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Marvel Adventures Super Heroes #7

"Marvel Adventures Super Heroes" quietly offers up an enjoyable slugfest between Thor and Cobra this issue. Yes, of course the story also includes Loki and Odin.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Louise Simonson
Artists:
Rodney Buchemi
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
January 20th, 2009

Thunderbolts #128

Andy Diggle and Roberto de la Torre start assembling their all new Thunderbolts team, plus a guest-appearance by a certain brand-new President of the United States.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Andy Diggle
Artists:
Roberto de la Torre
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
January 20th, 2009

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz #2

I don't know who at Marvel thought we needed an adaptation of "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" by Eric Shanower and Skottie Young, but that person deserves a huge raise.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
L. Frank Baum, Eric Shanower
Artists:
Skottie Young
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
January 20th, 2009

X-Men: Kingbreaker #2

A dull and pointless outer space adventure from Yost and Weaver.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Chris Yost
Artists:
Dustin Weaver, Jaime Mendoza, Victor Olazaba
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
January 20th, 2009

Uncanny X-Men Annual #2

Matt Fraction's best X-Men comic yet doesn't even feature any of the classic X-Men characters.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Mitch Breitweiser, Daniel Acuna
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
January 19th, 2009

X-Men: Manifest Destiny #5

The final part of the “Manifest Destiny” tie-in miniseries, with a lead story featuring Iceman and Mystique.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Mike Carey, Frank Tieri, Kieron Gillen
Artists:
Michael Ryan, Victor Olazaba Ben Oliver, Sara Pichelli
Reviewer:
James Hunt
January 19th, 2009

War Machine #2

"War Machine" hits high and hard. This issue focuses on Rhodey's dedication to his supporting cast and uses some stunning visuals to get the job done.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Greg Pak
Artists:
Leonardo Manco
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
January 19th, 2009

Doctor Doom and the Masters of Evil #1

Contrary to what it says in the title, you'll find no Masters of Evil here, but the Sinister Six make a fine substitute.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Paul Tobin
Artists:
Patrick Scherberger, Jacapo Camagni, Craig Yeung, Terry Pallot, Norman Lee
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
January 19th, 2009

X-Men/Spider-Man #3

You might think this is yet another disposable, forgettable four-issue mini, but it's definitely far more than that.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Christos Gage
Artists:
Mario Alberti
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
January 18th, 2009

The Odyssey #5

The Odyssey seems like it would fit the Marvel Illustrated format quite nicely, but it's just another perfunctory retelling.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Roy Thomas
Artists:
Greg Tocchini, Norman Lee, Roland Paris
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
January 17th, 2009

Marvel Adventures Spider-Man #47

Sanford Greene's dynamically fluid artwork makes this comic a cut above.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Todd DeZago
Artists:
Sanford Greene, Nathan Massengill
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
January 15th, 2009

Amazing Spider-Man #583

This mega-selling Obama tie-in may be the worst Spidey comic since Brand New Day launched.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Mark Waid, Zeb Wells
Artists:
Barry Kitson, Mark Farmer, Todd Nauck
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
January 15th, 2009

Punisher: War Zone #5

"The Resurrection of Ma Gnucci" continues here, complete with a battle-damaged pumpkin, a couple explosions, a little bloodshed and some stitches.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Garth Ennis
Artists:
Steve Dillon
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
January 14th, 2009

Secret Invasion: War of Kings #1

For a "War of Kings" novice, this one-shot sets the stage perfectly for Marvel's latest outer space epic.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning
Artists:
Paul Pelletier, Bong Dazo, Rick Magyar, Joe Pimentel
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
January 13th, 2009

Deadpool #6

Pointless violence and lame humor do not a good comic book make. Someone should probably tell Daniel Way that.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Daniel Way
Artists:
Paco Medina, Juan Vlasco
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
January 13th, 2009

Captain Britain and MI-13 #9

Captain Britain leads MI-13 against Plotka and the Mindless Ones as one of their own turns traitor, and traitor becomes one of their own. By Cornell and Kirk.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Paul Cornell
Artists:
Leonard Kirk, Mike Collins, Jay Leisten, Cam Smith
Reviewer:
James Hunt
January 13th, 2009

Punisher #1

It’s the grudge match of the century! Frank Castle Vs. The Sentry. Doesn’t look like good odds. By Remender and Opena

