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Deadpool Kills The Marvel Universe One Last Time
You loved it when Deadpool killed the Marvel Universe. You couldn't believe your luck when Deadpool killed the Marvel Universe again! Now, brace yourselves -- because Deadpool is about to kill the Marvel Universe...one...last...time!
But we meet the murderous Merc with a Mouth at a low ebb -- alone, broken, bereft of purpose. Far from the sassin' assassin we know and love -- until a multiversal explorer arrives with a mission across realities that only Deadpool can complete.
He has a kill list filled with familiar and surprising versions of your favorite heroes, and teleporting tech that can take him from universe to universe -- so it's time to get bodyslidin' and body-pilin'! Wade is back on the hunt -- and it's Marvels season!
Batman Vol. 1: I Am Gotham (Rebirth)
A part of DC Universe: Rebirth! "I AM GOTHAM" The Caped Crusader has never been stopped. Not by the Joker. Not by Two-Face. Not even by the entire Justice League. But now, in the wake of DC UNIVERSE: REBIRTH, Batman must face his most challenging foe ever--a hero who wants to save Gotham...from the Batman!
I liked this comic. There is a good origin story of these new characters. I am intertested to see what other stories they are featured in.
The Night Eaters: Her Little Reapers
The second volume in the graphic novel horror trilogy from award winning duo of Marjorie Liu and Sana Takeda - the creative team behind the New York Times bestselling series Monstress!
Four months after their nightmare encounter in the abandoned house, Milly and Billy have started to explore their family's supernatural heritage - and they're starting to discover it's a vast and shadowy one, full of powerful creatures and supernatural elites.
Eisner Award-winning and bestselling author Marjorie Liu and illustrator Sana Takeda continue the story of Night Eaters in Her Little Reapers, spinning an epic tale of gods and monsters!
Good artwork and story. There are other parts to the series.
The Incredible Hulk Vol 1: Age Of Monsters
A new age of monsters!
As an enraged Hulk tries to take permanent control of the body he shares with Bruce Banner, a mysterious immortal turns every monster on Earth against him in an attempt to free their creator, the primordial Mother of Horrors!
With the help of an unlikely new friend, Banner must stop the world from being plunged into darkness - and his journeys take him from an abandoned coal-mining town that gives terrifying new meaning to the term "ghost town" to swamplands where a sultry seductress lures unsuspecting victims into her trap!
What is her connection to Marvel's macabre muck-monster - and will the Hulk burn at the Man-Thing's touch?
This story is more horror than scifi action.
RED HOOD: OUTLAWS
The Outlaws try to go legit -- and fail spectacularly. The Justice League has issued a challenge to DC’s Dark Trinity, forcing Red Hood, Artemis of Bana-Mighdall, and Bizarro to try and replace their goody-two-shoe counterparts as the heroes the world neither deserves nor needs.
In this original series, the Outlaws battle some of DC’s biggest Super-Villains and Super Heroes—but their biggest battles are among themselves. Can this team last? And can they find their own identities separate from Batman, Wonder Woman, and Superman?
There is some feminist theme in this story.
JUSTICE LEAGUE: THE WORLD'S GREATEST SUPERHEROES
These classic works for all ages feature the iconic DC characters in a unique storytelling format that combines aspects of both comics and picture books. Also included are several pages of promotional art, preliminary art and thumbnails, art done for DC Direct product, model-to-finished-painting comparisons, reflections by the book's creators and much more! This landmark volume also features an introduction by award-winning book designer and author Chip Kidd, and an eight-page foldout featuring an image of every JLA member by Ross.
I was impressed by the artwork and storytelling. They wanted to take the characters back to origins and what was happening at the time each character was created. The book was released in 2005. The copy that I got from the library. I liked Clark trying to solve world hunger and he is telling the reader about the obstacles he faces. With Diana, the way it is written it was more white feminism.
MOTHER NATURE
After witnessing her engineer father die in mysterious circumstances on one of the Cobalt Corporation’s experimental oil extraction projects, Nova Terrell has grown up to hate the seemingly benevolent company that the town of Catch Creek, New Mexico, relies on for its livelihood and, thanks to the “Mother Nature” project, its clean water.
