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aceinit's review against another edition
4.0
I've been reading comics for years but never picked up a "superhero" series, because I could never get behind the concept of secret identities and capes. But then came the MCU and my interest was piqued, but there were so many alternate universes and different titles for the same character that I had no idea where to start. Then, apparently, Marvel decided to reboot everything from scratch, so I started picking up a few titles focusing on Marvel's more famous faces.
Hawkeye was the first. I kept seeing previews for it and Aja's art around the net, and the style and humor intrigued me. This is an enormously fun series, showcasing what Clint Barton does when he's not being an Avenger. Which, not surprisingly, still involves a lot of arrow-firing action, getting kidnapped by SHIELD, cameos from the other Avengers, ninjas, and European Gangsters with an affinity for the word "bro." He also has a sidekick (well, not really, she is also known as Hawkeye from time to time) a young, spunky lady named Katie.
Fraction's storytelling is top notch, blending humor with heart and topping it all off with a healthy dose of snark. I am in love with Aja's art, and wish he handled the whole of the series. Pulido's work seems very cartoonish by comparison, and it makes for a stark contrast between issues.
Hawkeye will definitely be going on my monthly subscription list, and I look forward to future volumes.
Hawkeye was the first. I kept seeing previews for it and Aja's art around the net, and the style and humor intrigued me. This is an enormously fun series, showcasing what Clint Barton does when he's not being an Avenger. Which, not surprisingly, still involves a lot of arrow-firing action, getting kidnapped by SHIELD, cameos from the other Avengers, ninjas, and European Gangsters with an affinity for the word "bro." He also has a sidekick (well, not really, she is also known as Hawkeye from time to time) a young, spunky lady named Katie.
Fraction's storytelling is top notch, blending humor with heart and topping it all off with a healthy dose of snark. I am in love with Aja's art, and wish he handled the whole of the series. Pulido's work seems very cartoonish by comparison, and it makes for a stark contrast between issues.
Hawkeye will definitely be going on my monthly subscription list, and I look forward to future volumes.
re_do_876's review against another edition
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
jacob_g_harris's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
brendalovesbooks's review against another edition
3.0
I liked this okay, but definitely not as much as other Marvel stuff I've read. The art is not my favorite. I like it a little less sketchy and a little more colorful. The story was fine, and it kept my interest, but I think it was pretty forgettable.
alinaedwards's review against another edition
I’ve been hearing good things about this run for years, glad I finally got around to reading the first volume! I know absolutely nothing about Hawkeye (either of them), but this volume endeared me to both characters pretty quickly. I especially loved the first three issues with the art by Aja. Hard to believe the Young Avengers issue at the end was also written by Matt Fraction though, the quality of the writing just totally fell off.
libraryam's review against another edition
4.0
Snappy dialogue. Humorous moments. Retro-old-schooly style art. I'm in.
bjoernschneider1's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
literaryleftie's review against another edition
3.0
I can acknowledge that this is good, it just wasn't my cup of tea, which is why 3 stars. A middle ground that takes into account both my likes and the quality of book. There were points where I did chuckle a bit, but overall I found it hard to keep my attention towards this book.
sayre_94's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Tells a great street level story of an ex-Avenger trying to live life. Beautiful art style. Great writing. Nothing will beat the scene where they are in the red camaro, while Kate leans out the window shooting arrows and the Tracksuit Mafia. Also was super cool to see it transitioned into the Hawkeye Disney+ show.