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Batman: Nightwalker

(DC Icons #2)

Marie Lu (Goodreads Author)

3.74 · Rating details · 10,512 ratings · 2,333 reviews

The highly anticipated coming-of-age story for the world's greatest super hero: BATMAN by the # 1 New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu.

Returning home from his lavish eighteenth birthday party, Bruce Wayne stops a criminal's getaway - disobeying the police and crashing his car during the chase.

Sentenced to community service in Gotham City's Arkham Asylum, ...more

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Published January 4th 2018 by Penguin (first published January 2nd 2018)

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Jun 28, 2017 Emily May rated it liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: 2017, arc, young-adult, fantasy

“You have a heavy heart, for someone with everything.”

It is these kind of books that perfectly fit the awful (and unhelpful) three star rating. Batman: Nightwalker is a completely fine, average, easy and forgettable read.

It is reasonably well-written, as we would expect from Marie Lu, but I would point new readers towards her The Young Elites or Warcross before urging them to read this one. This new stream of superhero fiction - and we can expect more in 2018 - caters to current market trends, but it's difficult to write a new story ...more

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Sep 23, 2018 Miranda Reads rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: audiobook

The darkness was his ally, not his enemy.

Whoa Nelly, back up comic books cause Marie Lu has completely revamped this genre.

A teenage Bruce Wayne must deal with:

A) the family fortune
B) his blooming company
C) friendships falling out
D) the cell of Nightwalkers terrorizing the city

All without losing his mind or failing classes.

Bruce watched his friend go. Then he glanced at Alfred. "We need to make a pit stop."
"Where?"
"WayneTech."
Alfred shot him a wa

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Jul 14, 2017 Melissa ♥ Dog/Wolf Lover ♥ Martin rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: fantasy-all, young-adult, own

UPDATE: $1.99 Kindle US 4/4/19

Yes!!! I loved it!

This is about Bruce who is about to turn 18. He's going to be rich. He has his team that are building things. He takes martial arts. He has Alfred. He has friends. And he's starting to have a purpose in life.

When Bruce helps out the police stopping one of the villains in the Nightwalkers gang, well he has to do community service for helping by crashing his car and what not. A simple thank you would suffice!

He ends up cleaning floors at Arkham Asylum. This i ...more

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Mar 31, 2016 Natalie Monroe rated it it was ok · review of another edition

Shelves: boooring, when-sparks-don-t-fly, insta-love-add-water, cheesy-cheesy-cheesy, met-in-real-life, get-a-life-pixie-girl, not-as-good-as-i-expected

"Was he good? He had hurt those he loved before; he had disobeyed orders a hundred times over."

Me in response:

Batman, as we all know, is one of the most morally grey superheroes out there. Practically every incarnation of the Caped Crusader inevitably ends up knee-deep in a moral dilemma, struggling to define justice, wrestling with his inner demons, or likely all three at once. Gotham City doesn't have a prison; it has Arkham Asylum, representati ...more

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Jan 24, 2018 Khurram rated it really liked it

I did like this story, I would have given it 3.5 stars but thought is deserved a round up. Though I cannot say if this was because of my bias of Batman being my one of favorite characters of all time. Though this is also the reason I would take off at least one star. As good as the story is this is Bruce Wayne's story, this is not quite an origin but a before he was Batman story.

One of the things that made Batman different from almost every other character is Superman take off his ca I did like this story, I would have given it 3.5 stars but thought is deserved a round up. Though I cannot say if this was because of my bias of Batman being my one of favorite characters of all time. Though this is also the reason I would take off at least one star. As good as the story is this is Bruce Wayne's story, this is not quite an origin but a before he was Batman story.

One of the things that made Batman different from almost every other character is Superman take off his cape and put on the glasses and lives his life as Clark Kent, Spider-man hangs up the mask and faces his unsuccessful attempt to be Peter Parker (I am talking new Marvel Universe Parker here), but Batman is the true identity Bruce Wayne is a resource for him. It is sometimes said Bruce "died" the day his parents did and the creature of vengeance that is Batman took over and everything in his life since them about his mission to stop crime. On the other hand it has also been argued could Bruce Wayne do a better job then Batman, better funding/equipping the GCPD (Gothem City Police Depaetment), or the city in general to remove the root of the problem. This story seems to take the latter apporach, as Bruce has grown up (he is 18 at the start of the book), as a pretty much well adjusted young man. Haunted by the death of his parents but not driven/obsessed by it.

