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Jun 08, 2008

Andy rated it:

So Wikipedia tells me that most of the Batman comics I like are what DC calls "Elsewhere" comics, meaning they take place outside of the regular continuity of the DC universe, thus allowing for greater freedom in story telling. But this book is part of the regular DC continuity and it turns out that this is the real Bizarro World, because like a fundamentalist reading the Bible, every word in the text has to be taken as fact, despite having been written by many different men, over the More...

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Aug 22, 2007

Punk rated it:

Graphic Novel. This is exactly the kind of Batman story I like, Batman surrounded by his friends and enemies, chasing after Catwoman, being teased by Nightwing, secretly conspiring with Robin, hanging out with Superman, bizarrely annoying Lex Luthor. The big reveal of the so-called criminal mastermind was from roving, roving left field while at the same time totally flat, but that's okay, I had fun watching Batman get frazzled and scruffy, and the artwork was fantastic, the dark muscular Gotham, More...

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Jan 06, 2012

Shannon rated it:

In this tale Batman suffers a grievous injury that takes him out of Gotham and into Superman's territory where he touches base with an old childhood friend and deals with several major villains of his past. I like how Wayne's character was established. That isn't something done very well in a lot of the other Batman graphic novels. There's an obvious shades of gray as to how matters are resolved a la The Batman Way or The Superman Way. Hardcore critics will take issue with how Batman was injured More...

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Nov 01, 2010

Cameron rated it:

"From Hell" raised my interest in graphic novels, "Batman: Hush, Vol.1" made me a fan of them. I've always been a Batman fan, so it wasn't hard for me to enjoy this. It was really cool to see all of Batman's enemies come together in one ginormous plot to attempt to take him down. With all the enemies coming together it made the story very unpredictable and kept me guessing about who "Hush" really was. This novel really showed the struggles that Bruce Wayne goes thro More...

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Jan 01, 2010

Tim rated it:

The story line on this Gotham City/Metropolis cross-over is, bluntly, conventional, predictable and uninspiring but the book is redeemed by dramatic graphics and superlative inking by Jim Lee and Scott Williams.

The soap opera dynamic between Lois and Superman, Batman and Catwoman and chief villain Poison Ivy backed up by dim-witted Killer Croc is made sexy by some frankly erotic (at points) draughtsmanship.

The creative tension is supposed to be between the 'dark' Batman More...

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Feb 26, 2008

Mikey rated it:

Hush, Vol. 1 is a solid outing by Jeph Loeb, and does a decent job of mixing the gritty realism often found in good Batman stories with the whimsical, polished fancy of many DC comics. The story isn't as focused on Batman's persona as is befitting the best stories about the caped crusader (really, did Superman have to make an appearance?), and it's very, very obvious from the very beginning who Hush is, but this is an enjoyable read.

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Jan 11, 2008

Megan rated it:

I'm not really sure why this story arc was so popular - I think it was mostly due to Jim Lee being the artist. It's an okay Batman story and does further the larger arcs in his life a bit, but it's not exactly worth the hype in my opinion. The major plot points turn on several unrealistic "surprise!" gimmicks; in that respect it's more of a somewhat lame attempt at a big shake-up in the batverse thriller than a solid or intriguing detective story.

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Sep 02, 2010

Tyler rated it:

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Mar 24, 2009

Archie rated it:

This is the first part of Hush. It is done by Jeph Loeb and Jim Lee. It is set in the more "modern" era of the Batman mythology. So in this book, you will find characters such as Nightwing, Robin, and new villians such as Harley Quinn.

Anyway, I prefer more the early mythology of Batman, but I can really appreciate the set up of this novel. The artwork is fabulous, but unfortunately begins to shift in appearance as the read the story.

So yeah, all in all Hush, is More...

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Jan 15, 2009

JD rated it:

Meh. After reading The Dark Knight Returns, Batman: Year One, and the Killing Joke, this book was a disappointment for me. It felt a bit over-stuffed with characters--trying too hard to use as many DC Universe characters as they could. Take it or leave it.

