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Patsy Walker, A.K.A. Hellcat! (Single Issues) #1
Patsy Walker, A.K.A. Hellcat! #1
Patsy Walker has managed to escape her past, her enemies and Hell itself (literally), but nothing compares to job hunting in New York City! Between trying to make rent and dodging (literal) bullets, Patsy barely has time to deal with her mother's exploitative romance comics about her childhood resurfacing, much less how they start to interfere with her work and dating life. As she goes from living a double life to a triple, what the Hell is Patsy Walker supposed to do? Raise your (literal) claws for Patsy Walker, AKA Hellcat!
24 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 23, 2015
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About the author
Kate Leth
147 books430 followersKate Leth is a Canadian author and illustrator working in comics, animation, design, and feelings. A grown-up goth and pop culture devotee, Kate specializes in work for kids and teens. Their comics work includes Patsy Walker, A.K.A. Hellcat!; Girl Over Paris; Spell on Wheels; and Adventure Time, among others.
They live in Halifax, Nova Scotia with an absolutely ridiculous cat and several regrets. They are queer and genderfluid/non-binary, a fact that greatly influences their work. Kate uses they/them pronouns, but probably won’t correct you.
They live in Halifax, Nova Scotia with an absolutely ridiculous cat and several regrets. They are queer and genderfluid/non-binary, a fact that greatly influences their work. Kate uses they/them pronouns, but probably won’t correct you.
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July 3, 2016
First of all, I'd just like to say that I went into an actual comic store to buy this, and I didn't burst into flames or get quizzed or anything (yes, I was worried about both of those things, and what actually happened is no one bothered me and the girl at the register complimented my piercings, which is one of the easiest ways to get me in your corner). So ten points to Ravenclaw for me supporting local businesses, hooray.
This issue is really fun. It's not too serious, there's no brooding, there's not really even a villain. It's mainly background info, which I needed, and an introduction to the characters, which I also needed. There are references to Wicked and Harry Potter and some other things, and there are great little details everywhere--Patsy's in a gay bookstore and reading a book called Butts: Volume IX, there's a queer female couple in a bar, stuff like that. I'm slightly biased because cats are my shtick, but I loved this. I laughed out loud multiple times. It's great. Plus, the writer, artist, and color artist are all female. Hooray!
ALSO YOU CAN SEND IN PICTURES OF YOUR CATS AND THEY MIGHT PRINT THEM, SO I MAY DO THAT.
^..^ meow
EDIT: Also, look, she's hanging out with my homegirls, America Chavez and Kate Bishop.
This issue is really fun. It's not too serious, there's no brooding, there's not really even a villain. It's mainly background info, which I needed, and an introduction to the characters, which I also needed. There are references to Wicked and Harry Potter and some other things, and there are great little details everywhere--Patsy's in a gay bookstore and reading a book called Butts: Volume IX, there's a queer female couple in a bar, stuff like that. I'm slightly biased because cats are my shtick, but I loved this. I laughed out loud multiple times. It's great. Plus, the writer, artist, and color artist are all female. Hooray!
ALSO YOU CAN SEND IN PICTURES OF YOUR CATS AND THEY MIGHT PRINT THEM, SO I MAY DO THAT.
^..^ meow
EDIT: Also, look, she's hanging out with my homegirls, America Chavez and Kate Bishop.
December 13, 2016
Tengo serias dudas acerca de la edad que se supone que tiene Patsy, por los sucesos a los que se enfrenta ya debe ser un adulto mayor a los 20 años, pero en algunos cuadros pareciera que tiene 16 años o que debe estar en edad universitaria. Por lo demás la historia me parece muy divertida, aloegre y Patsy es agradable e inmadura, pero bastante tierna.
December 30, 2015
Found that this was an excellent start point for the series and I have to say, knowing next to nothing before reading this, actually very informative too. The way this is written with funny little quips and 'breaking the fourth-wall' notes makes it very engaging for the reader as you go through. I think that the writing was excellent, and the mini chibi form of our main characters is also superb and really adds more fun to the story.