The parts of the book that were done very well is book showed Bruce's intelligence. He is not just some rich kid getting by on his parents money, going to the best schools because of his family name he is an intelligent young man (still a little naive) doing well at school and shouldering the responsibilities of his company, with good people to help him. He is not as well trained as a fighter, but he has great instincts when threatened he does not flinch away from danger but moves towards it. There some familiar characters and couple of new ones, but I was surprised how little Alfred was used in the book.

This is a good modernization of a story taking a different direction to the traditional Batman. It fits in perfectly in the modern world. If I am being honest I thing this story would have suited Terry McGinnis more then Bruce Wayne, especially with Technology making up for training (though as Bruce has gotten older he has had to put more tech in his suit to compensate). However it is a likable and a good story, but it needed Batman!!! I did find it funny in the acknowledgments page the author said part of the reason she wrote this is because she could say "I am Batman", but she does not write it in the book, actually Batman is not mentioned in the whole book apart from the title. This story is more White Knight then Dark Knight but good. ...more

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Dec 19, 2018 ☆High Lady of The Night Court☆ rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: fantasy-read

"Fear clears the mind. Panic clouds it."

This book is exactly what I expected from this series. I have previously expressed my displeasure with the execution of the last book in my review of Wonder Woman:Warbringer as the book felt dragged out and most of the plot happened at the end of the book, but this book was everything I hoped in terms of writing, plot, and characters.

Marie Lu strikes again with her amazing execution of a rather perfect retelling of Batman. I have been fascin "Fear clears the mind. Panic clouds it."

This book is exactly what I expected from this series. I have previously expressed my displeasure with the execution of the last book in my review of Wonder Woman:Warbringer as the book felt dragged out and most of the plot happened at the end of the book, but this book was everything I hoped in terms of writing, plot, and characters.

Marie Lu strikes again with her amazing execution of a rather perfect retelling of Batman. I have been fascinated with Marie Lu’s writing ever since I read The Young Elites (and yes, I have yet to read the Legend trilogy) and the writing of this book had all the dark allure of Gotham with a rather charming version of 18 year old Bruce Wayne.

The gist of the book is that a criminal group called the Nightwalkers are killing the high class personalities of Gotham and stealing all the money to their name supposedly in order to give back to the poor and end tyranny. And of course Bruce Wayne is on the list. As the blurb says after an unfortunate run in with the police bruce has to do community service at the Arkham Asylum which hold all the worst criminals in Gotham. In Arkham, Bruce meets Madeline Wallace, who happens to be the most scarily beautiful girl with a penchant for slitting throats (also a part of the Nightwalkers).

The infatuation that we all know will ensue takes place and even that is written very well, without overtaking the plot or making the impossible possible in a cliche that would have bored us all to death. Madeline is a very mysterious person with all the charm in the world, but she refuses to speak a sentence without twisting to the stars and back and admits to not being trustworthy, confusing poor Bruce way more than he deserves. The chemistry between them is undeniable but it might just be a relationship that has no way of working out.

As expected from Marie Lu, the plot was written flawlessly. Every inch of every chapter had something to add the book and nothing was done without any reason. All the characters in the book added complexity to both Gotham city and to Bruce Wayne’s world.
We see Bruce deal with being stuck in the spotlight ever since he was a child and watching him cope with that reveals a different side of Batman that we never really got to see in the movies. We see him deal with having his every move tracked and judge by cameras and we also get to see it overwhelm him.

I loved revisiting Alfred in this retelling because, come on, what’s not to love about Alfred. We only see him a few times in the book but we do get to see him act as not only Bruce’s guardian but also one of Bruce’s friend’s guardian because his father is not a good man. We see him attend Bruce’s Graduation and it is adorable.

