Preview: Morning Glories #43
Morning Glories #43
Story By: Nick Spencer
Art By: Joe Eisma
Cover By: Rodin Esquejo
Cover Price: $3.50
Digital Price: $2.99
Diamond ID: JUL140561
Published: February 11, 2015
“Unbeatable.”
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Review: Morning Glories #43
Morning Glories has a story line that is both compelling but also equally hard to figure out exactly what is going on. There is time travel and there is a cult, and a lot of gruesome murders which have also been undone. Beneath this there has been the grounds for discussion on a lot of subjects, often covered at the back of the book in a discussion from the writers. What is often overlooked in this series is that there are a lot of singular issues which are able to capture a singular theme. While a lot of other issues have been explored, a common enough one that of love, either that of the nervous love of two teenagers on a first date, or of the love among friends. This issue also uses love as its dominant theme, but does so in an unexpected way.
The story relied on Casey as the main protagonist, still trying to run for class president, but focuses instead on Ike. He disparages her campaign, but then volunteers in the library, where he discovers that certain books contain certain powers of complete recollection for him, for even a time before when he was aware of his own life. What follows is an interesting and compelling mini-drama within the entire narrative of the series which takes on a quasi-Christmas Tale presentation looking at past and future in a quick progression of sad events.
While the series will be judged only in its finality by what it manages to accomplish and for what eventual conclusion that it comes to, it is still nice to have issues such as this in the interim. There are the issues which focus less on the obscure and abstract and instead focus on the strength of the characters which have built such a following for this series. Fans of this series need barely any extra incentive to read this issue, but the non-readers of the series would be better off for checking out issues like this one. The series after all depends on its characters over its stories, and this is evident here, by acting as a flashpoint within this small story arc for some bigger things to come, but without losing sight of what got them there to begin with.
Story: Nick Spencer Art: Joe Eisma
Story: 8.4 Art: 8.4 Overall: 8.4 Recommendation: Buy
Image provided Graphic Policy with a free copy for review
Graphic Policy’s Top Comic Picks this Week!
Wednesdays are new comic book day! Each week hundreds of comics are released, and that can be pretty daunting to go over and choose what to buy. That’s where we come in!
We’re bringing back something we haven’t done for a while, what the team thinks. Our contributors are choosing up to five books each week and why they’re choosing the books.
Find out what folks think below, and what comics you should be looking out for this Wednesday.
Brett
Top Pick: Princessless: The Pirate Princess #1 (Action Lab Entertaiment) – A new volume of Princeless is here! Everyone rejoice! The first issue is as wonderful as expected, and features a kick-ass minority woman in the lead. In fact all of the main characters are kick-ass women! Perfect for kids and adults.
Darth Vader #1 (Marvel) – Marvel’s relaunch of the Star Wars comics line has been solid so far, and Darth Vader takes the spotlight in his own series. Can’t wait to see what writer Kieron Gillen does with him.
Divinity #1 (Valiant) – The first issue is a fascinating departure from previous Valiant series and the character is nothing like what they’ve done before. The first issue is a trippy dreamlike tale, and its so good. This is not your normal superhero series.
The Sculptor (First Second) – This came out last week, but Previews has it listed for this week. Scott McCloud’s latest graphic novel is an absolute masterpiece.
Southern Bastards #7 (Image Comics) – Jason Aaron’s Southern gothic series has been amazing so far. You never know where each issue will take you. This is one of the first comics I read when I get a chance.
Edward
Top Pick: Legenderry Red Sonja (Dynamite Entertainment)– Two genres meet in an unexpected way as the steampunk meets the red-haired barbarian in a Victorian setting. It is unconventional to be sure, but also a lot of fun.
Grimm Fairy Tales: Wonderland #32 (Zenescope) – Another great one-shot from the creative team that is taking this series in brand new directions. It is a cat-and-mouse story where the mouse is another cat.
Morning Glories #43 (Image Comics) – Casey has decided to run for class president in order to save Jade, but she doesn’t have a chance of winning does she? Not until the unexpected happens.
Secret Six #2 (DC Comics) – Fans responded to the release of this series under the new 52 banner at DC with great interest, but the first issue left many confused. Combined with a long wait for the second issue, what will fans end up thinking?
Thor #5 (Marvel) – This series has been telling a great story, and yet continues to divide fans over the radical change. Those that look beyond it will realize that this is no stunt.
George
Top Pick: Guardians Of The Galaxy #24 (Marvel) – The second chapter of The Black Vortex story line. Frankly, anything concerning the GOTG right now is worth picking up each week as the stories are getting better and much more fun each month.
Darth Vader #1 – If Star Wars #2 was any indication of how this series is going to be then we are on for one amazing ride. The art and writing blend seamlessly to bridge the gap between two amazing movies we have loved for so long.
Morning Glories #43 (Image Comics) – The students at Morning Glory Academy are getting more involved in the politics at school and the inevitable meeting with mysterious Headmaster should be just right around the corner.
Southern Bastards #7 (Image Comics) – The ending to the last arc left all of us with our jaws on the floor. The current arc is just as great and we can’t get enough of this amazing football tradition in the deep South
The Walking Dead #137 (Image Comics/Skybound) – The new arc promises to reveal more about The Whisperers, a new ‘cult-like’ group that we (or our heroes) know little of. Carl has been more of a focus recently and that is definitely a good thing.
Comixstravaganza’s “Big Daddy Cool” Johnny Dellarocca
Top Pick: Five Ghosts #15 (Image Comics) – Grey vs Van Helsing! – this is one of the most original concepts in comics! Every month, Frank Barberie delivers high-octane high adventure! This is part 3 of the new story arc and it’s Fabian Grey vs. Van Helsing!
