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3.57 AVERAGE
3.57 AVERAGE
I'd say more of a 3.5. An adolescent Bruce Wayne seeking his parents killers. The determination was there, but he was more of a brat than I had expected. The reboot of the Batman story for a new generation was not bad, but I think it could have been a little less of a wink and a nod to the past iterations of the Caped Crusader. Good for younger readers.
Thank you to NetGalley for a free review copy of this.
This is a great introduction to the Batman lore if someone is unfamiliar with it. This would be a great jumping off point for kids to get started reading Batman if they've never read it before. I really liked the dynamic between Bruce, Selina, and Mateo. They all had something different to bring to the friendship and they meshed well with each other. I also enjoyed the storyline. It flowed nicely but not everything was wrapped up in a bow at the end of the story. I think that this book is a great start if you have a kid in your life that wants to get into comics but is daunted by everything that's out there. Highly recommend this for that reason alone, but it is also a great comic.
This is a great introduction to the Batman lore if someone is unfamiliar with it. This would be a great jumping off point for kids to get started reading Batman if they've never read it before. I really liked the dynamic between Bruce, Selina, and Mateo. They all had something different to bring to the friendship and they meshed well with each other. I also enjoyed the storyline. It flowed nicely but not everything was wrapped up in a bow at the end of the story. I think that this book is a great start if you have a kid in your life that wants to get into comics but is daunted by everything that's out there. Highly recommend this for that reason alone, but it is also a great comic.
Thank you to NetGalley for a free review copy of this.
This is a great introduction to the Batman lore if someone is unfamiliar with it. This would be a great jumping off point for kids to get started reading Batman if they've never read it before. I really liked the dynamic between Bruce, Selina, and Mateo. They all had something different to bring to the friendship and they meshed well with each other. I also enjoyed the storyline. It flowed nicely but not everything was wrapped up in a bow at the end of the story. I think that this book is a great start if you have a kid in your life that wants to get into comics but is daunted by everything that's out there. Highly recommend this for that reason alone, but it is also a great comic.
This is a great introduction to the Batman lore if someone is unfamiliar with it. This would be a great jumping off point for kids to get started reading Batman if they've never read it before. I really liked the dynamic between Bruce, Selina, and Mateo. They all had something different to bring to the friendship and they meshed well with each other. I also enjoyed the storyline. It flowed nicely but not everything was wrapped up in a bow at the end of the story. I think that this book is a great start if you have a kid in your life that wants to get into comics but is daunted by everything that's out there. Highly recommend this for that reason alone, but it is also a great comic.
This was a really easy read, and pretty fun. The art was fine, the plot was ok, the characters were cool, and the Alfred-Bruce relationship was pretty emotional. Good way to spend half an hour.
CW: Dead parents, thieves, crime bosses
CW: Dead parents, thieves, crime bosses
adventurous
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an advance copy of this title in exchange for an honest review.
So, I'm kind of a huge Batman fan, not necessarily the movies but for sure the comics and graphic novels. I love this iteration of the Caped Crusader, a teenage Bruce who is yearning for freedom and of course justice for his parent's untimely deaths. When we meet Bruce he is take martial arts classes downtown and trying to escape Alfred's watchful eye, all while dealing out his own sort of justice on the bullies of the neighborhood. As Bruce approaches his 17th birthday, we watch him make friends with Mateo Diaz and Selena Kyle while restoring his dad's old Crusader. Of course we know Kyle as the eventual Catwoman but we get a new spin on her backstory and it's interesting to see the friendship forming between her and Bruce.
Overall, I think this book will appeal to any fans of superheroes or the DC universe, as well as avid graphic novel fans who are looking for adventure in their next read.
So, I'm kind of a huge Batman fan, not necessarily the movies but for sure the comics and graphic novels. I love this iteration of the Caped Crusader, a teenage Bruce who is yearning for freedom and of course justice for his parent's untimely deaths. When we meet Bruce he is take martial arts classes downtown and trying to escape Alfred's watchful eye, all while dealing out his own sort of justice on the bullies of the neighborhood. As Bruce approaches his 17th birthday, we watch him make friends with Mateo Diaz and Selena Kyle while restoring his dad's old Crusader. Of course we know Kyle as the eventual Catwoman but we get a new spin on her backstory and it's interesting to see the friendship forming between her and Bruce.