Alfred frowned at him. "Where do you inherit all this sarcasm from, Master Wayne?"
"I don't know." Bruce learned forward and hung an arm over the side of Alfred's seat. "Maybe it's from you."
"Me? Sarcastic?" Alfred sniffed, the barest hint of a smile appearing on his lips. "It's as if you think I'm British."
Despite the long day, Bruce couldn't help but grin at the retort."

I loved everything about it and promptly finished it in one sitting. I would recommend reading this even if you hated the last one as they are completely detached. I give this book 5 stars. ...more

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Mar 31, 2016 Adam Silvera marked it as to-read · review of another edition

HERE FOR THIS, MARIE LU!

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Jan 22, 2018 Lola rated it liked it

Shelves: 2018-publications, action

This is not an important story, because this is not the story of how Bruce Wayne became Batman.

That story already exists.

But this an interesting moment in Bruce’s life. This is his coming of age, and an account of the first time his heart blossoms for someone.

This is also the first time he realizes how much Gotham City needs—and deserves—protecting. It’s his home, and so, his being involved in the Nightwalker issue is sudden, accidental, not quite realistic… but nothing if not necessary.
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Jan 26, 2018 may ❀ rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: 200-pgs, series, aaaaaaaaaa, look-at-that-beauty, my-heart, ded, male-pov, audiobook, bye, standalones

growing up with older brothers means:
1. always having someone to drive you around
2. being perpetually obsessed with superheros (mainly batman) until like the age of 14

I think I was a batman stan from the very beginning (superman is so boring and predictable, fite me on this
(ง •_•)ง) so I was SUPER excited and also terrified to read this book. Thank goodness marie lu is a queen and loves to slay my existence

- This book was a precursor to bruce wayne’s life //before// he took on t ...more

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Oct 20, 2017 Chelsea Humphrey rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Recommended to Chelsea by: Random House Reader's Circle (RHRC)

Shelves: from-publisher

But looking out, all he saw was an ocean of light, the shimmering heart of Gotham City spread out before him. He didn't know everything his future held for him, not yet, but he knew that whatever it was, it would remain here.

It looked like a place worth protecting.

It looked like home.

It's rare that I start reviewing with a quote pulled directly from the last page of a book, but in this case I found it appropriate for multiple reasons. First, this book is nothing new; But looking out, all he saw was an ocean of light, the shimmering heart of Gotham City spread out before him. He didn't know everything his future held for him, not yet, but he knew that whatever it was, it would remain here.

It looked like a place worth protecting.

It looked like home.

It's rare that I start reviewing with a quote pulled directly from the last page of a book, but in this case I found it appropriate for multiple reasons. First, this book is nothing new; we all know the basics of the Batman saga, and for those like me who are limited to just the simplest of details, you will find this book more enjoyable than those fully educated in the comic series. Second, because we are mostly told in the jacket cover what's going to happen in this book, I'm not spoiling anything. We all know who Bruce Wayne grows up to be and so it's all hunky dory and fine.

Maybe it was a case of perfect timing, but I had an absolute blast reading this novel! I picked this up right in the middle of moving house, as I knew I needed something to keep me entertained but that would expect little to no engagement from myself in the process. This. Was. Perfect. I didn't have to work at solving a mystery; I was able to just mosey on along with Bruce Wayne via Marie Lu's imagination. I'm a sucker for delving into characterization from multiple author's viewpoints which may be why this appealed to me. It's almost a comparison of "What did she think vs this previous author? What did they pick up that others may have missed?" While I can't say anything completely unheard of was brought to the table, it was that aspect of crawling inside the author's imagination that really did it for me, and I also didn't see a particular twist coming which was an added bonus.

Two kinds of people come out of personal tragedy... You're the kind that comes out brighter.

If you're looking for a fun, quick read meant for pure entertainment, definitely pick this one up. I think those readers who, like myself, enjoy dabbling in comic series and superhero fiction as a side hobby will really enjoy Batman: Nightwalker. I love that Random House has brought our favorite superheroes to the forefront of mainstream reading and tailored them towards a younger crowd. Rotating these retellings with current, in demand authors is a fantastic idea and I'm truly looking forward to the rest of the standalone series.

