Scott Snyder has written some exceptional Batman comics. This is not one of them. Nick Dragotta does a pretty good job with the art, he definitely has a unique style. I feel like I have read this before, however. I think it was called The Dark Knight Returns by a guy called Frank Miller, which was fantastic. This seems like the same recipe only Bruce Wayne is young instead of old. Also, I don’t feel as though we got to know much about Bruce Wayne/Batman in this issue. It mostly takes place through the eyes of Alfred, which is not all that interesting. I was kind of wondering what was up with the big blocky bat on his chest. Though the reveal was not all that interesting. Will I buy issue 2? Most likely, but this title is on a short leash for me. It is definitely readable but not a unique take on the character. more