Books of the Week – 09/19/18

1. Batman: Damned #1 (DC: Black Label) ★★★★★
Writer: Brain Azzarello / Art: Lee Bermejo / Colors: Lee Bermejo
Beautifully written by Brian Azzarello with gorgeously gritty art by Lee Bermejo, the story hooks you straight away and doesn’t let go. I almost didn’t buy this book – that would have been a big mistake.

2. Mr & Mrs X #3 (Marvel) ★★★★★
Writer: Kelly Thompson / Art: Oscar Bazaldua / Colors: Frank D’Armata
The fun continues in this limited series. Incredibly fun 4 Page battle sequence, plus sparkling dialog make this a must read. Kelly Thompson & Oscar Bazaldua continue to shine.

3. Multiple Man #4 (Marvel) ★★★★★
Writer: Matt Rosenberg / Art: Andy MacDonald / Colors: Tamra Bonvillain
Another book that shows off the strengths of a limited series. The fun is back after a somewhat disappointing issue 3. Andy MacDonald’s art remains a joy. Can’t wait for the finale!

4. Immortal Hulk #6 (Marvel) ★★★★★
Writer: Al Ewing / Art: Lee Garbett / Colors: Paul Mounts
Why can’t I quit this book? It keeps sucking me in with its great visuals and addictive storytelling. After reading this issue, I’m all in.

5. Amazing Spider-Man Annual #1 (Marvel) ★★★★★
Writer: Saladin Ahmed / Art: Garry Brown / Colors: Lee Loughridge
A return to the fave Marvel Annual tradition, this book takes a look back at the early days of Spidey’s symbiot suit. Told from the symbiot’s point of view, it’s a wonderfully dark and gritty story by Saladin Ahmed with art from Garry Brown.

6. Thor #5 (Marvel) ★★★★★
Writer: Jason Aaron / Art: Christian Ward / Colors: Christian Ward
Stunning story and art by Jadon Aaron and Cristian Ward. A lot of comic crammed into a single book. Epic battles abound!