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(Strand)om Stories: Greenberg the Vampire Review A fairly thoughtful examination of religion, culture, and character through the lens of vampirism Also read Nathan's blogs at
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Distinguished Critique: Batman: Going Sane Review Save for a few confusing moments, "Going Sane" is a strong, unique, strangely stirring examination of the Joker/Batman rivalry -
Random Reviews: Black Orchid A well-crafted debut from an iconic storyteller applies earnestness and wonderfully atmospheric art to a virtually unknown character -
Spider-view: "Emergence" This annual stands apart from its contemporaries by providing a story based on compelling writing and nicely structured art -
Distinguished Critique: Challengers of the Unknown Must Die! Review Loeb and Sale's first collaboration is a unique examination of unique characters, offering a grand glimpse at greater narratives to come -
(Strand)om Stories: X-Men: Wolverine/Gambit Review This Loeb/Sale series makes Sale's work look as wonderful as ever, but it falls short in terms of engaging storytelling -
Random Reviews: Billi 99 A somewhat unsatisfying vigilante narrative cannot enshroud the early styles of a celebrated artist -
Crawling Back: Amazing Spider-Man Annual #14 Review A beautifully illustrated annual exchanges great art and a unique tone for some misplaced characterization -
Distinguished Critique: Batman: Haunted Knight Review Loeb and Sale celebrate the Halloween season with a trio of issues which artfully, though imperfectly, explore the man behind Batman's mask -
(Strand)om Stories: Doctor Strange and the Secret Defenders Review Some decent villains can't offset awkward characterization which prevents this series' premise from reaching its full potential