Supergirl [Paperback]

Peter David (Author), Gary Frank (Artist) (Author), Terry Dodson (Artist) (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: DC Comics (April 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1563894106
• ISBN-13: 978-1563894107
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 6.5 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #933,661 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Peter David is the New York Times bestselling author of numerous Star Trek novels, including the incredibly popular New Frontier series. In addition, he has also written dozens of other books, including his acclaimed original novel, Sir Apropos of Nothing, and its sequel, The Woad to Wuin. David is also well known for his comic book work, particularly his award-winning run on The Incredible Hulk. He recently authored the novelizations of both the Spider-Man and Hulk motion pictures.He lives in New York.

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Dark engaging story, November 28, 2001

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This review is from: Supergirl (Paperback)

This graphic novel is a great retelling of the "classic" Supergirl story. The story begins with Supergirl, aka "Matrix", dealing with a life crisis. She saves a woman from a tornado only to be unable to help another man who ends up dying. Knowing that she is only a construct created by Lex Luthor of an alternate universe, she doesn't feel real, doesn't feel she has a purpose or stake in the world.

Her solution comes when she comes across a dying young girl, Linda Danvers. Matrix merges with Linda's body, retaining all her powers and memories, but gaining Linda's life and humanity. The trouble begins when she discovers Linda was dying because she was a sacrifice in a Satanic ritual, and rather than being a victim, she was a cult member. On top of dealing with new emotions, Supergirl must now live a dual life, balancing her past with Linda's sorted past, becoming part of the Danvers family while staying part of the Kent family, and dealing with the frustration, pain and angst of both Matrix and Linda.

As the story develops, Supergirl/Linda settles into her new life among her family in Leesburg only to find that it is a staging ground for a battle between good and evil. The same Satanic cult which sacrificed Linda Danvers is attempting to help demons cross over and bring about the end to the word. Supergirl foils the twists and turns of their plans, which include old enemies such as Gorilla Grodd who unleashes the base and beastly nature Supergirl now contains as part of Linda. Not only is it a struggle between good and evil, it is a struggle within as well.

To cap it off, the artwork is superb, rich in color and artfully done.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Really Super, Supergirl!, November 28, 2001

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Zack Davisson "japanreviewed" (Seattle, WA, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Supergirl (Paperback)

I really enjoy the Peter David/Gary Frank take on Supergirl. They have taken a fairly confusing background and created a distinct personality. Gary Frank has perfected her "look." There is no more costume changes or unnecessary fashion.

Supergirl is one of my favorite characters and she is seldom given the respect she deserves. In this, the first nine issues of her solo series, she is given a chance to shine on her own. I miss Kara Zor-El, but this is a good substitute.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally....the Girl of Steel as she should be!, June 20, 2000

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ktomas "ktomas" (Winter Springs, FL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Supergirl (Paperback)

Supergirl was always been a misunderstood comics character, not only with the public, but with many creators over the years who unjustly made her out to be a lightweight. But acclaimed writer Peter David not only brings back the Girl of Steel's long lost essence, he thrusts her into a contemporary setting that's as mysterious as it is thought-provoking. Gary Frank and Cam Smith's art compliment with a dark landscape that sparkles with surreal energy.