Below you will find brief descriptions of this week’s comics along with the ratings. Below the main TBU titles will be the DC Universe specific titles that feature characters from The Batman Universe. Rather than giving in-depth reviews of those titles, we will be describing what happens in the book involving TBU characters and how it possibly impacts the story.
Main TBU Books
Catwoman Annual #1: After teaching a group of women the tricks of the trade, Catwoman finds herself in the middle of a murder/suicide case. -Andy 4/5
Detective Comics Annual #2: After seeing a copycat of an old villain, Bruce goes back to his Black Casebook for clues on who this mysterious new foe is. -Tony 2/5
Secondary TBU Books (non-continuity/digital firsts)
Batman: Last Knight on Earth #1: Batman tries to get his bearings in a post-apocalyptic world with nothing but an old Batsuit and Joker’s talking head in a jar to help him. -Adil 4.5/5
Main DC Universe Books
Dog Days of Summer #1: The DC Universe celebrates both summer and pets as this special tells eight animal-themed stories featuring a cast of DC’s animal characters. -Paul 2.5/5
Doomsday Clock #10: Dr. Manhattan’s actions that led to the changes in the universe are revealed, as he takes a moment to remember all of his memories from the first time he arrived in DC’s multiverse. -Jessica 4/5
Heroes in Crisis #9: Wally West tries to come to terms with what has happened and gets a little help from some friends. -Adil 3.5/5
Superman: Leviathan Rising #1: As dark forces gather around him, Superman decides to allow himself to be kidnapped…with unexpected results! -Ian 3.5/5
Secondary DC Universe Books (involving TBU appearances and cameos)
None this week
TBU Trade and Hardcover Release List
Batman: Hush DC Essential Edition TPB
Legends of the Dark Knight: Michael Golden HC
DC Super Hero Girls: Spaced Out TPB