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Batman (2011-2016) Vol. 2: The City of Owls (Batman Graphic Novel) by [Scott Snyder, Greg Capullo, Rafael Albuquerque]

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by Scott Snyder (Author), Greg Capullo (Illustrator, Artist), Rafael Albuquerque (Illustrator, Artist) Format: Kindle Edition

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"NIGHT OF THE OWLS" continues here! Batman must stop the TALONS that have breeched the Batcave in order to save an innocent life ... and Gotham City! In the backup story, learn more about the PENNYWORTH family and the secrets they've kept from the Wayne family! Collects BATMAN #8-12 and BATMAN ANNUAL #1.

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Praise for Scott Snyder's Batman: Court of Owls Vol. 1:

“A+. The hero's got personality (and is unafraid to release a quip as sharp as a Batarang), a horde of supervillains, gumption to spare and a whole host of high-tech gadgetry to suitably impress longtime fans and those new to the Dark Knight.”
—USA Today

“This is one of the best comics of the week.”
—The New York Times

“[Writer Scott Snyder] pulls from the oldest aspects of the Batman myth, combines it with sinister-comic elements from the series’ best period, and gives the whole thing terrific forward-spin by setting up an honest-to-gosh mystery for Batman to solve.”
—Entertainment Weekly

“Scott Snyder, already the company's greatest asset over the last four weeks, spins a stack of plates immediately…. Too often Batman comics focus heavily on the hero persona … Snyder sets up equal amounts of conflict for both Wayne's public and private personas.”
—Time Out Chicago
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Scott Snyder is the bestselling and award-winning writer of Batman, American Vampire and Swamp Thing as well as the short story collection Voodoo Heart. He teaches writing at Sarah Lawrence College, NYU and Columbia University. He lives on Long Island with his wife, Jeanie, and his sons Jack and Emmett. He is a dedicated and un-ironic fan of Elvis Presley. --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00BLVSRFC
Publisher ‏ : ‎ DC; 52nd ed. edition (October 15, 2013)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 15, 2013
Language ‏ : ‎ English
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- #9 in Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Graphic Novels
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- #132 in Superhero Graphic Novels

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James Tynion IV
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James Tynion IV is an Eisner Award Winning, New York Times bestselling comic book author and publisher.
He is the co-creator of SOMETHING IS KILLING THE CHILDREN with Werther Dell’Edera, the smash hit comic series published by Boom! Studios. SIKTC was nominated for the Eisner Award for Best New Comic Series in 2020. It’s spin-off title, THE HOUSE OF SLAUGHTER, was one of the highest selling comic books in 2021. SIKTC is currently in development for television at Netflix with Mike Flanagan and Trevor Macy’s Intrepid Pictures producing.
He is the co-creator of THE DEPARTMENT OF TRUTH with Martin Simmonds, the high concept conspiracy thriller published by Image Comics. DOT was nominated for the Eisner Awards for Best New Series, and Best Continuing Series in 2021. DOT is currently in development for television with SISTER producing.
He is the co-creator of THE NICE HOUSE ON THE LAKE with Alvaro Martinez Bueno, the apocalyptic horror series published by DC Black Label. NHOTL is the highest selling creator-owned debut published by DC Comics in the last twenty years.
He is the co-creator of WYND with Michael Dialynas, the young adult fantasy adventure series published by BOOM! Studios. WYND was nominated for Outstanding Comic Book at the GLAAD Media Awards in both 2020 and 2021.
Under his own publishing banner, Tiny Onion Studios, James Tynion IV published and curated the acclaimed anthology series RAZORBLADES: THE HORROR MAGAZINE. He is currently publishing the UFO non-fiction webcomic, BLUE BOOK with Michael Avon Oeming through his newsletter, THE EMPIRE OF THE TINY ONION, available at https://jamestynioniv.substack.com.
James is the co-creator of many other acclaimed original series, including the GLAAD Media Award winning THE WOODS, with Michael Dialynas. He is also well known for working on the Batman titles at DC Comics, where he co-created the fan-favorite characters Punchline, Ghost-Maker, Clownhunter, Miracle Molly, and more. His storylines and characters have influenced DC TV shows like Batwoman, Young Justice, Gotham, and Legends of Tomorrow.
James is represented by United Talent Agency.
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I write comic books! Growing up, I always wanted to write comics, but I ended up trying my hand at fiction first. I got my MFA from Columbia University, published a book of short stories with The Dial Press in 2006 called Voodoo Heart, then finally broke into comics in 2009 and haven't looked back since. I've worked extensively for DC Comics, writing such titles as Batman, Detective Comics, Justice League, the comic event books DC Dark Knights Metal and Death Metal, and Swamp Thing, among others. I've also created a number of series with some great co-creators and partners -- books like We Have Demons, Clear, Night of the Ghoul, Nocterra, American Vampire, Wytches, the Wake, AD: After Death, and more... I live in NY with my wife, Jeanie and our three boys. I am also a big fan of Elvis Presley.
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A Good (But Slightly Deflated) Conclusion to the Court of Owls Story

Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2019

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To preface this, Volume 2 of Scott Snyder's Batman is still really good, solid Batman. But compared to Volume 1 it definitely falls short. Whereas Volume 1 set up a frightening, almost too powerful enemy in the form of the Court of Owls and their immortal Talons, Volume 2 seems to take the wind out of its own sails, starting to lead in the direction of a challenging conflict that has the reader on the edge of their seat, and then taking a left turn, as if there were not enough confidence in the Court itself being the antagonist and someone thought there needed to be another angle--that's all I'll say about that to avoid spoilers. The art by Capullo continues to be great, but a few issues switch to other artists that are a little too stylistically distinct--normally fine, but in a serialized story like this, it can take the reader out of it a bit. There are a few misc. single issues at the end of the volume focused on Harper Row and Mr. Freeze, etc. These are fine but seem somewhat tacked on. All in all, this is a good TPB, but not one of the stronger ones in Snyder's run.

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Rick

Almost as good as volume 1, but still great

Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2017

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Lots of others have had their say, but I'll add mine just because. First of all, it's Batman so odds are if you're looking at this volume, you're already a fan of the Dark Knight and are chomping at the bit having just finished the outstanding Court of Owls (Vol 1 of the relaunch, fantastic story if you haven't read it you should). On to City of Owls:
The story picks up immediately following the final panels of The Court of Owls and becomes an all out war between the Batman and the Talons who are attacking Gotham City. This is an action-heavy volume so if you enjoy Bat battles and big bads, then you're wish will be granted within the first 2 or 3 chapters of this volume that concludes the Owls story arc. There is even an interesting spin on the emergent big bad of this story that adds some alterations to the way we view young Bruce Wayne and his parents (at least I think the Big Bad background is a new take, I'm nowhere near as deep in Batman mythology as a lot of people are). The conclusion is fairly satisfying and leaves an air of mystery about some of the happenings. Along with the Owls conclusion, there is an interesting background story on Alfred's father, there is a character-building story of a person that figures to feature more later on in the Batman series, and an intriguing new take on the origins and character of Mr Freeze.
For me, the only thing really keeping this one from being a 5 star book is that it is nearly all an action adventure without a lot of substance elsewhere. I felt that Volume 1 was amazing with it's intrigue, mystery, action, psychological examination, and so on. You got a great view of Batman there from him being the world's greatest detective through the spectrum of being the defender of Gotham and incredibly mentally tough. In Vol 2 (this book), there isn't much detective work to do, the city's under attack and he needs to save it. Also, the only real mystery that crops up leads to Batman showing no interest in actually solving it.
The imagery throughout the comic is great, so many wonderfully drawn and colored panels that give the character and city so much interest and depth. If you loved or even just liked volume 1, you will almost certainly be happy with volume 2 especially if you are an action fan. I like to see the whole picture of Batman so without the detective/mystery side of the story it loses just a little bit for me. That said it's still easily a solid 4-4.5 stars.

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A great continuation of the New 52 Batman, but a little jumbled near the end

Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2015

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The City of Owls delivers terrific battles, good drama, and further character exploration in a most satisfying read. The Court of Owls was a fantastic story, not quite Year One or HUSH, but I wasn't expecting that and neither should you.

Batman fights original foes and an interesting take on the Wayne family never before seen quite like this. Batman doesn't win just because he's Batman, nor is he portrayed as unbelievably invincible in fights. He starts the story beaten, betrayed by the city he loves and vows to protect. Physically, he is still recovering from his previous bout with the Court of Owls. Of course, when a villain is revealed to know Bruce Wayne and Batman are the same person, it cannot come to a great surprise he doesn't stick around. Still, the action feels real and convincingly dangerous; the Talon assassins cannot die, whereas Batman most certainly can. The conclusion of the Court story is very satisfying.

There is not much to say on Capullo's work, he has improved somewhat on his pieces, which was already more than satisfactory. The Thrasher Batsuit in particular is visually wonderful. Bruce and company face's convey genuine emotion and help propel the story forward. I was initially hesitant on Capullo as artist, but he has delivered. Additionally, the final chapter detailing the origin and ensuing conflict with Mr. Freeze give Fabok a chance to shine. Nightwing and Robin look great, truly looking heroic yet not overdone. The story feels a little shoe-horned in, but I'm glad it was placed at the end of the story so as not to interrupt the main arc.

