Issue #100: Catch Up Week #23 Part I: Comic Books For The Week of Wednesday, October 6, 2010:

Time has gotten away from me more than it ever has on this blog, Now I start reeling it back in as I catch up on a month's worth of comic books. As my favorite science fiction character, Honor Harrington, would say, "Let's be about it."

Star Spangled War Stories Featuring Mademoiselle Marie #1 (One Shot) (DC)
Terry Moore's Echo #25 (Abstract Studios)
Superman: Last Family Of Krypton #3 (of 3) (DC)

Star Spangled War Stories Featuring Mademoiselle Marie #1 (One Shot) (DC) *  *  *  *

After reading Billy Tucci's mini-series Sgt. Rock: The Lost Batallion and his WWII story for DC's Holiday Special 2009, I keep my eye out for any WWII era Billy Tucci comic book story. His research is impeccable. According to some recent podcast interviews, the story in this issue was inspired by a real woman who served as a special forces operative during WWII. Mademoiselle Marie is an old DC Comics character from its war titles. The story in this issue is about one of her missions in Occupied France. The twists and turns of the mission serve as a great platform to develop Marie's character. It's worth the price of admission.

Terry Moore's Echo #25 (Abstract Studios) *  *  *  *  *

With only five more issues in this series, the action is becoming more intense with each issue. Our main characters find not only the HenRi employee they were looking for, but they also face the mysterious crazy old man. This issue is full of surprises as the plot gives up its secrets approaching its climax. I keep saying it, but this series has not had a bad issue. It will be worth buying the collected editions of this series if you haven't picked up any of the individual issues.

Superman: Last Family Of Krypton #3 (of 3) (Elseworlds/DC) *  *  *  *  *

Cary Bate's return to comic book writing was not a disappointment. This final issue unleashed the building threats against the Els, but came from some unexpected quarters. The family's own development was also an interesting part of the story. Kal-El's journey to becoming Earth's protector took an interesting path, as did the path of another DC hero. This series brought in Superman's familiar supporting cast in different and interesting ways. It was everything I enjoy in "imaginary stories."

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From the Comic Shop #13: Saturday, October 9, 2010:

Star Spangled War Stories Featuring Mademoiselle Marie #1 (One Shot) (DC)

This was released last week, but I missed it on the rack at Acme Comics. Thanks to Marc, he pointed me to the issue when I asked about it. I'm not familiar with this character, but was interested when I heard about this issue. Plus being written by Billy Tucci, a veteran himself, was an attraction as well. I do remember reading a Batman story during the 1970's where Alfred met his daughter from his days as a British Special Forces operative during WWII. When this issue was announced, I was told that the girl's mother was none other than Mademoiselle Marie herself. I wish that I could remember the issue number(s) that Alfred plot occurred in. If any readers know the answer, please let me know. Plus, a Brian Bolland cover is a nice treat, as well.

Terry Moore's Echo #25 (Abstract Studios)

There are only five issues left in this series, and I wonder how Terry Moore will fit the story into these few issues left. I can honestly say that there has not been a disappointing issue yet in this series.

Superman: The Last Family Of Krypton #3 (of 3) (Elseworlds/DC)

I'm looking forward to reading this final issue of the mini-series, written by 1970's and 1980's DC and Superman writer Cary Bates. He has set up what promises to be an action-packed ending.

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