*Thanks Random House Kids for sending me my copy. ...more

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Dec 12, 2017 Ben Alderson rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I want to start by saying that Batman is my LEAST favorite superhero.
BUT... Marie Lu has made him a new favorite for me.
I loved this story so much. The writing was clear, well paced and the dialogue fantastic. I flew through this book, dying to know the twists and turns. I adore this world, It really paints Gotham in that cloudly, dark mood that we all know. Marie Lu really knows how to weave a story and make it her own.
I cried... laughed and also screamed in horror at some parts. I love ...more

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Jan 13, 2018 Melanie rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Recommended to Melanie by: Imi (Imi Reviews Books)

Shelves: romance, young-adult, read-in-2018, buddy-reads, fantasy

This was gifted to me by my amazing, talented, and beautiful friend, Imogen, who I'm forever thankful for!

Wonder Woman: Warbringer by Leigh Bardugo ★★★

“I can’t think of a story where the billionaire and the murderer end up happily ever after.”

I am not the biggest superhero fan, but I will admit I’ve always had a bit of a soft spot for Batman. And you all? I honestly loved this. Also, I’ve never read anything by Marie Lu before (I know, I can’t believe it either, honestly) but now I plan on devouring everything, because I★★★
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Mar 06, 2018 Ashwood (애쉬 우드). rated it really liked it · review of another edition

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Jul 28, 2017 Mizuki rated it did not like it · review of another edition

Shelves: only-when-it-is-for-free, bad-bad-bad-romance, read-only-when-running-out-of-book, over-my-dead-body, are-you-kidding-me

Rating: 1-angry-this-is-not-my-Batman-star. The existence of this book is quite an insult to Batman and this book reads like it was written by some third-ranked comic-script-writer who doesn't know enough of a thing about Batman and what he stands for.

I have a feeling that if Bruce Wayne's parents were killed by a young pretty girl, this version of Bruce would have forgiven her too.

How insulting.

I just won't forgive Marie Lu or whoever else is responsible for reducing Bruce Wafor.
I ...more

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Jul 14, 2017 emi rated it liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: anticipated-2018-releases, 3-stars, sci-fi-but-no-space, cover-porn, fav-book-covers-2018, girls-kicking-ass, male-protagonist, i-spent-my-money-on-this

Everytime I finish a book, I just wanna announce to all of Goodreads THAT I'M BACK BITCHES

But obviously that's a lie. I just have to admit to myself that I am not back yet, as much as I want to be. I still have two seasons left of Keeping of With The Kardashians to binge watch before I return to reading full time.

But anyways, I finished a book! And I have some feelings about it. I will definitely be writing a review in between Kardashian episodes, so keep am eye out for that.

Prereview:
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Sep 02, 2017 Deborah Obida rated it liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: young-adult, urban-fantasy, comics

Buddy read with Taylor, my Feb tbr twin.

Just another average read, its way too predictable and it being a retelling didn't really help much, we already know that Batman will save the day, a little more suspense would have been better.

The world building is great, Marie Lu did an amazing job depicting Gotham city, I've read the comic, watched animations and movies about Batman and I have to admit she left nothing out, everything fits.

The writing is okay, a major fast r ...more

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Sep 18, 2016 Fables&Wren rated it liked it · review of another edition

WrensReads Review:

As I previously said, I'm not that big of a DC fan. I am a Marvel Girl 100% through and through. In fact, until I started reading Wonder Woman Comics and watching the movie that came out on repeat (hello, women power), I kind of could care less about DC? I mean, I like Arrow and the Flash and Legends of Tomorrow is okay I guess, but none of them were a ...more

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Aug 22, 2016 Saania Zee Jamal ϟ marked it as to-read · review of another edition

Shelves: fantasy-la-la-la, superheroes

I'm sorry Marie, but expectations will be going waaay beyond the roof for this one particularly coz Batman is luv, Batman is lyf.

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Dec 13, 2017 Kai rated it liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: 2018, owned

"I can't think of a story where the billionaire and the murderer end up happily ever after."

This was decent. Kind of exactly what I expected. Gotham City, Arkham Asylum, Tall Handsome Dude With Nice Jawline And Unbearable Need To Save Everybody.
This is already my second Marie Lu novel this year - I read Prodigy earlier this month - and probably not my last either.

