Oh yes, Jo Chen does gorgeous work! I haven't seen all of her Buffy covers but her Runaways killed me.

I've been thinking about getting back into the Buffy-verse lately, and will see if any friends have those issues you mention, thanks :)

I know that a comic will never be able to convey the same depth of emotion as a show with a talented cast, but it would be nice to see them come close. I'm good with a mixed bag :)