Batman: Nightwalker (The Graphic Novel)

I actually already had Batman: Nightwalker (The Graphic Novel) pre-ordered by the time I was approved for this book, so technically, my review is of the final published product, though thank you NetGalley, Marie Lu, and DC Entertainment for selecting me as one of your readers!I had every intention of buying this book because Marie Lu is my number one favorite author! I have all of her books, including the original novelization of Batman: Nightwalker, though it is the only book of hers I haven't yet read. When I saw the graphic novel was becoming a reality, I figured I would read that and then get back to her regular novel sometime in the future...I mean, we all know my reading list is a literal mountain.I really enjoyed the art style. The blue color scheme really fit the mood of Batman. It was fun to see Bruce Wayne still in his teenage years, having just graduated high school and inherited his billions of dollars. We also see a young Harvy, among other characters we know from Batman's time as the protector of Gotham City.The Nightwalkers are a group of people (villains) dedicated to taking money from the rich and redistributing it, since no single person should have so much money and power over others. The bigger problem is that they usually kill the money holders. And Bruce is on their list. Wanting to put an end to the Nightwalkers (or find out more), Bruce pursues one of the members only to wind up in a car crash and placed on probation at Arkham Asylum to help clean the facilities, among other work.There he meets Madeline Wallace, one of the members of the Nightwalkers. She only speaks to him, and he begins to fall for her. There are two problems with this: Bruce can never distinguish what is truth and lie with Madeline, and a relationship between a hero and a villain can never truly work out...can it?This graphic novel has fantastic art, a great story, and potential for a future installment. It was also nice to see the Leigh Bordugo Wonder Woman graphic novel excerpt in the back...and the title that Sarah J. Maas's Catwoman will likewise become a graphic novel as well! How exciting! If you can't tell, I highly recommend this graphic novel to young readers. Fans of Batman might be a bit skeptical, but I've only ever read a few highly exquisite Batman comics, and this is one of them!

I read the original story that this graphic novel is based on - and found this to be a good adaptation. It did not really make any changes to the plot and was faithful to the original story. There are some pacing issues; the graphic novel does go a bit too fast sometimes. However, it is still a very good story and I enjoyed it just as much as I did with the original. The art and coloring are good. I also like the characters (protagonists and antagonists) and there is a good balance between showing and telling. Overall, it is a good graphic novel and I recommend reading it.

I read the novel a couple of months ago and loved it! When I saw there was going to be a graphic novel, I pre-ordered it immediately. I'm glad I read the novel first because there were parts of the story that didn't make it into the GN. The story felt more fast paced because of that. There were a few times I had to remind myself where in the timeline we were in (i.e. days, weeks). I enjoyed the art style and the color choices as well.

I loved the book and I enjoyed reading it. I give it 4 stars because the book came a little damaged at the top but it's nothing big. Overall, it was a great graphic novel to read.

Best story for a start, defines the origins of batman. Story is well written and is a good detective story

I love DC comics and dc comics. I love when a Book becomes a Grafic novel. Anyone who is interested in Grafic novels or dc universe

Extraordinary characterization, storytelling, and illustrations.

Great story

I really enjoyed this graphic novel adaptation, I enjoyed it more than the book it was based on. The art work is great and suits the story perfectly. The black, white and yellow almost animie colour scheme is awsome. It looked a lot like Batman of the Future (Batman Beyond). So much so that a young Bruce Wayne looks a like like Terry Mcginnis.I quite like the modernisation of Batmans origin. The action and fights are done perfectly for where Bruce is in his life. I like the touches like Bruce's instant fight response (no flight in him),when put into dangerous situations. Madeleine is the perfect counter character. I am almost tempted to see how Wonder Woman Warbringer (previewed at the end of this graphic novel) is adapted like, but I think I will wait for Cawoman Soulstealer. This comic version definitely captures Bruce's personality and traits that will make him Batman. A very enjoyable, in my opinion better then the original, adaptation.

My son discovered graphics books which have really helped his reading. The subject matter is brilliant - highly relevant for teen and adult challenges. The graphics are amazing. How refreshing to find an enjoyable. Would recommend to anyone looking for a break from the ‘hun drum’.

Great graphic novel

Esto lo compré como regalo para mi novio friki y que es muy selectivo con todo lo de DC, así que es muy complicado agradarlo. Esta obra originalmente era solo una novela y pienso yo que para agradar a más publico se saco también en la versión de novela gráfica, que es esta. Es necesario aclarar que no esta en colores porque es así su estilo, esta como en tonos de azul. Según mi novio le gosto bastante para lo que es y se lo leo muy rápido.

Hoort bij de collectie maar geen hoogvlieger.