MASTERMINDS #4: Trust No One.

Edward is now a fugitive on the run and can no longer trust anyone. He has battled near-death, billionaires, and now must gear up for his final test if he is to uncover the truth behind the Masterminds.

Creative Team: Zack Kaplan (WRITER), Stephen Thompson (ART and COVER), Thiago Rocha (COLORS), and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (LETTERS).

*SPOILERS AHEAD*

The Story:

Zack has taken this issue and fully drug us into the chaotic thriller story that he has been setting up. I was not ready for the betrayal Edward would face from Angie and Zack has written the two of them so well I hope still she was set up herself. I am loving the trust no one aspect of this plot and this is such a captivating thriller. I can safely say that I have no idea how this will end because everyone is a suspect and Edward feels truly alone.

The Art and Letters:

Thiago and Stephen continue to bring such a realistic style of art to the panels of this comic. The shock and fear Edward is facing has been expertly detailed across his expressions and the moments of him running throughout the streets left me searching for clues in their background. The team details and brings to life the thriller genre of this story blending it in with the plot so well it will leave you feeling as though you too are apart of the game.

Final Thoughts:

Masterminds #4 delivers a massive twist to this story leaving us on the edge of our seats setting up the final issue of this mini-series. Zack has written this story with so much depth and knowledge I can honestly say I do not know how this will end. If anyone is able to figure out the clue on the final page let us know!

Overall Grade: 10/10

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