last reads

Unfortunately I don't read as many comic books as I used to. So it's not surprising that I miss some great ones. Recently I came across Anomaly , which is a very interesting production, to say the least. It is the longest original full-color graphic novel ever published, and it is enhanced by an augmented reality mobile application. Here's how its official site describes Anomaly: "Anomaly is an epic tale of deception, redemption, and unity set on a strange alien world and the longest original full-color graphic novel ever published. With lush illustrations, action-packed storytelling, and awe-inspiring interactive features, Anomaly is a must-have multimedia experience for science-fiction, fantasy, and comic book fans alike. Immerse yourself in this groundbreaking space opera via a 370-page hardcover book and companion augmented reality app or through a standalone tablet app complete with cinematic voice acting and sound." Folks! Here, we're talking about a b...

Spider-man: The Cosmic Adventures by Gerry Conway Publishing Information: Paperback; 192 Pages Publisher: Marvel Comics; 1993 ISBN: 9780871359636 Graphic Novel Copy: Out of pocket Reviewer: Tyson Synopsis: "Spider-Man's Gone Cosmic! If wit great power must come great responsibility - what in the world must come with power beyond imagination?! Enemies galore - that's what! When Magneto, Dr. Doom, the Kingpin and the Wizard mastermind a plan to defeat their enemies, Spider-Man's at the top of their hit list. As Earth's greatest villains set their acts of vengeance into motion, Spider-Man finds himself possessing powers of a truly cosmic nature. Now it's a fight against time as Spider-Man is attached by wave after wave of super-villains. Will he master his newfound powers in time to defend himself against the final onslaught?! Written by Spider-Man veterans Gerry Conway David Michelinie and illustrated by the top talents in the business: Sal Buscema, Alex Saviuk, ...

Judge Dredd: The Complete Case Files 01 by John Wagner Pat Mills, Carlos Ezquerra (Illustrator), Mike McMahon (Illustrator), Ian Gibson (Illustrator), Robert Flynn, Kelvin Grosnell, Charles Herring Jr. , Malcolm Shaw, Joe Collins, Brian Bolland (Illustrator), Massimo Belardinelli (Illustrator), John Cooper (Illustrator) Publishing information: Paperback; 320 pages Publisher: 2000 AD; 15 June 2010 ISBN: 978-1906735876 Series: Vol 1 Copy: Out of pocket Reviewer: Tyson Amazon Synopsis: "The iconic character Judge Dredd finally received the graphic novel platform he deserved in the Case Files editions. Since 1977, one man has dominated the British comic scene. He is judge, jury and executioner; a merciless farfuture lawman delivering justice with an iron fist on the mean streets of Mega-City One. He is Judge Dredd! US readers can discover the roots of this legendary character in this vast a thrill-packed series of graphic novels, which collect together all of Dredd’s adventures in ch...

Batman: Year Zero: Dark City by Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo Publishing Information: Paperback; 240 pgs Publisher: DC Comics; 15 Oct 2014 ISBN: 9781401248857 Series: Volume 5 Copy: Out of pocket Reviewer: Tyson Amazon Synopsis: "Before the Batcave and Robin, The Joker and the Batmobile, there was ZERO YEAR. The Riddler has plunged Gotham City into darkness. How will a young Dark Knight bring his beloved hometown from the brink of chaos and madness and back into the light? This final ZERO YEAR volume collects BATMAN #25-27 and 29-33." The final edition of the Year Zero series and Bruce Wayne's first forays as the Dark Knight has the "World's Greatest Detective" being hunted by Commissioner Loeb and the Gotham City PD, While he is looking for the person behind a string of violent murders all while the city is experiencing a blackout due to a super storm approaching the city. Oh, and then there is Edward Nygma, also known as the Riddler making an appearance. T...

Star Wars Vol. 3 Rebel Jail by Jason Aaron, Mike Mayhew, and Leinli Yu Publishing information: Paperback; 152 pages Publisher: Marvel; 16 Aug 2016 ISBN: 9780785199830 Series: Volume 3 Copy: Out of Pocket Reviewer: Tyson Amazon Synopsis: "What comes next for the Rebels after the events of Vader Down? Find out as the adventures of Luke Skywalker and friends continue! The Rebel crew are en route to a prison base with a very important captive. But, unlucky for them, they aren't the only ones with their eyes on this prize! And, in another tale from the journals of Obi-Wan Kenobi, journey back to the Jedi's days of exile on Tattooine. Moisture farmer Owen Lars may have taken in young Luke, but he refused to let Ben be part of the boy's life. Now, prepare to discover the reason why! COLLECTING: STAR WARS 15-19, Annual #1" The third installment of the series mainly deals with Princess Leia as she delivers a new inmate to a secret rebel prison when it is attacked by a myst...

