Synopsis
Kendra Saunders, the winged warrior better known as Hawkgirl, has been one of the DCU’s greatest heroes for a long time, serving as a member of both the Justice League and the Justice Society. But with the Justice League disbanded, Kendra decides she needs a fresh start and heads to Metropolis to begin a new life. That life is quickly interrupted by a mysterious villain with a powerful connection to the Nth metal that makes up Hawkgirl’s wings and weapons.
From: DC Comics
Notes on This Title
The main character of this title is Kendra Saunders, the superheroine known as Hawkgirl. Her Hispanic heritage is explored. The supporting cast includes Galaxy (who was introduced in her eponymous series), Galaxy’s girlfriend, who is Black and has a prosthetic leg, Abilene, who is queer, questioning her gender identity, and was raised Christian, and Alysia Yeoh, who is trans and Asian.
Awards
35th Annual GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Comic Book - Nominee
Reviews
“Like its titular hero, ‘Hawkgirl’ is loud and unapologetically true to itself.” (Source: AIPT)