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Batman, Volume 3: Death of the Family

Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV, Jonathan Glapion, Greg Capullo, Jock
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Batman, Volume 3: Death of the Family

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Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV, Jonathan Glapion, Greg Capullo, Jock

Batman, Volume 3: Death of the Family

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

176

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Gotham City • Contemporary

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In Batman, Volume 3: Death of the Family, individuals encounter Batman facing a chilling threat from the Joker. The storyline, crafted by Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV, Jonathan Glapion, Greg Capullo, and Jock, explores the Joker’s plan, testing Batman's relationships with his allies while challenging the bonds within his surrogate family.

Dark

Suspenseful

Unnerving

Gritty

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

4.5

24,981 ratings

86%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Batman, Volume 3: Death of the Family is lauded for its intense storytelling and striking artwork. Scott Snyder's narrative explores deep psychological themes, with standout contributions from Greg Capullo's artistic style. However, some critics note that the plot can occasionally feel convoluted. Overall, it's a compelling addition to the Batman series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Batman, Volume 3: Death of the Family?

Fans of psychological thrillers and dark, character-driven narratives will relish Batman, Volume 3: Death of the Family. Readers who enjoyed Alan Moore's Batman: The Killing Joke or Frank Miller's The Dark Knight Returns will appreciate its intense exploration of Batman's complex relationship with the Joker.

4.5

24,981 ratings

86%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

176

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Gotham City • Contemporary

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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