I have a confession to make: until last year's releases of Wonder Woman and the Black Panther trailer I had no interested whatsoever ...more

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Jan 06, 2018 Hamad rated it it was ok · review of another edition

Shelves: 2018-reads, good-covers, e-books

Actual Rating: 2.25/2.5 stars

"People get bored with your grief. They want something new to talk about. So you stop bringing it up, because you don't want to bore anyone"

I can't say that I am satisfied nor that I am disappointed, I went into this not knowing what to expect except that it is a Batman story, and as mentioned before I am not a huge fan, I used to watch the cartoon show back in the days and always liked Alfred more than Batman...
This only approved my love for Alfred and I dedicate this review for him!

Actual Rating: 2.25/2.5 stars

"People get bored with your grief. They want something new to talk about. So you stop bringing it up, because you don't want to bore anyone"

I can't say that I am satisfied nor that I am disappointed, I went into this not knowing what to expect except that it is a Batman story, and as mentioned before I am not a huge fan, I used to watch the cartoon show back in the days and always liked Alfred more than Batman...
This only approved my love for Alfred and I dedicate this review for him!

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And if you know me well, you would know that I previously read all of Marie's works (All 9 books including this one) and they got pretty much high ratings from me. So where did things go wrong?

I went into this thinking that Batman is an already established hero and he will be fighting some villains in this book, then I realized that this is actually supposed to be the story of his origin! Unfortunately enough the book actually ended with the word "Batman" mentioned zero times!

So this could have been a story of any rich man with a sense of justice and some martial arts, nothing too special... what I am saying here is that Lu did not use the full potential of the Batman character.

The writing style was good as usual, the characters were kind of fleshed out properly, the usual Marie Lu style in short! But another problem I faced here was the story-line and the twists; a few chapters into the story and I guessed everything and how will it proceed (I am not exaggerating here, I got all the twists right and had the courage to add one more twist that Marie didn't.. lol)

So in short: this was a typical Marie Lu book that could have been better were it not about Batman as the potential of the story was lost, if you have some free time, it would not hurt to read this as it was actually a pretty fast read...
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Aug 24, 2017 lucie rated it it was ok · review of another edition

Shelves: in-english, 2018

“Two kinds of people come out of personal tragedy... You're the kind that comes out brighter.”

More like 2.5 stars

Who'd say a story about Bruce Wayne/Batman could be so boring..
I loved Wonder Woman: Warbringer and I had really high hopes for this book then because.. duh.. BATMAN.

This story is about pre-Batman Bruce Wayne. The plot felt highly unrealistic and was predictable af. Because Bruce Wayne gets community service in Arkham Asylum. You see my problem here? He's a kid who does community service in the most dangerous place in t ...more

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Jul 14, 2017 ✨ jamieson ✨ marked it as to-read · review of another edition

Shelves: anticipated-2018

No offence but this cover is literally so good and I'll fight on that

Anyway u think I'm not gonna support the heck out of this book and the good sis Marie lu? Think again

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Sep 19, 2017 Brooke — brooklynnnnereads rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: books-i-own

After reading and loving "Wonder Woman: Warbringer" (the first in this DC Icons series), I didn't know what to expect with this one. I loved the first book in this series and part of me wondered if this novel would be able to live up to that experience. Also, Batman is my favourite 'superhero' (is he a superhero though?) so I was apprehensive and worried that I would have unrealistic expectations or be critical of this story. Luckily enough, all of those worries were for naught! I enjoyed this n After reading and loving "Wonder Woman: Warbringer" (the first in this DC Icons series), I didn't know what to expect with this one. I loved the first book in this series and part of me wondered if this novel would be able to live up to that experience. Also, Batman is my favourite 'superhero' (is he a superhero though?) so I was apprehensive and worried that I would have unrealistic expectations or be critical of this story. Luckily enough, all of those worries were for naught! I enjoyed this novel equally as much as I enjoyed Wonder Woman and it was all that I could hope for in a story about Batman.

