Catwoman #57

Writer: Tini Howard Artist: Nico Leon Publisher: DC Comics Release Date: September 20, 2023 Cover Price: $3.99 Critic Reviews: 12 User Reviews: 24
6.8Critic Rating
5.3User Rating

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BATMAN/CATWOMAN: THE GOTHAM WAR PART 3! The Gotham War, part three. While Batman finds himself more and more isolated, Selina is never alone. With a volunteer army and two powerful generals by her side, the ballet between her and Bruce enters its next act with a shocking twist.

  • 10
    But Why Tho? - William Tucker Sep 19, 2023

    Catwoman #57 is the best issue of the crossover so far. It’s a character-driven issue that revolves around a fascinating setting. Read Full Review

  • 9.0
    Dark Knight News - Adam Ray Sep 20, 2023

    We've barely started this event and the treachery's running high. Some figures that both Bat and Cat believed to be trustworthy may not be, and with every member of the extended family picking a side, I'd say that Catwoman #57 has lit the spark under the characters to take the "Gotham War from great to truly unforgettable. Read Full Review

  • 9.0
    Geek Dad - Ray Goldfield Sep 19, 2023

    This event could be the shot in the arm Howard needed to take this run to the next level. Read Full Review

  • 7.4
    The Batman Universe - Jamie Remolde Sep 21, 2023

    Catwoman #57 has a beautiful, dark, and stormy art that matches the tone so well. Surprisingly, it's an issue centered around Batman, and there is also another wrench in the form of a villain reveal to contend with. Read Full Review

  • 7.2
    Graphic Policy - Brett Sep 24, 2023

    The end adds a bit of a wrinkle to the story but beyond that, the entry is rather forgettable. Read Full Review

  • 7.0
    ComicBook.com - Jenna Anderson Sep 20, 2023

    All in all, this sets a slightly-higher bar for what the rest of this event has in store. Read Full Review

  • 6.5
    AIPT - Connor Boyd Sep 19, 2023

    Catwoman #57 is another solid, if a bit of a mixed bag, addition to the Gotham War saga. Read Full Review

  • 6.0
    Comic Book Revolution - Kevin Lainez Sep 19, 2023

    Catwoman #57 is the start of the possible turn around the entire Gotham War storyline needed. The story still feels rushed but the introduction of Vandal Savage was a much-needed addition to the story. Hopefully Gotham War focuses more on the strengths shown in Catwoman #57 moving forward. Read Full Review

  • 6.0
    Razorfine - Alan Rapp Sep 28, 2023

    Taking place in part of the ongoing "Gotham War arc, Catwoman continues her bizarre Dickensian plan to solve crime in Gotham with the help of many, many thieves and Red Hood. Read Full Review

  • 5.6
    Comic Watch - Dustin Gebel Sep 20, 2023

    Catwoman #57 is a mixed bag that works as a solid Catwoman story but fails to deliver on the premise of "Gotham War." Howards writing is like a Swiss watch that struggles to capture the explicit tone found in the Batman-led issues. The heist sequences and high society beats are the most natural from the issue and the art channels that sense of fluidity to similar effect. The art also finds itself trapped in that conflicted atmosphere, as the anatomy of Batman feels in sharp contrast to what is on display in Batman. The issue is a disappointing follow-up to a strong opening set of issues, and hopefully, the book can return to the established premise and continue to explore the off-kilter Batman and Catwoman. Read Full Review

  • 5.5
    Weird Science - Gabe Hernandez Sep 21, 2023

    Catwoman #57 is a slightly better issue compared to the previous Catwoman issues, but all focus is on the Gotham War event, which has a broken foundation right from the start. The art is great, and there are one or two interesting developments in this issue, but the central premise is flawed, and the characters act wildly out of character. Read Full Review

  • 3.0
    Batman-News - William Martin Sep 19, 2023

    This comic is integrally tied to an awful event and even if it wasn't, it would still be a pretty weak issue. It's low on content and makes a few moves with characters that throw me off regardless the context of the overall plot. The high points would be the art and some of the better moments of dialogue but neither of these things are particularly impressive either. In the end this is the best The Gotham War has to offer so far and that's unfortunate. Read Full Review

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