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Summary: For Comic Fans Mostly
Review: I read comics regularly but not the Batman titles per se. I was familiar with the concept of the No Man's Land but not all the details. This novel did a good job at summarizing a years worth of storylines from over five books, making it a coherent and entertaining story.My biggest complaint, though, is how the characters are described - or better yet how they are not. In other comic book related novels, the writer takes the time when a costumed character is introduced describe what the character is wearing. This helps the reader visualize the character. Mr. Rucka, however, assumes the reader is familiar with what Batman, Robin, Two-Face and the Joker look like (which is fine, but the casual reader may not know what kind of costume Nightwing, the Huntress and Harley Quinn might wear). This is the one real flaw I found in this novelization. If you are not a comic reader, better at least catch a few cartoons on the WB to familiarize yourself with the visuals on some of the main players in the book.
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Summary: Good Comic Becomes Very Good Novel
Review: The "No Man's Land" were better than they had a right to be (the idea behind them is still absurd), in part because Rucka wrote comics as though they were novels. Now he has written a novel that doesn't try to be a comic in disguise. He brings the characters to life, brings the hyperbole of the comics under control, and provides a textbook on how to turn comics into novels. The question is, who's going to read this? Rucka's fans certainly should, as should Bat-fans of all stripes. If you like good SF or good crime fiction, give this a try.
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Summary: One word...Wow!
Review: Forget about the film versions of Batman, (except maybe the first one), forget about Adam West's Batman, THIS IS BATMAN! I was familiar with the plot of No Man's Land prior to reading the book and was pleasantly surprised and very impressed by Greg Rucka's novelization. As another reviewer mentioned, Rucka really gets you inside of the character's heads. The supporting cast of characters all contribute greatly to the plot and there are enough twists and turns to keep die hard Batman fans turning the pages. This story is the culmination of 10 years of Batman comics history - from Batman: Year One, through The Killing Joke, through the Knightfall saga. You won't be disappointed!
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Summary: What happens Next?
Review: What happens next? That is what keeps comics alive. The Batman phenomenon has renewed it's self over and over again. No Mans Land is one of these renewing events that bring new life to an old hero. I found this to be one of the better collections that DC has put together. The story and graphics have enough action and mystery to keep you reading. You won't want to put this one down till you're done. This is a refreshing change of atmosphere that provides an exciting new story for the new millennium.
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Summary: One of the best books
Review: Batman: No Man's Land, is one of the best books I have ever read. When I bought the book, I had no idea there was even a comic about the same thing. I bought it because I love Batman and I figured a novel would be a great thing to read. I am glad I chose to read this and if you love Batman this is a great piece of writing to read. And if you don't love Batman, this book may change your mind. Greg Rucka deserves a prize!
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Summary: A wonderful book!
Review: I was very pleased with Mr. Rucka's adaptation of the No Man's Land Saga. He pulled together a lot of story elements and created a wonderful narrative. I particularly enjoyed the "excerpts" from Barbara Gordon's journal. You don't have to be a fan of comics to enjoy this novel, but if you like Batman, you'll truly appreciate Mr. Rucka's contribution to the mythos.
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Summary: A true Batman epic
Review: Taking place over the course of a whole year, with a huge cast of characters and multiple subplots, No Man's Land is the perfect Batman story to be turned into a novel. Greg Rucka manages to take over fifty separate comics, by many different writers and artists, and not only effectively translate them into prose, but also into one consistent, cohesive narrative. He seems to do a good job introducing the various characters for readers who aren't familiar with all the members of the Batman Family, but I'm probably not the best judge, since I read the comics regularly. Make no mistake: this is a Batman novel for folks who enjoy the character. The whole No Man's Land premise is pretty extreme, but no more so than the idea of a guy dressed as a flying rodent fighting a clown. But who goes looking to stories about costumed superheroes for naturalistic documents of society? In a lot of ways, this is the ultimate Batman story: How does a man who decides to work outside the law function when the system of law breaks down? As a fictional examination of how society would behave if all the traditional infrastructures disappeared, featuring familiar characters from popular culture, this book works just fine. Call it science fiction, call it a metaphor, call it a fantasy or a comic book without pictures. It's still a lot of fun.
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Summary: They've ruined Batman
Review: This story marked the end of the long runs of Batman writers Doug Moench, Chuck Dixon, and Alan Grant. It brought in a whole new team of wriers who destroy Gothom City and then rebuild it withweak storylines and overhyped plots that get resolved poorly. It's become standard DC policy to ruin all their characters and now they've done it with Batman. What a shame.
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Summary: HOLY URBAN NEGLECT!
Review: The sad thing about this excellent storyline is if the right-wing nutsos that took over this country in the 80's had their way in the 70's, New York City might have been abandoned in exactly the same way that Gotham City is here!
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Summary: Way over written
Review: Mr. Rucka tries to put too much detail into the the circumstances surrounding the destruction of Gothom City and the long months that the place is a No Man's Land. It made no sense that the Federal Goverment refused to give Gothom relief funds and blow up the bridges, cutting the city off from america. That's one of the most least beliveable story ideas ever attempted with Batman. Forget this book and stick with a classic, like Frank Miller's DARK KNIGHT RETURNS.
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