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Jonah Hex #35

Another great "Jonah Hex" artist showcase, this time with J. H. Williams III

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Justin Gray, Jimmy Palmiotti
Artists:
J. H. Williams III
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
September 7th, 2008

Ambush Bug: Year None #2

It's great to see Giffen drawing the irreverent Ambush Bug again, but this issue's not all that funny.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Keith Giffen, Robert Loren Fleming
Artists:
Keith Giffen, Al Milgrom
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
August 29th, 2008

Final Crisis: Superman Beyond #1

Grant Morrison provides the secret history of the DC Universe via Supermen.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Grant Morrison
Artists:
Doug Mahnke, Christian Alamy, Rodney Ramos, Tom Nguyen, Walden Wong
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
August 27th, 2008

The Flash #243

Tom Peyer and Freddie Williams II draw their chapter of the life and times of Wally West (and family) to a close in a showdown in Gorilla City, but not all of the characters leave this issue in the same state they start it.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Tom Peyer
Artists:
Freddie E. Williams II
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
August 26th, 2008

Family Dynamic #1

Hidden beneath the banner of a Johnny DC title, this book is not a book for kids, but rather a story for ALL AGES! Family, legacy and super-heroics await behind a Sean Galloway cover.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
J Torres
Artists:
Tim Levins, Dan Davis
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
August 25th, 2008

Trinity #12

"Trinity" marches on, relentlessly, and with a flair for the average.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Kurt Busiek, Fabian Nicieza
Artists:
Mark Bagley, Mike Norton, Art Thibert, Karl Kesel
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
August 25th, 2008

Final Crisis: Legion Of Three Worlds #1

George Perez draws not one, not two, but THREE Legions. And Geoff Johns writes a pretty nifty story.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Geoff Johns
Artists:
George Perez, Scott Koblish
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
August 24th, 2008

Booster Gold #11

Chuck Dixon's two-issue story of time-traveling consequences is entertaining, but after last month's issue, couldn't have possibly happened at a worst possible time.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Chuck Dixon
Artists:
Dan Jurgens, Norm Rapmund
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
August 17th, 2008

Final Crisis: Revelations #1

Greg Rucka returns to his creation Crispus Allen, in what feels like an attempt to better define the role of the Spectre.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Greg Rucka
Artists:
Philip Tan, Jonathan Glapion, Jeff de los Santos, Walden Wong
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
August 16th, 2008

Action Comics #868

The new Brainiac. Same as the old Brainiac, but beefier.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Geoff Johns
Artists:
Gary Frank, Jon Sibal
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
August 15th, 2008

Batman #679

Morrison's "Batman" run is heading into the homestretch, with plenty of weird but fascinating pieces put into position.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Grant Morrison
Artists:
Tony Daniel
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
August 15th, 2008

Wonder Woman #23

"Ends of the Earth" wraps up with plenty of fire and brimstone, but not enough heart.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Gail Simone
Artists:
Aaron Lopresti, Matt Ryan
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
August 15th, 2008

Manhunter #33

"Forgotten" sinks its hooks deeper into the DCU as Kate Spencer continues to live the DC equivalent of Kevin Bacon, touching characters from the DCU as varied as Oracle and Phantom Lady.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Marc Andreyko
Artists:
Michael Gaydos
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
August 14th, 2008

Teen Titans #61

Sean McKeever is rebuilding the broken down "Teen Titans" comic, and so far it seems to be working.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Sean McKeever
Artists:
Carlos Rodriguez, Mark McKenna
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
August 11th, 2008

Hawkman Special #1

Hawkman's past, like his mace are shattered in this issue that will almost certainly leave readers wondering what they’ve just encountered and why it has to happen.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Jim Starlin
Artists:
Jim Starlin, Al Milgrom
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
August 11th, 2008

Detective Comics #847

Paul Dini and Dustin Nguyen attempt to make Hush an interesting character, and with some success.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Paul Dini
Artists:
Dustin Nguyen, Derek Fridolfs
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
August 7th, 2008

