Batman 89: Echoes #3 is filled with twists and turns as the mysteries begin to unravel. We are introduced to new characters who appear in this universe for the first time. However, the payoff many fans have been waiting for, of the aforementioned characters to formally transform into their classic aliases, has yet to occur. Although the pacing is still kind of slow, it reimagines many characters in fresh new ways, fitting well into the Michael Keaton Batman universe. Read Full Review

Batman '89: Echoes #3 is finally paying off some of its plots in a gratifying way. Its lack of a coherent overall villain plan and minimal action scenes can test readers' patience. However, the characterization, mysteries, and wonderful art still make Echoes a worthwhile read. Read Full Review

The problem with Batman '89 Echoes actually stems from issues that are not really apparent on the page. The lack of a proper schedule kills any momentum for a book that really isn't treading any new ground. Personally, this isn't that bad a story; there is a lot to like about the art, and I'm mildly interested in seeing what happens next. But as of now, nothing in the story has failed to convert this book from 'mild' to 'must read' for me. Read Full Review

Much of Batman '89: Echoes #3 is spent on a flashback explaining how Bruce Wayne found himself in Arkham Asylum impersonating Firefly. However, this story is moving at such a crawl, with such little forward momentum, that it's hard to appreciate it now moving backward. Read Full Review

Batman '89: Echoes #3 has a little oomph at the end, but overall, this series continues its slow, plodding, exposition-heavy trek to nowhere. Read Full Review