Chris Egan Comic Reviews

Another scathing criticism of luxury cruise vacations.

An action-packed and welcome addition to the world of "Aliens" that will make most fans happy.

A funny and charming crossover that looks great, but probably won't turn the heads of non-fans.

An enjoyable Halloween Special that will keep die-hard fans of the franchise turning pages, but it isn't as good as we would hope.

Quick action and dialogue make for an extremely fun team-up that will have Bruce Campbell and B-Horror fans screaming with delight.

A very good side-step to the Batman canon, allowing for even more material than books like "Detective Comics" can offer in one shot.

A very good finale to a series with a character that hasn't always gotten her fair share.

A balanced second half wraps up this most recent arc; giving us plenty of heart and truly disturbing imagery.

Conan Alone 2: Lost in New York trudges along in search for answers.

As a midway point, "Black Hammer '45" #3 is still a well done and mostly emotionally satisfying read but has yet to prove itself as one of the stronger spin-offs.

One of the greatest moments in the entire run of "Black Hammer." A powerful (and fun) issue for anyone that loves comics books.

"Blackwood" #4 is a great, if not text-heavy final issue in the wonderfully creepy mini-series.

"Blade Runner 2019" #2 moves confidently through its story with compelling writing and great art.

A decent, campy horror tale that adequately continues the adventures of young Elvis Presley in his fight against evil.

"Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Chosen Ones" #1 is an excellent compilation put together by a creative team comprised of pros and new-comers, all of whom are wildly different, yet equally talented storytellers. This is exactly the type of spin-off Buffy fans should be waiting for.

A premiere filled with been there, done that 'end of civilization' beats with an original point of origin and some fantastic ideas throughout. Paired with a talented art team, this is a book that can hit new heights with the right choices.

A good start getting "Dick Tracy" back into the spotlight and only loses its way when it dabbles in unnecessary details.

An emotional rollercoaster that is sure to please comic book fans from all walks of life and it is a must-read for fans of the "Black Hammer" universe.

A villain-centric character study, with bloody violence strewn throughout, that may leave readers scratching their heads over what's to come.

Classic Elvira humor and fans will get a kick out the nods to horror and the mistress of the macabre's big round"pumpkins.

This is another well-crafted issue, although there is nothing groundbreaking going on, the talent of the creatives is sincerely evident on every page.

"G.I. Joe" is delivering the goods with brooding storytelling and popcorn action.

A faithful and fun "Ghostbusters" adventure, with plenty of talent on display, but falls a little flat in originality.

The only way out is through, and this side-step only made the anticipation for what's next that much greater. Like Wilfred, we are all 'The Misplaced Man.'

A good action romp with some ties to the greater Hulk story, but is light on any true importance and ultimately forgettable in the sea of superhero comics.

Chock full of fun GB references, but it hardly stands on its own. It's not great for long-time readers or newcomers as a one-shot. If you regularly collect the series it's a fine addition to pick up, but it is a bad jumping on point. It will definitely work best collected in a future trade paperback or series omnibus.

A mostly unfunny plot that tries too hard at the absurd that still has a few moments of what makes Invader Zim great in the first place.

"Labyrinth: Under the Spell" really is an enjoyable addition to the Labyrinth universe, but is aimed at readers who are a huge fan of the film to begin with.

An OK dark, sci-fi book with some decent alien designs, but the plot is uneven, wading through thick exposition when it should be focusing on its strengths: B-horror and violent action scenes.

A must read for "Judge Dredd" fans that boasts an action-packed, but intelligent plot that will make readers beg for the next chapter. This is one of the best issues since IDW started their version in 2012.

A cute horror-comedy-fantasy that feels a bit too similar to things you've seen before, but with Sarah Graley's own lively spark.

A quick and confident read,"Lab Raider" #1 carries multiple story threads that move between corporate sabotage and haunting thriller set to bright, beautiful art.

Built up by an incredible creative team, "Life is Strange" #2 is an outstanding sequel and a must-read for fans.

A smartly crafted sci-fi tale that dabbles between superhero adventure and layered mystery.

A quick and entertaining read that continues all of the series strengths and faults.

Readers of all kinds will find something to love in this genre-bending mash-up of True Detective, The Thing, and superheroes.

Fans of these characters will enjoy their return, but it offers nothing more than a sequel for sequel's sake. It's not bad, but there is a reason why the movie was a cult hit and anything beyond that like, 2012's Napoleon Dynamite: The Animated Series, is destined to be forgotten.

An interesting dark mystery that hints at some supernatural horror ahead.