This is the start of Patsy's story. You can tell that there's a lot of backstory that I didn't know yet between Jessica and Patsy and their other friends, but this definitely works as its own series and the notes and annotations are fabulous.
The artwork is super bright and exciting and the style is very clean and crisp which makes it a lot of fun to read through. I really would say it's a great start for this new series - 4*s and I certainly plan to continue and possibly also to pick up the Unbeatable Squirrel Girl as I think it's got some of the same humour!
This is the start of Patsy's story. You can tell that there's a lot of backstory that I didn't know yet between Jessica and Patsy and their other friends, but this definitely works as its own series and the notes and annotations are fabulous.
The artwork is super bright and exciting and the style is very clean and crisp which makes it a lot of fun to read through. I really would say it's a great start for this new series - 4*s and I certainly plan to continue and possibly also to pick up the Unbeatable Squirrel Girl as I think it's got some of the same humour!
January 6, 2019
I love Patsy! I want to read more!
November 9, 2017
Amor del bueno. Guion cuqui, dibujo cuqui, historia interesante.
¡¡quiero más!!
¡¡quiero más!!
October 13, 2016
Delightfully modern, humorous, and filled with bright, vivid illustrations, Patsy Walker, A.K.A. Hellcat! is a truly enjoyable read. It follows Patsy Walker (aka Hellcat) as she opens up a superhero temp agency for people with powers to put their abilities to use serving the public. She starts doing this by recruiting would-be criminals and convincing them to do good instead, but soon a villainous mastermind realizes what she's doing and sets out to stop her. A large amount of this story was spent developing the main and minor plot lines, with only short, sparse scenes of superhero fights. I was also pleasantly surprised by the inclusion of a bisexual character and hints at another being homosexual. Overall a fun, entertaining comic!
May 10, 2017
''I thought I was in bad shape. You sleep in a closet?''
''Uh, so did the world's greatest wizard? So…''
November 22, 2016
The comic was cute, I did enjoy its self awareness and breaking of the 4th wall; however, there really wasn't enough there for me to want to continue on with the series. Cheeky, yes. Compelling, no.
September 15, 2017
(are comics grafic novelas idek)
THIS IS ABSOLUTE THE BEST MOST WONDERFUL COMIC MY FAVE!!!!!!!!!!! tbh every single page was a delight, Kate Leth is my hero, she's my best friend's hero (shout out to Marcus who insisted I read it) and it's just,,, wonderful and funnny and comfy and all the good things. and it was also lots of fun to look for lgbtq momentos (PRIDE in the bg, and 'beer with a queer' book, and two ladies holding each oother). it's really good. i read it a month ago and hinking abt it now makes me happy.
THIS IS ABSOLUTE THE BEST MOST WONDERFUL COMIC MY FAVE!!!!!!!!!!! tbh every single page was a delight, Kate Leth is my hero, she's my best friend's hero (shout out to Marcus who insisted I read it) and it's just,,, wonderful and funnny and comfy and all the good things. and it was also lots of fun to look for lgbtq momentos (PRIDE in the bg, and 'beer with a queer' book, and two ladies holding each oother). it's really good. i read it a month ago and hinking abt it now makes me happy.
March 9, 2016
So I pretty much fell in love with this character while watching Jessica Jones.
If you go into this thinking you are going to see more of Patsy and Jessica in this one, you are not. Or at least not so far. We have Patsy as different from her t.v. counterpart as possible.
She's employed by She-Hulk and living in a storage closet. While doing work for She-Hulk she is still doing what she can to help out others.
I think that since this is the first comic in the series I am going to give it some leeway. There's obviously some plot points to be followed up after this first one. We hear mention of Patsy's not that great of a mother. We know that she is known because her mother used to write comics about Patsy (shudder) and she's still dealing with the fallout from that years later. She now has a new roommate who she plans on teaching about how to be a hero, and she's working retail.