Star Wars Vol. 2 Showdown on Smuggler's Moon by Jason Aaron, Stuart Immonen, and Simone Bianchi Publishing Information: Paperback; 144 pages Publisher: Marvel; 26 Jan 2016 ISBN: 9780785192145 Series: Vol. 2 Copy: Out of Pocket Reviewer: Tyson Amazon Synopsis: "Injustice reigns on Tatooine as villainous scum run rampant. Will Ben Kenobi risk revealing himself to do what's right? Then, Luke continues his quest to learn about the Jedi by heading for the Jedi Temple on Coruscant. Plus: Han & Leia are confronted by an unexpected foe from Han's past! COLLECTING: STAR WARS 7-12" Last week I reviewed the first volume of the new Star Wars comic book that covers the time between New Hope and Empire Strikes Back. Volume 2 continues the adventures of the rebels and this time it features a little more of Leia, which was missing from the last book. I don't want to give too much away but in this storyline Han and Leia's struggling romance gets sidelined when someone...

Star Wars: Volume 1 Skywalker Strikes by Jason Aaron, John Cassaday, and Laura Martin Publishing Information: Paperback; 160 Pages Publisher: Marvel; 6 Oct 2015 ISBN: 9780785192138 Series: Volume 1 Copy: Out of pocket Reviewer: Tyson Amazon Synopsis: "The greatest space adventure of all returns to Marvel! Luke Skywalker and the ragtag rebel band opposing the Galactic Empire are fresh off their biggest victory yet - the destruction of the massive Death Star. But the Empire's not toppled yet! Join Luke, Princess Leia, Han Solo, Chewbacca, C-3PO, R2-D2 and the rest of the Rebel Alliance as they fight for freedom against the evil of Darth Vader and his master, the Emperor! But when a Rebel assault goes very wrong, Han and Leia will have to think fast to make their escape...while Luke fi nds himself faceto-face with Darth Vader! In the explosive aftermath, a humbled Luke returns to Tatooine to learn more about his mentor Obi-Wan Kenobi. Meanwhile, Leia and Han undertake a vital - a...

Star Wars: Darth Vader Vol. 2 by Kieron Gillen and Salvador Larrocha Publishing information: paperback; 136 pages Publisher: Marvel; 5 Jan 2016 ISBN: 978-0785192565 Series Copy: Out of Pocket Reviewer: Tyson Amazon Synopsis: "Bounty Hunters on the attack--against the Empire! Vader has a new mission to do for the Empire. Unfortunately, it's completely at odds with his own mission. What's a Dark Lord to do? Plus: Who is Tagge's mysterious new agent? COLLECTING: Darth Vader 7-12" The second volume in the Darth Vader series picks up right where the last one left off with Darth Vader still looking for his son, Luke Skywalker, while playing the fist of the Emperor, who still doesn't know that Vader knows he lied to him about Padme's death. As the book opens up when find Vader on Tattoine going through the Lars' family home and learning where Luke was sheltered all those years growing up and how he came to join the rebellion. He sends Aphra to Naboo to find o...

Star Wars: Darth Vader Vol. 1 by Kieron Gillen and Salvador Larrocha Publishing information: Paperback; 160 pgs Publisher: Marvel; 20 Oct 2016 ISBN: 9780785192558 Series: Ongoing Copy: Out of pocket Reviewer: Tyson Amazon Synopsis: "The original Dark Lord of the Sith stars in his first ongoing series! Ever since Darth Vader's first on-screen appearance, he has become one of pop-culture's most popular villains. Now, follow Vader straight from the ending of A NEW HOPE (and the pages of the new STAR WARS comic book) into his own solo adventures — showing the Empire's war with the Rebel Alliance from the other side! But when a Dark Lord needs help, who can he turn to? As Vader pursues a very personal vengeance against the Rebels and investigates the Emperor's secret machinations, he clashes with weapons scavenger Aphra and deadly Battle Droids, and returns to Geonosis to build an army. But some very powerful people don't want him to learn the truths he seeks! Gues...

Spider-Gwen vol. 0: Most Wanted? by Jason Latour and Robbi Rodriquez Publishing Information: Paperback; 112pgs Publisher: Marvel; 17 Nov 2015 ISBN: 9780785197737 Series Copy: Out of pocket Reviewer: Tyson Amazon Synopsis: "The breakout hit of the biggest Spider-Event of the century is taking the comics world by storm with her own series! Gwen Stacy is Spider-Woman, but you knew that already. What you DON'T know is what friends and foes are waiting for her in the aftermath of Spider-Verse! From the fan-favorite creative team that brought you Spider-Gwen's origin story in EDGE OF SPIDER-VERSE, Jason Latour and Robbie Rodriguez! COLLECTING: SPIDER-GWEN 1-5" Stacy Gwen was Spider-man/Peter Parker's first love. Her death was heart-wrenching and when I learned that Gwen was not only back but with the powers once only held by Spider-man. I had to wait a while to finally get my hands but finally did as I wanted to know how she returned and just how she came to gain her ab...