The War that Time Forgot #4

Like a game of Heroscape that lasts far too long.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Bruce Jones
Artists:
Al Barrionuevo, Jimmy Palmiotti
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
August 7th, 2008

Final Crisis #3

"Final Crisis" kicks into high gear, and Morrison and Jones create a new kind of universe-wide crossover event.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Grant Morrison
Artists:
J.G. Jones
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
August 6th, 2008

Final Crisis #3

Things become clearer as heroes are drafted, and evil gains an overwhelming advantage.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Grant Morrison
Artists:
J.G. Jones
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
August 6th, 2008

Green Lantern #33

As it did last year, "Green Lantern" is providing an exciting summer read with high stakes adventure and two-fisted fun. This may be a tale of yore, but it certainly should be a read of yours.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Geoff Johns
Artists:
Ivan Reis, Oclair Albert
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
August 5th, 2008

Catwoman #81

The penultimate issue of Selina Kyle's series, and it's a good one.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Will Pfeifer
Artists:
David Lopez, Alvaro Lopez
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
August 5th, 2008

Reign in Hell #1

Keith Giffen's "Reign in Hell" brings to mind mid-'90s Vertigo mini-series, but not in a good way.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Keith Giffen
Artists:
Tom Denerick, Bill Sienkiewicz, Stephen Jorge Segovia
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
August 3rd, 2008

Manhunter #32

Loads of cameos and easter eggs fill out an issue that's new reader friendly and DC Universe situated.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Marc Andreyko
Artists:
Michael Gaydos
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
August 3rd, 2008

Super Friends #5

Unmistakably aimed at a younger audience in support of a toy line, but delivering a fun story that might just sneak in an educational factoid or to.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Sholly Fisch
Artists:
Stewart McKenny, Phil Moy, Mike DeCarlo
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
July 31st, 2008

Blue Beetle #29

A new writer helms the adventures of the new Blue Beetle. It's a good start with one misstep, but a lot of hope for the future.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Matthew Sturges
Artists:
Rafael Albuquerque
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
July 31st, 2008

Superman #678

James Robinson's second issue of "Superman" is stronger than the first, but the consistency and pacing of this story is still akin to molasses.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
James Robinson
Artists:
Renato Guedes, Wilson Magalhaes
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
July 28th, 2008

Joker's Asylum: Scarecrow #1

The new "Jokery's Asylum" issue gets off to a slow start, but a nice twist and pleasant art makes for an enjoyable read.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Joe Harris
Artists:
Juan Doe
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
July 28th, 2008

Justice League of America #23

Dwayne McDuffie's "Justice League of America" run finally begins to heat up, even as it runs over familiar territory and Meltzer's dangling plotlines.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Dwayne McDuffie
Artists:
Ed Benes
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
July 24th, 2008

Ambush Bug: Year None #1

Ambush Bug returns in all his glory, and Keith Giffen's got a whole new status quo in the DC Universe to play with.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Keith Giffen, Robert Loren Fleming, Wonder Chick
Artists:
Keith Giffen, Al Milgrom, Wonder Chick
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
July 23rd, 2008

Manhunter #31

The return of the "Manhunter" comic starts off with a quick -- but dense -- recap, before launching into an entertaining new storyline.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Marc Andreyko
Artists:
Michael Gaydos
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
July 20th, 2008

Joker's Asylum: Penguin #1

Jasons Aaron and Pearson combine to define The Penguin in a meaningful way.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Jason Aaron
Artists:
Jason Pearson
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
July 20th, 2008

Justice Society of America #17

What hath Gog wrought?

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Geoff Johns, Alex Ross
Artists:
Fernando Pasarin, Prentis Rollins, John Stanisci
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
July 15th, 2008

Detective Comics #846

The first of a five-part Hush tale, with practically no connection to "Batman R.I.P."

