Irwin Wow, what a difference an issue makes. You might recall that I was left a little unsatisfied by the previous issue of this four part series. Supergirl #14: "Special"Comic Book Review - Feb 10, 2007 - By R.J. Carter Supergirl pays a visit on Robin and finds herself up against the new villainous Batgirl. Fortunately for her, the Maid of Might has a new super power up her sleeve. Supergirl #75Comic Book Review - Oct 26, 2002 - By R.J. Carter The year was 1959, and Kara Zor-El stepped out of her rocketship and into the hearts of Super-fans everywhere. Is history getting ready to repeat itself? Supergirl #79Comic Book Review - Mar 3, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Just when you thought you'd seen the last possible twist on Crisis On Infinite Earths, Peter David tosses you about three new ones. Supergirl #80Comic Book Review - Mar 21, 2003 - By R.J. Carter This is it. The end. The whiz-bang battle that will have you gripping the pages so tightly you'll leave fingermarks. It's simultaneously the most depressing and melancholy bit of comics literature I've read in a superhero title, a dichotomy that could only be pulled off by a writer of David's caliber. Superman #192Comic Book Review - Apr 23, 2003 - By R.J. Carter It's been a few months since Superman: The 10 Cent Adventure hit the shelves and teased us with images of Cir-El, the "new and improved" Supergirl. Finally, in this issue, she makes a full-fledged appearance, and the long wait to see her is over. I wish I could say that it's been worth the wait, but I can't. Superman #200Comic Book Review - Dec 20, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Endings and new beginnings in this issue's tale titled "The Last Superman Story." Superman #201Comic Book Review - Jan 25, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... Mr. Majestic??? Superman #217Comic Book Review - May 14, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Superman's new Fortress of Solitude isn't all it's cracked up to be. Plus, the OMAC Project tips its hand. Superman & Batman: Generations III #3Comic Book Review - Mar 17, 2003 - By R.J. Carter John Byrne remembers a happier time, a Silver Age of comics when stories were imaginary, when the future was sparkling spires, and Batman actually smiled and used words like "chum." Superman Secret Files and Origins 2004Comic Book Review - Jun 27, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Checkmate makes their shadowy presence felt by President Pete Ross and Mr. Mxyzptlk is beside himself in this pair of stories. Superman/Batman #9Comic Book Review - Apr 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter "The Supergirl from Krypton" stirs Superman's hopes and Batman's suspicions. Superman: Birthright #10Comic Book Review - May 2, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Strange visitor from another planet. That's all the people need to know to suddenly develop distrust and fear. Superman: Birthright #5Comic Book Review - Nov 4, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The "Smallvillification" of the Superman universe continues. Superman: Birthright #7Comic Book Review - Feb 2, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Luthor learns Kryptonite is good for more than just an anti-Superman weapon. Superman: Secret Identity #1Comic Book Review - Jan 5, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Kurt Busiek is "keeping it real" in this fresh and original take on the Superman mythos. Superman: War of the Supermen #2, "The Battle for Mars"Comic Book Review - May 14, 2010 - By R.J. Carter I get that comic books -- especially superhero comic books -- rely on the suspension of disbelief. But I can only suspend my disbelief so far without support cables and a winch, and with this one Gates and Robinson have come dangerously close to the snapping point. Supreme Power #2Comic Book Review - Sep 16, 2003 - By R.J. Carter In this MAX revamp, the Squadron Supreme is no joke. Swamp Thing #2Comic Book Review - Apr 3, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Andy Diggle and Enrique Breccia try to breathe new life into the powerful plant elemental in yet another series. Teen Titans #1Comic Book Review - Jul 18, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The core characters are back as the Teen Titans, and this new series has every bit of the flavor of the Wolfman/Perez days! Teen Titans #10Comic Book Review - Apr 10, 2004 - By R.J. Carter There's a new Brother Blood--and he's like no one the Titans have ever encountered. Teen Titans #3Comic Book Review - Sep 16, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Impulse is shot, and Robin's acting more like