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Sep 21, 2011

Caroline rated it:

Loved the art in here, and the story was solidly entertaining. More Catwoman, who is always a blast for me--I enjoy her moral ambiguity and almost impish personality.

This touches on the reasons why I find Batman such an appealing character...and Superman not. Batman's got some real depth to him, and is willing to get down and dirty to do what's right in the end, plus seeing him take on a super-powered alien with effectively toys and gadgets is pretty damned awesome. Plus, this brings More...

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Jan 17, 2009

Marc rated it:

This could have been better. The ending was pretty predictable...

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Aug 03, 2011

Andrew rated it:

This first half of Hush, feels very much like a first half, having reached nowhere really by the last page apart from having introduced the involvement of the various characters - mainly Catwoman, then Poison Ivy, Superman, Killer Croc and Bruce's childhood friend Tommy Elliott. For me, the epitome of Batman will always be the Giordano and Aparo era, but for all its modernisms, this comes pretty close. Jim Lee's art is fantastic and while the Jeph Loeb story isn't really anything yet in vol1, it More...

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Sep 01, 2011

Jay rated it:

Don't believe the hype.
Although the stunning art and good pacing make for a strong first reading, Hush falls apart on examination. Although lauded for its' twists and turns, this story is little more than a retread of the '90's Knightfall story (Mysterious New Bad Guy: "Say, if we all dogpile on Batman, he'll HAVE to loose, right?" Other Bad Guys: "OKAY!"). Re-readings (especially when paired with Vol. 2...) reveal plot holes that comfortably fit a freight train. Hush is Jep More...

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Oct 12, 2010

Jason rated it:

Jim Lee's Art and Jeph Loeb writing, a stellar combonation. I did think it was a bit much to include nearly every major character in the Batman universe into the mix. It would have been more satisfying to have seen more of less characters. But of course everyone wants to see Lee draw DC, so there you go. But the return of a Lex Lutherian looking Harvey Dent was a nice touch... Two-Face always has the ability to change sides. The potential for Dent to become a REALLY complex character just in More...

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Mar 24, 2008

Sara rated it:

A good read and only slightly predictable.

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Jan 29, 2012

Nicolas rated it:

Cela faisait quelques temps que je n'avais pas lu de Batman, et la sortie de ce recueil proposant une histoire complète m'a donné envie. Bien que je suive pas la continuité de Batman (c'est une histoire qui a été publiée dans le mensuel Batman), j'ai réussi à facilement entrer dans l'histoire, et à suivre cette saga sans temps morts. On y retrouve beaucoup de personnages de l'univers de Batman, mais tous sont facilement identifiables. Les quelques rebondissements proposés sont sympas, parfois pr More...

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Sep 28, 2010

Catherine rated it:

The theme of these three graphic novels is that the art is better than the story. The story of Hush itself is quite engaging. But it's Jim Lee's illustrations that are the highlight of the story. The art and coloring are lush, complex and beautiful. The narration got to be a bit much at times, as if Loeb wanted Bruce to reflect upon every single aspect of his personality. A lot of the narration was well done though and I'd much prefer it to no characterization. Seeing so many characters make cam More...

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May 02, 2011

Jakub rated it:

This is stuff from Loebs golden times before he started take a drugs (Or what the ***** ruined his comics writing talent). He was excelent Batman writer in this times. One of the best ever.
But this isn´t his best Batman book. And I do not think this ever could have such ambitions.
This book is actually a guide to Batmans modern world. And guider isn´t mr.Loeb. But one little Korean guy. Very talented one. Jim Lee is with no doubt in top five of artist who ever painted superheroes comic More...

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Jul 05, 2009

Bruce rated it:

A conspiracy of villains, occasional allies, old acquaintances, and romantic interests seem bent on finally doing in the Batman. And to further confuse things, they appear to keep switching sides, so it becomes difficult to tell friend from foe.

