(Strand)om Stories: Moon Knight Epic Collection: Bad Moon Rising Review This Epic Collection may stumble in some places, but it's generally a strong introduction to the ever-developing Moon Knight
Distinguished Critique: "The Death of Superman" Review This climactic showdown between man and monster can perhaps feel a tad bloated but emphasizes the heroic sacrifice of the Man of Steel
Crawling Back: Amazing Spider-Man #14 Review (The Osborn Prelude, Part 1) The Green Goblin's first appearance successfully introduces an enigmatic adversary who promises a new era of Spidey storytelling
Distinguished Critique: Watchmen Review Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons construct a richly detailed magnum opus which remains highly readable and culturally influential today
Spider-view: “Round Robin: The Sidekick’s Revenge” This team-up tournament tells an entertaining narrative with decent heart, despite some clunky coincidences and few connections to recent history
Spider-view: “Sabotage” Todd McFarlane's time on Spider-Man ends disappointingly, an action-packed crossover with not enough story to keep it moving
Distinguished Critique: "Batman: A Lonely Place of Dying" Review The third Robin debuts in a tale that delivers catharsis in the face of overwhelming tragedy
(Strand)om Stories: Doctor Strange: Strange Tales Review What should be a philosophically fascinating character arc is upended by an overly dramatic narrative which undercuts the tension and transformation
Distinguished Critique: "Batman: A Death in the Family" Review This classic tragedy is constructed upon some coincidence yet serves as a much-needed arc for a spurned Robin who develops as he dies
Spider-view: “The Three Faces of Evil” A basic story is constructed upon two strong pillars: powerful connections to recent Spidey history and the impressive work of penciler Mark Bagley

Blogs Tagged “Fantasy”

The Blizzard of DQ—Nathan, 04.30.2013