Die by the Blade (Black Widow #3) by Kelly Thompson

Die by the Blade (Black Widow #3) by Kelly Thompson-112 pages

Black Widow is on the hunt for more information about the whereabouts of Apogee. This leads her and her friends/team to seek information from the Twins and a fight with the Twins ensues. The Twins are unique because they can transfer body mass and muscle between each other. They get information about a formal party taking place soon. Black Widow/Natasha Romanoff meets an old nemesis, The Living Blade, and must fight him again. Will she and her team survive the party? Where is Apogee? I enjoyed reading this, although, sadly, it seems like it might be the last one, at least for a while. 

Black Widow by Kelly Thompson, Vol. 1: The Ties That Bind

Black Widow by Kelly Thompson, Vol. 1: The Ties That Bind-112 pages

I enjoy almost anything Marvel and Black Widow is no exception. This is the beginning of a new story arc for Black Widow. She falls into a trap of happiness and peace set by a group of villains intent on taking her out of the picture. Can she get out of the trap? Will Hawkeye, Winter Soldier, and Yelena be able to help her? I enjoyed reading this first volume and look forward to reading the second. 

Hawkeye: My Life as a Weapon (v 1), by Matt Fraction

 Hawkeye: My Life as a Weapon (v 1), by Matt Fraction, 136 pages

This has been touted as the hit comic book of 2013, so I felt the need to read it.  Firstly, I don't know anything about Hawkeye- but you don't really have to in order to read this and understand.  He is the Avenger without any real superpowers, just really good aim with trick arrows- but this work is about him as a solo act (mostly).  He also pals around with Kate Bishop, who was also Hawkeye at one point, and which I personally feel is pretty awesome.  There is alot of humor in these stories, but also a fair amount of heart.  No real back-story knowledge required.