This was a perfectly action packed, gripping, and heart wrenching read that is a wonderful representation for this classic hero. In all honesty, I am not a Batman 'purist' that knows the history of him intensely and exclusively through the original comics. My knowledge of Batman is what I have seen throughout all of the movies I watched while growing up. Due to that lack of knowledge when it comes to the original comics, I can't say if this novel meshes well with those comics. However, I CAN say that this was such an original story that had me racing through the pages. I loved it! It was a wonderfully written novel and it evoked all of the emotions, seriously, all of them. This was a one day read and I had an incredibly hard time putting it down! Even now, I'm happy (questionable word choice?) with the ending but I'm left wanting more. More of Batman's story and more of the DC Icon novels as a whole.

I'm incredibly impressed with this story as well as how they have executed this creation from the DC Icons in general. I have anticipated each of these releases and can now fully say that I'm extremely excited to read "Catwoman" as these two predecessors have blown away all of my highest expectations. Also, let it be known that I would also be behind novelizations of Marvel characters as well because this DC series has truly been a success.

***Thank you to Penguin Random House Canada for sending me a physical copy in exchange for an honest review*** ...more

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Jan 27, 2018 Nina rated it liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: read-in-2018

Batman: Nightwalker was a good book and I definitely enjoyed it, but it just couldn't keep up with Leigh Bardugo's Wonder Woman. What I loved the most about the first book in this series was how unique the story was and how Bardugo had just managed to glue me to my book because it was so grippig. I'd expected the same from this novel but instead many parts of the book were rather slow and nothing really surprised me at all.

But don't get me wrong, I still liked the book even though it couldn't k ...more

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Feb 23, 2018 April rated it liked it · review of another edition

If this wasn't a Batman book, it was okay. But being that it was I was a little disappointed in it especially since Marie Lu is the author.

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Dec 24, 2017 Lily ☁️ rated it liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: poc-author, reviewed, book-series, tolino, science-fiction

➳ 2 1/2 stars

“You have a heavy heart, for someone with everything.”

Well, this was … all right. Batman: Nightwalker is a decent book, I guess. But also a painfully average one. Painful especially, because I’d prefer not to associate words like the aforementioned, as well as “predictable”, “uninspired”, and “mediocre” with anything regarding Marie Lu. But, alas.

There really isn’t much to say about the plot; Batman: Nightwalker tells the story of teenage Bruce Wayne, who—having turned eighteen recently, and coming into hi/> ...more

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Feb 28, 2018 Chad rated it it was ok · review of another edition

Shelves: 2018

I'll just start with this story has nothing to do with Batman. This is a YA Romance novel with an action sequence thrown in at the end. Bruce Wayne is still in it and his parents were murdered as a child. Alfred is barely in here as his guardian. Those are pretty much where the similarities end.

Bruce Wayne has just come into his trust fund as he turns 18. He's constantly hounded by paparazzi. One night he decides to chase down a criminal in a souped up car that the cops can't catch causing the ...more

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Jul 24, 2017 Nikki (Book Allure) rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: 2018-anticipated, arcs

I received an Advanced Reader’s Copy to participate in a blog tour.

Thanks to JM @ Book Freak Revelations and the wonderful Penguin Random House, I was able to read Batman: Nightwalker months before its release date! Just like Wonder Woman: Warbringer, Batman: Nightwalker is an alternate origin story of Bruce Wayne and we read about his life as he comes of age, inherits billions and WayneTech, and fall in love with someone who may only be using him.

Marie Lu is a masterful writer e ...more

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Jun 17, 2018 Katie.dorny rated it liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: 2018

Batman is supposed to be a morally ambiguous superhero - not some prissy 18 year old.
And did we have to have a fucking forced relationship here for no reason and it didn’t add to the bloody plot!?!
Bruce Wayne is about to turn 18, but then he gets probation at Arkham Asylum for doing, but also not doing the right thing. Go figure.
The other 2/3 of the book rescued this from being a 2 star read. The story just felt bland when it was discussing anything but the case and his conversations wit ...more

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May 22, 2016 Elena marked it as to-read · review of another edition

5/22/16

Alright Marie, I'M READY! IM HERE FOR THIS

Not but really, that line better be added to this book. It has to. That is all.

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I write young adult novels, and have a special love for dystopian books. Ironically, I was born in 1984. Before becoming a full-time writer, I was an Art Director at a video game company. Now I shuffle around at home and talk to myself a ...more