| 1. Irredeemable: Volume 1 | 
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By: Mark Waid
Publisher: BOOM! Studios
October 06, 2009
Since the 80s Squadron Supreme series there's been a whole sub-genere of comics that star thinly-veiled versions of Superman or the Justice League allowing writers to tell stories DC would never allow. Some like Alan Moore's Supreme or Robert Kirkman's Invincible have risen beyond their status as knocks-offs and become true classics. Others have failed miserably.
So where does Mark... more
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| 2. Absolute Planetary Book Two | |
By: Warren Ellis
Publisher: WildStorm
July 13, 2010
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| 3. Absolute Planetary Book One | 
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By: Warren Ellis, John Cassaday
Publisher: Wildstorm
July 13, 2010
I echo the praise of the other reviewers for this book, but potential buyers should be aware that DC is re-releasing it for $75.00 in July 2010 (along with the long-awaited Volume 2). If you can wait that long, you can get a new copy for much less than you would pay right now... more
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| 4. Astonishing X-Men, Vol. 2 (v. 2) |
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By: Joss Whedon
Publisher: Marvel Comics
December 31, 2008
Definitely didn't live up to my expectations or build on how awesome Vol. 1 was!... more
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| 5. Astonishing X-Men Vol. 1: Gifted |
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By: Joss Whedon, John Cassaday
Publisher: Marvel Comics
December 29, 2004
There are just too many X-men titles out there. Not being an X-men fan, this comic book was a revelation on how a new writer could continue to inject interest into a tired genre.
Prof Xavier's sabbatical provides a convenient starting point for a new team of X-men to be formed under the shaky leadership of Cyclops. Perhaps mindful of the recent demise of Marvel Girl (aka The Phoenix)... more
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| 6. Planetary Vol. 4: Spacetime Archaeology | |
By: Warren Ellis
Publisher: WildStorm
March 09, 2010
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| 7. Astonishing X-Men, Vol. 4: Unstoppable |
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By: Joss Whedon
Publisher: Marvel Comics
July 16, 2008
This book is great. I didn't want to put it down once I started reading it. Joss Whedon is a great storyteller and really gets the characters. Also, did not see the plot twist coming at the end. Hopefully that's not the end of the character. The artist is really great too and I can only think of maybe 2 others that would've brought equal success to the book in terms of artistry, but no matter... more
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| 8. Astonishing X-Men, Vol. 3: Torn (v. 3) |
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By: Joss Whedon
Publisher: Marvel Comics
February 28, 2007
After the truly astonishing vol 1 comic, followed by the confusing vol 2, vol 3 sees some restoration of continuity to this X-men series. The title Torn refers (I think) to Emma Frost's state of mind whereby she betrays the X-men because she was brainwashed by members of the Hellfire Club into releasing a ghoulish looking lump of jelly from some pod. Naturally in turn, Emma brainwashes Kitty Pryde... more
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| 9. Planetary: Leaving the 20th Century - Volume 3 |
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By: Warren Ellis, John Cassaday
Publisher: Wildstorm
July 01, 2004
I'm not one for writing a lot of reviews, but this series is so good that I can not in good conscience fail to praise it. The story, begun so skilfully in vol 1, carried on through vol 2, now continues and gladly does not end in vol 3. Elijah Snow, Jakita Wagner and the Drummer continue their exploration into the secret history of the world, and we get to come along for the ride. If you are one... more
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| 10. Planetary Vol. 2: The Fourth Man |
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By: Warren Ellis, John Cassaday
Publisher: Wildstorm
December 01, 2001
The story is awesome. The art is superb. I, however, have a huge complaint with Ellis's writing. The man cannot write a sentence to save his life. I find myself frustrated and confused more often than not. Part of this might be his work load. He may be stretching himself too thin. Moreover, whoever edits his comics (especially, on Avatar) should focus on the words and the syntax over story and... more
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