I Am Batman #17

7.9

Critic Rating

8 Reviews
8.1

User Rating

9 Reviews
Writer John Ridley
Artist Christian Duce
Cover Price $3.99

Following the shattering revelations of the previous issue, Jace must set aside his renewed bitterness toward his father and go save his mother. But Jace doesn't go it alone. Ready or not, Tiff steps up as New York's newest hero.

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CRITIC REVIEWS Back to Top

  • 10

    DC Comics News - Derek McNeil

    Jan 10, 2023

    I Am Batman #17 is a very emotional and powerful chapter in Jace's story. But it does have me a bit worried about how the series will be resolved next issue. I do hope that this isn't the last we see of Jace's Batman. And hopefully Ridley will return to pen another volume. Read Full Review

  • 10

    Dark Knight News - Derek McNeil

    Jan 12, 2023

    I Am Batman #17 is a very emotional and powerful chapter in Jace's story, even if it does have me a bit worried about how the series will be resolved with just one issue to go. I do hope that this isn't the last we see of him as Batman. Hopefully, Ridley will return to pen another volume. Read Full Review

  • 9.0

    AIPT - Chris Showalter

    Jan 17, 2023

    Compelling and deeply personal, I am Batman #17 strikes the perfect balance between drama and action. This issue's success is largely due to Ridley's focus on tension mounting within the Fox family and thematically tying it into the action sequences. The result is powerful, as Ridley presents the reader with a relatable, fledgling Dark Knight. Christian Duce, Eduardo Pansica, and Julio Ferreira's artwork are astounding throughout every sequence. Unfortunately, the differences in art styles between each creator are noticeable enough to take you out of the moment. Read Full Review

  • 8.0

    The Batman Universe - Jamie Remolde

    Jan 10, 2023

    This story helps us get deeper into the lives of the Fox family and at the same time allows for more character growth in the main protagonist. It appears that another masked hero is now in New York in Nobody. Read Full Review

  • 8.0

    COMICON - Scott Redmond

    Jan 11, 2023

    In the penultimate issue, 'I Am Batman' begins to load up the plate with a variety of plot and character moments both new and old as it prepares for some type of conclusion. Jace Fox's history and place in the DC Universe is still being forged, and some of the elements are proving to be interesting should they be followed up on beyond this series. Read Full Review

  • 7.0

    Lyles Movie Files - Jeffrey Lyles

    Jan 10, 2023

    I Am Batman feels like a book thats starting to spiral due a needlessly cynical take on its main characters while bringing in more elements to feel just like a standard Batman book. Read Full Review

  • 6.0

    ComicBook.com - Christian Hoffer

    Jan 11, 2023

    To be honest, this wasn't the strongest issue the drama feels overwrought and while Jace's extreme reaction is understandable, it feels in conflict with some of the growth he's shown during the series. Read Full Review

  • 5.0

    Batman-News - Jeremy Bernard

    Jan 11, 2023

    I think it's really cool that this issue actually addresses some tense family dynamics, themes that relate to the real world and characters that are complex. My problem is the only reason I can actually unpack this issue is because I had to sit through so much filler and I have the patience to reread the issues that were actually relevant. So I think these characters can be talked about at length at this point (except the cops) but are people doing that? Or are they just waiting for it to be over? I know some people are genuinely into this series and I think that it's cool that once in a while you can have an issue like this that actually rewards them for sticking to it but it's not enough in my opinion and if you don't want to start from the beginning I would definitely recommend avoiding this issue.Score: 5/10 Read Full Review

USER REVIEWS Back to Top

  • 9.0

    Toonstrack

    Jan 14, 2023

    This book is so freaking good. Hate to say it but Ridleys BP falters compared to this. This has been remarkably consistent and the drama and storytelling is now at a point where its on point every month. Keep it coming.

  • 8.0

    Screaming Enigma

    Nov 01, 2023

    Another interesting and entertaining issue here that I do believe is an improvement upon the previous issue, but I'm not too keen on the final page. I'm not opposed to Hadiyah being a hero, but I think it's a little bit of an odd move. Especially considering that her costume is basically just her with her face covered. With the next issue being the last one, I hope everything comes together for a strong conclusion.

  • 10

    AllWallace

    Jan 12, 2023

  • 10

    Kmld6805

    Jan 12, 2023

  • 9.5

    wesshamu

    Jan 26, 2023

  • 8.0

    Swanktub

    Jan 13, 2023

  • 8.0

    Psycamorean

    Mar 03, 2023

  • 7.0

    Justin Ray

    Jan 15, 2023

  • 3.0

    MasterComics

    Jan 11, 2023

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