Graphic Novels are collections of a comic book series or miniseries. I review them here as they are under represented.
Ever wonder what the mythology of the ancient pantheon would like if it was put in a cyberpunk scenario? Top Cow Productions and Image Comics brings us God Complex: Dogma. Written by Paul Jenkins with art by Hendry Prasetya, this brings Roman mythology and philosophy into a science fiction realm. In the city of Delphi,…
Ever wonder what would happen if Beetle Bailey was to fight a grown-up version of Calvin and Hobbs? Writer David Pepose and Santiago Jr., Jorge have the answer. Look no further than the epic comic book sequel from Action Labs Entertainment that turned the newspaper funnies on its head in a satirical and violent way.…
Legendary comic book writer Chuck Dixon (co-creator of Batman villain Bane) takes us out of the streets of Gotham City into a galaxy far, far away in Star Wars: General Grievous. Published by Dark Horse Comics, it is a tale from the Clone Wars that explores the dark places of the war. Set between Episodes…
Screenwriter Marc Guggenheim (best known for Arrow, Legends of Tomorrow) tries his hand at writing a comic book storyline for DC Comics. Along with artists Jerry Bingham and Mark Farmers they bring us the graphic novel Batman: Super Powers, collected from Batman Confidential #50-54. In the early days of the Dark Knight protecting Gotham City,…
Detective Comics volume 6 is written by James Tynion IV with artwork from Philippe Briones and Eddy Barrows. The DC Comics collection includes issues #969-974 plus Annual #1. With Red Robin returned to Gotham City after the events of volume five, he and Spoiler reunite, though she is angry that he is choosing to continue…
In Detective Comics volume five, a fan-favorite character returns from his long absence. Written by James Tynion IV and Christopher Sebala with art from Eddy Barrows, Alvaro Martinez, and Carmen Carnero. Tim Drake has been trapped in a bizarre interdimensional prison since the events Rise of The Batmen. However, after he encounters a brutal version…
Batman: The Dark Prince Charming is a standalone, non-canon story from DC Comics. It is written and drawn by European author Enrico Marini, who says in the introduction he took inspiration from Bruce Timm and Paul Dini, two epic comic book writers. He crafts a unique, but compelling story of the Dark Knight. Bruce Wayne…
James Tynion IV continues the DC Rebirth version of Detective Comics with volume four “Deus Ex Machina” which explores the new version of a Jean Paul Valley also known as Azrael, another member of the Batman Family. Former high ranking member of the Order of Saint Dumas Nomoz arrives in Gotham City injured with a…
Seasons Volume 1: Spring is the first of four-part series of graphic novels. It is written by Nandor Fox Shaffer and illustrated by Anthony Gonzales-Clark. Fletcher Hart Ilams is a young man working at a real estate office. He is in love with his co-worker Cathlyn and planning on telling her about his feelings. Things…
There is no question that Paul Dini is a genius writer. He has brought us some incredible stories and characters, including Harley Quinn, the on-again/off-again lover of Batman nemesis The Joker. Partnering with artist Kenneth Rocafort and Top Cow Production, he hits another home-run with neo-noir superhero Madame Mirage Volume 1, originally released in 2010. In…
Originally published in DC Comics’ Post-Crisis story-arc, Batman: Broken City is written by Brian Azzarello and illustrated by Eduardo Risso. Told across six issues, it uses the classic hard-boiled detective stories to set the tone and style. After a young girl is found dead in a Gotham City landfill, Batman takes it upon himself to…
For Molly Chapter One is a new indie graphic novel written and created by Gabe Cheng featuring art by Benjamin Sawyer. It started out as a webcomic before evolving into a print comic book. A recently divorced New Yorker named Greg is going through grief at the failure of his marriage. His only support is…
Marvel Comics brings together the Man Without Fear and New York’s deadliest vigilante in Daredevil And The Punisher: Child’s Play written by comic book veteran Frank Miller and drawn by Miller along with iconic artist Klaus Jansen. It was first published in 1988 and highlighted a growing drug problem in the inner city. The United…
Awakening: A Christmas Episode of the Starlight Chronicles by CS Johnson is part of her young adult novel series “The Starlight Chronicles” set between book one and two. It is illustrated by Eko Bambang. As Christmas comes around in Apollo City, Hamilton Dinger is excited about spending the season with his girlfriend Gwen Kessler. However,…
From the era of ComicsGate, comic book veteran Richard C. Meyer has always been a critique of the comic book industry move toward intersectionality and social justice warrior content. Instead of whining about it, he did something about it. He teamed up with artists Jon Malin, Brett R. Smith, and Eric Weathers to recreate the…
The DC Rebirth continues on with Detective Comics volume three “League of Shadows,” from writer James Tynion IV and featuring artwork from the talented illustrators Marcio Takara and Christian Duce. Shortly after the takedown of The Victim’s Syndicate, Batman and Batwoman are training Cassandra Cain aka Orphan, Luke Fox aka Bat-Wing, Jean Paul Valley aka…
Based on Ayn Rand’s short novel Anthem, Jennifer Grossman adapts the story with comic book artist Dan Parsons (Dark Horse Star Wars: Legacy and DC Comics Nightwing: Convergence). Published by the Atlas Society, the graphic novel retells this modern day fable in an illustrated way. For those unfamiliar with the story, it follows a character…
From Mad Cave Studios comes this Medieval fantasy Battlecats, taking place in another world where Felines rule and there are five moons in the night sky, this graphic novel collects the first five issues of the series. Do not worry, there are no spoilers here. The Battlecats, lead by Kelthan of Stormholt, are an elite group…
My friend and fellow author CS Johnson does not just write YA fiction like The Girl of All My Memes. She also writes graphic novels. Didn’t know that about her, did you? The Serpent-Bearer and the Prince of Stars is fantasy story about a warrior named Ophiuchus who carries a terrible burden. Ophiuchus is a celebrated warrior among…
DC Comics brings Batman: Detective Comics Vol. 2: The Victim Syndicate, part of the DC Rebirth. It immediately follows Rise of the Batmen, which saw the reintroduction of characters like the Spoiler, Robin, and Cassandra Cain (as The Orphan). Reeling from the supposed death of Tim Drake, Stephanie Brown aka the Spoiler is acting out, openly…
Black Powder, Red Earth: Yemen Volume 3 is the next chapter in the series of the same name. I had previously reviewed the first two volumes of these graphic novels written by Jon Chang and illustrated by Josh Taylor. It continues the saga of the Private Military Companies who are fighting the terrorists trying to sabotage…
Black Powder, Red Earth: Yemen is the third in the series about mercenaries doing military operations in the Middle East following the Iraq War. I have to admit, I did not know what to expect when this was given to me, but this graphic novel written by Jon Chang and illustrated by Josh Taylor is very engaging.…
Captain Atom has always been un underrated superhero, having resurgences here and there. Written by Cary Bates and Greg Weisman with art from Will Conrad, The Fall And Rise Of Captain Atom tells the DC Comics character from a new perspective as part of their “Rebirth” in 2018. During a friendly encounter with the Justice…
Action Lab Comics published Spencer & Locke, a neo-noir comic book series about a tough-as-nails police detective named Locke. He’s got a secret. He has an imaginary friend named Spencer, who is also his partner on the force. Weird, huh? Oh, it’s only just beginning. Locke is saddened by the murder of his high school…
Batman – Detective Comics Volume One: Rise of The Batmen brings us into the DC Rebirth. James Tynion IV has taken over as chief writer of DC Comic’s flagship publication. He is joined by artists Eddy Barrows and Alvaro Martinez for this relaunch. Batman wants to prepare Gotham City for a war. It is one…
