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Birds of Prey (2011-2014) Vol. 1: Trouble in Mind Kindle & comiXology

by Duane Swierczynski (Author), Various (Illustrator), Jesus Saiz (Artist) Format: Kindle Edition
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One is wanted for a murder she didn't commit. The other is on the run because she knows too much. They are Dinah Laurel Lance and Ev Crawford - a.k.a. Black Canary and Starling - and joining them are the villainous Poison Ivy and the heroic Batgirl and together, as Gotham City's covert ops team, they're taking down the villains other heroes can't touch. They are the Birds of Prey. Collects issues #1-7
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"The femme fatales of Gotham City get a nice introduction here along with a genuinely surprising final image that is well suited to the one-page format of the iPad."—The New York Times

"Duane Swierczynski inserts a load of suspense into his crime fiction, and he's bringing that as well as some good old-fashioned espionage to the sirens of Gotham City."—USA Today 

About the Author

Duane Swiercynzski is the author of several novels including the Edgar-nominated and Anthony Award-winning "Expiration Date," as well as "Fun & Games," out now from Mulholland Books. He also writes comics, and thrillers with CSI creator Anthony E. Zuiker.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ DC (September 18, 2012)
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    Duane Swierczynski is the New York Times bestselling and two-time Edgar-nominated author of fifteen novels including Expiration Date, Canary and the forthcoming California Bear, as well as the graphic novels Breakneck and Redhead. Along with James Patterson, Duane co-created the Audible Original The Guilty, starring John Lithgow and Bryce Dallas Howard, and co-wrote the private eye thriller Lion & Lamb. He’s also written over 250 comic books including Cable, Deadpool, The Immortal Iron Fist, Punisher, Birds of Prey, Bloodshot, Star Wars: Rogue One and The Black Hood. His first short story collection, Lush & Other Tales of Boozy Mayhem, was recently published by Cimarron Street Books. A native Philadelphian, Duane now lives in Southern California with his family.

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    Gail Simone is an American writer of comic books. Best known for penning DC's Birds of Prey, her other notable works include Secret Six, Welcome to Tranquility, The All-New Atom, Deadpool, and Wonder Woman. In 2011, she became the writer for Batgirl. Though fired from Batgirl in December 2012 by the title's incoming editor, Brian Cunningham, she was rehired on December 21 after DC received backlash from fans. She became the writer for a new Red Sonja series in 2013 with Dynamite Entertainment.

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Just some dude
5.0 out of 5 stars Very awesome!
Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2012
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Okay, so I went into this very skeptical. I didn't think this would live up to my expectations, but boy was I wrong!

I thoroughly enjoyed it. The writing was amazing. The art was phenomenal. The plot is genuinely interesting. The characters are, for a lack of a better phrase, freaking kick ass. I was really satisfied with my purchase; do not regret it one bit!

I really recommend this to people looking into this comic, I promise you wont regret it. Also, just saying. If really attractive, and kick butt, super hero feminines in tight costumes kicking dudes in the face wont please you, I don't know what will.
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4.0 out of 5 stars The Birds of Prey Are Back in the "New 52"
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2013
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The Birds of Prey are a crime-fighting team in the DC Universe, that is made up of female super-heroes. Though this was an editorial decision for the team's titular comic book, it was never an exact goal of the characters to make it an "all-girl" team in the comics. It is merely how things keep turning out.

The reasoning for the "all-girl" construction of the team in the continuity of the post-Flashpoint "new 52" reboot of the the DC Universe, is one of absolute necessity. As Birds of Prey, Vol. 1: Trouble in Mind begins, Black Canary is seeking to use her abilities for good, and she is unable to go to many people given her status as an (I presume) falsely accused murderer. She must go to those she can trust, which happens to be her best female friends or contacts. Though we know she has male contacts she can trust, so this makes little sense in a way, but okay, sure.

The first member of her team we meet is a woman named Evelyn, or Ev, for short. Her code-name is Starling, and she is a brand new character created for this new series. Her attitude, actions, and comportment absolutely screams "military background". And she is probably nearly on par with Canary in terms of fighting skills.

