Batman 66’ #17 Review –“Gasp! Batman Is Really Bruce Wayne?

Story

The Bookworm is on a trail for items to prove that Bruce and Dick really are Batman and Robin. So will he convince to the world their secret identities?

The Good

Once again there’s nothing good but the art.

The Bad

I didn’t like this issue either. It had the same problems as the last issue. I don’t think this arc needed to be a two-part story. Also saying Dick and Bruce are on vacation really shows they aren’t Batman 

and Robin. *Rolls eyes with sarcasm*

Verdict

I gave this issue a 2/3 out of 5/10 stars as well. It’s another boring Bookworm issue. It had the same complaints as last time, no action, dialogue or digital features. And since they really didn’t step it up next issue, I am really losing hope on this series. It really started with a strong run and now this series can’t seem to hold on any longer. I’m sure you won’t miss much you start skip this issue either.  

Batman 66’ #16 Review –“This Is Why People Never Read Novels, They Are Such a Bore!”

Story

The Bookworm invades Robin’s speech about donating money to The Gotham City Library and takes the checkbook with him. As Batman and Robin prepare to go after him, Bookworm discovers a book that has every known history of Batman. So will he ever find out Batman’s secret identity?

The Good

It’s another dubbed down issue with the only good thing is the art.

The Bad

I really don’t know what’s going on with this series. It’s really going on a downhill. Once again, boring dialogue, no action, no jokes or digital features. The Bookworm seems to be another uninteresting villain too. I also don’t understand Batman and Robin’s love for playing celebrity; shouldn’t it be blandly obvious they are Dick and Bruce? And why would Batman have a book lying around in the library that can reveal his identity?

Verdict

I gave this issue a 2/3 out 5/10 stars. This series is lately becoming a big disappointment. I don’t know what’s really happening here. We had a good issue last time. But now it’s back to being a Debbie downer. And what is it with no digital features again? Has the quality really gone down? If you don’t like Bookworm then I suggest you skip this one and the next one. You definitely won’t miss much.

Batman 66’ #15 Review –“Eartha Kitt, Catwoman Returns!”

Story

Commissioner Gordon hires his daughter to take over the Gotham Library. As it turns out Madame Kugar, the library’s interior decorator is Catwoman and it’s up to Batgirl to stop her. So, will Catwoman will be able to steal the Tiger Topaz or not?

The Good

I really enjoyed this issue.  It definitely step-up a notch from the last three issues. They had good use of the digital features especially when Batgirl and Catwoman are fighting. It rotates back and forth with the puffed air in the background. So, it really looked like they were fight. The art was very good as well with a lot of flashing colors. The story was great though, I even liked the dialogue and the idea of this Catwoman having her own secret identity. Because Eartha Kitt didn’t have in the TV series. So, it’s nice to distinguish her as her own character. I also liked that everyone was in-character. This was a perfect issue all around.

The Bad

I couldn’t find anything bad in here at all.

Verdict

I give this issue a 5/10 out of 5/10 stars. It’s a perfectly fun issue. You should definitely pick this one up. It had tons of great action and dialogue. It was great to see Eartha Kitt in this series, because she definitely had a personality of her own as Catwoman in the TV series. This is why she is a fan favorite. I was really afraid wasn’t going to be a part of this series because we already had the other Catwoman.  So, it great to have both characters in the series now and I’m hoping for them to actually meet. If you liked Eartha Kitt as Catwoman, then you definitely wouldn’t want to miss this issue!

Batman 66’ #14 Review –“Steven, Wake Up! What...What...I Thought We Were Done With This Story!?”

Story

Sandman has captured Batman and Robin to find out the secret location of the Batcave. Meanwhile this crooks are stealing jewelry and people’s primed possessions as the city has turned to sleep from Sandman’s sleeping gas. Will Batman and Robin escape their dream or will he reveal the location of the Batcave?

The Good

I don’t think there was anything good besides the art.

The Bad

I don’t know what happened to the digital features? They didn’t apparently use them in this issue either. This is another boring issue with Sandman. Once again there weren’t that many action scenes and no posing threat. I didn’t even see Batman saving the city. He just beats up Sandman as soon as he wakes up, story end.

Verdict

I gave this issue a 2/3 out 5/10 stars. I really don’t know what’s going on with this series. The quality has really dubbed down here. Barely any action, jokes or digital features to hold on to. I don’t see this issue is worth getting at all. Its better off you wait to the next issue with Batgirl, that issue is tons of fun.

Batman 66’ #13 Review –“The Story That Really Makes You Sleep”

Story

The Sandman kidnaps Chief O’ Hara and it’s up to Batman and Robin to save him. So, will they find him or will they be captured instead?

The Good

It’s another boring issue that ends up being worse than the last. The only good thing here is the art and I like the new colors for Sandman’s coat. Because the brown or khaki color never worked for him in the TV series.

The Bad

This story felt like a snooze or maybe because Sandman is doing to me. (Laughs) But seriously, there are no funny jokes, boring dialogue or digital features which, is strange. I thought they would use it especially when Sandman enters his mind.  There was no action here either and The Sandman seems to be a boring villain.

Verdict

I gave this issue 2/3 out of 5/10 stars. It’s a pretty boring story that really makes you fall asleep. If the story doesn’t interest you, you can definitely skip this one and the next one because the story continues. You won’t miss much and you’re better off waiting until the Batgirl storyline.  

Batman 66’ #12 Review –“The Clock Is Ticking.”

Story

After capturing The Mad Hatter, Batman and Robin discovered that someone has been tinkering with the clock tower in London. It turns out to be The Clock King! So, will they stop Clock King’s evil-doing?

The Good

I felt this issue was just simple, nothing really spectacular went on. It still had good art and use of digital features.

The Bad

This issue was the typical good guys goes after bad guys and wins story which was the main problem. There were no funny jokes anywhere and Batman and Robin had no struggles to fight. It was just all too easy. They didn’t add anything to The Clock King besides being Mad Hatter’s brother which doesn’t change anything. It just became too boring with this story.

Verdict

I give this issue a 3/7 out of 5/10 stars. It’s a simple boring story with nothing exciting happening. You probably won’t miss anything if you skip this book. But if you do it won’t be a total waste because this story isn’t terrible. It’s just too simple. 

Batman 66’ #11 Review –“It’s Time for a Mad Hatter Driving Course!”

Story

Mad Hatter is getting away with his flying hat and it’s up to Batman to catch him with the help of Robin and Alfred! So will they catch him or let him get away with his evil deeds?

The Good

This is issue is just as good as the last. It has the good humor interaction with the citizens of London and Batman. There’s also a lot of use for the digital features with neat splash pages. So this is a very funny action packed issue you will enjoy.

The Bad

The only problem I had is why Alfred didn’t drive the car instead of Robin? He would have done a better job than Robin because Robin is a pretty bad driver. (Laughs)

Verdict

I give this issue a 4/9 out of 5/10 stars. It’s a really good issue with all the same humor and action as last issue. The only disappointment is Alfred being used as a passenger. But despite that it’s a great issue you will enjoy for sure. So, I recommend picking this one up.