A review by ehmannky
The Oracle Code by Marieke Nijkamp, Manuel Preitano

mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I am consistently impressed by the young adult DC Graphic Novel line up. I liked this look at Barbara Gordon becoming Oracle, one that is not intrinsically tied to Batman and Joker's mutual obsession, and I thought it gave the character a little room to stand on her own. It's a good read, with a solid mystery at its core and a nuanced portrayal of disability. 

Also 10/10 for showing the villain as someone obsessed with trying to *cure* disability instead of working to make the world accessible and 10/10 for showing that the ones to take him down were the disabled kids they were victimizing. 
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