So, with all this praise, why only four stars? For me, it comes down to two reasons: it's not quite as satisfying as Vol.1, and two, the Harper Row story. Why not the Jarvis Pennyworth story? It was interesting, the art was a little clunky, but it was a brief and relevant component to the history of the Owls. The Harper Row chapter failed to impress me, and I know that sounds arrogant. Batman already has so many excellent supporting characters that Harper, to me, feels unnecessary. I can appreciate that DC now has to meet more diverse gender audiences, but I still don't see this as a valid excuse. I know Batgirl has her own title, and so she should be doing her own thing, but why not the already established Stephanie Brown or Cassandra Cain? When Oracle was left out of the New 52, a character void was left in her place, and I understand the need to fill it. Harper Row has the tech skills of Oracle, but not the heart. While this may be unpopular, I felt the story was partly created just to prove that DC is addressing the relevant controversies of society and appear young and progressive. That's fine, that's what helps the company survive and earn praise and recognition from diversity groups. Still, I felt the 'forcedness' of this addition, and it left me kind of scratching my head. This is only one small component of the book, but still, I think was distracting enough to pull focus from the positive aspects.

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Daggy

Solid conclusion to the owls storyline

Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2022

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This is the second half of the court of owls storyline and this time around, Batman seems to be much more in control of the situation after the first volume. Personally I didn't enjoy this story as much and thought it was overly dragged out and kind of felt like a blur. The big twist about it didn't even feel like a major twist but it was still a solid conclusion that built off the momentum that the first volume established. I would recommend this for those who may have wanted a more definitive resolution to the court of owls storyline but I would definitely say this is the significantly weaker installment of the two.

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Ryan

Full of twists and turns

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 4, 2020

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Batman is again faced with fighting the court of owls. I know a lot about Batman character stories I have played all the Arkham games and watched movies and animated series and Scott sunder knows these characters too you can really see this when reading. I was never big into reading but because it's Batman I've been reading the new 52 issues 1-4 currently read of time of writing this. The story to this issue picks up after issue 1 and Batman has to face a enemy that has started to soil everything he knows making him doubt himself the city he loves and his dead parents. Without spoilers I liked the "surprise" not that I didn't see it coming in issue 1 because of the charat looking so similar and there is shorter srorie in here too one with Mr freeze who actually is a character I normally feel like he isn't evil but just trying to help his wife well Scott Snyder is a genius and let's just say I actually prefer what he did with character. 5/5 from me.

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J. Denyer

Batman new 52's

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 24, 2020

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Not killing a plot line on this... can most definitely say the graphics are amazing... the art is first class the storyline is brilliant... all in the Style of a new 52..... what more can anybody ask for....

If you don't get any of this series you are missing some very good entertaining Reading and it's Batman.......

who doesn't want to read about Batman ?

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Chris

A bit limp

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 15, 2016

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Court of Owls was very very good, Death of the family was a level above that, and in contrast this was a bit limp. I have read a lot of the Batman titles and not all are great. This isn't the worst but it is two stories hashed together rather than one. Two thirds is the conclusion to A Court Of Owls, that really should have been contained within that book.

****(Semi Spoiler - be warned) - the ending to the first part is not satisfying - the court are murdering across the city - an evil almost unstoppable force. So much so that one owl took up the whole of a Court of Owls book - Yet while Batman goes after the big baddy - his extended team manage to take out a whole army of the owls by themselves with no reference as to how besides a couple of panels of punching. The Owl threat deserved a more intelligent and less easy resolution than that and Batman should have been leading.****

The second story is ok but stands alone and seems a bit pointless.

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Deku

Who thought owls could be so cool

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 9, 2015

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A great sequel and ending to the hit Batman story: The Court of Owls by Scott Snyder. Like the first volume this novel has great artwork and a great storyline. I personally think it was a great conclusion to the Court of Owls story as this sequel ties up all loose ends as Batman uncovers the conspiracies surrounding him with the Court of Owls. Story wraps up with a great unexpected twist. However if you are a true detective you will see it coming. At the end of the volume there was also a brief origin story of Mr Freeze as well as an encounter of him and Batman which was ok, we see how Mr Freeze was also involved with the Court of Owls which I thought was cool. So all-in-all this is another great Batman graphic novel that every fan should have, especially if you own or have previously read the first volume: Court of Owls

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ryan hunter

Great read and a new take on batman.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 23, 2019

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Great storyline by Scott Snyder, the best modern day batman writer. You must read Vol 1 court of owls first to get this story fully, it is an original take on the character with a never before seen enemy coming into play that questions everything batman knows.
Greg Capullo is also a great artist and teamwork between him and Scott Snyder is perfect for the batman story.

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