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Paul Dini
Artists:
Dustin Nguyen, Derek Fridolfs
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
July 14th, 2008

Final Crisis: Requiem #1

"Requiem" is an apt farewell for the Martian Manhunter, with a poignant and memorable script by Peter J. Tomasi.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Peter J. Tomasi
Artists:
Doug Mahnke, Christian Alamy, Rodney Ramos
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
July 11th, 2008

Booster Gold #1000000

Geoff Johns and Jeff Katz conclude their year writing "Booster Gold" with a belated "DC One Million" tie-in, but more importantly an emotional issue that makes me really wish they'd sign back on board for more issues.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Geoff Johns, Jeff Katz
Artists:
Dan Jurgens, Norm Rapmund
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
July 10th, 2008

Legion of Super-Heroes #43

Jim Shooter's run on "Legion of Super-Heroes" has spent seven issues moving towards this point, but the moment comes off surprisingly lackluster.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Jim Shooter
Artists:
Francis Manapul, Livesay
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
July 9th, 2008

Northlanders #7

Wood and Gianfelice give us an unexpected climax in what has become one of the best comic book series on the stands.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Brian Wood
Artists:
Davide Gianfelice
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
July 9th, 2008

Joker's Asylum: The Joker #1

The Joker invites us in to his demented game in a chaotic and ugly issue from Arvid Nelson and Alex Sanchez.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Arvid Nelson
Artists:
Alex Sanchez
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
July 8th, 2008

The New York Four

Brian Wood and Ryan Kelly's Minx book is an engaging look at love and friendship.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Brian Wood
Artists:
Ryan Kelly
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
July 8th, 2008

Billy Batson and the Magic of Shazam! #1

Captain Marvel is back in this kid-friendly new series by Mike Kunkel.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Mike Kunkel
Artists:
Mike Kunkel
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
July 5th, 2008

Superman #677

James Robinson joins the Superman family with a strong jumping-on point for new readers, starting with Krypto and Atlas.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
James Robinson
Artists:
Renato Guedes, Wilson Magalhaes
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
July 5th, 2008

Batman #678

"Batman: R.I.P." goes down the proverbial rabbit hole, here, making Grant Morrison's "Batman" its strangest yet. At the same time, though, it's also at its most compelling.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Grant Morrison
Artists:
Tony Daniel, Sandu Florea
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
July 3rd, 2008

Green Lantern #32

Geoff Johns's "Year One" version of Green Lantern keeps humming along.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Geoff Johns
Artists:
Ivan Reis, Oclair Albert. Julio Ferreira
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
June 28th, 2008

Final Crisis #2

"Final Crisis" escalates with a nightmarish vision of a DC Universe gone awry.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Grant Morrison
Artists:
JG Jones
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
June 25th, 2008

Final Crisis #2

The second issue of one of the most talked about series in ages is out. What's the verdict? CBR's Benjamin Birdie is excited about what he's seen.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Grant Morrison
Artists:
J.G. Jones
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
June 25th, 2008

Trinity #3

In its third week, "Trinity" starts coming together. Mike Norton and Jerry Ordway's secondary story art is a visual treat.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Kurt Busiek, Fabian Nicieza
Artists:
Mark Bagley, Art Thibert, Mike Norton, Jerry Ordway
Reviewer:
Benjamin Birdie
June 21st, 2008

Superman/Batman #49

Shane Davis's art looks great in the conclusion to the six-part "K" arc.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Michael Green, Mike Johnson
Artists:
Shane Davis, Matt Banning
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
June 21st, 2008

Justice League of America #22

McDuffie slips back into Meltzer territory with an uneven mix of adult themes and juvenile thrills.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Dwayne McDuffie
Artists:
Ed Benes
Reviewer:
Timothy Callahan
June 20th, 2008

Checkmate #27

Two issues into Bruce Jones's debut as the new writer of "Checkmate", and it couldn't be further from what we've seen on the book so far.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Bruce Jones
Artists:
Manuel Garcia
Reviewer:
Greg McElhatton
June 19th, 2008

The Brave and the Bold #14

"Brave and the Bold" teams up Deadman with Green Arrow -- another odd combination of characters that leads to great results. Mark Waid and Scott Kolins give you lots of superhero bang for your buck.

Publisher:
DC Comics
Writer:
Mark Waid
Artists:
Scott Kolins
Reviewer:
Doug Zawisza
June 19th, 2008
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