Overall, I think this book will appeal to any fans of superheroes or the DC universe, as well as avid graphic novel fans who are looking for adventure in their next read.
This graphic novel recreates Bruce Wayne's backstory in a fun, exciting, and different way. People who are very invested in a particular image of Batman may not like this, since the author makes lots of creative choices that aren't in line with typically accepted canon, but I enjoyed this a lot. It's very clever, has great twists, and packs an emotional punch. I especially enjoyed the fresh take on Alfred, and found this engaging from beginning to end.
adventurous
reflective
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
[I received an electronic review copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.]
This was so fun! I loved the Alfred storyline in this - the scapegoat for Bruce's grief, always in the background, hilariously eager when other kids stop by to see Bruce. I enjoyed the ways other DC characters were woven into this story - I hope there will be more books with this collection of characters.
This was so fun! I loved the Alfred storyline in this - the scapegoat for Bruce's grief, always in the background, hilariously eager when other kids stop by to see Bruce. I enjoyed the ways other DC characters were woven into this story - I hope there will be more books with this collection of characters.
Young Bruce Wayne is weeks away from getting his driver's license, and decides to repair his father's classic car, and maybe give it some upgrades, and maybe start calling it the Batmobile. Bruce is tracking a car theft ring, and hoping they will lead to clues about his parents' murders. He is isolated and alone, but as he searches junkyards for replacement parts and tracks the car thefts, he befriends two teens that he is certain he can trust... until he can't.
I loved this graphic novel! Batman has never been my favorite superhero- too dark for me- but I really enjoyed reading about a young Bruce who is just forming his identity as a hero and learning from his early mistakes. Bruce is charming and just so cool. He takes too many risks and has a lot of anger inside though. It was great to see his character growing and developing as he dealt with some of those issues.
I especially loved the scenes with the butler, Alfred. He is so serene and calm. His relationship with Bruce is full of conflict, but eventually Bruce works through his fears, his anxiety, and his rebellion, and the two have a renewed relationship of trust and family love.
I loved the illustrations, and the use of bright and dark colors in the artwork to enhance the mood of each scene. Each character has a distinct look, and I appreciated how expressive their faces are. The art tells the story just as much as the text does. I also appreciate how clear the action scenes are. You can tell very clearly exactly what movements people are making as they chase, fight, and punch each other.
The story line is emotional, mysterious, and full of clues and adventure! I liked the way themes of forgiveness, inner peace, identity, and friendship are incorporated with each relationship and decision that the characters make.
A very cool introduction to Batman's origin story, and I hope there are many more books in this series! This graphic novel is perfect for middle grade and YA readers!
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts, and are not influenced by anyone.
I loved this graphic novel! Batman has never been my favorite superhero- too dark for me- but I really enjoyed reading about a young Bruce who is just forming his identity as a hero and learning from his early mistakes. Bruce is charming and just so cool. He takes too many risks and has a lot of anger inside though. It was great to see his character growing and developing as he dealt with some of those issues.
I especially loved the scenes with the butler, Alfred. He is so serene and calm. His relationship with Bruce is full of conflict, but eventually Bruce works through his fears, his anxiety, and his rebellion, and the two have a renewed relationship of trust and family love.
I loved the illustrations, and the use of bright and dark colors in the artwork to enhance the mood of each scene. Each character has a distinct look, and I appreciated how expressive their faces are. The art tells the story just as much as the text does. I also appreciate how clear the action scenes are. You can tell very clearly exactly what movements people are making as they chase, fight, and punch each other.
The story line is emotional, mysterious, and full of clues and adventure! I liked the way themes of forgiveness, inner peace, identity, and friendship are incorporated with each relationship and decision that the characters make.
A very cool introduction to Batman's origin story, and I hope there are many more books in this series! This graphic novel is perfect for middle grade and YA readers!
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts, and are not influenced by anyone.