Batman: The Killing Joke



    Batman: The Killing Joke is a comic book originally released in 1988 (long time ago), but since has had multiple recolored updated versions, including the deluxe hardcover released in 2008 which also released a film adaptation. This story of Batman follows, Batman (obviously) but mainly the Joker, as he trying to drive while we see flashbacks, revealing how the Joker went from a failed comedian to a villain. 
Quick Summary
    After escaping from Arkham Asylum he purchases a old and abandoned amusement park, planning to bring commissioner Gordon here. He first goes to commissioner Gordons house and shoots his daughter, also known as Batgirl, leaving her paralyzed  He then kidnaps Gordon and takes him to the amusement park, where he puts him through psychological torture, including forcing him to view photos of his hurt daughter. The Joker’s main goal is to prove that one bad day can make anyone be driven to madness just like him. Meanwhile, Batman is rushing to find the Joker and save Gordon before it’s too late.

Eventually, Batman finds the Joker and confronts him. The story ends on an mysterious note, with Batman and the Joker sharing a laugh in the rain leaving readers to wonder what truly happened in the very end.

    Personally I have read multiple Batman comics and this is not up there but it is for sure a solid book to read, just to learn more about the Joker and to have a good time reading. In the end I would rate this a 7.5/10.

-Diken

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