1
of
1
The Joker Vol. 1
Ratings/reviews counts are updated frequently.
Check link for latest rating. ( 916 ratings, 128 reviews)
Book Hero Magic crafted this summary to help describe this book. While it's new and still
learning, it may not be perfect - your
feedback is welcome!
Summary
Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
TEMPORARILY OUT OF STOCK
Please add to wishlist to be notified when back in stock
Sorry, we're currently out of stock of The Joker Vol. 1. Please add to your Wishlist and we'll send you an email as soon as it's back in stock.
Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?
Latest News
Lizzy's Top 5 Board Games
Lizzy is sharing her top 5 Board Games including her favourite cooperative games, two-player options,...
New Hero Alert! Meet Jade - our new Warehouse Sidekick
Weโre thrilled to welcome Jade to the Book Hero team! Itโs not always easy to...
Self-Help for People Pleasers (Yes you!)
People pleasing something you struggle with? Whether I can or can't relate is absolutely beside...
Celebrating Roald Dahl and the team's favourite stories
Roald Dahl day takes place on September 13th and the Book Hero team is reflecting...
Meet Serena: The Month I Finally Started Reading Again
After months of being stuck in a reading slump, Serena set herself one simple goal...
See moreBatman: The Joker War was only the beginning!
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and
still learning, it may not be perfect - your
feedback is welcome!
Description
Batman: The Joker War was only the beginning!
Arkham Asylum has been attacked and all eyes are on the Joker. A mysterious benefactor hires former Gotham City Police Commissioner Jim Gordon to go on a global manhunt to catch...and possibly kill...the Clown Prince of Crime!
But nothing with the Joker is ever as easy as it seems. What Gordon finds and what the Joker wants him to see...will change his perspective on the world forever. And he's not the only one who wants the Joker found...
Who are the wicked Sampson family? And who is Vengeance, daughter of Bane, striking fear into the world's heart?!
Brought to you by the all-star creative team behind Batman: Their Dark Designs, James Tynion IV and Guillem March, this volume includes a special Year One flashback issue co-written with Matthew Rosenberg (Legends of the Dark Knight) and Francesco Francavilla (Batman: The Black Mirror).
Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
The Joker Vol. 1 has received praise for its gripping narrative and intricate character development, focusing on the psychological depth of its infamous protagonist. The artwork by Guillem March is noted for its sharp detail and captures the chaotic essence of the Joker's world. James Tynion IV's writing is highlighted for adding a fresh perspective to the familiar Gotham landscape, making it a captivating read for graphic novel enthusiasts.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781779516923
Publisher: DC Comics
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 25 October 2022
Country: United States
Imprint: DC Comics
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 168.0mm
Height: 259.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 144
Collections
About the Author
James Tynion IV started in the comics business assisting Scott Snyder in writing backup stories for Snyder's groundbreaking Batman series. Tynion soon began writing Talon, a series that spun out of the hugely popular "The Court of Owls" story line. He has also written Detective Comics, Constantine- The Hellblazer, and Red Hood and the Outlaws and is currently at the helm of Justice League Dark.
Also by Guillem March
View all-
Harley Quinn & the Gotham City Sirens
Graphic novels to read anywhereโDC Compact Comics collect DC's bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size! Harley Quinn & the Gotham City Sirens features Catwoman, Poison Ivy, and Harley Quinn, who are tired of playing by other people's rules, regardless of which side of the law they're on. They have a new agenda that's all their own, and they'll...Paperback$2100Elsewhere:$2300Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Joker Vol. 2
The Joker Vol. 2 is on the run and James Gordon is tracking right behind him! Following the events of The Joker Vol. 1 (Infinite Frontier and the Joker War), the Joker is on the run and now he's off to Europe?! Jim Gordon pursues the madman, but the seeds of doubt begin to sprout...if the Joker didn't gas Arkham...HardbackSold Out
Also by James Tynion IV
View all-
DC vs. Vampires Vol. 1
The war for Earth isn't beginning... it's already here! It's the heroes of the DC Universe against the undead in an epic fight for the very survival of the human race! The Justice League has long protected Earth from all manner of foreign and alien invaders over the years, always keeping a vigilant eye to the skies for the next...Hardback$4500Elsewhere:$5000Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Batman Vol. 2: The Joker War
