Scan barcode
A review by amothersmusings1
Gotham: Dawn of Darkness by Jason Starr
5.0
I've been an avid fan of Batman now since the early 1970's with the TV series starring Adam West (I'm showing my age here) and absolutely love the more recent fantastic, dark and twisted 'Gotham'. When I found out there was a book "Gotham - Dawn of Darkness" written by Jason Starr and is the official prelude based on this latest TV series then I just had to read it.
As soon as you start reading this straight away you can hear the voices of the fantastic actors in the show - it's impossible not to - but for me this seriously adds to the reading enjoyment. It's like reading but watching the story unfold in your head with such clarity and imagery. The author has captured these characters spot on perfect - my favourite Harvey Bullock is just first class - a laid back, womanising mans man with classic banter. Another character that is written perfect is the Wayne's butler Alfred whose British mannerisms are just brilliant.
All the regular characters are here, Bruce, Nygma, Cobblepot, Fish, Hugo Strange.........all adding to an exciting and thrilling book. 5 huge stars!!
If you haven't watched the series this is still an outstanding book to read, easy to follow - I mean who doesn't know the Batman story? - an excellent storyline that keeps you hooked from the first page which is fast-paced, highly riveting and a absolute page turner. Like I mentioned this is the prelude to the series so you learn more about young Bruce, his parents, Wayne Enterprises and events running directly up to and including Thomas and Martha's murder.
Jason Starr is a very talented and imaginative writer and for Gotham/Batman fans this is the ultimate read! Highly recommended, this a huge 5 star book for me!!!
As soon as you start reading this straight away you can hear the voices of the fantastic actors in the show - it's impossible not to - but for me this seriously adds to the reading enjoyment. It's like reading but watching the story unfold in your head with such clarity and imagery. The author has captured these characters spot on perfect - my favourite Harvey Bullock is just first class - a laid back, womanising mans man with classic banter. Another character that is written perfect is the Wayne's butler Alfred whose British mannerisms are just brilliant.
All the regular characters are here, Bruce, Nygma, Cobblepot, Fish, Hugo Strange.........all adding to an exciting and thrilling book. 5 huge stars!!
If you haven't watched the series this is still an outstanding book to read, easy to follow - I mean who doesn't know the Batman story? - an excellent storyline that keeps you hooked from the first page which is fast-paced, highly riveting and a absolute page turner. Like I mentioned this is the prelude to the series so you learn more about young Bruce, his parents, Wayne Enterprises and events running directly up to and including Thomas and Martha's murder.
Jason Starr is a very talented and imaginative writer and for Gotham/Batman fans this is the ultimate read! Highly recommended, this a huge 5 star book for me!!!