Books of the Week – 10/10/18

1. Avengers #9 (Marvel) ★★★★★
Writer: Jason Aaron / Art: David Marquez / Colors: Justin Ponsor
Definitely the best book of the new Avengers run so far. Gear action, a huge shock, and a wonderful take on Namor. David Marquez’s art is beautiful. Hopefully he sticks around.

2. Immortal Hulk #7 (Marvel) ★★★★★
Writer: Al Ewing / Art: Joe Bennett & Ruy Jose / Colors: Paul Mounts
Story & art are top notch. The story is full of surprises as well as great little moments. Killer ending. This title keeps getting better and better.

3. Captain America #4 (Marvel) ★★★★★
Writer: Ta-Nehisi Coates / Art: Leinil Francis Yu & Gerry Alanguilan / Colors: Sunny Cho
The whole book is an extended battle sequence. Wonderfully executed. Awesome stuff!

4. Sandman Universe: The Dreaming #1 (DC / Vertigo) ★★★★★
Writer: Simon Spurrier / Art: Bilquis Evely / Colors: Matt Lopes
Fascinating new world to explore, with beautiful art and a compelling story. Plus that cover!

5. Domino #7 (Marvel) ★★★★★
Writer: Gail Simone / Art: David Baldeon / Colors: Jesus Aburtov
Fun set-up for a new adventure. Great action & beautiful art as always by David Baldeon.

6. X-Men Black: Mojo #1 (Marvel) ★★★★
Writer: Scott Aukerman, Zac Thompspn & Lonnie Nadler / Art: Nick Bradshaw, Andre Lima Araujo & Geraldo Borges / Colors: Guru-eFX & Rachelle Rosenberg
Mojo Story was a great looking, fun read. The Apocalypse story was interesting as well. Nice rebound.