Haunted by her father’s death, the rebellious Nova wages a campaign of sabotage and vandalism on the oil giant’s facilities and equipment, until one night she accidentally makes a terrifying discovery about the true nature of the “Mother Nature” project and the malevolent, long-dormant horror it has awakened, and that threatens to destroy them all.
This was originally a film script which became a graphic novel. Written by Jamie Lee Curtis. A supernatural horror. Good artwork. I sometimes couldn't figure out what was happening. It does discuss climate change. Indigenous characters are featured.
DELILAH DIRK AND THE KING'S SHILLING
Globetrotting troublemaker Delilah Dirk and her loyal friend Selim are just minding their own business, peacefully raiding castles and traipsing across enemy lines, when they attract the unwanted attention of the English Army. Before they know it, Delilah and Selim have gotten themselves accused of espionage against the British crown!
Delilah will do whatever it takes to clear her good name, be it sneaking, skirmishing, or even sword fighting... But can she bring herself to wear a pretty dress and have a nice cup of tea with her mother? Delilah Dirk may be defeated at last.
This is a good comic. Full of action. A strong female lead. A period piece. You should compare it to Bridgerton, Pride And Prejudice And Zombies, Tomb Raider, Sherlock Holmes etc. The Author is Canadian and so uses 'mom' instead of 'mum'.
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Wonder Woman: Earth One
For years, Diana of Paradise Island yearned to leave the only home she knew behind for adventures that laid beyond its shores. Now, after a fateful meeting with Air Force pilot Steve Trevor, the Amazon Warrior finds herself in Man’s World. And she is ready for anything that it may throw at her.
But is the world ready for Wonder Woman? An American government, fraught with dissension and conflicts foreign to Diana, has deemed her a danger to society. How will Wonder Woman carry out her mission of peace and love in a world that can’t get out of its own way? That is, unless there are more insidious forces at play...
This was a good book. Mixed reviews. Some label it as satire, others call it misandrist. I understood the feminist messaging. There is homoeroticism. The artwork is great.
Birds of Prey Vol. 1: Megadeath
The Birds of Prey are back, breaking hearts and breaking faces with the most intimidating lineup in team history including Black Canary and Harley Quinn!
Every mission matters.
Every life saved is a miracle.
But this time, it's personal.
Dinah Lance is one of the DC Universe s most elite fighters, and combined with her sonic scream, she's a fearsome foe in any scenario. But sometimes even the Black Canary needs help.
Faced with a personal mission brought to her by a mysterious new ally, and up against near-impossible odds, she re-forms the Birds of Prey with an unrivaled group of badasses Cassandra Cain, Big Barda, Zealot, and Harley Quinn and only one goal: extraction without bloodshed.
What could possibly go wrong?
In Search of Gil Scott-Heron
Gil Scott-Heron is one of the most important artists of the past 60 years, and is widely credited as laying the foundations for modern hip hop as we know it.
This gorgeous graphic novel follows the author as he attempts to track down the elusive "Godfather of Rap" for an interview that never seems to happen, while examining his target's music, controversial life, and lasting political and cultural legacy.
Also included is a bonus article extensively reviewing Gil Scott-Heron's career and influence on music history.
This is an interesting comic, good artwork. I have a few of his songs. His daughter Gia went off on one because I tagged her in a tweet where someone was talking about her. I was interested in seeing what the author has done since. The revolution won't be televised, it will be live streamed.
HARLEY QUINN VOL 5: WHO KILLED HARLEY QUINN?
The Quinn is dead!
Long live the Quinn!
Harley needs to solve her own murder in the finale to writer Stephanie Phillips fan-favorite time on Harley Quinn!
Who killed Harley Quinn?
Somebody needs to solve her murder, and the only worthy candidate is Harley herself!
Though, since she s dead there are certain hurdles to overcome.
The wild final arc of writer Stephanie Phillips Harley Quinn stint has murder, Multiversal mischief, guest appearances, and stunning art from Matteo Lolli!