I really liked the fact that the Kindle allows you to zoom in on the panels. So that way you can right click on it which makes panel one large enough to read and you just right click and it continues with the other panels. I was worried about how this was going to look on my computer/IPAD and now I am not so worried.
The graphics are pretty good. They really remind me of old school comics though. Just the way the colors are and some of the faces that Patsy makes.
The writing though pushes this comic through the roof. We have an acknowledgement that the rest of the world knows about inhumans as Patsy and some other people are known as and we even get a shout out to female Thor.
I did love how Patsy doesn't bat an eyelash when one character explains about an ex-partner. Most books would have made a very big deal about this person being gay.
I am going to get #2 for this series just to see what's going to happen to Patsy next.
If you go into this thinking you are going to see more of Patsy and Jessica in this one, you are not. Or at least not so far. We have Patsy as different from her t.v. counterpart as possible.
She's employed by She-Hulk and living in a storage closet. While doing work for She-Hulk she is still doing what she can to help out others.
I think that since this is the first comic in the series I am going to give it some leeway. There's obviously some plot points to be followed up after this first one. We hear mention of Patsy's not that great of a mother. We know that she is known because her mother used to write comics about Patsy (shudder) and she's still dealing with the fallout from that years later. She now has a new roommate who she plans on teaching about how to be a hero, and she's working retail.
I really liked the fact that the Kindle allows you to zoom in on the panels. So that way you can right click on it which makes panel one large enough to read and you just right click and it continues with the other panels. I was worried about how this was going to look on my computer/IPAD and now I am not so worried.
The graphics are pretty good. They really remind me of old school comics though. Just the way the colors are and some of the faces that Patsy makes.
The writing though pushes this comic through the roof. We have an acknowledgement that the rest of the world knows about inhumans as Patsy and some other people are known as and we even get a shout out to female Thor.
I did love how Patsy doesn't bat an eyelash when one character explains about an ex-partner. Most books would have made a very big deal about this person being gay.
I am going to get #2 for this series just to see what's going to happen to Patsy next.
February 13, 2017
Funny! The art looks a little Archie, and it suits the story. There are quick cameos from The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl, Thor (Val), Ms. America, Lady Hawkguy, Spectrum, Doctor Strange, Howard the Duck and Jessica Jones. Patsy Walker values her friends and isn't afraid of hard work. She's got a learn to learn to make up for when she was dead, and she's doing just fine. She has a diverse group of friends and doesn't fall for the first cute person she sees. She uses her brain and has a great sense of humor. There is a theme that everyone deserves a 2nd chance. "I'll kick the butts that need kicking" and "Don't mistake compassion for weakness" demonstrate that she's isn't naive and can see shades of grey.
March 20, 2016
5++++++++ stars
Honestly, I was sold by the first page, and I'm so glad I finally grabbed the first issue. It's fun, it's modernizing her character, it's... relevant!! (C'mon, like how the Inhuman guy with powers talks about how he's lucky his are "invisible" V. interesting subtext...) The art is great, there's cat pictures at the end
It's just so... good!!
Plus, I'm super excited to see how Jen's agency is going after her solo run. There's so many little treats in this, I can't wait for more
Honestly, I was sold by the first page, and I'm so glad I finally grabbed the first issue. It's fun, it's modernizing her character, it's... relevant!! (C'mon, like how the Inhuman guy with powers talks about how he's lucky his are "invisible" V. interesting subtext...) The art is great, there's cat pictures at the end
It's just so... good!!
Plus, I'm super excited to see how Jen's agency is going after her solo run. There's so many little treats in this, I can't wait for more
January 13, 2016
DEEELIGHTFUL. I loved everything about this, and in particular, the chibi-Hellcat we got. It was so fun and adorable, and I'm really looking forward to buying the TPB for the library.
Also, I need this variant cover on a shirt or some fabric or something. I need it.
Also, I need this variant cover on a shirt or some fabric or something. I need it.