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Rick Remender
Artists:
Jerome Opena
Reviewer:
James Hunt
January 12th, 2009

Punisher: War Zone #4

'Punisher: War Zone' shows that Ennis and Dillon haven't lost a step since their last Punisher series together.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Garth Ennis
Artists:
Steve Dillon
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
January 12th, 2009

Incredible Hercules #124

"The Incredible Hercules" continues to be the most entertaining book from Marvel that you're probably not actually reading.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Greg Pak, Fred van Lente
Artists:
Clayton Henry, Salva Espin
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
January 10th, 2009

Spider-Man: Fear Itself #1

Spider-Man and the Man-Thing meet up again, as they have before. Except this time, it's not much of a team-up as it is a creepy stalker story.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Stuart Moore
Artists:
Joe Suitor
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
January 10th, 2009

The Invincible Iron Man #9

Iron Man turns to a more personal story now, as Tony Stark is on the run. Matt Fraction proves his versatility as a writer on this series.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Salvador Larocca
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
January 9th, 2009

Wolverine #70

This is the big reveal for the storyline, though it's a little ham-fisted. Still, the art is beautiful.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Mark Millar
Artists:
Steve McNiven, Dexter Vines, Mark Morales
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
January 9th, 2009

Eternals #7

This comic should be better than it is with some really dynamic and intelligent ideas, but the execution is very, very bland.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Charles Knauf, Daniel Knauf
Artists:
Eric Nguyen
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
January 8th, 2009

Wolverine: Switchback #1

The back-up story has a unique look, but the main story definitely deserves your attention.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Joseph Clark, Gregg Hurwitz
Artists:
Das Pastoras, Juan Doe
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
January 8th, 2009

Fantastic Four #562

Millar and Hitch's Fantastic Four is a strong bridge between classic and modern storytelling. This issue features strong characterization, and detailed art.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Mark Millar
Artists:
Bryan Hitch, Cam Smith, Andrew Currie
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
January 7th, 2009

Ultimate Hulk Annual #1

Ultimate Hulk fights Supreme Power’s Zarda in a dispute over his state of dress, by Loeb, McGuinness, and Djurdjevic

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jeph Loeb
Artists:
Ed McGuinness,Marko Djudjevic, Dexter Vines, Danny Miki
Reviewer:
James Hunt
January 5th, 2009

Marvels: Eye of the Camera #2

Phil Sheldon's journey through the Marvel Universe continues. However, this issue focuses squarely on Phil as his own universe is in the midst of some serious upheaval.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Kurt Busiek
Artists:
Jay Anacleto
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
January 4th, 2009

Young X-Men #9

This series has turned out to be a pretty good read each and every month.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Marc Guggenheim
Artists:
Rafa Sandoval, Roger Martinez, Greg Adams
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
January 4th, 2009

Avengers: The Initiative #20

The Secret Invasion aftermath continues here, not with a Dark Reign, but a cleansing rain, set to wash new storylines into the Avengers family of titles.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Slott, Christos N. Gage
Artists:
Steve Kurth, Drew Hennessy
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
January 3rd, 2009

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz #1

Everyone knows the story, but Eric Shanower and Skottie Young give it another vibrant re-imagination in this Marvel Illustrated version.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Eric Shanower
Artists:
Skottie Young
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
January 3rd, 2009

Hulk #9

The series' fun and beautifully drawn run continues apace, with the Hulk gloriously getting into fights and the spectacle going strong.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jeph Loeb
Artists:
Art Adams, Walden Wong, Frank Cho
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
January 2nd, 2009

Punisher War Journal #26

This series ends with a meditation on the absurd nature of the Marvel universe and the Punisher’s place in it, while he waits to kill some idiots on Christmas.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Andy MacDonald
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
January 1st, 2009

Captain America #45

Consistently one of the best books available, this issue is no exception as past and present are juxtaposed to highlight the differences between the Winter Soldier and the new Captain America.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Ed Brubaker
Artists:
Luke Ross, Butch Guice, Rick Magyar, Mark Pennington
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
January 1st, 2009

Wolverine: Manifest Destiny #3

Jason Aaron loves his 70s kung-fu cinema, and it shows in this excellent miniseries.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jason Aaron
Artists:
Stephen Segovia, Paco Diaz Luque, Noah Salonga
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
January 1st, 2009

