Batman: The Killing Joke (deluxe edition)

Synopsis -


"Batman: The Killing Joke" is perhaps the Batman's most terrifiying adventure to date. Batman's arch-nemises, the Joker, has escaped from prison and has yet again hatched a plan to wreck havoc on Gotham and more importantly attempt to destroy Batman's soul... And the Joker will go to any length to finally bring down Batman and have the last laugh. Is there a way to stop Joker or is this a night the "Dark knight" will not be able to survive?

Review -

"Batman: The killing joke- the deluxe edition" is an extremely well thought out graphic novel and is considered a rare treat for devoted comic-book readers. The novel itself has many brillant traits , but the two that stand out the most to the naked eye, are: the amazing story that the writer has so gorgously put toghether. And the simply sublime artwork and inks which some may consider to be a work of genius. Both the writer and the artist should be proud of their works and consider it to be a work of art.

The "Killing Joke" graphic novel must be credited for being unique. It has divulged in great detail what almost no Batman story has done before- The mysterious and extremely sinister origins of The Joker! These (Yes "these" origins) are given in the form of the Joker's perspective. This allows the readers to gain a key aspect of the Joker's personality- When it comes to the past not even the "Clown Prince of Crime" wants to look back.

However don't think this is night of crime is going the be easy on the caped crusader! Joker has carefully laid traps for "The Dark Knight" and the way Batman attempts to deal with these traps , will ultimitly reveal who Batman is at heart and if there really IS a spark of darkness inside his soul.

Verdict - 5/5

For everyone who collects Batman comics or even just like the characters of the Joker & Batman, "Batman: The killing joke- The deluxe edition" is the ultimate "Treasure chest of comics" and this magnifacient piece of literature which along with it's writers and artists deserves a place next to the Mona Lisa.

Angel by Cliff McNish

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Two girls are inextricably linked by destiny, not choice. Stephanie is friendless, strange, a misfit. Freya can't stop seeing angels.

But when one of those angels begins to stalk her, its shadow following her everywhere, Freya is forced to make decisions with a devastating reach - and from which there is no turning back.

Review -
I thought this book was great because it made me want to read on until the end. It was a very understanding book and I would read it again.

Verdict - 4 out of 5.

One to keep on the shelf for re-reads!

Shade's Children by Garth Nix

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In a furturistic urban wasteland, evil Overlords have decreed that no child shall live past the age of fourteen. Ella, Drum, Gold-eye and Ninde have all escaped this terrible fate and are recruited into a resistance movement by the mysterious Shade. Hunted ceaselessly bt savage, mutant creatures, Shade's children work together to discover the source of the Overlords' power. But as they get closer to their goal. they begin to question Shade's motives and objectives.

Review -
I thought this book was very good. It wasn't my usual type of book but I thoroughly enjoyed it! It has encouraged me to pick up another one of Garth Nix' books.

Verdict - 4 out of 5.

Wolverine Weapon X. by Marc Cerasini

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"Wolverine: Weapon X" is an action, adventure novel written for young people over 15. The novel was written by author Marc Cerasinni and is based on "Marvel's" comic book hero Wolverine. The novel follows the story of Logan ( Later known as Wolverine), a Canadian-born mutant, as ,through a series of flash backs, his dark past is reaveled. Wolverine's past is not the only thing reaveled by his tormentors. They also uncover his soul and test it to the very end of Logan's boundries


Review -

The outline of this story is well written and for people who may prefer books to films, this gives a much better look into the characters torment than the "X-Men" film franchise ever did (Apart from " the X-Men Origins- Wolverine" film)

Verdict - 5/5

Blind Beauty by K.M. Peyton

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Every once is a while a great race horse is born that will become famous throughout the land. Buffoon is such a horse. As a foal, he is raw-boned, awkward and ugly. He doesn't look like he's destined for glory, but appearances can be deceptive...

Tessa is no angel. She's wilful, rude and uncooperative. But then she has good reason to be. She and Buffoon share a special bond. A bond that endures through all the ups and downs of this thrilling horses story, told by an award-winning author.

Review -

This is an excellent story that goes beyond the usual horse story. Tessa is a great flawed character who grows in maturity through a sequence of up and down emotional events. It delves deepy into human relationships and strong bonds between humans and animals. It's a book that tells you that chasing your dreams even when no-one else believes or even supports can be worthwhile.

Verdict - 5 out of 5.

Rani and Sukh by Bali Rai

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Sukh reckons Rani is the most fanciable girl in school. She's got just the kind of look he goes for...
Rani can't stop thinking about either. Talk about fit. Beautiful amber-brown eyes, like pools you could jump into...
But Rani is a Sandhu, and Sukh is a Bains - and sometimes names can lead to terrible trouble...

Review -

I thought this book was exeptionally good! It is a story about two lovers who have to hide their secret. They are in love and it is forbidden! When their parents fianlly find out Sukh is killed by Rani's father and Rani is left to bring up their child.

Verdict - 5/5

Young Bond: Blood Fever by Charlie Higson

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An Eton boy's family disappear at sea. James uncovers a shadowy society operating in a hidden corner of the school. And far from England, in the bandit-infested interior of Sardina, a sinster Italian count has built himself a mountain fortress. Is there a connection?

Review - 

Blood Fever is the second book of the Young Bond series and is my favourite one! Count Ugo Carnifex, is a true Bond villain with an elaborate lair and scheme reflecting every inch of his megalomania. There are flashes of the 007 agent in James as he coolly defies the Count, finds allies that are bandits, and gets an adrenaline buzz by diving off high cliffs and driving fast cars. But the best part of the book is the whole scene with James being tortured with the deadliest animal in the world: mosquitoes.

Verdict - 5 out of 5.