December 23, 2015
The lighter, coltish tone is a bit jarring in comparison to the way the harder version of the character on Netflix's Jessica Jones, but it's a really fun read nonetheless. The art is vibrant and clean and the way Patsy sometimes switches to a chibi version to emphasize various character moments almost makes me wish the whole book were done in that style.
January 16, 2016
This has been talked about nonstop at the comic book store for months. Not a huge Marvel fan, but thought what the hell!
Hellcat does secret work, kicks ass and sleeps in a closet. Until the day from hell arrives.
A bit quirky and funny. Not sure I understand all the hype, but I'm willing to read more so Patsy can get her grounding.
Hellcat does secret work, kicks ass and sleeps in a closet. Until the day from hell arrives.
A bit quirky and funny. Not sure I understand all the hype, but I'm willing to read more so Patsy can get her grounding.
September 14, 2016
this artstyle <3
January 28, 2016
It's cute, but I'm not exactly sure what is going on with this story and where's it's going. That's okay, I still want to read the next one.
August 5, 2016
Loved!
June 17, 2017
6/17/17 Patsy Walker, A.K.A. Hellcat! "Hooked on a Feline" is the first of the series in a new Marvel comic that apparently brings back the red-headed crime fighter, Hellcat. I was surprised at how engaging and funny this comic was, very different from what I was expecting. Patsy Walker needs a job and an apartment both of which are scarce commodities in NYC. She connects with Ian, a reformed armored car theif who has the power of telekinesis and decides to start a temp agency for people with special abilities. But that's not all, Hedy, a frenemy from her past has published some embarrassing stories, an evil sorceress from Asgard is also rounding up people with abilities in her attempt to destroy and take over. But the BEST part about this comic is the snarky, modern comments about things like dating apps, student loans and credit scores. Very funny. And I also like the way Hellcat and other female heroes are not overly sexualized. I enjoyed this far more than I thought I would!
September 7, 2017
Such a bright fun book, I enjoyed reading so much. The art is lovely, I'd be happy to keep looking at it day in and day out. Plus, I didn't find anything weird to look at, or uncomfortable, which I often pick out in comics - it was so ! nice to look at! The story itself is fun, and I'm excited to read more, I like the incorporation of mentioning the old romance Patsy Walker comics into the Hellcat back story. I want to learn more.
The only thing I had a little trouble with there were some moments that felt like I was watching a children's show, trying to teach me morals. I'm sure it's just because it's for a large age range and therefore children are actually reading but it was jarring to have this whole good vs bad dichotomy spelt out every time Pasty convinced a potential wrong-doer to actually be Good TM like I, and the characters, were small children who didn't know any better.
The only thing I had a little trouble with there were some moments that felt like I was watching a children's show, trying to teach me morals. I'm sure it's just because it's for a large age range and therefore children are actually reading but it was jarring to have this whole good vs bad dichotomy spelt out every time Pasty convinced a potential wrong-doer to actually be Good TM like I, and the characters, were small children who didn't know any better.
December 8, 2017
I admit I only picked this one up because it was free on the Marvel app. That being said, I was pleasantly surprised at how fun this comic was. I enjoyed Patsy fighting-off a baddie, only to bond with him over "Wicked." It was also fun to see her start a consulting business to help augmented humans who couldn't get jobs. It's a creative idea, and another way Marvel is working in the millennial lifestyle into its comics.
I think the issue could have used a bit more action -- there was a lot of, well, non-action. A lot of talk. I mean, this is a superhero comic, right? Not Archie? (Although plenty of tongue-in-cheek Archie references abound). Let's keep Marvel Marvel and Archie Archie, though an occasional generic crossover isn't a bad thing. This one just felt a little too much on the Archie side, and not enough on the Marvel side.
I think the issue could have used a bit more action -- there was a lot of, well, non-action. A lot of talk. I mean, this is a superhero comic, right? Not Archie? (Although plenty of tongue-in-cheek Archie references abound). Let's keep Marvel Marvel and Archie Archie, though an occasional generic crossover isn't a bad thing. This one just felt a little too much on the Archie side, and not enough on the Marvel side.