The second member of the team is Katana, who is one of the foremost martial artists of the DC Universe, and a valuable member of the team. Of course, this value needs to be taken into account with the fact that she thinks her murdered husband's soul is trapped in her sword's blade and speaking to her....

The team is rounded out by eco-terrorist and mass-murderer Poison Ivy (whom, in an unbelievably stupid delusion, Canary thinks she can control somehow) and Batgirl Barbara Gordon. Batgirl wants nothing to do with the team, as she has her own issues to deal with (having regained the use of her legs recently after a three-year paralysis), and Poison Ivy seems to be in this more out of amusement than anything else.

The first story arc was quite good, and in fact was better than most of the initial story arcs post-reboot that I have read. It was a real page-turner with a pretty decent mystery, and some good character development, and the promise of more of the above still to come. I was a tad bummed that the first arc seemed to end on a downer, but I hear that the team bounces back in the next volume, so I'm looking forward to that.

There were some problems I had, but more with the unanswered questions and lack of logic to the series on some points. For those who snark that this is a comic book, so what? You can still have internal consistency in a comic story.

The two main problems on this score are Canary's reasoning in bringing the team together, and putting Ivy on the team. Is this the first time there was such a team? Or is this a new team based on an old one? If the latter, it makes sense for her to start a new one, but if the former, then why start a team? Hopefully when Canary's new back story is explained more, we'll find some answers. Secondly, why Poison Ivy? Just why? I mean, the whole "needs to interrogate without killing" thing could easily be done by the sorceress Zatanna, or other characters in the DC Universe. If her relationship with the members of the Bat-family is any indication, it's not like she can't find a fellow super-hero to trust her that could do Ivy's job. It just seems that the reasoning behind the formation of the team and the inclusion of Ivy is really weak, and I hope this is addressed in future issues.

This is one of my favorites titles with the new 52 in DC Comics, despite these weak points. What's more, some of the overt sexualization of the female characters pre-reboot was toned down, and the costumes aren't at the insanely "stripperific" levels of yore. Though they are still drawn to be improbably beautiful, they also come across as believable, dynamic female characters, and not just eye candy. Definitely a comic worth checking out.
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Amy
5.0 out of 5 stars just fun
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2013
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I love all the characters even the new one they created. The story isn't super in depth (I don't want a soap opera) the art is great and its just a nice fun read. I suppose the new 52 has a lot of critics but don't let them dissuade you from enjoying an interesting read. I look forward to the next volume!
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Slim Cat
3.0 out of 5 stars Good Characters Confusing Story
Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2012
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This volume collects Birds of Prey #1-7 of the DC New 52.

Black Canary wants a covert team to help eradicate underground threats that other groups and "superheroes" may overlook or not concern themselves with. She gets the wisecracking Starling, possibly emotionally disturbed sword master Katana, ecoterrorist meta-human Poison Ivy, and occasional help from one of Gotham's caped crusaders, Batgirl. Canary is on the hunt for a new form of psychological warfare that can literally blow your mind!

The story starts off strong and keeps your interest throughout. The characters are very well written and give you people to take interest in. Starling is a really nice new character with a lot of great dialogue.

The downside to this whole affair is it drags on for too long and gets very confusing along the way. Events that happened are then thrown away as either the characters have just been messed with so badly they cannot recall what is real but by the end of this arc none of it is cleared up leaving the reader confused as to how these characters reached their end point. Most of the characters are well written. Canary, Starling, and Katana make you wanna love this team. Batgirl just seems to show up to give some information and remind the readers this book belongs in the Bat-Family of the DCU, just in case anyone forgot. Poison Ivy is good at being creepy but what she is doing on the team still remains too much of a mystery at the end of this arc.

Jesus Saiz knows how to draw a covert ops team of gorgeous ladies without making them completely cheesecake and ridiculously portioned like the covers David Finch does. Saiz does an excellent job of facial expressions and action sequences, although his backgrounds are lacking and very dull. Fill in artist Javier Pina does a nice job as well.

