Batman: Curse of the White Knight #3

Batman: Curse of the White Knight

by Sean Gordon Murphy, Matt Hollingsworth (Cover Art)

Batman salvages a groundbreaking clue from the wreckage of Wayne Manor and recruits Harley Quinn to confront The Joker for answers about the mystery of Gotham City’s foundations! Their investigation takes a dire turn in the darkest corners of Arkham, and Gordon’s life is in peril after a new commissioner is named.

Genres: Comics, Dc Comics, Graphic Novels, Batman, Fantasy, Graphic Novels Comics, Action

34 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 25, 2019

About the author

After breaking into the industry at a young age, Sean Gordon Murphy made a name for himself in the world of indie comics before joining up with DC. In his tenure, he has worked on such titles as Batman/Scarecrow: Year One, Teen Titans, Hellblazer, Joe The Barbarian, and the critically acclaimed miniseries American Vampire: Survival Of The Fittest and The Wake with Scott Snyder. Murphy also wrote and illustrated the original graphic novel Offroad and the popular miniseries Punk Rock Jesus.

Reviews

[Etienne · Rating 1 out of 5]

This one was a real let down for me. I still don't understand how I can have enjoy the first two so much and hate this one... I will give it another try with the next issue but not sure I will continue for long if the next one are like this one! Maybe too much talking for me... Not sure!

[Guilherme Smee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nesta terceira edição da segunda fase da bem sucedida empreitada de Sean Gordon Murphy de criar um universos próprio para o homem-morcego, quem se destaca não é o Batman, não é o Comissário Gordon, não é o Coringa - que está por trás de toda esta nova trama- e não é nem mesmo Azrael - que é a nova peça no tabuleiro de Gotham City. É a Arlequina, que está grávida de Jack Napier, ou se você quiser, do Coringa. Nesta edição não apenas o Batman recruta a ex-doutora Harleen Quinzell como também revela sua verdadeira identidade para ela. Agora, a Arlequina que era conhecida como inimiga do Batman e aliada do Coringa, é inimiga do Coringa e aliada do Batman. Esta edição também contém um spoiler maior que não vou revelar por motivos óbvios e que encerra essa edição. A saga continua atraente por mais que a cada vez que encontro um novo número na banca eu fique em dúvidas se devo ou não comprar. Acabo sempre convencido pela bela arte deste autor virtuoso que é Sean Gordon Murphy. 'Nuff Said!

[Laura · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lots of screaming

Oh I did a lot of screaming reading this issue! How does Murphy pack so much into a single issue? It amazes me! Great story can't wait for the next issue.

[Cameron Howell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well the cats out of the bag and Bruce Wayne's secret is no more with the rest of the GTO. I can't imagine what some of them were thinking when they found out. Bullock's reaction alone gave me a bit of a chuckle with how much disbelief was on his face, and then Bruce reveals himself to Harley who I'm kind of surprised didn't already know. My only real complaint at this point is that the series feels a bit rushed at times. I'm also not usually a fan of people giving Joker an origin but the history behind this one has definitely peaked my interest. I just hope Gordon is going to make it but that last panel did not have me optimistic at all.

[Jordan · Rating 5 out of 5]

What the hell just happened! In a single stroke Sean Murphy just turned Batman’s world upside down - and I love it.

I absolutely love how much of Arkham Murphy is showing this time around. It’s this epic, sprawling, and totally reminds me of Neuschwanstein Castle.

I could read SGM Batman stories forever.

[Wongi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read so far!

SPOILER


A bunch of deaths I certainly wasn't expecting in this series so far and in the previous White Knight series too (as well as a bunch of other twists and turns), quite surprised but thoroughly enjoying these comics.
Looking forward to the next installment.

[Travis · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an intense issue that took a risk. I think it will pay off, but so far the intrigue and interest keeps building.

[Kevin Schnurr · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5! Can’t believe I slept on this arc.

[⛧⸸ dennis ⸸⛧ · Rating 2 out of 5]

Well, at least my girl Montoya became the commissioner

[Jamie (TheRebelliousReader) · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars. Now we’re getting somewhere! This was a great issue. Action packed, especially the ending and Harley going into labor with only Bruce to help her out. Good stuff.

[Alexandre · Rating 4 out of 5]

“Batman: White Knight” was the most engaging Batman story of the past several years, both well written and superbly drawn. It contended with serious modern subjects, like race, gender and inequality. All the recent criticisms about the chauvinism and elitism of the caped crusader were brought to the frontline, although not taken to their ultimate consequences. It was Batman’s Watchmen moment. When I read about “Batman: The Curse of the White Batman”, I became both thrilled and worried. The risk of a slippery slope toward self-destruction was quite real. Since I could not wait for the graphic novel, I bought each issue separately. Sitting tight until the next one was particularly enervating. After several months, I finally got the full picture. The story is still well written and superbly drawn, but the slippery slope I was afraid of was taken with proud. In the end, there was not much left of the Nietszchean übermensch that Batman represented. His righteousness was replaced by self-doubt and lack of foresight. His causes proved to be misguided. Not even the name Wayne was spared. It was another Watchmen moment. However, this time I am not referring to the graphic novel, but instead to its HBO glum extension. As most stories, appreciating Batman required a high level of suspending disbelief. And enjoy the ride while it lasts! Sean Murphy said no to it all and, as consequence, it made me utterly sad.

[David Areyzaga · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! This is the best entry so far in this new arc. It has the right combination of mystery, laughs, suspense, and the ending, which I won’t spoil, left me shocked, but it felt earned. I truly think this is an interesting step to take, it can truly reshape Gotham, and mostly, Batman.

Can’t wait to read issue #4!

[Collin Katrell · Rating 5 out of 5]

This art is so captivating I have to read it twice. The story line is still bad ass! And we're only on issue #3?!?

[Amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short, not so sweet but so... so good