Plus, don t miss the terrifying debut of the Harley Who Laughs!
This volume collects Harley Quinn #21-27.
BATMAN: JOKER'S ASYLUM
The Joker spins dastardly tales of evil starring your favourite Batman's rogues: Penguin, Poison Ivy, Scarecrow, Two-Face, The Riddler, Harley Quinn, Mad Hatter, Killer Croc, and Clayface.
And all the stories are narrated by the Asylum's leading homicidal maniac The Joker!
I wasn't keen on some of the artwork. A bit of the dialogue was hard to read.
TITANS VOL 1: OUT OF THE SHADOWS
The Dark Crisis is over, and the Justice League is no more. Now, a new team must rise and protect the Earth Titans, go! The Teen Titans are ready to grow up. Each member joined as a much younger hero, certain that one day they'd be invited to join the Justice League. But the time has come for them not to join the League but to replace it! Are the no-longer-teen heroes ready for the big leagues? Danger lurks around every corner as heroes and villains alike challenge the new team before they ve even begun. Will the DCU ever be the same?
BATMAN: ARKHAM RISING
Arkham Asylum may have been decimated during A-DAY, but its legacy lives on. Bloody, broken, and beaten…but Batman has a mission.
When the terrorist organization known as THE RED CROWN took control of Mayor Nakano's personal security detail, only the Batman could protect Gotham's highest-ranking city official from certain death! But when the pair is thrust into the sewers below, a much more sinister threat lurks in the darkness. Better look sharp, Batman, because a hundred thousand eggs with a hundred thousand little monsters inside are about to hatch…and they look HUNGRY… And outside of the sewers, the city streets being overtaken by larger, (somehow even more) horrific creatures!
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THE LIBRARIAN OF AUSCHWITZ
Fourteen-year-old Dita is one of the many imprisoned by the Nazis at Auschwitz. Taken, along with her mother and father, from the Terezín ghetto in Prague, Dita is adjusting to the constant terror that is life in the camp. When Jewish leader Freddy Hirsch asks Dita to take charge of the eight precious books the prisoners have managed to smuggle past the guards, she agrees. And so Dita becomes the secret librarian of Auschwitz, responsible for the safekeeping of the small collection of titles, as well as the ‘living books’ – prisoners of Auschwitz who know certain books so well, they too can be ‘borrowed’ to educate the children in the camp.
But books are extremely dangerous. They make people think. And nowhere are they more dangerous than in Block 31 of Auschwitz, the children’s block, where the slightest transgression can result in execution, no matter how young the transgressor . . .
This comic is based on the best selling novel. Very graphic. For anyone wanting to learn about the Holocaust.
"Horror author Nick Steen is having visions . . . A sinister Black Steeple; eerie lights in the sky that look like a Catherine wheel but are not remotely a Catherine wheel . . . Plus a giant skeleton with a moustache. Are they omens? Auguries? Portenderings of things to come? (Spoiler: yes, they are.)
For Nick Steen's imagination is bursting out of his brain and threatening to burst in turn the entirety of Stalkford.
Can Nick stop the aforesaid bursting? Or have things already slightly burst regardless? Is all that we see or seem merely a dream within an Earth that's been bursted?"
This is a surreal book. I had seen Darkplace and decided to check it out. I did sometimes think to just stop reading it. It is funny but tedious too. If you decide to read it, grab a glass of Kombucha, put on some Barry Man-ilo and dive in.
In his first memoir, beloved comedian and national treasure Bill Bailey shares stories of his life - and the animals he's met along the way.
THE MINISTRY OF COMPLIANCE VOL 1
The Devolution’s invasion of Earth will be thwarted by coups and conspiracy unless Avigail can unite her extraterrestrial brethren. Comics’ next sci-fi epic begins in this oversized series from John Ridley.