A good issue, but not the strongest we have gotten from this series. New reveals and questions help to keep things fresh.

A moderately fun tale of horror and monsters, with some nice gore, but does not have enough strength to pull in most readers outside of long-time Pumpkinhead fans.

The strongest issue of this miniseries so far building towards a major upheaval in this shared universe.

A fairly funny one-shot that lives up to the quality of a mid-range episode of Rick & Morty as a pair of spawned Meeseeks search for the meaning of life. It loses its balance more than once but does its best to course correct throughout.

An O.K. continuation of Romero's Dead universe that is a bit more over-the-top than the movies, but does not fully dig the franchise out of the rut the last few films left it in.

Adding some more fun to this current "Robocop" adventure, the satire and mad action work much better than most of the heavy, dark dramatic elements.

An excellent all-ages fantasy/sci-fi yarn that doesn't reinvent the genre, just takes it in an extremely satisfying direction.

A well crafted "Discovery" tale that builds on Saru and his character's trajectory and serves as an excellent bridge between the two t.v. seasons. Though not for the casual reader, it is an absolute treat for the faithful Trekkie.

It all works as well as most of the MU episodes ever have. A mid-level dark Trek adventure with plenty of spy action.

This book is a must for Star Trek fans and I hope it continues far past the Tholian problem and shows us many more missions. This creative team truly understands how to keep things fresh and exciting while sticking to the original continuity. Fans of all ages should be very pleased.

An outstanding issue that is doing a lot of heavy lifting in terms of story and canon continuation. It is everything a die-hard Trekkie could hope for.

By no means terrible, but if you're looking for spooky stories set in the "Star Wars" galaxy, it has been done better elsewhere.

The decent premiere issue of this horror-lite anthology miniseries sets up an intriguing continuing story that is worthy of a pickup.

An exciting and haunting tale of the hunter and the hunted, this small scale Boba Fett story is exactly the adventure he deserves.

Mildly fun, hardly entertaining, dry Vader action. Greg Pak's stuff is starting to feel enslaved by the Disney machine.

A key story showing an evolution in Princess Leia's character that we've always understood, but have only seen first hand a few times. Fast paced and perfectly executed, this is the Leia fans have always loved.

"Anakin Skywalker #1" is a well-written Clone Wars story that handles some fairly deep ideas and emotional decisions at a quick clip.

A dark and angst-filled Sith adventure that looks great and is decently told, but holds little weight while re-treading existing material.

A wretched hive of scum and villainy that may be more than anyone expected.

An exciting Vader adventure that sees him in a slightly different light than fans are used to. Solid writing and standard Marvel/Star Wars art fare make for a very enjoyable read.

A creepy, exciting, and wildly enjoyable Squad book that hits all the right beats and is easy to follow whether or not you read the series.

An exciting monster-mash with all the expected super-heroics of Kara Zor-El. A crucial finale and jumping off point for regular readers, but newcomers will be lost.

A fun over-sized issue with good writing and great art filled with Superman adventures that both avid readers and casual fans can pick up and enjoy.

"Teen Titans" Annual #1 is full of solid action and stake-raising dialogue with greater darkness just out of sight. Even with ties to recently passed story-lines, it is still an exciting book for readers new and old.

Like the characters that inhabit it, "The Avant-Guards" #1 is a cute and friendly story of acceptance and finding your place in the world.

The series's boldness, and the talent behind it, continue to shine. However, grander steps in plot need to be taken as we approach the finale.

A very good issue that moves this chapter along nicely that will surely keep readers craving the next.

A very good continuation that slows down a little more than it should at this point. However, beautiful art will keep you turning the page.

A fairly solid hero story with a strong character at its center. It is only hindered by its reliance on previous stories throughout Marvel Comics.

An imbalanced re-introduction that tries its hand at a few different paths and does not succeed at any of them.

An OK, and truthfully, jarring change to Eddie and the Venom symbiote's lives. Cates is doing his best with the story being told, it just isn't that interesting.

A creepy kid story that just barely touches on nature vs nurture when it comes to these kids of famed baddies.

A mashup of character histories that just doesn't come together in the way it was planned. A solid art team saves this from being a total loss, but this will mostly appeal to readers looking to complete their "What If?" collection.

Lots of fun world building and magic adventure for fans of all ages. Like its young hero, this is one mini-series that has great potential to prove great worth.

A solid Mystique story with all the violence and shape-shifting fans of the character could hope for. An intriguing addition to this min-series that makes the finale that much more enticing.