House of Whispers #9

Art-wise, I guess I would have to admit that this issue is a tiny step down. A very tiny step. I say that only because no single page or panel really stood out and grabbed me. I have come to expect some very dynamic visuals in this book. Yes, it still blends realism and fantastical art exceptionally well. There is not one page that isnt of high quality. But Stanton has already set a very high bar with the art on this book. I really cant complain if it doesnt surpass itself. Read Full Review

I don't know if this issue is quite as good as the last, with its trio of stories illustrated by different guest artists, but it's delivering a compelling chapter in one of the most ambitious books in the Sandman Universe line. Read Full Review

The contest of stories between Ezrulie and Ananse is off to an underwhelming start. Ananse's stories have real-time repercussions, which probably wouldn't float in an official Olympic setting. Here, though, they've got to play by giant spider rules. Read Full Review

As has been the case of House of Whispers so far, this is just a bit uneven. The focus is scattered, but the art is striking. Honestly, as long as Domo is drawing, this book is worth getting Read Full Review

Another frustrating, middling installment of the series. Read Full Review

Azrael

May 15, 2019

After recovering very well last issue, this one is just meh. Plodding along with not much intrigue.