Darth Vader #1 (Marvel) – I have always maintained that Vader is either hero or villain, depending on your point of view. The previous Dark Horse series did a lot to paint him as a hero. I hope this new Marvel series does the same. But, for the first time ever, it’s canon!
Doc Savage Omnibus Vol. 1 (Dynamite Entertainment) – normally I’m not a huge fan of trades, but sometimes a series is better when compiled rather than in monthly single issues. I’m feeling this may be true for the new Dynamite Doc Savage series. Plus in many cases you get more bang for your buck with a good collection. And the job Dynamite has done with these classic pulp heroes, it’s more than good, they’ve been great!
Legenderry Red Sonja #1 (Dynamite Entertainment) – Steampunk. Red Sonja. Any questions?
Legenderry Vampirella #1 (Dynamite Entertainment) – Ditto.
Preview: Morning Glories #42
Morning Glories #42
Story By: Nick Spencer
Art By: Joe Eisma
Cover By: Rodin Esquejo
Cover Price: $3.50
Digital Price: $2.99
Diamond ID: JUN140559
Published: November 19, 2014
“Declaration.”
Review: Morning Glories #42
This latest issue of this standout series is one of the intermediaries in the series. Stuck firmly in the middle of one of the broader story arcs, this issue offers few clues to those interested in the ongoing storyline, but of course is an integral part of the overall experience, as every issues in connected, only the reader still doesn’t know how. As with the plot development introduced in the previous issues, Casey is being pressured to run for class president, and the disappearance of one of her friends finally provides the motivation for her to reconsider her refusal of that option. Meanwhile, other groups of characters (mostly grouped in pairs here) move other parts of the plot alone slowly and enigmatically.
This issue mostly focuses on Casey though, and that is to its benefit. While some issues tend to become a bit lost in themselves, between time jumps and dreamscapes, this issue is at least told in a straight-forward manner, and as it focuses on Casey, the heart of the series, it is a bit more grounded than usual. With any give there is some take though, and for instance some of the core group barely show up in this issue at all. Regardless, the strength of the character established in Casey is enough to carry any individual issue, and that is the case here. By the standards of other issues in this series, relatively little happens, but it is still a fun and easy read, if no better in terms of providing any real answers.
Of course, anyone considering reading this series would be unwise to start here. The series is as convoluted as any comic series that has ever existed, and the reader would be wise to go back at least as far as the start of the fourth trade paperback but ideally back to the beginning. Those that have gotten as far as issue 41 don’t need to be told to read this, and those that haven’t started reading this series yet should. This issue, like any issue after the first one, is not really a good jumping-on point, but this issue at least captures the plot of the series well enough, and those that haven’t been reading might like to pick up this issue to see if the concept interests them so that they can begin backtracking their reading of one of the most interesting comic series in recent years.
Story: Nick Spencer Art: Joe Eisma
Story: 9 Art: 9 Overall: 9 Recommendation: Buy
Image provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review
Preview: Morning Glories #40
Morning Glories #40
Story By: Nick Spenser
Art By: Joe Eisma
Cover By: Rodin Esquejo
Cover Price: $3.50
Digital Price: $2.99
Diamond ID: FEB140616
Published: September 10, 2014
“Science.”
Preview: Morning Glories #39
Morning Glories #39
Written By: Nick Spencer
Art By: Joe Eisma
Cover By: Rodin Esquejo
Cover Price: $3.50
Digital Price: $2.99
Diamond ID: JAN140606
Published: July 2, 2014
“Leadership.”
Humble Bundle Launches Pay-What-You-Want Image Comics Bundle
I’ve been waiting for this to happen, but Humble Bundle and Image comics have teamed up for a new offering and promotion that’ll last two weeks. For those unfamiliar with Humble Bundle, customers name their price, splitting the proceeds as they choose between various possibilities, usually including Humble Bundle, the publisher participating, and a charity. This offering will benefit the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. That means customers could give all the money to the CBLDF, to Image, or to Humble Bundle, or split it any way they choose. Usually, for those giving a higher than average amount, they also unlock other giveaways.
You can name your price for the following:
- East of West Vol. 1 by Jonathan Hickman and Nick Dragotta
- Lazarus Vol. 1 by Greg Rucka and Michael Lark
- Morning Glories Vol. 1 by Nick Spencer and Joe Eisma
- Fatale Vol. 1 by Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips
For those who pay more than average, you’ll also receive:
- Saga Vol. 1 by Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples
- Revival Vol. 1 by Tim Seeley and Mike Norton
- Chew Vol. 1 by John Layman and Rob Guillory
If you pay $15 or more you also get:
- The Walking Dead Vol. 1
- The Walking Dead Vol. 20
Not only do you get to help a great organization through this, but you get a hell of a lot of comics. Humble Bundle has raised $37 million for 20 different charities and non-profits, since it launched in 2010.
Preview: Morning Glories #38
Morning Glories #38
Story By: Nick Spencer
Art By: Joe Eisma
Cover By: Rodin Esquejo
Cover Price: $3.50
Digital Price: $2.99
Diamond ID: DEC130584
Published: April 16, 2014
“Everything we love.”
Preview: Morning Glories #37
Morning Glories #37
Story By: Nick Spencer
Art By: Joe Eisma
Cover By: Rodin Esquejo
Cover Price: $3.50
Digital Price: $2.99
Diamond ID: NOV130511
Published: February 19, 2014
“Say a prayer.”