Thirty-seven years ago, Earth was secretly invaded by an alien force known as the Devolution, and they’ve been shaping the direction of humanity ever since. Why? To prepare us to be assimilated into their empire…
The Devolution has 13 ministries, each responsible for manipulating a different aspect of human life. The Ministry of Compliance, the most feared of all the ministries, led by the fierce Avigail Senna, keeps every ministry in line and focused on the empire’s mission. Just as their mission is on the verge of success and Earth is about to be assimilated, the empire suffers a horrific blow.
For the survival of her people and herself, Avigail must rally the ministries together. A feat made near impossible as tensions and conspiracies run rampant.
I enjoyed this book. It did remind me of John Wick and Mission Impossible. Great artwork and story. I will continue the series. The protagonist is tough as Amanda Waller. Kingsley is an attractive woman. The greymatter weapon I liken to a lightsabre. It is does contain gory scenes.
MS MARVEL FISTS OF JUSTICE
A deadly swarm of robotic parasites are terrorising New York - and Ms.
Marvel's determined to find out who's behind it.
But this is one mission she's not undertaking alone!
Teaming up with Wolverine, Moon Knight and Venom, the young hero and her allies uncover a sinister plot that could have devastating consequences for the entire planet!
Reprinting Ms.
Marvel & Wolverine #1, Ms.
Marvel & Moon Knight #1 and Ms. Marvel
An interesting team up. Some messed up things do happen. I have been following the films and tv series.
VIXEN NYC VOLUME SIX
Navigating your first year of college is hard just imagine having to navigate newfound superpowers at the same time!
Mari's first year of college is full of exciting new things she's just reconnected with her extended family, moved to New York City, and is ready to step into her power.
And with the ancestral totem her family passed down, her power is about to mean a whole lot more!
Turns out this family heirloom also can give you the powers of the animal kingdom?
Now it's up to Mari to learn how to use her powers and protect the world around her!
If you liked Black Panther, Thor, Loki, Ironheart, Wonderman, Luke Cage, Black Lightening then check it out. I like the colours. There are various members of the Justice League that are featured.
MILES MORALES SPIDER-MAN
Ultimatum is here - and New York doesn't know what hit it!
But while chasing this mysterious villain from a familiar place, Miles Morales finds himself in an awkward situation involving his uncle.
And when something huge happens, the young Spider-Man is faced with a dilemma that could threaten everything he holds dear!
Caught in the middle of a war between Ultimatum and the old guard, Miles crosses paths with a classic Spidey villain - and the lives of more than one Morales are on the line!
Collects Miles Morales: Spider-Man (2018) #16-21.
It's Moraleses vs. monsters as the Ultimatum saga reaches its chaotic conclusion!
Miles is taking on his biggest responsibility yet: babysitting his new little sister, Billie!
But fussiness and feeding time are the least of their problems, because there's something horrific stirring underground!
Meanwhile, Miles' uncle Aaron has made a deal with a different kind of monster - the villainous Ultimatum - and he's about to get bitten!
And to make things worse, when the government outlaws teenage super heroes, life must change for Brooklyn's young Spider-Man!
It's time for the next generation to stand together - or fall apart!
But will Miles' greatest enemy be.
ANNE FRANK THE DIARY OF A YOUNG GIRL
The Diary of a Young Girl abridged for younger readers and published in memory of Anne Frank, who died 70 years ago, just weeks before the end of World War II. Sensitively edited and with a connecting commentary by editor, Mirjam Pressler, the abridged edition of The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank gives younger readers their first introduction to the extraordinary diary of an ordinary girl who has long become a household name. This abridged edition has a short prologue written by the editor, Mirjam Pressler, as well as a connecting commentary. There are beautiful line drawings, family photographs, and an Afterword to explain why the Diary ends so abruptly. This shorter edition is suitable for younger children who want to read Anne's diary for themselves.
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Updated with enlightening new material, this is the complete, definitive edition of Anne Frank’s diary, “the single most compelling personal account of the Holocaust”
This is a book that I had been meaning to read.
Anne was intelligent and honest. The book had contained topics which an adult would have discussed. The version I read was abridged and translated. I do wonder what she would make of 2026. I do feel sorry for her. Her story needed to be told.
