Batman #44 gives a peek behind the mask (or veil) of who Selina is and her worldview, while at the same time hints at why she and Batman have played their cat-and-bat game over the years. Read Full Review

If Batman #44 proves anything, its that the Catwoman is never just going to be another Batgirl, Batwoman, or Robin. She is her own force of nature, just like her betrothed and King, Jones, and Janin clearly know it. Seeing how they grow together in marriage and separately as well is going to be fun. Read Full Review

All in all, a perfect chapter in the Batman story. Read Full Review

Mikel Jann and Jolle Jones split the art this week. Jann takes care of the super heroics. Jones covers the dress shopping. Its a good split and each artist is suited for the task at hand. Rarely does one see a split so well done with one comic. Jann is establishing Catwoman as a green-eye person. I love it. Jones Catwoman is silky and well inked. The work would work well in black and white. Read Full Review

These lead-ins to the wedding look to be very special fan service stories. King gets the ball rolling nicely with this clever and fun story that stays true to his starring couple. Read Full Review

This story is a wonderful ode to relationship that Batman and Catwoman have shared over the years. Starting in the 1940s and ending in the present, King highlights many of the major stepping stones shared between the two of them. I can see how this story isn't meant for everyone, since an intimate knowledge of Batman mythology is necessary to fully appreciate it, but as for me, I loved it! Read Full Review

Great dialogue for a very intimate story. Well done all around. Read Full Review

It would be easy to sleep on this issue but I've found it to be one that has remarkable re-reading mileage. A hearty endorsement to grab this one up. Read Full Review

Its a great character study and the perfect next time towards the wedding of the century. Read Full Review

As we build towards the wedding, this book continues to hit on all cylinders. Read Full Review

Batman #44 continues to push the narrative toward the Batman/Catwoman wedding in a quiet, beautifully illustrated and impactful issue that focuses on Selina Kyle and her growing identity crisis. Bat Read Full Review

This book continues to entertain me. I loved the guts that it took to do a full character issue on Selina as we approach her wedding, all without her even saying a word. Read Full Review

King, Jones, and Janin deliver a fun, breezy analysis of Batman and Catwoman. Even though half the comic was silent and the other half were from older comics, none of it comes off as lazy writing. The creative team worked wonderfully in tandem to really display why Batman and Catwoman are good for each other. The present day parts were silly, but the flashback scenes said something more substantial. Read Full Review

Oscillating between continuity throwbacks and a silent nighttime adventure, King's script carries itself with a spring in its step, switching between the two modes as gracefully as Catwoman. Read Full Review

Now, does this mean that there are going to be some wedding hijinks that prevent the pair from having anything close to a traditional ceremony? Sure. It's kind of expected. Does it mean that King and Co. suspect there's a secret collection ofSaved by the Dress fans in theBatman community? Possibly. Or maybe this is our big moment because the church bells will never ring. Read Full Review

At first glance, Batman #44 comes across as a pleasant but fairly unremarkable addition to the series, one that arranges a few pieces leading up to the big wedding. It's only by rereading this issue and directly comparing it to the classic Batman stories it references that it becomes clear how King, Janin and Jones are commenting on the evolution of these characters and superhero comics in general. Read Full Review

Through some impeccable art and poignant characterization, BATMAN #44 brings us into Catwoman's psyche as we take one step closer to one of the most highly-anticipated weddings in comic book history. Read Full Review

Batman #44 is a charming tale of wedding dress shopping. A good writer can make just about anything compelling, and King proves that here. The artistic team show they are now slouches either, earning this comic a recommendation. Give it a read. Read Full Review

Batman #44 is a fun lead up to the main event and its safe to say that there will be more twist and turns and this wedding wont play out the way most people will expect. Some readers may be annoyed that the main title Batman ongoing is practically devoid of its signature action and mystery, but its a nice change of pace and has had some much needed character growth. Itll be interesting to see if this wedding will go down in history as a defining moment in comics or retconned away. Read Full Review

In the end I would say the only downside to this issue is I feel we have read a lot of memories and historical jaunts between Bat and Cat in the pages of King's Batman. This installment however is a lot of fun and I hope we continue to see the art of Joelle Jones because her takes on these characters leap out of the panels. Read Full Review

Though it will never be accused of having the most substantial plot, Batman #44 stands as a loving, well-constructed tribute to the Cat, her history, and her mercurial nature - and the outfits aren't bad, either. Read Full Review

Overall I thought this was a good read. Although there wasn't a threat necessarily for Selina to deal with in this issue, King did a great job with showing how far Catwoman has come as a character over the years. I remember when Batman hardly ever trusted Catwoman, and the times he did, he always had a contingency plan in place just in case she'd betray him. Now things between Bruce and Selina have come full circle"and they both truly trust each other. I can actually say this is one wedding I'm definitely looking forward to. Read Full Review

