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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

Uncanny X-Men #505

"Uncanny X-Men" tries to juggle perhaps one story too many at once, but the end result is still a good sight for sore eyes.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Terry Dodson, Rachel Dodson
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
December 17th, 2008

Invincible Iron Man #8

A "Dark Reign" tie-in, this issue focuses on the hereafter. With the banner of "World's Most Wanted" flying on the cover, Iron Man is not about to have the easiest adventures of his career

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Salvador Larocca
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
December 17th, 2008

Mighty Avengers #20

Bendis concludes his run on the book with a “Secret Invasion” epilogue that doesn’t do the job, because of a lack of focus.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Brian Michael Bendis
Artists:
Lee Weeks, Jim Cheung, Carlo Pagulayan, Jeffrey Huet
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
December 17th, 2008

Thunderbolts #127

Diggle and De La Torre bring a fresh take on Osborn's opportunistic "heroes."

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Andy Diggle
Artists:
Roberto De La Torre
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
December 17th, 2008

Ghost Rider #30

Jason Aaron brilliantly adds to the mythology of the Ghost Rider universe.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jason Aaron
Artists:
Tan Eng Huat
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
December 17th, 2008

What If: Fallen Son #1

The story of what would’ve happened if Stark died following Civil War, rather than Captain America, by Marc Sumerak and Trevor Goring

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Marc Sumerak
Artists:
Trevor Goring
Reviewer:
James Hunt
December 16th, 2008

X-Men/Spider-Man #2

This comic is all about the glorious work of artist Mario Alberti.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Christos Gage
Artists:
Mario Alberti
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
December 13th, 2008

Captain Britain and MI:13 #8

Witty, intelligent, emotionally deep... Paul Cornell and Leonard Kirk do it all in this month’s issue!

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Paul Cornell
Artists:
Leonard Kirk, Michael Bair, Jay Leisten, Craig Yeung
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
December 10th, 2008

Secret Invasion: Dark Reign #1

Bendis and Maleev give us the minutes of the first Dark Reign board meeting.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Brian Michael Bendis
Artists:
Alex Maleev
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
December 10th, 2008

Punisher: War Zone #1

The Punisher versus Ma Gnucci round two begins here with Garth Ennis and Steve Dillon back together again. What’s not to like?

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Garth Ennis
Artists:
Steve Dillon
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
December 9th, 2008

Moon Knight: Silent Knight #1

Peter Milligan comes in for a Christmas-themed one-shot that's an improvement over the regular "Moon Knight" series.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Peter Milligan
Artists:
Laurence Campbell
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
December 7th, 2008

Secret Invasion #8

The crossover finale provides a great new direction for the Marvel Universe, but is a little hazy in how it gets there.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Brian Michael Bendis
Artists:
Leinil Francis Yu, Mark Morales
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
December 7th, 2008

Punisher Max X-Mas Special #1

Have a very merry Christmas with Jason Aaron's version of the Punisher.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jason Aaron
Artists:
Roland Boschi
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
December 6th, 2008

X-Infernus #1

Cebulski tells a fast-paced tale as an old favorite returns from the fiery pits.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
C. B. Cebulski
Artists:
Giuseppe Camuncoli, Jesse Delperdang
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
December 6th, 2008

Daredevil #113

"Daredevil" continues to chart the downward progress of Matt Murdock's life in an exciting and tension-filled way.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Ed Brubaker
Artists:
Michael Lark, Stefano Gaudino
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
December 3rd, 2008

X-Men Noir #1

Van Lente's script isn't the freshest thing in the world, but Calero's overwrought artwork makes this issue completely lifeless.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Fred Van Lente
Artists:
Dennis Calero
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
December 3rd, 2008

New Avengers #47

Brian Michael Bendis is joined by former “Alias” collaborator Michael Gaydos for an untold story of Luke Cage’s quest to find his father with the help of Jessica Jones.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Brian Michael Bendis
Artists:
Billy Tan, Matt Banning, Michael Gaydos
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
December 3rd, 2008

Secret Invasion #8

With an emphasis on characters over plot movements, Bendis and Yu not only provide a satisfying conclusion to “Secret Invasion,” but also dare readers not to read “Dark Reign.”

