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Batman: The Dark Knight Returns by Frank Miller

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thecurseofchris's review against another edition

1.0

I know I'm in the vast, vast majority here, but this was not good. Like at all. The art was clunky, the story was disjointed, and the dialogue was all over the place. I enjoyed Year One but this was the complete opposite.

hardlyworking's review

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adventurous dark slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

factolvictor's review against another edition

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adventurous dark tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

malteliest's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging dark tense slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

Really good action and I enjoy Miller's Artwork in here as well. Carrie Kelley is a great Robin. However I'd loved to have seen Batman a little more as a detective in here, and at some point the Story can drag a little. Issues 1 and 3 are the clear stand outs in my opinion.
Obviously this book was very influential, and it should be held in high regard for it, but the story itself is a little overrated, and the final issue started the (annoying) trend that Batman is basically invincible with enough prep time. However it's still an enjoyable read and essential for every Batman fan.

meganpbennett's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging dark slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

Found the multiple storylines confusing to follow, since there would be a panel or two or three randomly placed within a different storyline. Same with the (apparently) random Superman averting world war three storyline.

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