The artwork for this issue was fantastic. The present and flashbacks were portrayed with different styles, that made the jumps clear (while not having them be jarring). Selena's expressions were probably the highlight of this issue. Though I have to give props to the beauty and intricacy of the dress she ends up with. Read Full Review

"Batman" #44 is a fun, if a bit too brief, romp through the history of Bruce and Selina that says as much about who they once were as it does about who they've become. Read Full Review

Despite the novelty beginning to wear off just a tiny bit, Batman #44 is another much-needed, touching recognition of Batman and Catwoman's storied history together. With the two set to marry in the upcoming Batman #50, I look forward to seeing how King will even further bolster a bond between the two that is the strongest it's ever been. Read Full Review

This was a good issue that was filled with a lot of sweet moments and beautiful artwork. Really, Jolle Jones has been a stellar addition to this creative team. Read Full Review

Quaint little issue about Catwoman picking out a wedding dress. How are we so lucky to get both Joelle Jones and Mikel Janin on art in a single issue? Read Full Review

To see the growth between Batman and Catwoman throughout the years in their different costumes was such a sight to see. We forget how far these characters have come from and Tom King places that nostalgia in a perfect issue. Seeing Selina Kyle now looking for a wedding dress is something many of us thought would never happen, and now we are here geeking out on a wedding that most of us only dreamed about. Can't believe this wedding is truly happened" Batman and Catwoman are getting married; I keep telling myself that hoping it's not a dream and that what we only dreamed of has come true. But if I know Batman and Catwoman, this wedding might not go as planned as they hope it will be. But if everything goes well can't wait to hear those words "I DO." Read Full Review

The story asks the question, "Bride or Burglar?" I think by the end of the tale, right down to the knowing wink from Alfred, that the answer is obvious: She is both. Read Full Review

At the end of the day, it's a fine issue that doesn't necessarily get you over-the-moon for the wedding. The art by Jolle Jones shines here like crazy and she once again proves that she needs to take over a comic series asap. Mikel Janin does some good stuff here too, but I feel like his work is overshadowed by Jones'. I'm still excited about the upcoming installments leading up to the marriage, I just wish this wasn't so stretched out. Read Full Review

This is just another uneventful issue of the series. It reads like a reminder of the two actually being in love, since the series has been so weirdly directionless despite what Tom King wants you to believe. The art is a split for me since Janin's work disappoints. Read Full Review

All in all, Batman #44 feels like an odd filler issue between big moments. We're done with Ivy (thank god), and now we're stuck waiting for the wedding. I'd like it to just show up though, because other than some silent character work with Catwoman, there's no reason to read this one. Read Full Review

While some may like this issue because they're getting all excited about the upcoming wedding and maybe because they like wedding preparations for some reason but this  issue was just another in a long line of boring, underwritten issues that fails to answer any of the lingering questions we have about what's going on in this run of Batman.  The biggest takeaway from this is that you at least have some decent art as Catwoman does her thing throughout the night. Read Full Review

Fantastic issue all around.

I almost think I shouldn't rate this issue until I see what follows. But if, as I expect, it's a stand-alone, I have to praise its originality. The "Bat and Cat through the Ages" was so engagingly creative. Given that their engagement also inspired really thoughtful and interesting things in the Super-friends arc, I have to say that however it turns out for these two it's been good for the readers.

I really enjoyed this issue, which follows Catwoman's search for the perfect wedding dress in a night on the town while Bruce sleeps, juxtaposed with scenes playfully exploring their changing relationship over the years. It's a fun issue, but the showstopper is the art; Joelle Jones beautifully handles the scenes with Catwoman's night, while Mikel Janin does these cool retro scenes that look absolutely great. Sorry, I'm shipping Batman/Catwoman.

Well done.

Great love story with an amazing art. This book is a lot different from what it was when it started, and even from the previous Batman runs, but I am still loving every page.

King writes a good Catwoman. And the art is good as always.

Art is so good. All the flashbacks made me happy :D

I feel spoiled by great issues, and now average/solid issues just feel meh. Joelle Jones' art is so detailed and striking that Janin's (admittedly difficult) task of traversing eras just does not hold up in comparison. I wonder if we will look back at the character nods in this as pivotal.

Welcome to the Oblivion Bar where the first round is on me and the pretzels are free! Be warned: like the pickled eggs at the bar, this issue is going to get SPOILED rotten.

I’m going to start by saying the art was amazing! The art was so good that I felt like you could see details in the leather from the coloring.... just amazing!

So, King writes and issue trying his best to summarize possibly 70 years of the Bat and Cat relationship. We see the back and forth between the two throughout the years and how their relationship has truly been their all this time. It kind of makes you wonder why a wedding has never happened before now.

My problem with the issue is not the writing or art at all. It’s the placement of this story. The Ivy arc ends, which in my opinion attempted to silence King haters and Ivy followers. And, ends disappointingly, in my opinion, with little action. Now, we get this story, which I feel is great, but also timed with little action. So, I feel like we’ve had about two to three issues without anything happening.

