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Supergirl

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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.

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.

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.

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.

This delivers far more than your average comic. It is very dark and this is unusual when you consider that Supergirl was once a wholesome child of Fifties America. Cults, family life and Man's place in the grand scheme of the cosmos are effectively explored. Controversially God himself makes an appearance as a small boy and there seems to be a battle between good and evil being waged in Leesburg, a backwater American town reminiscent of "Twin Peaks." Although the art is very bright, it effectively shows that behind the most wholesome veneer can lie chaos and despair. Supergirl herself is a very sympathetic character. This is definitely not for young children, but it manages to raise the interesting questions of the BATMAN titles without being depressive.

Back when DC decided to actually stick to a continuity and allow Superman to be the only survivor from Krypton, they wanted to come up with a new supergirl. After a few touch and go years with the lackluster Matrix character filling that role, Peter David came along and breathed new life into the character, tying her to the Supergirl mythos that existed before Crisis on Infinite Earths. This is a collection of a few disjointed initial issues from the longest running Supergirl comic ever. Sadly, the book was cancelled but not before they published one of the best Supergirl stories to date with Many Happy Returns (eventhough it features Linda in that ridiculous costume).

Too bad the newest incarnation so far shows no hope of even coming close to this great series.

This story finally takes supergirl out of the shadows of superman. she isnt his neice or some lame thing like that she is her own character and it comes out great. The story line is really dark and also deals with Linda danvers not just Supergirl. The artwork is also amazing Gary Frank's drawing are amazing.

This is the collection of the first nine issues of DC Comics's monthly book SUPERGIRL. The story and artwork are briliant. Peter David redefines the Girl of Steel. Gary Frank's artwork is the best I have ever seen on comics. Frank's Supergirl, in my opion,is the best. Fans will be suprised and interested in the new direction of the post CRISIS Supergirl. Supergirl's new direction makes for fun, interesting, and thought provoking reading. There are also lots of guest stars from the DCUniverse dropping in from time to time; including one that also wears a big red S on his chest. This is a must for all Supergirl fans.

Peter David has proven once again why he is one of the best contemporary comic writers. He's taken a B-level DC Superhero and transformed her into a fleshed-out, fully dimensional person. Don't expect a lukewarm version of Superman...other than the shared costume, they couldn't be more different. Great clean, crisp art from Gary Frank and Cam Smith, who previously worked with David on "The Incredible Hulk". Peter David is one of the few comic book writers who can actually make me laugh out loud while reading, while still delivering a solid story. If you're a fan of Mr David, pick this one up, you will not be disappointed. If you're not, pick it up anyways!

I'd heard Peter David was good, though I was never really impressed by his work on Star Trek - Also I never really liked Supergirl, though the current version is a vast improvement on the original. Somehow though, I diecided to give this book a try, and was very impressed.

Peter David has taken one of the wettest superheroes around, and through a couple of neat plot devices, given the comic a really quite dark edge. The stories are consistently top notch, and the artwork is totally polished.

This is no Dark Knight or Watchmen. What this is is great superhero stuff, with a bit more depth than the norm and done to perfection. I highly recommend this book