Reviews - Catwoman by Jim Balent, Book Two

I like Catwoman and I'm even a fan of this purple jumpsuit era. This collection is frequently interrupted by Knightfall crossovers, which is a problem. Though I have to admit, I like the weird relationship she has with Jean Paul Valley's Batman. The art lives up to it's reputation and that's a double-edged sword.

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library_jones's review against another edition

3.25

adventurous medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

drtx_bwt's review against another edition

4.5

adventurous funny tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

Content Warnings

amybraunauthor's review against another edition

4.0

Catwoman is my favourite female anti-hero, so it was fun to read some of her earlier stories. Selina is a great character who has come a long way from her origin, and is able to go toe-to-toe with some fierce enemies. This collection mostly focuses on simpler heists and shenanigans involving other thieves and greedy, businessmen.

While I did have a great time reading these stories, I have to confess that it's definitely a victim of that wacky time: the 90's. There was a little more focus on Selina's (admittedly fine) figure, and some of the costumes were just ridiculous. Looking at you, Jean Paul Valley.

Still, I recommend giving this collection a read, as it showcases a strong heroine who takes matters into her own hands and isn't afraid to fight dirty if it means she'll win.

amybraunauthor's review against another edition

4.0

More Catwoman, my favourite anti-hero! I enjoy Selina Kyle's adventures and love to see classics such as these, where all Catwoman did was jump from one thieving job to the next. She's spectacular and in her prime, never needing anyone to help her and fighting to stay alive.

The first story was completely random and threw me off a little bit, but the majority of the stories are fun with snappy one-liners, great action, and Selina Kyle being the feisty queen she is. While each of the stories is still a product of its time, I was still able to see Selina Kyle as the powerful, independent person she is, and look forward to more of her stories in the future!

haunted_air's review against another edition

3.0

I definitely have mixed feelings on this. Some of it is dated and questionable, Selina is sexualized waay to much and the outfit is ridiculous. At the same time, it was a fun read, Selina's character was likeable and far from one note. She also looked great in and out of costume, the art is beautiful. Also, so many cats.

depreydeprey's review against another edition

3.0

When people make fun of the uber cleavage and pin up pose of 1990s super hero comic art Jim Balent's art in Catwoman feels like ground zero. It's still fun but you should know what you are in for.

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