Batman Vol. 2: The Joker War sees the Clown Prince of Crime battle the Dark Knight Detective head-to-head for the last time. One way or another, this will be the final chapter of their agelong conflict. The Joker has never truly desired victory over Batman; he's always extended the conflict. However, now his motivations have changed, and his plan to...Hardback$4400Elsewhere:$4800Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Sandman Universe: Nightmare Country
Return to the world of Neil Gaiman's seminal epic The Sandman, in a new series starring fan-favourite character the Corinthian, and written by horror comics superstar James Tynion IV! Sometimes, Nightmares walk the Earth. Dream of the Endless is the unquestioned lord of all that happens when we sleep, including his most solemn duty, the creation of nightmares. It was...Paperback$3600Elsewhere:$4000Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Batman Vol. 5: Fear State
Gotham City is on the brink of martial law as Batman fights a two-front battle. The Scarecrow is unleashing a devastating attack on the city, while the Magistrate have made their move to invade! The Batman - The Joker War creative team of James Tynion IV and Jorge Jimenez continue their epic run with Gotham City on the brink of...Hardback$4400Elsewhere:$4800Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Sandman Universe: Nightmare Country
Return to the world of Neil Gaiman's seminal epic The Sandman, in a new series starring fan-favourite character, the Corinthian, and written by horror comics superstar James Tynion IV! Sometimes, Nightmares walk the Earth. Dream of the Endless is the unquestioned lord of all that happens when we sleepโincluding his most solemn duty, the creation of nightmares. It was his...Hardback$5900Elsewhere:$6500Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Let This One Be a Devil Volume 1
From the New York Times bestseller and multi-Eisner award-winner James Tynion IV (Something is Killing the Children, The Nice House on the Lake, The Department of Truth) and Eisner award-nominated Steve Foxe (Razorblades, All Eight Eyes) comes this ambitious comic book experience depicting bizarre stories of Cryptid encounters. In the early 1900s, Henry Naughton returns home to the family farm...Paperback$5200Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Ghost-Maker/Clownhunter by James Tynion IV
Ghost-Maker/Clownhunter by James Tynion IV continues Clownhunter's brutal mission to hunt down all the clowns from The Joker War! The untrained but focused vigilante stalks a boss-level clown, but his luck might be running out as he walks into an ambush set by Punchline! In a horrific parallel to his days at Gotham Academy, Clownhunter finds himself overwhelmed and outgunned......Paperback$4500Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Oddly Pedestrian Life of Christopher Chaos Volume 3
From James Tynion IV, the New York Times bestselling and multi-Eisner award-winning creator of Something is Killing the Children, and Batgirl's Tate Brombal comes this terrifying new arc of the hit GLAAD Media award-nominated comics series! The Oddly Pedestrian Life of Christopher Chaos is an LGBTQ+, horror-hero, coming-of-age comics series that's Invincible meets Doom Patrol, that's a great jumping on...Paperback$5000Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Wynd Book Four: The Power of the Blood
The thrilling final chapter in the Eisner Award-nominated fantasy saga from GLAAD Media Award-winning writer James Tynion IV and acclaimed illustrator Michael Dialynas. As the final thrilling chapter of Wynd takes flight, the King's reign is coming to a close, with Pipetown unaware of what awaits them. Meanwhile, the Faeriekind mobilises for war! In the face of dire odds, Zedra...Paperback$3000Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Batman by James Tynion IV Omnibus Vol. 2
With a city on the brink and a legend under siege, James Tynion IV's explosive Gotham saga reaches its breaking point in this era-defining omnibus. Gotham teeters on the edge of transformation as the Dark Knight confronts a terrifying new vision of the future. With the rise of the authoritarian Magistrate and the return of a more-dangerous-than-ever Scarecrow, Batman is...Hardback$33000Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Batman Black & White
The world is simple. There's good. There's evil. And there's still... Batman Black & White! This Eisner Award-winning anthology series returns with all-new tales of mystery, mayhem, and madness from some of the finest and most innovative storytellers to explore the Batman mythos in stark black and white! James Tynion IV and Tradd Moore explore the world of Ra's al...HardbackSold Out -
The Nice House on the Lake Vol. 1
With Something Is Killing the Children and The Department of Truth, James Tynion IV has changed the face of horror in modern comicsโnow get ready for his most ambitious story yet, alongside his Detective Comics partner รlvaro Martinez Bueno! Eisner Award Winner 2022, Best New Series Everyone who was invited to the house knows Walterโwell, they know him a little,...PaperbackSold Out
More from Graphic Novels
View all-
New ReleaseHeartstopper Volume 6
