Rapid Reviews - 6 October 2004 - Part IV

Vagabond Vol 4: After learning that he's not as great a swordsman as he believed, Musashi takes to the road for a student journey. A whole bunch of things are happening in this volume, including Musashi's past catching up with him. There's so much in it that it's not as good as it might have been if I'd read it in shorter chunks. Still very strong, and still recommended.

Jax Epoch and the Quicken Forbidden Vol 2: Very confusing. I need to reread the first volume then go back and read this again. The artwork is wonderful, and the story is complicated enough to pull you in. While this isn't as strong as a volume as the first one, it's still very strong. Recommended.

The Ballad of Sleeping Beauty #4: I'm really enjoying this story, especially now that I think they may have reached their destination. Good art, strong story... what more could I ask for in a comic book? And I like it even though it's not a genre I'm totally enamoured with.

That's it for this week. Tomorrow's books: Bloodhound, Fallen Angel, Green Arrow, JSA, Astro City: A Visitor's Guide, Captain America, and Powers. If everything comes. Aquaman #23 was originally scheduled for tomorrow, but was delayed until October 27th for some reason.