Author Archives: Sam LeBas

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Review: Batman #21

By | Jun 13, 2013 | Reviews

What do you love about the city? What do you love about Gotham? What do you love about Bruce Wayne? About Batman? Whatever the answer, you’ll find a significant, promising new take on it in “Batman: Zero Year.” Written by Scott Snyder Illustrated by Greg CapulloWitness The New 52 origin of The Dark Knight in […]

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Review: East of West #3

By | Jun 6, 2013 | Reviews

Eye-popping art, and heart-wrenching story prove that “East of West,” is a force to be reckoned with. Written by Jonathan Hickman Illustrated by Nick Dragotta “THE DRAGON” Death’s reign of terror over THOSE WHO RULE continues, as the forces of the END TIMES continue to work to bring about the Apocalypse. It’s the END OF […]

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Review: Morning Glories #27

By | May 31, 2013 | Reviews

“Morning Glories” #27 represents pure escapism. By following these kids down the rabbit hole, readers are taken on a mental journey that will boggle the mind to such an extent that worries about whether or not that girl will call you back, how the dishes are going to get clean or why your boss seems […]

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Review: The Wake #1

By | May 30, 2013 | Reviews

Monsters, mystery, and madness may be closer than you think. Chaos and intrigue permeate the surface of a seemingly calm facade in the new series, “The Wake,” from Scott Snyder and Sean Murphy. Written by Scott Snyder Illustrated by Sean Murphy “THERE’S SOMETHING DOWN THERE…” When Marine Biologist Lee Archer is approached by the Department […]

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Review: Five Ghosts: The Haunting of Fabian Gray

By | May 24, 2013 | Reviews

“Five Ghosts: The Haunting of Fabian Gray” #3, is a non-stop, action-packed adventure. Mythology, conflict, and mystery swirl around an apex of imagination, and in this issue every element is being drawn together by the forceful control of the creative team. Written by Frank J. Barbiere Illustrated by Chris Mooneyham “ENTER: THE FORGOTTEN CITY!” In […]

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Review: The Bounce #1

By | May 23, 2013 | Reviews

Casey and Messina’s “The Bounce” #1 offers a new take on superhero comics and establishes a world where the unexpected is all that can be expected. This decidedly street-level high-flying adventure will leave you scratching your head, wondering how the world of cape comics has existed without a character like this for so long. Written […]

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Review: Batgirl #20

By | May 17, 2013 | Reviews

In this issue of “Batgirl,” Barbara loses a fight with a doll, then goes home to get wasted before barging into her therapist’s office in tears. This, ladies and gentlemen, is our hero. Questionable creative choices and lackluster characterization drag this title down, making it difficult to get invested. Written by Gail Simone Illustrated by […]

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Review: The Dream Merchant #1

By | May 16, 2013 | Reviews

In “The Dream Merchant” #1, Edmondson and Novosadov wrap their hands around the mysterious space between wakefulness and unconsciousness, squeezing until we realize just how vulnerable we are when we close our eyes. Written by Nathan Edmondson Illustrated by Konstantin Novosadov “PART ONE” A double-size issue to kick off a new sci-fi series from Nathan […]

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Review: Avengers #11

By | May 10, 2013 | Reviews

What happens in the A.I.M. Island Nation-State Casino does not stay in the A.I.M. Nation-State Casino. Hickman is a harbinger of hijinks, humor, hits, and heroics in this heist-style issue. Written by Jonathan Hickman Illustrated by Mike Deodato As Shang-Chi battles an ancient enemy, the Avengers hang out in Hong Kong’s swankiest casino.Captain Marvel, Black […]

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Review: Hawkeye #10

By | May 3, 2013 | Reviews

The perpetual futz up comes face to face with a villain who is truly futzed up. Written by Matt Fraction Illustrated by Franceso Francavilla The most acclaimed new book of the year continues! Who pulled the trigger? Where have you seen him before? Have you seen him before? Maybe. But not like this. It’s murder, […]

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Review: Chew #33

By | Apr 19, 2013 | Reviews

Against a backdrop of sumptuous satire, delectable art, and original flavor “Chew” #33 provides food for thought. Written by John Layman Illustrated by Rob Guillory Tony takes on a load of seamen. In the midst of the ‘Bad Apples,’ story arc, Layman and Guillory continue to find innovative ways to engage and surprise readers. “Chew” […]

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