Detective Comics #959

This issue is perfect. I read all the reviews my colleagues write and many of them rave, quite correctly, about the books they cover. Issue by issue Detective Comics just delivers and delivers. I can't fault a thing that this creative team does. Even the fill-in issues with guest artists are A++ quality, so the regular epics with a consistent team are comic-book clinics. Detective Comics is regularly the epitome of "How to make great comics". Read Full Review

The series remains a favourite of mine as it continues to expand upon exactly what it means to work with Batman and the repercussions that frequently follow. This book continues to be at the top of my reading pile on comic book day, and honestly deserves a higher score than I have available to me. Read Full Review

I highly recommend picking up Detective Comics, it's just as worthy of attention and praise as the main Batman title! Read Full Review

Intelligence has not so surprisingly been an engrossing read. Tynion manages to tell the story in such a natural way that it ends without the usual tells the cliffhanger is coming. The arc is two issues in, but Tynion and Martinez have laid the arc out so smoothly it doesn't seem like it's going to overstay its welcome anytime soon. Read Full Review

A solid issue with superb writing and radiant artwork throughout. Tynion IV has done a stellar job in his ability to convey an interesting story and to bring these wonderful characters to life. Read Full Review

Detective Comics is back on track and I am glad to be back on the trolley.  Tynion adds Zatanna to the Detective Squad and she immediately steals the show and the Alvaro Martinez's art makes it all look great.  If you have jumped off this book, this is the time to get back on. Read Full Review

Batman continues to hold his place at the top of my hero list…. this comic fleshes out the man behind the cowl some more and I like him even more for that fact. It's somewhat surprising just how much story has been put into these pages… we have a whole deep conversation between Batman and Zatanna… we have the team learning more about Azrael and the Azrael suit. Read Full Review

DETECTIVE COMICS #959 is a strong addition to a terrific run by James Tynion IV. It reintroduces strong, new characters while developing returning ones. The art by Alvaro Martinez and Raul Fernandez continues to be a hallmark for DC in general. Tynion is simply planting seeds for the future but so far "Intelligence" is an exciting arc for DETECTIVE COMICS. Read Full Review

There is a whole let happening in the Detective Comics as of late, and in this issue, Tynion does a fantastic job keeping things fresh. Zatanna is a fine addition to the series. Read Full Review

The new arc is becoming one to really look forward to and look out what will happen next. What Batman shows to Zatanna and what Azrael sees in his room in the final panel has made this comic a must read to find out what is next. Only negative thing I have is that the fight was too short, only leaving Batman to shine and Batwoman not feel as a leader. Read Full Review

A solid second issue in a new story arc that's quite intriguing. Read Full Review

While the artwork might be a little iffy, Detective Comics #959's narrative saves the day here. Seeing Batman and Zatanna teaming up again should please many longtime fans of the Caped Crusader and the Mistress of Magic. Read Full Review

Overall, this issue was great. It is wonderful to finally see Zatanna back in action and along side Batman again! We also get to see some of the fewer touched on characters in the DC universe. Read Full Review

The same Bat-goodness at the same Bat-time and in the same Bat-comic. Read Full Review

While James Tynion IV continues to play it coy as to what Bruce really wants from his old friend, it is terrific to see Zee back in action (although I have wonder what Batman's new fiance thinks about spending his nights with magical former flames in fishnets). Worth a look. Read Full Review

While this issue has its fair share of missed opportunities and questionable narrative choices, I nevertheless found it quite enjoyable. Much of that is due to the outstanding artwork presented by Martinez, but it would be unfair of me to not also compliment Tynion for hitting the mark more often than he missed it. All-in-all, it's a descent story that continues to lay the groundwork for what will hopefully be remembered as Tynion's Ode to Azrael. Read Full Review

James Tynion's story is starting to get a bit convoluted. There are two competing narratives in this issue and they're not meshing well. Read Full Review

In Conclusion:We dig into the story of Jean Paul, Bruce, Zatanna, and the rest of our heroes in this second issue. Read Full Review

Butthe art is otherwise remarkably strong. As I said before, its been ages sinceI read a Batman title, and Im very much enjoying this one so far. There may beextenuating circumstances, and the rug may be pulled out from under myenthusiasm, but Ill cross that bridge if/when I come to it. Read Full Review

Supes' soups

Jun 30, 2017

This is a solid read, Zatanna deserves her own title as does Martian Manhunter and Swamp Thing. I'm kind of hazy on New 52 JL Dark but I remember loving it when I read it and I honestly think Zatanna could hold her own as the leader of a Justice League dedicated to the dark arts, magic, and Harry Potter's world of wizardry. It's interesting that Zee and Bruce had a thing for each other during childhood and who could blame them? Batman is literally the only character that can join any version of Justice League and not have him feel out of place.

kfc902

Jun 28, 2017

The art for this book was top notch with story moving along nicely.

Kitaru

Jun 29, 2017

An interesting issue, but I feel like Tynion really loves to create mysteries within the Batman family with this being no different in this story. Zatanna is a big plus to me, as well as a story revolving around Azrael.

Kgphil01

Jul 08, 2017

I'm enjoying this arc overall but nothing is wowing me! I do find the two story lines a bit confusing and conflicting wish they would just stick to the Azrael arc and worked with the Batman/Zatanna arc next. But overall I well written and engaging enough arc.

Rick Jonez

Jul 03, 2017

It was good to see Zee re-incorporated into Bruce canon and Clayface fall for October. Some of the artwork was very good too. But overall the character and imagery kind of felt disjointed and nothing really grabbed my curiousity - except for the last page appearance.