Guardians of the Galaxy by Donny Cates #[nn]

Collecting Donny Cates' acclaimed run on Marvel's cosmic misfits, this handsome 2023 trade paperback announces itself with a cover by Geoff Shaw that packs in an extraordinary crowd of characters — Rocket Raccoon, Groot, Gamora, Drax, and dozens of Marvel's cosmic heavy-hitters fanning out beneath the towering, world-devouring silhouette of Galactus himself. Shaw's linework gives the assembly an epic, almost mythic weight, with a galaxy-spanning cast that signals just how far-reaching this story's ambitions are. A generous collection at its price point, this is a compelling showcase of some of Marvel's most adventurous cosmic storytelling.