When all is said and done, Batman The Detective #2 builds its story in some great ways. It delivers a wonderful balance of fun, theatrics, and action. Between the rediculously good quality of this book and how personal the plot continues to be for our hero, I find this book moving up in the list of my current favorites. Read Full Review

In the space of two issues we've traveled through the UK, and into France. Where will this road-trip take us next? Book me a ticket, as this could be the only international journey any of us could be taking this year. Read Full Review

It'll be interested in seeing how this all comes together as Taylor and Kubert are unraveling a big mystery that is smartly and skillfully coming together. Read Full Review

Additionally, his technique is outstanding. From flashbacks that blur into the present to graphic gunshot wounds, Kubert strategically places his illustrations in such a way that ushers the reader through the story with ease. Before you know it, the issue is done due to his style that feels almost like a movie causing your eyes to blaze through the narrative. I recommend a thorough reread to catch all the extra details hidden in the background of the panel or scene. Read Full Review

It's more intimate, less epic than Taylor's usual stand-alone miniseries, but just as compelling so far. Read Full Review

A fantastic blend of noir-like darkness and Ripperesque reconnaissance, this issue understands what it means to be Batman, The Detective.  Read Full Review

Detailed drawings and bold, dark, color filled palates encompass this issue. The action scenes are very well done and interesting. I found myself completely engaged in the world of the story. Read Full Review

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Batman: The Detective continues to be a masterclass in visual storytelling. The opening Big Ben interrogation is proof of that. There's also an interesting mystery afoot with story seeds being planted that you can already tell will pay off later. Read Full Review

In an issue filled with interesting locales and travel companions, The Detective #2 promises readers that there is plenty to be discovered in this thrilling new conspiracy caper. Read Full Review

Batman: The Detective #2 is a gorgeous book with unique characters and an original setup but it lacks emotional weight or a sense of stakes. When you add in a nonsensical plot contrivance, this second issue feels disconnected and gives you nothing to care about. The score will be higher than you might expect based purely on the strength of the art. Read Full Review

I am really enjoying this batman story. I stopped reading batman partway through Kings run but kept tabs on how things were and this series got my attention. It's been well worth it so far. I have wanted a good detective story from batman for a while and so far this is hitting the spot.

The art is fantastic. It always great to see anything Kubert draws.

Minor gripe though... We have year old Squire... And the adults in the room are okay with that. The people who are suppose to be heroes. I also don't like how it's another story referring to an abusive foster home. Really the vast majority of foster parents are wonderful people but it seems every story demonizes foster care. I don't mind the teen superhero thing, even the ones without powers, but I struggle to think of the heroes being okay with bringing a slightly trained 14 year old into a gun fight. Especially Batman with what's going on in urban legends, specifically not wanting another Robin. (Another story of not trusting foster care also...)

I know most I wrote was about a minor point but I felt a little like ranting. It's a seriously good comic with the one bit I didn't like as mentioned. more

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Sollywoods - May 13, 2021

It should read "we have 14 year old Squire", I left out the 14 and didn't catch it.

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Great story, characterization and artwork from Andy Kubert.

These composite Batmen really make me think they are the real deal with the way Kubert is drawing this.
Kubert stays showing off his chops here, while the story from Taylor feels a little heavy on backstory. Hopefully the buildup is over so next issue we can get into the meat & potatoes.
The death of the stooges are straight out of a noir novel and I am looking forward to learning the motivations of this copycat terrorist group.
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This was okay! Maybe a little too much stuff?

A decent issue with good art. I'm not real keen on the idea of the bad guys being a bunch of nutcases in Batsuits (Been there, done that-several times), but the story is basically a pretty good read. I still expect this series to get more interesting in time.
As for Squire, I suppose this is the latest of the rapidly growing list of additions to the Batman universe. Why do I have a feeling 2021 will be looked at as the year constant new characters were introduced?
I hope this series runs smoothly without going on 2 or 3 month hiatus between issues as Batman mini-series tend to do these days. When that happens the story gets forgotten and when it resumes it's hard to stay interested. Usually 6 months is all I can stand of sitting through a single story (Ah, for the days of simple 2 and 3 part stories....).
I do have to add as well I will be waiting to see how Ducard survives (I've read the Previews, so it's obvious he does). more

Solid story & artwork from Taylor & Kubert. I like the overcoat look for Batman by Kubert. Who is the lady leader & the big guy in Equilibrium? Someone we've seen before with an axe to grind? Stay tuned.

Too short; RIP Ducard and Kubert's artwork is carrying this book.

The idea behind the villains is great, but it's like Calendar Man, a great idea, but it's hard not to make it look goofy. However I like the take on Henry.

Kubert's art is always weird for me, in some pannels he is doing a great job, in another he is terrible. However there is a lad that has been doing a great job, whoever is in charge of the colors is killing it.