Batman every day. This series is a MUST BUY. Teen Titans #32Comic Book Review - Feb 18, 2006 - By R.J. Carter For the first time since the series started, I find myself saying the inutterable: I was really disappointed in this issue of Teen Titans. Teen Titans #34Comic Book Review - Apr 7, 2006 - By R.J. Carter It's one year after the Infinite Crisis. Do you know who your Teen Titans are? Teen Titans #4Comic Book Review - Oct 18, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Impulse undergoes a change, Wonder Girl gets a gift, and Deathstroke continues hunting Titans. Just a day in the life. Teen Titans #43: "Titans East, Part 1"Comic Book Review - Feb 4, 2007 - By R.J. Carter There's a new team of Teen Titans in town -- and they're not the good guys. Geoff Johns and Tony Daniel introduce readers to Teen Titans East. Teen Titans #5Comic Book Review - Nov 14, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Move over, Impulse--there's a new Kid Flash in town! Teen Titans #62, "Who is Wonderdog?"Comic Book Review - Aug 28, 2008 - By R.J. Carter Alas, Wendy and Marvin -- we hardly knew ye. Teen Titans #7Comic Book Review - Jan 10, 2004 - By R.J. Carter A day in the individual lives of the Teen Titans. A Wednesday, to be specific. Teen Titans #8Comic Book Review - Feb 8, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Geoff Johns continues his "can't miss an issue" run. Featuring the origin of Raven and a brand-new Ravager! Teen Titans #9Comic Book Review - Mar 13, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The search for Raven begins in earnest. Teen Titans Go #1Comic Book Review - Nov 11, 2003 - By R.J. Carter For Truth, Justice and Pizza, this Cartoon Network series is a lot of fun--if you set your expectations right. Teen Titans Go #11Comic Book Review - Sep 25, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Meet Terra, the newest Titan. But is she connected to the villainous Deathstroke? Teen Titans Go #2Comic Book Review - Dec 20, 2003 - By R.J. Carter When Beast Boy fools his teammates once too often with pranks, will they come to his rescue when--They Attack From Outer Space!? Teen Titans Go #5Comic Book Review - Mar 23, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Raven has the father of all zits! Teen Titans Go! #17Comic Book Review - Mar 28, 2005 - By R.J. Carter The Titans honorary member, Hotspot, needs a lesson in cooling down his temper. Terra Obscura v2 #2Comic Book Review - Sep 11, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Things become more and more obscure in this heavily-charactered miniseries. The Good Neighbors, Book 1: KinComic Book Review - Sep 3, 2008 - By Jeff Ritter Holly Black and Ted Naifeh give us a glimpse inside a world of magic just on the periphery of our own. The Green Lama Vol.1 HardcoverComic Book Review - Aug 10, 2008 - By Robert Langro Golden Age goodness returns courtesy of Dark Horse. The Shadow #3 - Advance ReviewComic Book Review - Jun 18, 2012 - By Chris Delloiacono Are Garth Ennis and the Shadow a winning combinaton? Thessaly: Witch For Hire #1Comic Book Review - Feb 2, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The Thessalian witch unwillingly finds herself in the role of professional monster hunter. Thundercats: Hammerhand's Revenge #2Comic Book Review - Nov 10, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Thundercats, Ho! The retro-toon comics trend continues. Tom Strong #25Comic Book Review - Feb 24, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Beware the coming of... Wally Willoughby! Tomb Raider #25Comic Book Review - Nov 5, 2002 - By R.J. Carter She's bold! She's beautiful! And she's definitely a force to be reckoned with. But can she hold her own when battling forces even too much for the mystical Witchblade? Touch #1Comic Book Review - Apr 11, 2004 - By R.J. Carter Being a super human is tough. Being his manager is even tougher. Toxin #1Comic Book Review - Apr 10, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Can a nasty symbiote be taught to walk the line? If Venom and Carnage are any indications, then no. But Pat Mulligan is going to try. The Twilight Zone: The After HoursComic Book Review - Sep 30, 2008 - By Jeff Ritter "At the comic shop up ahead, your next stop: The Twilight Zone!" Ultimates #6Comic Book Review - Sep 3, 2002 - By R.J. Carter The Ultimates has become far and away my favorite of the Marvel Ultimate lineup... and it's hard to say why. The characters are flawed to the point of being almost non-heroic, and the story often jumps about without a whole lot happening between the front page and the last. Uncanny X-Men #414Comic Book Review - Oct 7, 2002 - By R.J. Carter Look at this