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Brian Michael Bendis
Artists:
Leinil Francis Yu, Mark Morales
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
December 3rd, 2008

Marvels: Eye of the Camera #1

Freelance Photographer Phil Sheldon experiences the emergence of superheroes in the Marvel Universe first-hand. By Busiek and Anacleto.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Kurt Busiek
Artists:
Jay Anacleto
Reviewer:
James Hunt
December 2nd, 2008

Captain America #44

The new Captain America faces off against Batroc the Leaper, by Brubaker and Ross.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Ed Brubaker
Artists:
Luke Ross, Pablo Laguna, Rick Magyar
Reviewer:
James Hunt
December 2nd, 2008

Secret Invasion: X-Men #4

Cyclops and the X-Men defeat the Skrulls at unexpected cost. By Carey and Nord.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Mike Carey
Artists:
Cary Nord, Ma Sepulveda
Reviewer:
James Hunt
December 1st, 2008

Guardians of the Galaxy #7

After the Guardians learned of Star-Lord's heavy-handed influence in their banding together, they all went their separate ways, leaving Rocket Raccoon to pick up the pieces.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning
Artists:
Paul Pelletier, Rick Magyar
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
November 29th, 2008

X-Factor #37

Darwin comes face to face with himself, while Siryn and Val Cooper have a frank conversation. By David and De Landro.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Peter David
Artists:
Valentine De Landro, Craig Yeung
Reviewer:
James Hunt
November 28th, 2008

Hulk #8

Artists Art Adams and Frank Cho do what they do best, and it's a lot of fun.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jeph Loeb
Artists:
Art Adams, Frank Cho, Walden Wong
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
November 28th, 2008

Secret Invasion: Inhumans #4

The end of the series is really just the beginning of a new phase for the Inhumans.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Joe Pokaski
Artists:
Tom Raney, Scott Hanna
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
November 28th, 2008

Thor: Man of War #1

The third of Matt Fraction’s “Thor” specials has Thor square off against his father in a battle for the ages.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Clay Mann, Victor Olazaba, Patrick Zircher
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
November 27th, 2008

Young X-Men #8

A mutant tattoo artist equals bad times for the youngsters.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Marc Guggenheim
Artists:
Rafa Sandoval, Roger Bonet
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
November 24th, 2008

Squadron Supreme 2 #5

Nick Fury appears to have a plan, but, like everything else in this series, it's slow going.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Howard Chaykin
Artists:
Marco Turini
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
November 23rd, 2008

Uncanny X-Men #504

"Lovelorn" finds Colossus looking to remember days gone by, the X-Men need him to get over it, and Scott Summers and Emma Frost have a conversation without even talking.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Terry Dodson, Rachel Dodson
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
November 19th, 2008

Amazing Spider-Man #578

Chowing on some Chinese food in a deluge, Spider-Man cracks a fortune cookie to the message of "Today will be your lucky day." We all know what the ol' Parker luck is like. . .

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Mark Waid
Artists:
Marcos Martin
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
November 19th, 2008

Amazing Spider-Man #577

The new "Amazing Spider-Man" has another moment in the sun, with a fresh approach to the art and an entertaining done-in-one story.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Zeb Wells , Joe Kelly
Artists:
Paolo Rivera, Barry Kitson, Mark Farmer
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
November 18th, 2008

Fantastic Four #561

The Nu Defenders vs. the Fantastic Four, in spectacular widescreen action.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Mark Millar
Artists:
Bryan Hitch, Andrew Currie, Cam Smith
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
November 18th, 2008

Thunderbolts #126

Diggle and De La Torre join as the new creative team as the Thunderbolts struggle to deal with the fallout from "Secret Invasion."

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Andy Diggle
Artists:
Roberto De La Torre
Reviewer:
James Hunt
November 17th, 2008

Ghost Rider #29

Johnny Blaze and Danny Ketch finally duke it out as it’s Ghost Rider versus Ghost Rider round one!

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jason Aaron
Artists:
Tan Eng Huat
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
November 16th, 2008

Wolverine #69

In the future, Wolverine and Hawkeye get attacked by Moloids and a good, old-fashioned bar fight, by Millar and McNiven.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Mark Millar
Artists:
Steve McNiven, Dexter Vines
Reviewer:
James Hunt
November 16th, 2008

Fantastic Four: True Story #4

This whimsical tale comes to its logically whimsical end

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Paul Cornell
Artists:
Horacio Domingues, Rick Burchett
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
November 16th, 2008

The Stand: Captain Trips #3

"The Stand" might be moving slowly, but it's a great dramatization of what makes Kings' novels so great: the characterization.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa
Artists:
Mike Perkins
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
November 15th, 2008

Eternals Annual #1

Fred Van Lente writes a better story than we've seen in the main title, but the art is a significant step backwards.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Fred Van Lente
Artists:
Pascal Alixe
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
November 15th, 2008
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