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This is the penultimate chapter of Brian Bendis' All-New X-Men saga. After this, there's only next week's All-New X-Men #41 and the big finale in May's Uncanny X-Men #600. But you wouldn't know any of this from reading this issue. All-New X-Men #40 serves as an epilogue of sorts to the recent Black Vortex crossover, while also setting up a new conflict with a mysterious faction known as the Utopians. It's a little bizarre to see an interlude story crop up this close to the end. And given how abruptly and unsatisfactorily Miles Morales: The Ultimate Spider-Man wrapped up a few weeks ago, it's cause for concern. This issue boasts some strong moments, but not enough story momentum.
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This is the penultimate chapter of Brian Bendis' All-New X-Men saga. After this, there's only next week's All-New X-Men #41 and the big finale in May's Uncanny X-Men #600. But you wouldn't know any of this from reading this issue. All-New X-Men #40 serves as an epilogue of sorts to the recent Black Vortex crossover, while also setting up a new conflict with a mysterious faction known as the Utopians. It's a little bizarre to see an interlude story crop up this close to the end. And given how abruptly and unsatisfactorily Miles Morales: The Ultimate Spider-Man wrapped up a few weeks ago, it's cause for concern. This issue boasts some strong moments, but not enough story momentum.
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