Maybe being a space hustler isn’t all that much fun after all? A few joyous stings have brought much bounty for our friend Cade Skywalker, but he’s pushing his hand and facing the consequences. This ends how it should; did somebody say bounty hunters? Rollicking fun in a universe we love. -Bretzke

Star Wars - Legacy #37

Be honest, when this came up in Previews, we didn’t see the title, or even the blurb, just the eye candy. Gotham City’s finest ladies have teamed up for…well who cares why? This is a no brainer, you know what you’re getting. If you’re a fan of any of these characters (Catwoman, Poison Ivy, Harley Quinn), then this book is a must. Favourite quote: “You’re going to kick my ass, aren’t you?; Oh my goodness yes.” -Bretzke

Gotham City Sirens #1

Now let’s see, we’ve got skeletons in the closet, macho mano a mano chest pounding, dead otherworldly terrorists (including one particularly gruesome death), plus a little sexual tension sprinkled on top. I’d call this one a winner!

Dark Avengers #6

I made it as far as page 47 (of 226) before calling it quits. Could that line really be as obvious as it seems!?

Green Arrow - Quiver HC

A truly epic conclusion to this great series. The New York Times called it “Maniacally brilliant” and I would agree. Who else would attempt to show a stranger’s entire suicide attempt (prevented by Superman) in just five panels…and pull it off!? With the power of just one line–”You’re much stronger than you think you are.”–Morrison captures the amazing power and compassion of Superman in a way that has forever changed my view of the man. Awesome.

All-Star Superman, HC vol. 2

No. Just don’t. I know it looks pretty, nice cover, all shiny and new. But don’t. Save yourself the time you’ll waste on this travesty of retelling and backfilling. This is bland like mall Indian food. If you enjoy the mediocre and think that below average is fine, please, make the purchase and revel in the cavernous realms of ‘meh’. There’s a place for people who write like this: daytime soaps. -Bretzke

Action Comics - Annual #12 (2009)

I must admit I am a sucker for the bats. And for Rucka writing the bats. The religion of crime has a new leader…and a bit of history with Batwoman. The bad kind of history. The kind that involves drugs and torture and such. This issue is intense and beautiful in all the right ways. Fired up for #2!

Detective Comics #854

Finally Cheshire gets the attention he deserves, at least that’s what he’ll tell you. Gruesome and brilliantly violent, sure you wouldn’t wish this on anyone you knew but these people had it coming! Our purple ringmaster gets his due, regaining his chops and bringing the house down. Enjoy in moderation, with the light on. -Bretzke

Tales From Wonderland - The Cheshire Cat one-shot

For all the time I spent cringing at the idea of an era-spanning crossover event in the Star Wars universe, I have to admit that I found myself turning these pages with interest and anticipation, and I look forward to reading volume 2. I, for one, welcome the excuse to check out the four eras of Dark Horse’s Star Wars offerings, and see them come together.

Star Wars - Vector TPB, vol. 1

Drugs laced with vaginal mucus and dried foetus!? Boob honking!? It’s all here, along with a hint of an actual plot! But are the boys the hunters or the hunted!?

Herogasm #2