Fantastic Four Cosmic-Size Special #1

Veteran scribe Cary Bates tells an FF tale with some interesting psychological depth.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Cary Bates
Artists:
Bing Cansino
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
January 1st, 2009

War Machine #1

Greg Pak and Leonardo Manco present a Punisher-esque War Machine.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Greg Pak
Artists:
Leonardo Manco
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
December 31st, 2008

X-Force #10

An X-Force member offers to make the ultimate sacrifice, while Warpath fights a demonic bear. By Kyle, Yost and Choi.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Craig Kyle, Chris Yost
Artists:
Mike Choi
Reviewer:
James Hunt
December 29th, 2008

X-Men: Kingbreaker #1

The Starjammers free the Starjammer, and Vulcan consolidates his grip on the Shi’ar empire. By Yost and Weaver

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Chris Yost
Artists:
Dustin Weaver, Jamie Mendoza
Reviewer:
James Hunt
December 29th, 2008

Secret Invasion: Requiem #1

A collection of two vital reprints, framed by eight pages of new story begins to set the stage by addressing the issue of whom the "Mighty Avengers" will be avenging.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Slott, Stan Lee, H.E. Huntley, Jim Shooter
Artists:
Khoi Pham, Jack Kirby, Don Heck, Bob Hall, Dan Green
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
December 28th, 2008

What If? Spider-Man Back in Black #1

Steven Grant asks “What if the Kingpin’s assassin killed Mary Jane?” and the answer will shock you in this thrilling look at how far a man will go for revenge.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Steven Grant
Artists:
Gus Vazquez
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
December 26th, 2008

Daredevil #114

"Lady Bullseye" continues to showcase Brubaker and Lark's best Daredevil work thus far.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Ed Brubaker
Artists:
Michael Lark, Stefano Gaudiano
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
December 24th, 2008

Punisher: War Zone #3

Garth Ennis and Steve Dillon's rampage through "Punisher: War Zone" will remind you of their original "Punisher" 12-issue mini-series, and that's a fun thing.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Garth Ennis
Artists:
Steve Dillon
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
December 23rd, 2008

Punisher: War Zone #2

Ma Gnucci, once one of the biggest thorns in the Punisher’s side, is back from the dead -- or is she? By Ennis and Dillon.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Garth Ennis
Artists:
Steve Dillon
Reviewer:
James Hunt
December 23rd, 2008

Captain America: Theater of War: Operation: Zero Point

The "Captain America: Theater of War" series of single-issue tales continues. This time, Cap is after those pinko commies.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Howard Chaykin
Artists:
Howard Chaykin
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
December 23rd, 2008

Spider-Man: Noir #1

The latest "Noir" title is a disappointing cliche, lacking the dimensions of classic noir fiction.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
David Hine, Fabrice Sapolsky
Artists:
Carmine DiGiandomenico
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
December 23rd, 2008

New Avengers #48

The New Avengers assemble once again -- but who’ll make the team? By Bendis and Tan

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Brian Michael Bendis
Artists:
Billy Tan, Matt Banning
Reviewer:
James Hunt
December 22nd, 2008

Thor #12

J. Michael Straczynski sheds new light on Loki’s past and how he came to be Odin’s adopted son. It was a lie, but that’s to be expected from the god of trickery.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
J. Michael Straczynski
Artists:
Olivier Coipel, Mark Morales
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
December 21st, 2008

Amazing Spider-Man #581

The grand experiment of the thrice-monthly "Amazing Spider-Man" continues with Dan Slott and Mike McKone's efforts here. Peter goes on a road trip with Harry Osborn and we get to learn about how Harry "came back" from the dead.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Slott
Artists:
Mike McKone, Andy Lanning
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
December 19th, 2008

Thor God-Size Special #1

Matt Fraction’s final “Thor” story of 2008 has him joined by four artists as Thor, Loki and Baldur seek to remember Skurge the Executioner.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Dan Brereton, Doug Braithwaite, Michael Allred, Miguel Angel Sepulveda
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
December 18th, 2008

X-Men Legacy #219

Why "X-Men: Legacy" isn't really titled "The Adventures of Professor X" is still a mystery, as Carey turns out a competent but slightly forgettable story involving the Juggernaut.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Mike Carey
Artists:
Phil Briones, Cam Smith
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
December 18th, 2008
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