Duane Swiercznski is great with dialogue and creating interesting characters. He can also start off a story with a really great spy thriller premise but get events of the story muddled up to confuse and dissatisfy the reader in unnecessary ways. At least the book is complemented by some lovely art. Willing to give the next installment a read as there are some interesting developments happening.
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vinicius Mattos
5.0 out of 5 stars Chegou em ótimo estado
Reviewed in Brazil on April 13, 2020
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Chegou rápido e em ótimo estado. Recomendo
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suziegon
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely art and entertaining character interactions.
Reviewed in Canada on March 21, 2014
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I'd never read Birds of Prey comics before this, but I'm glad I picked it up. If you like interesting characters and watching how different personalities mix together, you'll enjoy Birds of Prey. The plot is fine - interesting enough to keep the story going, but like I said, it's the characters you'll want to read this for. The art in this volume is my favourite of the first three volumes. It's never too busy and always looks great.

The relationship between Starling and Black Canary is sweet and amusing. They seem to genuinely care for each other. The same can be said for Canary and Batgirl. Starling's lighter, playfully blunt personality shines in contrast to the more serious personalities of the other Birds. I'd never heard of her before reading this comic and fell in love. You can feel Poison Ivy's sass here too, and the friction between her and Starling will make you smile. Katana, though quieter than the others, seems dependable and has her good moments too.
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Sarah Durston
5.0 out of 5 stars The New 52 and the experience of reading graphic novels on the Kindle Fire
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 17, 2013
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Although I love my Kindle Fire I've been very hesitant about using it to read graphic novels. Frankly I shouldn't have been! The artwork in HD quality really enhances the experience. The Kindle Fire also has a facility which allows you to view the page in its entirety whilst also highlighting and bringing to the fore the pane you are reading which I thought was really clever!

I'm generally drawn to Graphic Novels with strong female protagonist and was really happy when DC issued `The New 52' as a way of giving readers a start point when this is a market that seems, on occasion, to be impenetrable. You don't need any prior knowledge at all to come to this GN and enjoy it.

Black Canary is forming a group to investigate how a criminal mastermind, named Choke, is able to control the minds of ordinary citizens and use them to create devastation around Gotham. She teams up with Starling (No superpowers, just a crack shot who is great in combat), Katana (a Samurai-type widow who believes the spirit of her dead husband is in her sword) and the infamous Poison Ivy. Batgirl also makes an appearance and there are hints that she might also become a permanent member of the team.

The story is absorbing and I can't wait to read the second volume which is already out on Kindle; one of my favourites so far. The added bonus was there were lots of hints at back stories and intrigues which are sure to be developed as the series progresses!
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bern1106
4.0 out of 5 stars Good start, good storyline..
Reviewed in France on December 5, 2012
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I'm slowly but surely getting through the New 52 titles. Birds of Prey will definitely appeal to those who would like more background on the borderline femmes fatales of the DC Universe.Particularly Black Canary and the enigmatic Katana. With the addition of Batgirl, just adds spice to the mix. Good solid, if somewhat safe storyline, keeps up a hectic pace...and just when you think it's all over....the twist in the tale..
No previous knowledge is required of any of the leading roles, so if you want a good read and some excellent artwork, this would be a recommended title.
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ZEPHYROS
4.0 out of 5 stars ポイズン・アイヴィーと新キャラのスターリングが何処迄やってくれるかが鍵。
Reviewed in Japan on June 7, 2015
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新たに一から再スタート。ブラックキャナリーがリーダーだが、行き成りお尋ね者状態。新キャラのスターリングは素顔のままで銃火器を操る陽気な女性で中々面白い。益々ストイックに成った感じのカタナ、バットマンの悪役だったポイズン・アイヴィー、それにバットガールが参加。バットガールはトラウマが感じられない事から、バットガールのVol.1よりは時間が開いている様だ。
マインドコントロールの恐怖を描いており、メンバー間に友情が芽生えるのは、まだ後の事に成りそうだ。
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