The DC COMICS - THE NEW 52 series featuring art by ROB LIEFELD! - Hawk and Dove are in for the fight of their lives when the deadly CONDOR makes his move! Collecting the entire 8-issue run of the series!
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""Hawk and Dove" is tremendous fun." -" MTV Geek"
"A healthy dose of entertainment." -" IGN"
"A rock-'em, sock-'em action series..." -" Comic Book Resources"
"A healthy dose of entertainment." -" IGN"
"A rock-'em, sock-'em action series..." -" Comic Book Resources"
About the Author
Sterling Gates broke into comics after serving as a writers' room assistant on TV's "Blade: The Series." He went on to be Geoff John's assistant, working on such books as "Supergirl "and "World's Finest." Sterling holds a fine arts degree from the University of Oklahoma and is also a very proud Eagle Scout.
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By E.M
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
Not since the early Marvel family, with their characteristic exclamation of 'Shazam!', have i stumbled upon word-activated heroes, so H&D seemed like a nice return to early superhero themes. I'd never picked up a H&D comic before, so i was looking forwards to it; i enjoyed the characters of Frank and Dawn, but the constant mentioning of Hank's now-deceased brother, the 1st Dove, did make me think 'do the authors know this is the new52, the get-on point fr new comic readers who know next-to-nothing about comic history?' so i was a little confused/left in the dark by that.
The batman cameo was lacking somewhat i felt, and the villains were mostly badly thought up, but the conflicts between hawk & dove and their bird-themed rivals introduced some freshly-thought enemies; a super powered, sadistic elderly man? Not had that one before...
Enjoyed, but even if the series wasn't canceled, i'd never think to buy another volume.
The batman cameo was lacking somewhat i felt, and the villains were mostly badly thought up, but the conflicts between hawk & dove and their bird-themed rivals introduced some freshly-thought enemies; a super powered, sadistic elderly man? Not had that one before...
Enjoyed, but even if the series wasn't canceled, i'd never think to buy another volume.
By Flora
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
Although the story was quite interesting and opened out the possibility of more bird avatars, the art work was ridiculous. I wish I had not downloaded this book.
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3.0 out of 5 stars
Probably only for Hawk and Dove fans,
7 Sep 2012
By 1AnimeFan
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With DC Comic's New 52, I have been sampling everything just to see what I like. In my opinion, this graphic novel is really only suitable for those who are already acquainted with the characters.
I really only have a cursory knowledge of who the characters are. As this is volume 1, the author does try to introduce fans to the characters. However, this is not really accomplished. The story seems to pick up out of the Brightest Day miniseries, so anyone who hasn't read that will be lost.
I should mention that this series has been canceled, so Volume 1 has all 8 issues. The author set up a number of questions and cliffhangers that would have likely been resolved had the series continued, but this is not going to happen. In summation, this series is probably only for true fans of the characters.
I really only have a cursory knowledge of who the characters are. As this is volume 1, the author does try to introduce fans to the characters. However, this is not really accomplished. The story seems to pick up out of the Brightest Day miniseries, so anyone who hasn't read that will be lost.
I should mention that this series has been canceled, so Volume 1 has all 8 issues. The author set up a number of questions and cliffhangers that would have likely been resolved had the series continued, but this is not going to happen. In summation, this series is probably only for true fans of the characters.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars
Hawk & Dove Strike Back from the 1990's
3 Feb 2013
By Anarchy in the US
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Format:Paperback
Me being the DC fan, I've read my share of the characters that inhabit the DC Universe, and I've had some experience of Hawk & Dove in various team ups and appearances. I haven't had the pleasure of reading about Hawk and Dove in their own series before, so I thought I'd give this a try. That and the book was only $5 at a comic convention, so that too helped in my purchase.
HAWK AND DOVE VOL.1: FIRST STRIKES collect all 8 issues and see both Hawk and Dove fighting crime in Washington, D.C. All of a sudden, a pair of beings named Condor and Swan who share similar costumes and powers to Hawk and Dove attack the President and go after both main characters families.
That's the basic premise of the short series and if you want an action packed, simple book combined with Rob Liefelds art in the spirit of the 1990's, then Hawk and Dove is it. It doesn't do much in character moments and it relies heavy on consistent action. Some lingering plot points carry over before the New 52, like Deadman and Dove's relationship and the previous Dove avatar Don Hall's status. Those plot points can confuse readers of what and who these characters are, and leave lingering story plots dangling due to the series cut short life span. But again, Hawk and Dove it relies mostly on the action to appeal for fans.
I know Rob Liefeld has his haters and fans out there, and I'm not one of his fans, but I will say compared to his early 90's work, it isn't absurdly drawn as it once was (though everything he draws is still disproportionate with bodily figures). His art gives the comic the feel of the 90's with the expressions and action sequences. The lack of properly drawn expressions in the few quieter moments hurts. Hawk is almost always angry and Dove is almost always expressionless. But again, the book is about the action. If you're a fan of his work, you'll enjoy it. If you hate it, then this won't change your mind.
HAWK AND DOVE VOL.1: FIRST STRIKES is a simple tribute to the 1990's of comics with wall to wall action combined with Rob Liefelds absurd drawings. Hawk and Dove was cancelled after 8 issues, so if you can live with that, then give Hawk and Dove a try. If none of that appeal to you, then don't worry about it. 2 and a half star review.
HAWK AND DOVE VOL.1: FIRST STRIKES collect all 8 issues and see both Hawk and Dove fighting crime in Washington, D.C. All of a sudden, a pair of beings named Condor and Swan who share similar costumes and powers to Hawk and Dove attack the President and go after both main characters families.
That's the basic premise of the short series and if you want an action packed, simple book combined with Rob Liefelds art in the spirit of the 1990's, then Hawk and Dove is it. It doesn't do much in character moments and it relies heavy on consistent action. Some lingering plot points carry over before the New 52, like Deadman and Dove's relationship and the previous Dove avatar Don Hall's status. Those plot points can confuse readers of what and who these characters are, and leave lingering story plots dangling due to the series cut short life span. But again, Hawk and Dove it relies mostly on the action to appeal for fans.
I know Rob Liefeld has his haters and fans out there, and I'm not one of his fans, but I will say compared to his early 90's work, it isn't absurdly drawn as it once was (though everything he draws is still disproportionate with bodily figures). His art gives the comic the feel of the 90's with the expressions and action sequences. The lack of properly drawn expressions in the few quieter moments hurts. Hawk is almost always angry and Dove is almost always expressionless. But again, the book is about the action. If you're a fan of his work, you'll enjoy it. If you hate it, then this won't change your mind.
HAWK AND DOVE VOL.1: FIRST STRIKES is a simple tribute to the 1990's of comics with wall to wall action combined with Rob Liefelds absurd drawings. Hawk and Dove was cancelled after 8 issues, so if you can live with that, then give Hawk and Dove a try. If none of that appeal to you, then don't worry about it. 2 and a half star review.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome
5 April 2013
By Luis Posos
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The book is Like a Die Hard movie. Feels like the old comics, too. Great job Rob Liefeld and Sterling Gate.
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