If politics is your bag, or you have issues with the rise of mega-churchs that have pastors that have annual salaries in the millions, this piece is for you. In terms of being a good heist piece; it may be a bit early to tell. The set-up seems to be good so far, but there are a couple areas where I'm worried its going to fall into some cliches. These have not yet come to fruition, but it remains entirely possible that the team here may yet snatch defeat from the jaws of victory. Read Full Review

Hawkins and Ekedal have crafted a winner with The Tithe #1. Their unique take on a heist book definitely has me intrigued and I will be back for more issues, without a doubt. This is some great writing paired with some excellent art and definitely worth a look. Read Full Review

The Tithe first and foremost wants to be an original heist story exploring the contemporary topics of anonymous hacktivism and megachurch fraud, but whether he likes it or not Hawkins has been drawn into a dialogue about religion. With only the cop side of the cops and robbers story presented so far, we have the makings of an intriguing second issue. Read Full Review

While the main premise is definitely intriguing, it's with these characters where the series finds both emotional depth and an interesting intellectual debate. In the end, a few scenes do go on a bit long, but the overall story is interesting enough to carry things through. Read Full Review

A Robin Hood style comic that never feels like that, and surprised me in some great ways Read Full Review

Good guys! Bad guys! Cool heists! Religion! Overall, its just a damn good story. Looking forward to #2. Well done guys. Read Full Review

Introductory issues have to hook a reader or they may pass on the book, and The Tithe should be able to snag readers. Matt Hawkins is putting together a nice streak of good book lately and this should be added to the list. Rahsan Ekedal did great work on this issue and certainly looks to have a bright future in the business. The Tithe is a book that deserves a read, the good writing and excellent art will keep you coming back. Read Full Review

This first issue is a bit overbearing sometimes with the philosophical and religious issues ingrained within the story; it is not for everyone and may be found objectionable to those whose belief systems who do not tolerate such rigorous questioning. But it is a refreshing read for those who would keep an open mind and need a break from the monotony of explosions of littering the comical landscape. Read Full Review

The Tithe #1 represents a quality romp into rebellious wilderness that's bound to turn heads. It might upset people but after they finish kicking up dirt they'll realize that what the creative team gives us is worth a look as this comes recommended. Read Full Review

"The Tithe" #1 is a very well-composed introduction that's both relevant to issues of the day and uses some traditional story elements, which combine to deliver a strong and approachable story with a fresh flavor. Read Full Review

The art by Ekedal is similarly great and incredibly well designed. If youve never seen a mega church it may seem like more of a satire but his depiction seems very accurate and its reveal is very well done. I love the little details he sprinkles throughout the books such as the Jesus masks which push the themes of the book to the forefront and give the book a unique style. Theres not too many crazy things he gets to draw in the issue but he handles the material very well and hopefully hell get the chance to prove himself in later issue. Read Full Review

While the main cops and robbers story is very familiar, the setting has changed. The fact the target is rather appropriate and in the news as to largesse makes it all the more familiar. The Tithe might be a bit blasphemous, but it's the type of blasphemy I enjoy. Read Full Review

The subject matter that "The Tithe" is setting out to cover is an inherently tricky one. Religion is a divisive issue, and the human element of religion often gets overlooked in favour of more esoteric arguments. But, by focussing on how corruption and temptation are forces that pervade every aspect of humanity, as well as staying firmly rooted in the physical, rather than the spiritual, Hawkins and Edekel might've just invented a whole new genre of comic-book, 'The Mega-Church Heist'. Read Full Review

The Tithe is written by Matt Hawkins. The artist is Rahsan Ekedal. It is produced by Minotaur Press, a Top Cow Productions Company. Read Full Review

With the heist premise in play, the book could turn into a procedural story. Hopefully the ambiguity of those stealing the money from the church or the church using the money collected disingenuously will come more to the front and create some tension. As it stands, with everyone, bar the ministers, on the same page the book feels a little flat. Read Full Review

Southern Baptist Campbell is conservative; hacker Miller is an atheist wiseass. Samaritans unseen lead hacker taunt-texts Miller whos been on their trail for ages. Not that this isnt a recipe for fun, but the familiarity of the beats feels like it couldve taken up less page-space, and kept the story moving. Add to it an epilogue that lays Campbell and Millers secular/non-secular debate out in plain terms, and the heist opener feels more an exception than the rule. Curiosity may carry me to a second issue, but heres hoping for more peak than valley. Read Full Review

Indeed a fresh story, and I like the premise.

Very interesting

Kind of a surprise. I like the Robin Hood aspect mixed with a bit of mystery and crime. This new series feels a little fresher than most new series coming out these days.

Good premise, nice artwork, but the dialog is clunky as hell.