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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

Captain Britain and MI: 13 #7

Deft character work, the expert juggling of multiple plots, and clean, crisp art make this one of the best superhero books out there.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Paul Cornell
Artists:
Leonard Kirk, Michael Bair, Jay Leisten, Craig Yeung
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
November 12th, 2008

X-Men/Spider-Man #1

It’s nostalgia time in the swingin’ Marvel Sixties, as the X-Men of that era meet up with Spider-Man, courtesy of Kraven and Sinister!

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Christos Gage
Artists:
Mario Alberti
Reviewer:
James Hunt
November 10th, 2008

Ultimatum #1

Disaster hits the Ultimate Universe, courtesy of Magneto! By Loeb and Finch.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jeph Loeb
Artists:
David Finch, Danny Miki
Reviewer:
James Hunt
November 10th, 2008

Nova #18

"Nova" joins the ranks of Skrull-fighters, and the titular character is not alone, as he's joined by Darkhawk, Quasar, and a few stunning surprise allies.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning
Artists:
Wellington Alves, Geraldo Borges, Scott Hanna
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
November 9th, 2008

Daredevil and Captain America: Dead on Arrival #1

A reprint from a 2006 Italian story that feels like a relic from an even earlier time.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Tito Faraci, Larry Hama
Artists:
Claudio Villa
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
November 8th, 2008

Cable #8

Is there anything better than Cable fighting giant cockroach soldiers? Probably, but it does make for a pretty decent comic book!

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Duane Swierczynski
Artists:
Ariel Olivetti
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
November 6th, 2008

Invincible Iron Man #7

Finally, Spider-Man and Iron Man are back together and Matt Fraction’s strong character work cuts through confusing continuity to deliver the best issue of the series yet.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Salvador Larroca
Reviewer:
Chad Nevett
November 6th, 2008

Marvel Zombies 3 #2

Machine Man Aaron Stack gets the spotlight in this fun-filled bloodbath.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Fred Van Lente
Artists:
Kev Walker
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
November 5th, 2008

Wolverine Origins #29

Wolverine and Xavier attack the Hellfire Club in search of Logan’s son, Daken.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Daniel Way
Artists:
Mike Deodato
Reviewer:
James Hunt
November 4th, 2008

Ultimate Spider-Man Annual #3

Peter and MJ discuss moving their relationship to the next level -- and Ultimate Mysterio attacks! By Brian Bendis and David LaFuente Garcia.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Brian Michael Bendis
Artists:
David LaFuente Garcia
Reviewer:
James Hunt
November 3rd, 2008

Captain America Theater of War: Operation: Zero Point #1

Aside from having the longest title this year, "Captain America Theater of War: Operation: Zero Point" gives us a Captain America adventure set back during Cap's heyday in World War II.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Charles Knauf, Daniel Knauf
Artists:
Mitch Breitweiser
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
November 3rd, 2008

Amazing Spider-Man Annual #1

"Amazing Spider-Man" finally tackles the mystery of the new super-hero Jackpot, but the conclusion to the story turns out to be nothing short of underwhelming.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Marc Guggenheim
Artists:
Mike McKone, Andy Lanning
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
November 3rd, 2008

Secret Invasion: Thor #3

"Secret Invasion: Thor" wraps up with the thunder god and his buddy, Beta Ray Bill, kicking Skrulls out of Broxton Oklahoma.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Matt Fraction
Artists:
Doug Braithwaite
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
October 31st, 2008

Astonishing X-Men: Ghost Boxes #1

Sixteen excellent pages and a lot of filler for your hard-earned $3.99.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Warren Ellis
Artists:
Alan Davis, Adi Granov
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
October 30th, 2008

Wolverine: Manifest Destiny #1

Wolverine returns to San Francisco’s Chinatown, and old scores must be settled! By Aaron and Segovia.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jason Aaron
Artists:
Stephen Segovia
Reviewer:
James Hunt
October 29th, 2008

Thor: The Truth of History #1

Alan Davis takes Thor and puts him in an adventure set during the pyramid building days of ancient Egypt. If nothing else, the book looks good.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Alan Davis
Artists:
Alan Davis, Mark Farmer
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
October 27th, 2008

Daredevil #112

This is what we've been waiting for from a Brubaker/Lark Daredevil comic.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Ed Brubaker
Artists:
Michael Lark, Stefano Gaudiano
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
October 26th, 2008

Ghost Rider: Danny Ketch #1

Simon Spurrier fills in the Danny Ketch gaps in a spin-off that's not nearly as good as the main title.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Simon Spurrier
Artists:
Javier Saltares, Tom Palmer
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
October 26th, 2008

Hulk #7

"Hulk" continues to be simultaneously one of the best-drawn and simplest books at Marvel Comics, even with two new pencillers on board.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Jeph Loeb
Artists:
Arthur Adams, Frank Cho, Walden Wong
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
October 25th, 2008

Secret Invasion #7

The penultimate issue of Marvel's summer event continues the big-screen action and excitement, while giving fans of the Marvel Universe some great "oo!" and "ahhhh!" moments.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Brian Michael Bendis
Artists:
Leinil Francis Yu, Mark Morales
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
October 23rd, 2008

X-Men: Worlds Apart #1

Storm takes the spotlight as the Shadow King invades Wakanda, by Yost and Neves.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Chris Yost
Artists:
Diogenes Neves, Ed Tadea
Reviewer:
James Hunt
October 21st, 2008

Ultimate Origins #5

The series which promised to tell the secret history of the Ultimate Universe ends, but doesn’t exactly wrap itself up. By Bendis and Guice.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Brian Bendis
Artists:
Butch Guice
Reviewer:
James Hunt
October 21st, 2008

X-Factor #36

The art has settled down and the story has kicked into high-gear, making it a good time to give "X-Factor" a shot if you haven't already.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Peter David
Artists:
Larry Stroman, Jon Sibal
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
October 21st, 2008

Uncanny X-Men #503

Greg Land's art is still problematic, but this psycho-sexual action comic isn't the worst fit for his work.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Ed Brubaker, Matt Fraction
Artists:
Greg Land, Jay Leisten
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
October 20th, 2008

Young X-Men #7

"Young X-Men" begins to move into its new direction, but the overall pace still feels like everyone involved is swimming through molasses.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Marc Guggenheim
Artists:
Ben Oliver
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
October 17th, 2008

Mighty Avengers #19

The title of this issue may as well have been "Captain Marvel's Secret Invasion Identity Crisis Special," which would be more accurate to the story within.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Brian Michael Bendis
Artists:
Khoi Pham, Danny Miki, Allen Martinez
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
October 16th, 2008

X-Men: Manifest Destiny #2

It’s time for another X-Men anthology, featuring a lead story about Iceman by Mike Carey, and backup shorts featuring Juggernaut and Emma Frost.

Publisher:
Marvel Comics
Writer:
Mike Carey, Skottie Young, Chris Yost
Artists:
Michael Ryan, Victor Olazaba, Daniel Panosian, Paco Diaz
Reviewer:
James Hunt
October 14th, 2008
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