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This was the
first title in which Batman appeared, nearly sixty years ago (Detective
Comics #27). As the title implies, this comic is about detectives, so
it includes Robin and the Batman supporting cast (like the various members
of the Gotham City Police Department, Nightwing, or The Huntress). Detective
Comics is also part of the Batman continuity, so it includes parts of
the ongoing saga of Jim Gordon's life, his demotion, resignation, and his
running (before dropping out) for mayor of Gotham City. The election was
held in January 96's titles, and Marion Grange, whom Gordon had put his
support behind, won the job as mayor. Jim Gordon was reinstated as
Commissioner, and Sarah Gordon became the liaison between Grange and the
GCPD.
The stories here usually do involve more detective work,
where the story's clues are quite as straightforward. The most recent
issue of this title actually didn't include Batman at all! Instead, it
showed Bruce Wayne stopping several crimes as himself. This title usually
includes more of the daily routine of Bruce's life, like dealing with his neighbor
Dev. This title is probably the best title to read, if you could only pick
one, and like good, solid, stories. The writing is amazing (Chuck Dixon,
who also writes Robin, is amazing!)
and the artwork is always excellent. |
