marpesea's review against another edition
2.0
This one wasn't a good fit for me. I don't know enough of the Batman mythology to be invested in the characters (which Robin did what?) and the art left a lot to be desired. Some of the panels were dynamic, but the women characters (and there were so many!) were almost universally drawn in anatomically impossible and hyper-sexualized poses.
abdus's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
nickdleblanc's review against another edition
3.0
It was fine. Overrated. The other Loeb stories are better.
beardedbarista's review against another edition
5.0
its Batman
its awesome... nuff said.
This book has just about all the epic battles one could ever want all wrapped up in one. Now I will hae to collect these comics individually. Jim Lees art is by far the best of Batman art and the story was just great!
its awesome... nuff said.
This book has just about all the epic battles one could ever want all wrapped up in one. Now I will hae to collect these comics individually. Jim Lees art is by far the best of Batman art and the story was just great!
mandler_'s review against another edition
4.0
This was a first for me - reading a graphic novel/comic. I really enjoyed it. It was hard to get into at first, since it kind of jumps around and it doesn't have much depth to it, but after talking with the friend that recommended it to me and lent the copy to me, I found myself pulled into the story and imagining each panel as if I were in the room with Batman, Robin, Catwoman, Superman and all the others in this book.
writersrelief's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Written by Jeph Loeb and illustrated by Jim Lee with colors by Alex Sinclair and inks by Scott Williams, BATMAN: HUSH is a best-selling graphic novel from DC Comics and an epic crime thriller. The story follows Batman as he tries to uncover the identity of the villain Hush, a mastermind who uses Batman’s rogue’s gallery in an attack on Batman and his city.
If you’re new to reading Batman comics, Hush gives you a lot of bang for your buck. The script by Jeph Loeb gives superstar artist Jim Lee the opportunity to depict a “who’s who” of Batman villains and allies. Batman faces off with villains like Killer Croc, Poison Ivy, the Joker, and some unexpected opponents like…Superman? Loeb demonstrates a great understanding of Batman and his cast of characters and creates a story that puts them all to great use.
BATMAN: HUSH delivers plenty of mystery, action, murder and even romance. Hush isn’t your typical Batman villain. Jeph Loeb sets Hush up as a genuine challenge for the Dark Knight, his secret identity, Bruce Wayne, and those he cares for most. Batman is put through the gauntlet as he tries to keep up with Hush.
BATMAN: HUSH collects Batman #608-619 as well as the 6-page segment from Wizard #0 and a 2-page origin story that originally appeared at dccomics.com. What sets BATMAN:HUSH apart from other Batman stories is how much quality it packs into its storytelling. Loeb crafts a complex adventure, and Lee elevates it in a way that few other artists could. The story makes Batman question who he can trust, particularly Catwoman. You may look at Batman in a new way after seeing the character put to the test in this truly epic adventure.
isacivan's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
furythephoenix's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars.
Look, I hate to only give 3 stars for a comic I genuinely enjoyed. BUT - I am a bit disappointed that the titular character, Hush, was essentially reduced to a gimmick with an overly complicated, inorganic sojourn through already well-worn territory. (Somebody mad at Bruce/Batman, dresses us to get Revenge, does so in over-the-top fashion.) I was actually looking forward to a more grounded villain, to be honest - I had such high expectations given the way Hush was represented in the Batman Arkham video game series.
Don't get me wrong: I still enjoyed this; and perhaps I'm expecting too much from a Batman comic. But I think the cheese factor has overstayed its welcome in comic books. I can accept the more fantastical aspects of Batman when my disbelief is suspended with some solid grounding, but sadly this left me wanting in that department.
Still give it a read, you might like it more than I did.
Look, I hate to only give 3 stars for a comic I genuinely enjoyed. BUT - I am a bit disappointed that the titular character, Hush, was essentially reduced to a gimmick with an overly complicated, inorganic sojourn through already well-worn territory. (Somebody mad at Bruce/Batman, dresses us to get Revenge, does so in over-the-top fashion.) I was actually looking forward to a more grounded villain, to be honest - I had such high expectations given the way Hush was represented in the Batman Arkham video game series.
Don't get me wrong: I still enjoyed this; and perhaps I'm expecting too much from a Batman comic. But I think the cheese factor has overstayed its welcome in comic books. I can accept the more fantastical aspects of Batman when my disbelief is suspended with some solid grounding, but sadly this left me wanting in that department.
Still give it a read, you might like it more than I did.
emsemce123's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
I'm biased on this one because I am admittedly- a Jim Lee fan boy and I'll always love his artwork on Batman. Jeph Loeb wrote Long Halloween and Dark Victory and I wouldn't call this a follow-up it does take place in the same continuity. You prolly don't have to but I would recommend reading those first to get a better appreciation, and Death in the Family too, which even I haven't read but know what that particular storyline is about. Again, not necessary but recommended. This story pulls a little all over the Batman lore and world and in doing so it feels like it both enriches and degrades the overall mystery trying to be told. Don't expect the grounded grittiness of Loebs previous works on the character, this is more in line with typical comic story-telling, with tons of twists and turns throughout, it's great to see the thread of thinking in Batman, the detectives mind, and all the places it goes to, but feels like the main mystery gets sidelined to cram as many villains, characters, nods and Easter eggs to other things than solving what it's setting up. Characters get introduced just to propel the plot forward but there's never any agency to them individually, save for Catwoman who has reasons for sticking around, every other character feels like part-time players and once their role is done its like they vanish completely from the story. Hush is an interesting villain and that's the one I want to know more about but I didn't get that chance.
genmegusta's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0