gorgeous cover by Steve Uy. It's so vibrant, so manga-esque. Unfortunately, it's the best part of this woefully plotted and hastily drawn issue of Uncanny X-Men. Villains United #1Comic Book Review - Apr 30, 2005 - By R.J. Carter What happens when villains start looking out for each other and get smart? Gail Simone holds the answers. Villains United #6Comic Book Review - Oct 13, 2005 - By R.J. Carter "At the End of All Things" -- Infinite Crisis is here! Wanted #1 (of 6)Comic Book Review - Jan 24, 2004 - By Rob Irwin Go on, admit it... we like to see baddies succeeding once in awhile, don't we? Wanted #2 (of 6)Comic Book Review - Jan 31, 2004 - By Rob Irwin After finishing the second issue of Wanted, I didn't know whether to laugh or cry. Way of the Rat, The #1 - Free Comic Book Day editionComic Book Review - May 6, 2003 - By R.J. Carter He's a street thief with a talking monkey who steals a magical item and is pursued by a princess. No, he's not Aladdin--he's Boon Sai Hong, the Jade Rat. And he's in deep trouble. Who Wants to Be a Superhero? #1 (Feedback)Comic Book Review - Jul 26, 2007 - By Paul Schultz Just in time for a new season of Who Wants to Be a Superhero?, last year's winner, Feedback, has his origin scripted by none other than Stan "The Man" Lee. Wolverine #1Comic Book Review - May 23, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Logan takes a reading vacation in the city. But wherever the Wolverine goes, death always follows, and he soon finds himself in the middle of a young waitress's troubles. Wolverine: Soultaker #1Comic Book Review - Mar 6, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Wolverine returns to Japan to see his adopted daughter; but an adventure with Yukio and cursed jewelry gets in the way. Wonder Woman #195Comic Book Review - Aug 23, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Bestselling novelist Greg Rucka takes over the writing chores with this highly recommended issue. Wonder Woman #198Comic Book Review - Nov 16, 2003 - By R.J. Carter The countdown to #200 continues as Wonder Woman's troubles on Earth and in Olympus continue to grow. Wonder Woman #199Comic Book Review - Dec 21, 2003 - By R.J. Carter Ares takes on a new aspect, and Wonder Woman returns from Olympus just in time for all hell to break loose. Wonder Woman #200Comic Book Review - Jan 17, 2004 - By R.J. Carter "Down To Earth" reaches its crashing conclusion as Diana fights for her life against Silver Swan; plus other stories. Wonder Woman #201Comic Book Review - Feb 15, 2004 - By R.J. Carter The fallout of Down To Earth. Wonder Woman #212Comic Book Review - Jan 17, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Greg Rucka promised action, and delivers in spades. World's Finest #1 (The New 52)Comic Book Review - May 2, 2012 - By R.J. Carter Power Girl and Huntress make their dynamic debuts in DC's New 52. Wrath of the Titans #2Comic Book Review - Sep 11, 2007 - By R.J. Carter Perseus and Hercules are back for more adventure, joined by Pegasus the winged horse and Bubo the clockwork owl. Y, The Last Man #16Comic Book Review - Nov 3, 2003 - By R.J. Carter When a troupe of actresses in a world without males discover a lonely male monkey, it inspires a new play. Yi Soon Shi: Warrior and DefenderComic Book Review - Jan 21, 2013 - By Jeff Ritter This beautiful independent graphic novel tells the true story of Korea's national hero. Young Avengers #1Comic Book Review - Feb 11, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Marvel releases a new teen team, and the early word is: It's a hit! Young Avengers #2Comic Book Review - Mar 14, 2005 - By R.J. Carter We've met the boys--now the girls want to get in on the action of the Young Avengers team. Young Avengers #4Comic Book Review - May 15, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Kang the Conqueror has come for... Kang the Conqueror? It's Young Avengers vs. Old Avengers, with the past and present at stake. Young Avengers #5Comic Book Review - Jun 27, 2005 - By R.J. Carter Kang has defeated the Avengers. What chance do the Young Avengers have? ADVERTISEMENT CONTESTS Book Giveaway - I Can Barely Take Care of Myself Ends May 30, 2013 Enter for your chance to win Jen Kirkman's comedic "Tales from a Happy Life Without Kids." CD Giveaway - Paper Bird, "Rooms" Ends May 28, 2013 Drifting ever so slightly away from traditional folk music, this Colorado band delivers harmony and energy aplenty. CD Giveaway - Breaking Laces, "Come Get Some" Ends May 22, 2013 Rock quirky, humorous and catchy is what this Brooklyn band serves. Copyright © 1997-2013 Burlee LLC. All rights reserved. Reprints | Privacy Policy | Disclosure | About Us/Contact Us | RSS Feed