Batman: The Killing Joke by Brian Bolland, Tim Sale, Alan Moore

94 pages first pub 1988 (editions) user-added

fiction comics dark fast-paced
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For fans of gripping, absorbing tales of heroism and the human spirit, Batman: The Killing Joke is a must-read, offering a dark and intense exploration of the blurred lines between sanity and madness that will leave readers on the edge of their seats.

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For the first time the Joker's origin is revealed in this tale of insanity and human perseverance. Looking to prove that any man can be pushed past his breaking point and go mad, the Joker attempts to drive Commissioner Gordon insane. After shooti...

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Community Reviews

4.16
based on 11,404 reviews

Moods

dark: 98%

tense: 60%

emotional: 28%

mysterious: 25%

sad: 23%

adventurous: 17%

challenging: 15%

reflective: 13%

funny: 8%

hopeful: 1%

inspiring: 1%


Pace

86% of readers chose fast
12% of readers chose medium
fast
medium

Plot or character driven?

14% of readers chose Plot
31% of readers chose A mix
54% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

38% of readers chose Yes
34% of readers chose Complicated
26% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

20% of readers chose Yes
42% of readers chose Complicated
35% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

19% of readers chose Yes
10% of readers chose Complicated
63% of readers chose No
6% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

84% of readers chose Yes
8% of readers chose Complicated
6% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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