Blogs Tagged “(Strand)om Stories”
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(Strand)om Stories: Thor: Ragnaroks ReviewThis collection compiles three tales more entertaining than I originally gave credit, showcasing bravery and fortitude in the face of cataclysmic terrors
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(Strand)om Stories: Wolverine Epic Collection: Madripoor Nights ReviewWolverine's first Epic Collection sets him apart from the X-Men, allowing two veteran writers to fantastically shape his standalone adventures
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(Strand)om Stories: Daredevil: Born Again ReviewFrank Miller returns to Daredevil to craft one of the most riveting, character-defining arcs of the Man Without Fear's career
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(Strand)om Stories: X-Factor Epic Collection: Genesis and Apocalypse ReviewThis volume introduces an intriguing team concept that seems fun but is unfortunately based on a wobbly premise fueled by a massive, unnecessary retcon
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(Strand)om Stories: Iron Man: Demon in a Bottle ReviewThis classic Iron Man arc tells a powerful story of addiction and redemption as Tony Stark fights his greatest enemy: himself
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(Strand)om Stories: The Astonishing Ant-Man: The Complete Collection ReviewNick Spencer's Ant-Man is replete with humor and humanity, carrying a big impact through its small main character
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(Strand)om Stories: Black Panther by Reginald Hudlin: The Complete Collection (Vols. 1-3) ReviewReginald Hudlin's run is frustrating, dismissive of past narratives while forming engaging plots in the present
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(Strand)om Stories: Wolverine: Enemy of the State ReviewAn engaging concept makes for an exhilerating story, even if it is somewhat hampered by a few narrative choices
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(Strand)om Stories: Daredevil: Love’s Labors Lost ReviewDennis O'Neil's time on Daredevil is shaky at best, especially as this volume serves up a bizarre cross-section of content
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(Strand)om Stories: X-Men Epic Collection: The Sentinels Live ReviewA few awkward revelations cannot throw off the exceptional narratives, artistry, and character growth contained in this bombastic volume
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(Strand)om Stories: Luke Cage Epic Collection: Retribution ReviewLuke Cage's first Epic Collection is surprisingly solid in terms of action and character, despite potential cultural hiccups
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(Strand)om Stories: X-Men Epic Collection: Lonely are the Hunted ReviewThis volume artfully builds upon its predecessor, balancing out goofy science-fiction narratives with strong character-driven moments and arcs
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(Strand)om Stories: Iron Fist Epic Collection: The Fury of Iron Fist ReviewThis tome is more significant than it appears, introducing a powerful hero in some genuinely gripping narratives
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(Strand)om Stories: Captain America: Marvel Knights (vol. 2) ReviewThis second complete collection isn't perfect, but it's a far cry better than its disappointing predecessor
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(Strand)om Stories: Black Panther Epic Collection: Panther’s Prey ReviewA few tepid tales are largely overshadowed by the next daring chapters in Don McGregor's Black Panther "saga"
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(Strand)om Stories: X-Men Epic Collection: Children of the Atom ReviewBased on a somewhat ridiculous premise, Stan Lee and Jack Kirby's marvelous mutants nevertheless provide unique characterization and engaging conflicts
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(Strand)om Stories: The Mighty Thor and The Eternals: The Celestial Saga ReviewThis volume packs in an epic narrative, and despite a somewhat sticky middle, culminates in a finale worthy of the Thunder God himself
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(Strand)om Stories: Daredevil by Frank Miller and Klaus Janson (Vol. 3) ReviewThis final volume collects several engaging issues...but you should really stay for the wondrous graphic novel included as well
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(Strand)om Stories: The Uncanny X-Men Omnibus (Vol. 4) ReviewThis fourth installment is packed with standalone stories and narratives connected to the wider Marvel Universe...for better or worse
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(Strand)om Stories: The Eternals by Jack Kirby: The Complete Collection ReviewJack Kirby's rapturous imagination spills over in a cosmically-charged series that explores various fantastic ideas...even if it remains woefully unfinished
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(Strand)om Stories: Captain America: Marvel Knights (vol. 1) ReviewCaptain America's Marvel Knights series starts out discouragingly heavy-handed as proseltyzing replaces narrative intuition
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(Strand)om Stories: The Mighty Thor by Walter Simonson Omnibus ReviewThis massive volume proves that Walt Simonson's run on Thor is definitive, distinct, dense, and daring
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(Strand)om Stories: Daredevil by Frank Miller and Klaus Janson (Vol. 2) ReviewThis second volume tries balancing mystical elements with street-level adventures, wobbling as it looks for strong support
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(Strand)om Stories: Black Panther Epic Collection: Revenge of the Black Panther ReviewThough readers are presented with an odd assortment of stories, each narrative in this volume stands strongly on its own
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(Strand)om Stories: The Uncanny X-Men Omnibus (Vol. 3) ReviewThis next chapter in Chris Claremont's run features powerful, character-driven story arcs and a marvelous host of artistic talent
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(Strand)om Stories: Daredevil by Frank Miller and Klaus Janson (Vol. 1) ReviewThis first volume collecting Frank Miller's seminal run showcases the start of a very accomplished Daredevil era
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(Strand)om Stories: Wolverine: Origin ReviewLogan's early days are explored in a wonderful limited series that crafts the man behind the claws
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(Strand)om Stories: Black Panther Epic Collection: Panther’s Rage ReviewWhile it gets off to a slow start, this Epic Collection provides a mostly compelling examination of the Black Panther's earliest adventures
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(Strand)om Stories: Weapon X ReviewBarry Windsor-Smith's seminal tale successfully explores how the man named Logan became the berserker called Wolverine
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(Strand)om Stories: The Uncanny X-Men Omnibus (Vol. 2) ReviewChris Claremont continues his stellar run in a near perfect collection of stories, hindered only slightly by small errors
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(Strand)om Stories: Iron Man Epic Collection: Stark Wars Review"Stark Wars" presents bombastic action and hints at character depth in this 80s installment in Iron Man's Epic Collection line
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(Strand)om Stories: The Uncanny X-Men Omnibus (Vol. 1) ReviewChris Claremont's stunning run on Uncanny X-Men begins strong with this wonderfully entertaining tome
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(Strand)om Stories: Man-Wolf: The Complete Collection ReviewAn entire collection focused on John Jameson's alter ego can be wonky at times but is ultimately more satisfying than disappointing