"Star Trek #49 (DC Comics 1986-1989, 1st Series)"

WORTH CONSUMING!

The Klingons respond to the “attacks” on their colonies- gearing up for an all-out battle royal conclusion in the next issue. Konom makes peace with Bryce and Bernie. And Bearclaw begins to get in more hot water with Kirk. I don’t care what anyone says, the new crew members are what makes this series a success.

"Marvel Adventures: the Avengers Volume 6 "

WORTH CONSUMING!

Well, the ever growing roster of Avengers keeps growing in this volume. However, based on how Marvel works to prevent the roster from losing its chemistry- they present a wonderful closing tale involving current and new members working together. The chemistry works, with Spidey being the wise-guy and Capt. America providing the soul leadership.

 

 Thankfully, the story ends with the newbies getting place on an inactive roster and the Super 7 remaining together. I hope this trend continues.

"Marvel Adventures: The Avengers Volume 5 Some Assembling Required Digest (Marvel Adventures)"

WORTH CONSUMING!

I really enjoy the Marvel Adventures series. I know they are more geared for younger readers. But, like a Disney movie, it also has something to offer for the adults. This series, while not canon, culls from the vast 50 years of Marvel Comics lore to create some fantastic stories featuring classic Avengers such as Hercules, Hawkeye, and many others, which appear fresh for kids and a welcome friend for us “old fogies”

However, I must complain as to why Marvel feels that the need to add to the cast of MA: Avengers. The lineup of Giant Girl, Wolverine, Storm, Spider-man, Capt. America, Iron Man, and The Hulk is the best line-up I’ve ever had the privilege to read about. Their powerful, witty, and have great chemistry. Now, I am afraid with these new members, that’s going to change. Only time will tell if this series thrives or fails.

Until then, it’s worth consuming!

"Star Trek #48 (DC Comics 1986-1989, 1st Series)"

WORTH CONSUMING!

If ever faced with a bachelor party thrown by the senior crew of the Enterprise, it’s a good bet to stick with water. As Scotty, And McCoy, And Chekov spike all spike the same punch bowl- you know there’s bound to be trouble and classic moments.

The bachelorette party crashes, Bearclaw puts his career where his mouth is, and Konom must face the possibility of his and Bryce’s children will face the same bigotry as Bernie, the half human Klingon hybrid that was rescued in the previous issue.

"Star Trek #47 (DC Comics 1986-1989, 1st Series)"

WORTH CONSUMING!

The romance between Konom and Bryce heats up with a wedding date in sight. But before anything else can happen, the Enterprise must investigate an attack on a Klingon outpost. An attack that looks like a Federation ship was involved!!!

We also are introduced to Bernie- the Klingon/ human hybrid with a heart of gold. He’s an awesome addition to the Enterprise family.

"Star Trek #46 (DC Comics 1986-1989, 1st Series)"

WORTH CONSUMING!

This lighthearted tale is a breath of fresh air compared to the previous storyline that was borderline tedious.

In this issue, the entire crew goes on shore leave and hi-jinx ensues. McCoy breaks his leg while skiing and gets the Tough Love treatment that he uses on his patients thrown back at him. Love is in the air for Sulu and Bearclaw. And Kirk is harassed by a observer who’s out to ruin the Captain’s career.

Worth Consuming.

"x-23: Innocence Lost"

WORTH CONSUMING!

Move over Syndey Barstow- there’s a new big, bad mama super spy on the beat and her name is X-23. I had seen glimpses of X-23 for a while in issues of Wizard and Marvel.com. When I finally got a hold of a TPB (of her origin no less)- I leaped at the chance to find out just who this character was. She’s got claws and was involved in Weapon-X. So was she Logan’s daughter? A Clone? Someone who just happened to have Wolverine’s exact powers?

 

 You’ll have to read to find out those answers like I did. But, don’t feel so bad if the action just gets to you and you have to take a sneak peak at the end! In order to not have your heart skip a beat- I suggest you do peak!

 

 I’d love there to be a sequel.

 

 Worth Consuming!

 

A Study in Scarlet by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

WORTH CONSUMING!

I really thought I was going to hate this book. In fact, I was a little intimidated by the sheer brilliance of this Victorian classic. Plus, the Holodeck episodes in which Data portrays Holmes on Star Trek: The Next Generation are among my least favorite.

 But, I read recently a book in which a character was enjoying Sherlock Holmes and I decided to give it a try- again. I had read a kids version of Hound of the Baskervilles when I was 10-13 and had mixed reviews.

 But, this time I fell in love with the whole package. I can see David Tenant in my eye as Holmes and I like the fact that you’re not required to solve the case against Holmes. I got a little confused when mid-way through the book goes 20 years or more back in time to Mormon settlement in Utah. However, once I realized that this was how to book was supposed to flow, I really got into the mystery and realized Doyle is a bloody genius.

"Star Trek #45 (DC Comics 1986-1989, 1st Series)"

NOT WORTH CONSUMING

Now Spock is fused to a computer and must destroy the Enterprise, least he doom a planet??? It’s gone from bad to worse and I thought it was only the natives who were revolting.

The only saving grace to this issue is that the Apple sequel storyline thankfully comes to a close and will never reopen!