Groot likely has the simplest backstory of any of the modern Guardians of the Galaxy, which makes enjoying Groot comics delightfully straight forward. [Read more…] about Groot Reading Order
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GROOT #1 Review: “Raccoon and Tree Road Trip: What Could Go Wrong?”
It would be too easy to write “I am Groot” several hundred times and call that a review (the temptation is there). However, this debut issue is such a multi-faceted delight that it demands in-depth attention. Featuring the breakout CGI characters of the Guardians of the Galaxy phenomenon in yet another “solo” effort, this story flips the buddy-pairing dynamic and puts Rocket in the back seat for once. While heart-warming and smile-inducing throughout, writer Jeff Loveness and artist Brian Kesinger also pepper in plenty of genuine laugh-out-loud moments. [Read more…] about GROOT #1 Review: “Raccoon and Tree Road Trip: What Could Go Wrong?”
“GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY #21 Review: In Space, No One Can Hear You Groot!”
Spending time up to now negotiating various crossover events and establishing a Cinematic Universe-friendly status quo, the latest issue of Guardians of the Galaxy finally offers a story capable of being judged by its own merits. Writer Brian Michael Bendis turns up the fun and weird but doesn’t cut ties entirely with the greater Marvel tapestry, effectively utilizing Venom as special guest star and plot device. [Read more…] about “GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY #21 Review: In Space, No One Can Hear You Groot!”