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Bubba Ho-Tep returns when Elvis Presley is called on by Richard Nixon to protect the U.S from a disturbing new threat. Is it a good read?

Moonshine brings the tale of Lou trying to survive in the prison while he and his peers are harshly abused by the warden. Elsewhere, Holt suffers. Does it make for a good read?

Pestilence continues with the Fiat Lux spread across Europe in the aftermath of the Black Death. However, a new threat arrives. Does it make for a good read?

The color work is often popping and wildly contrasting in a manner that fits the high-energy nature of this fantasy setting. Rat Queens Vol 2 #9 is another compelling chapter in the series, with the reader getting a look at how things could turn out for this band of adventurers Lovable characters and beautiful art make[...]

Lucy Dreaming finds Welz and Lucy trying to come to grips with their shared dreams, and Lucy goes to her mom for information. Does it make for a good read?

Credit: Freeform Looks like Bristol Cove won't be ridding itself of its pesky "killer mermaids/shady military" problem any time soon, with Freeform announcing Eric Wald and Dean White's mermaid fantasy-action drama Siren has been renewed for a second season. The network is also upping their episode order to 16 for Season 2, as compared to their 10-episode first[...]

Ninja-K, Livewire, Dr. Mirage, and Punk Mambo are brought together to handle the situation with the Jonin and his allies in Mexico. Does it make for a good read?

The Wicked + The Divine follows up on the revelations about Ananke, Minerva, and Baal while showing the further history of this cycle. Does it make for a good read?

Ainsel goes with Wednesday for a meeting in Las Vegas. Back in Lakeside, Ainsel tries to get used to life in the town. Does it make for a good read?

Ether enters a new saga with the Copper Golems, powerful beings creating rifts connecting Ether to Earth. It's causing problems on both worlds, and Boone is sent back to the other world. Does it make for a good read?

She has goals of opening her own restaurant, but she's unlicensed and technically not allowed to cook. Flavor #1 cover by Wook Jin Clark and Tamra Bonvillain Flavor #1 presents a charming fantasy world with a likable protagonist, a compelling conflict, and the book is absolutely absorbing for these positives. Xoo is a dedicated and engaging lead, and[...]

Mohan's color art is vibrant and popping to boot, adding to the already-great art. Valaka's art, by Lui Antonio and Inlight Studio looks quite solid too, even if it does somehow manage to outdo Vampirella in the T&A factor. Savage Tales: Vampirella is a fun and dumb gorefest set in a fantasy setting that stands out for[...]

Pumpkinhead is about to kill Clayton when the demons of Lust, Sloth, and Envy attack. Elsewhere, the Sheriff is having her own demon problems when she and her deputy pay the Kinkades a visit. Does it make for a good read?

The Betrothed have just made a startling discoveries about their respective families, but they haven't been able to process them yet courtesy of an alien hunting party out for their blood. Does it make for a good read?

This installment of Monstress finds Maika and Zinn reflecting on their lives as they explore Zinn's sanctum and navigate the automatons within. Does it make for a good read?

The villagers hail him as their king, but a witch plans against both Spawn and the villagers from a fortress. Medieval Spawn and Witchblade #1 cover by Brian Haberlin Medieval Spawn and Witchblade #1 is a surprisingly conventional fantasy tale Despite presence of Spawn and promise of Witchblade, the tale isn't especially fresh Villagers good, monsters bad,[...]

Punk's Not Dead #4 brings Fergie and Sid into close encounter with Culpepper and Asif at the casino where the elderly of London are currently dancing till they literally drop. Does it make for a good read?

Credit: Freeform Welcome to our "Lucky #8" edition of Bleeding Cool's weekly recap/review of Freeform's Siren, Eric Wald  and Dean White's mermaid fantasy-action drama After last episode's tragic ending, 'Being Human' brought us a Bristol Cove gathered together to bury one of their own Xander (Ian Verdun) is forced to deal with a heartbreaking loss – and some shocking truths[...]

Isola and Ghibli films both have a focus on nature being a sanctuary, fantasy themes, and a sparring use of dialogue. That last detail is especially noticeable in Isola, which I appreciate Too many comics, especially some I've personally read recently, inundate the reader with narration and dialogue in the hopes of being able to convey[...]

The Highest House welcomes multiple parties of noble families to discuss the future of the land. However, one of said parties plans to attack the Aldercrest family. Does it make for a good read?

American Gods is ready to go to war -- or more precisely, go to a Hindu goddess of war -- with Timeless' Sakina Jaffrey joining Season 2 in the recurring role of Mama-Ji: a waitress at the Motel America, her necklace of skulls, acerbic wit and free spirit make her a match for any mighty god or man.

Cheetah comes close to killing Veronica Cale, but Wonder Woman is there to save the day. However, Cheetah seems more manic than usual and is talking about the arrival of dark gods. Is it a good read?

Justin Jordan's modern fantasy tale had a lot of promise in its first few installments, but the conclusion to this volume is painfully rushed, does little to flesh out its thin lead characters, and its elements are ill-explained Carlini and Tidei's artwork is still excellent, but it's not enough to save the comic Unfortunately, this[...]

It totes mixing apocalyptic and fantasy tropes, and it does so with a deft hand Si Spurrier and Matias Bergara's series is one worth watching. Cyborg #22 cover by Will Conrad and Ivan Nunes Loss: Cyborg #22 Could Be so Much More Marv Wolfman's return to Cyborg has been a disappointing experience[...]

The Zodiac Starforce, which was dealing with in-fighting because of Diana, is ambushed by Davos and Alice on their own ship. Can the Starforce defeat this threat? Is it a good read?

Their first excursion with the Mirror sends Kull and Zarunna to the American Civil War where they find themselves protecting Abraham Lincoln from snake-men and werewolves. Kull Eternal #1 cover by Luca Pizzari From that description, you may think that this comic is a fast-paced time-traveling fantasy adventure with Abraham frigging Lincoln bolstering the comic Unfortunately, this[...]

Dark Ark reveals the lead up to the Flood from the perspective of both Noah and Shrae. In the present, creatures scouting Noah's ark discover another deal being made by the man. Does it make for a good read?

It fuses fantasy and early-20th Century expedition genres, and the art looks great This one earns a recommendation Give it a read. [rwp-review-ratings id="0"] [rwp-review-form id="0"] [rwp-review-recap id="0"] Eson Duul is attempting to purchase property belonging to a friend of John Clayton Greystoke, aka Tarzan Not only that, but Duul has abducted the animal family of the Tarzan[...]

Themistokles and his weary soldiers must defend Athens from the full force of Parius, and Darius and Xerxes bring down their strength on the city. Is it a good read?

Credit: Freeform Welcome to our seventh edition of Bleeding Cool's weekly recap/review of Freeform's Siren, Eric Wald and Dean White's mermaid fantasy-action drama Last week, Bristol Cove continued inching closer to being ground zero for some kind of mermaid/government stand-off Helen (Rena Owen) and Donna's (Sibongile Mlambo) bond strengthened as our speculation about Helen grew[...]