Comic Book Wednesday Part 3: The Rest

Take heart, dear reader, there are only two more reviews for you to read, but they are also two of the best comics of the week.

SCALPED #43
Words by: Jason Aaron
Art by: Jason LaTour

It's kind of strange, I've always hated Wooster Karnow, and yet... because Aaron is such a great writer I actually feel a little for him. Not a lot, but enough for me to like a one and done starring the hate able sheriff. I guess like doesn't even cover it, perhaps truly enjoyed would better convey my emotional response to this issue. Although far from the best of Scalped, 43 holds some touching moments and was an interesting change of pace... even though I would have wanted a continuation of Unwanted which had some of the best comics I've read this year. Back to the issue at hand, the affair is genuine Aaron and Karnow is his typical braggart self but when faced with a man who's actually done what he claims to Karnow feels all kinds of inadequacy. My only complaint would be the art, after the tremendous work of Guera, LaTour's work seems to rely too much on imitation. Other than that this issue is another win for Scalped and Jason Aaron.

Dr. Brooklyn says: LIKE this issue (9.5/10)

THE WALKING DEAD #79
Words by: Robert Kirkman
Art by: Charlie Adlard

In terms of The Walking Dead, this was an average issue. In terms of most comics this was a great issue. With roamers surrounding the town and internal struggles, Rick and Company are up the creek with out a paddle with a new arc in the next issue. Adlard continues to give some of the best art in all of comics and Kirkman continues to earn all the praise he gets, but for the final issue of an arc this issue felt a little rushed, I know that 79 is just set up for 80, but still I've come to expect a bit better from Kirkman... even though it's a good issue. Other than the last panel, there seems to be little major build up, yet that final page is so mouth watering that I can't wait for #80.

Dr. Brooklyn says: LIKE this issue (8.75/10)

After more typing than I have typed for any previous CBW I think I'm content to say good night and have a happy thanksgiving.

P.S. Next week (due to the holiday) new comics come out on Thursday so my reviews won't hit until Thursday or Friday... because I know you'll be waiting to read them