August 27, 2017
I read about this book on NPR's Best Books of 2016. Apparently Hellcat has been around for awhile but I hadn't read any of her stories. In this story, Patsy Walker is just trying to build a life. She wants to be left alone. Too bad that's not happening for her.
It was an interesting start to a series but I didn't enjoy it as much as the NPR reviewer.
It was an interesting start to a series but I didn't enjoy it as much as the NPR reviewer.
April 22, 2018
This intro was kind of "meh" for me. We're introduced to Hellcat, a stereotypical extroverted preppy girl who's been through some stuff we don't know about yet, but has come out at the other end ready to change her life.
Ian Soon is a saving grace for me from this intro issue. He's witty, he's queer, and he's kind.
Pasty Walker (aka Hellcat) offers to use her abilities to beat up a woman's boyfriend. Because reasons. o_o
It's a cute story; I like the idea of her temp agency, but it isn't a super empowering view of a female super hero. That's not to say I'm not going to read on.
Ian Soon is a saving grace for me from this intro issue. He's witty, he's queer, and he's kind.
Pasty Walker (aka Hellcat) offers to use her abilities to beat up a woman's boyfriend. Because reasons. o_o
It's a cute story; I like the idea of her temp agency, but it isn't a super empowering view of a female super hero. That's not to say I'm not going to read on.
January 12, 2020
Such fun! In this version of Hellcat, Patsy Walker has real life concerns—like where she's going to live—along with her super hero concerns. I really enjoyed the story, along with the presence and portrayal of She-Hulk (and Patsy's nickname for her, which I think was Shulkie <3 ).
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I give it four out of five stars. Would definitely like to continue reading the series, and would recommend it to folks who want to give superhero comics a try without having to deal with toxic masculinity hiding as manliness.
// Read dates are approximate.
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I give it four out of five stars. Would definitely like to continue reading the series, and would recommend it to folks who want to give superhero comics a try without having to deal with toxic masculinity hiding as manliness.
// Read dates are approximate.
April 24, 2024
The writer, penciler and inker are all females [what you couldn't find female letterers?]. That's not a problem with me if they are competent- unfortunately the artist is not. Patsy goes from being a svelte adult woman to a tubby Jr. High schooler from panel to panel. Very distracting. Pick a size.
Since Marvel obviously had an agenda I was somewhat surprised the story did not seem to so kudos to the writer.
Since Marvel obviously had an agenda I was somewhat surprised the story did not seem to so kudos to the writer.
October 29, 2016
Has a cheerful vibe similar to the Unbeatable Squirrel Girl, which acts as a flaky but substantial crust to the hinted-at backstory. Here, though, Patsy is upbeat and nearly as unbeatable as Squirrel Girl as she works with her team of relatively diverse superhero friends to combat not just crime, but to deter potential criminals from ever going down that path. I found that a nice message.
September 3, 2017
Revamps are way better than reboots, and this ticked all the boxes! Funny, clever, interesting and killer art styles plus fun cameos! What's not to love?
(one star off for unnamed side character's lack of love interest resolution - I wanted a kiss damnit! So vague I know, but trying to avoid spoilers!)
(one star off for unnamed side character's lack of love interest resolution - I wanted a kiss damnit! So vague I know, but trying to avoid spoilers!)
April 14, 2018
LOVE IT! I can't wait to read the rest of the series. I'm really excited this comic was given to me. It's a perfect way for me to enter the Marvel comic book universe. It makes me want to go find the older comics and learn all the ins and outs of the universe.
January 24, 2024
This was super cute -- it reminded me a lot of Goldie Vance in both its tone and its storyline even though this story is Marvel through and through. I love that Patsy is still a character even after 80 years; it just makes me happy.
March 17, 2017
Cute! Admittedly, I wasn't familiar with Hellcat, but the art immediately grabbed my eye, and I figured why not give it a try? I'm glad I did. Patsy is silly, quirky, cute, and I'm hooked.
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