Picture and plot are carefully, artistically composed to display the vitality of about two dozen of DC’s characters as they parade through the story. The series is also drawn, inked and colored in exquisite detail.

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May 22, 2010

Mario rated it:

First of all, the artwork is amazing. I am a Jim Lee fan, and this book shows Gotham in a very different but cool way. The character designs are nice and crisp.An excellent addition for any artists to have in their collections. However, this is a Jeph Leob's 2000s book, one of his better ones, but prepared for hackneyed story devices, characters, and awkward dialogues; but,the mystery is surprisingly well-paced, and it is a page turner.

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Dec 26, 2008

Brandonhess rated it:

The first volume of Hush is one of my favorite Batman Graphic novels yet. Very much enjoyed the art and the writing and felt like it really portrayed well the inner pain and trials Batman is going through in a realistic and gritty way. As well, while I felt there was a bit of an assumption in knowledge by the writers, if seperated from Volume 2, Hush Volume 1 is a great read for any Batman Fan.

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Apr 29, 2009

Charles rated it:

A decent start to the series with some interesting plot development. For the most of it the comic was short and simple, although the conversations were great. I loved this particular segment from Batman, "Criminals by nature, are a cowardly and superstitious lot. To instill fear into their hearts I became a bat. A monster in the night. And in doing so, have I become the very thing that all monsters become... Alone?" Overall a good laid back read, hopefully the next volume will improve More...

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Feb 26, 2011

Deacon Kyle rated it:

I've always loved Jim Lee's art. Joeph Loeb is a brilliant storyteller. The mystery behind the taped man creates for a good page turner. Who is it? Is it someone new? Is it someone old? I also loved the narration by Batman. You got into Batman's head, saw his emotion and his genuine care for his teammates and for his new love ...

An enjoyable read through and through.

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Oct 01, 2009

Frank rated it:

A good Batman tale featuring Catwoman and Poison Ivy. Catwoman ends up on Batman's side after Poison Ivy uses her wiles to make Catwoman steal 10 million dollars for her.
The interaction between thne Bat and the Cat was well done.
The ending with Superman and Batman battling was good.
I likes the art, eve te uses of lightly colored panhels whenh looking at Batman's past.

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Jan 06, 2011

Ishanie rated it:

Loved it! Can't wait to read the next volume. The artwork is fantastic and the story stands alone. I'm an undercover comic book geek and I had to "out" myself with this one! It was great! I do have to agree with some reviewers that the artwork is the real star but the story line does pull you in. If you're a fan of Batman you'll either hate this or love it.

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Jul 07, 2011

Grifonus rated it:

Для меня, это был первый опыт прочтения Бэт-тайтла. О чём не жалею. Тут суть даже не в том "Кто Хаш?" а сама подача материала. Эх... Лучшеб Джэф Лоэб остался в Диэс.
Ну и Джим Ли...талантище конечно же.

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Jun 24, 2009

Eisen rated it:

Alright, so don't judge me. But I LOVE comic books, or rather, GRAPHIC NOVELS. And when it comes to Graphic Novels, the Batman: Hush series is aces. It dives deep into the history and tortured past of one of the most celebrated comic book characters of all time. Also, I would be remissed if I didn't mention that the artwork is AMAZING.

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Dec 29, 2010

Tim rated it:

Fun, enjoyable...definitely reads like a series of monthly comic books (which is a good thing), and i'm always a fan of reinterpretations of some classics from the venerable rogues gallery (i'm looking at you, misshapen Killer Croc).

Way...wayyyyy more enjoyable than that ridiculous Jim Lee/Frank Miller Batman disaster.

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Aug 02, 2011

M rated it:

A star-studded trek down Batman's rogues gallery, Jeph Loeb unites various Batman friends and foes in order to uncover the mystery surrounding new villain Hush. Batman must tackle a mutated Killer Croc, chase down Catwoman, and defeat a Poison-Ivy enthralled Superman while unravelling the mystery behind the bandaged mastermind.

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