Something needs to happen already. Where is the fireworks factory? Is it the wedding? If so, give it to me next issue already. Or, give me some excitement, some action, some flare!

The issue itself, was again great. It was a good prelude to the wedding AND if we just had an action packed arc, this would have been a great fill in. Probably raise my score a bit. Honestly, I feel like Joelle’s art actually told more of the story for me than King’s writing. Again, words can’t explain how amazing her art is!

As a stand-alone, it’s a must read. As part of the overall story and flow with what we’ve got so far, it didn’t give much other than showing their relationship throughout the years and show us that their are certain things that Selena will never be able to let go, even when it comes to her wedding. more

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In this issue we have two artists on board. Joelle Jones on Selina and Mike Janin on flashback sequences. Both of them are doing terrific job. I can't get enough of Joelle Jones' Catwoman.

As for the story. In the part set in the present Catwoman is "shopping" for a wedding dress and it is great. There is no words, but we get to see Selina be herself away from Batman. Not to mention that sweet little moment between her and Alfred.
Flashback sequences on the other hand are supposed to show the evolution of the relationship between Batman and Catwoman. But for me they're a series of random and abrupt scenes devoid of context, that instead clearing things up just confuse.

Tom Kings take on Batman has its ups and downs, but right now it has more ups so I remain hopefull and look forward to the wedding. more

So fitting that Saga #50 came out with the notion that an anniversary issue is just a number. With Batman the slog is on to reach that magical #50 and it's dragging down this book. I'd love to see more one shots like we did with issue #38 "The Origin Of Bruce Wayne"

The art is fantastic, but the story really isn't there. The build-up to the wedding was already done brilliantly in the SuperFriends arc. Hopefully #45-49 have either completely unrelated storylines or setup a nerve wracking scenario for the actual wedding day.

Hoping things pick up, but for now when Batman shows up on my pull list it usually lays around my house for a few days before reading.

I don't know... Catwoman blows stuff up and remembers times from her past while Batman sleeps then she gets back into bed?

I honestly don't think Tom King knows how to write anymore. Great art tho!

Tom King's recurring delirium. 6 is for the amazing art.

Can issue #50 get faster so I can drop this title already. All the Marvel hate and this series gets praised to the moon. Another issue with great art and an extremely underwhelming story.

Wake me up when Bruce finally wakes up. Nice art.

King sure is taking his time to set up the wedding we all wait for. And while this issue doesn't push the action and narrative forward, it wouldn't be a bad filler... If only the series wasn't pretty stagnant already, after three part Everyone Loves Ivy mini arc.
I don't mind occasional atmospheric slowdowns instead of non stop action, but it's time something important to happen for a change. Let the wedding begin!

The story reads mostly like filler to me. Not much actually happens and most of it feels out of character for everyone but Catwoman. King and Janin sell some sex with an undressed Catwoman. We keep talking about the crazy timelines and mutliple continuity issues that is Batman and Catwoman but that is about it. I didn't understand what I was supposed to get from this issue. The super detective ninja Batman appearntly is a hard sleeper. Alfred seems to have some moral flexibility with stealing a dress. The issue is just more filler until we get the wedding. I wish King would do more with this story then a say yes to the dress episode. The art is cool though and it got me to give an extra point to a book I really didn't like much at all.

Beautiful artwork and a love letter to Zzzzzzzzzz.... Remember when Batman was a detective?

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Br'er Lapin AKA 20-Ish Ceiln - Apr 8, 2018

How does an issue about Catwoman not make Batman a Detective?

DDJamesB - Apr 9, 2018

I think that's what he's trying to say. This is a batman book not a catwoman romance novel.

myconius - Apr 17, 2018

remember when Batman actually had good writing?

Synthozoid - Dec 23, 2018

remember when myconius actually commented on my reviews? before he blocked himself? those were the days

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Art-great
Nostalgia-great

Story- non-existent

Tom king, leave this title already. So many pointless stories recently. Im beginning to loose hope for the stories tout come.

First off, I loved the matching covers but otherwise the book was a disaster. The catowman story was okay but not exactly worth half an issue, but the other scenes of their past mixed in just felt out of place and made for a nothing story essentially. Jolelle Jones’ artwork was on point as always, but Janin was heavily reliant on 3-D models which just made the poses look awful, he can and has done much better work

Boring

Well Tom King remains to coast his way on this book. Under written and boring as hell. The art is nice at least. I can complain all I want but it seems people still enjoy this book somehow. Remember the good old days when Batman was a detective and a badass? The Dark Knight is more like the cuck Knight at the moment.

Catwoman looks for a wedding dress and has some flashbacks to her and the Bat, using different costumes. That’s it. That’s all.

WHY would Selina Kyle, a master thief need to use explosives to infiltrate a frigging store???

shoehorned flashbacks with very out of place costumes from past eras.
if Selina is wearing her classic Golden Age Catwoman costume then shouldn't Dick Grayson have been wearing the Pixie boots?

this series is really dragging it's feet to get to the wedding already.