Read it before you see it: Heartstopper Forever movie coming soon from Netflix Boy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. The final installment in the bestselling LGBTQ+ graphic novel series about life, love, and everything that happens in between. Everyone in school knows Nick and Charlie. Everyone knows they're going to be togetherforever. But Charlie's busy with...Paperback$2499Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
Lightfall: A Place Between
In the fourth installment of the award-winning, critically acclaimed Lightfall series, Bea, Cad, and their friends continue their quest to restore light on their dark world. Perfect for fans of Amulet and Avatar, this next book dives deeper into the magical world of Irpa, where ancient secrets and adventures abound.After surviving a shipwreckย on the Fuerre Sea, Cad washes ashore on...Paperback$1900Elsewhere:$2699Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
One Piece Box Set 1: East Blue and Baroque Works
A premium box set of the first two story arcs of One Piece, one of the most beloved and bestselling manga series of all time! As a child, Monkey D. Luffy dreamed of becoming King of the Pirates. His life took a dramatic turn when he accidentally consumed the Gum-Gum Fruit, an enchanted Devil Fruit that granted him the incredible...Paperback$31500Elsewhere:$41000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
My Hero Academia Box Set 1
Midoriya inherits the superpower of the worldโs greatest hero, but greatness wonโt come easy. Collect the first 20 volumes of the bestselling My Hero Academia manga in this heroic box set! Also includes a full-colour double-sided poster and an exclusive 48-page booklet featuring the never-before-seen bonus illustrations and author commentary printed on volume 1โ20โs book covers in Japan!Paperback$25900Elsewhere:$35500Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
Pre-orderFourth Wing The Graphic Novel: Volume One
The first volume of a stunning graphic novel edition of the no. 1ย Sunday Timesย phenomenon,ย Fourth Wing,ย adapted by Rebecca Yarros herself!ย ย This deluxe hardcover edition features a shimmering metallic, foil-stamped cover design, plus an exclusive art print of Violet and Xaden's first kiss, packaged in a stylish slipcase.ย Enter the brutal and elite world of a war college for dragon riders as...Slipcase Hardback$11000Elsewhere:$12000Unit price /UnavailableOut 6 Apr 2027Pre-order -
One Piece (Omnibus Edition), Vol. 1
One Piece (Omnibus Edition), Vol. 1 by Eiichiro Oda invites readers on an exhilarating journey across the vast and treacherous oceans. Follow the ambitious young pirate, Monkey D. Luffy, and his eclectic crew as they embark on an epic quest to uncover the legendary treasure known as the One Piece, a prize that will crown its possessor as the King...Paperback$2400Elsewhere:$2899Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
One Piece Box Set 2: Skypiea and Water Seven
One Piece Box Set 2: Skypiea and Water Seven by Eiichiro Oda is a magnificent collection that continues the epic adventure of Monkey D. Luffy and his diverse and dynamic crew as they strive to reach the pinnacle of pirate greatness. This premium box set, a must-have for any manga enthusiast, includes volumes 24-46 and seamlessly transitions readers through the...Paperback$32900Elsewhere:$41000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
Detective Beans and the Case of the Missing Hat
In this hilarious full-colour graphic novel, Detective Beans and the Case of the Missing Hat by Li Chen, readers are introduced to Cat Town's best kitten detective on a new and exciting adventure. When Detective Beans realises his favourite hat has gone missing, he quickly jumps into action to crack the case. Armed with his wit, determination, and a love...Paperback$1900Elsewhere:$2200Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
MrBallen Presents: Where Nightmares Live
From the New York Times bestselling author and creator of the hit MrBallen Podcast and YouTube channel comes a vividly illustrated graphic novel featuring nine spine-chilling stories, based on real events, of the horror that lurks within the unknown. In MrBallen Presents: Where Nightmares Live, John Allen, known popularly as MrBallen, returns with another heart-stopping collection of strange and mysterious...Hardback$4400Elsewhere:$5500Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
Jujutsu Kaisen, Vol. 1
Jujutsu Kaisen, Vol. 1 by Gege Akutami introduces readers to the gripping world of jujutsu sorcery and supernatural battles. This first volume sets the stage for an explosive adventure that intertwines the fate of humans and cursed spirits. In a world where cursed spirits, malevolent entities born from human negative emotions, prey on the unsuspecting, fragments of the legendary demon...Paperback$1900Elsewhere:$2099Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
Wings of Fire the Graphic Novel - The First Seven Books
Not every dragonet wants a destiny . . . Clay has grown up under the mountain, chosen along with four other dragonets to fulfill a mysterious prophecy and end the war between the dragon tribes of Pyrrhia. He's not so sure about the prophecy part, but Clay can't imagine not living with the other dragonets; they're his best friends. So...Paperback$9000Elsewhere:$11000Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
New ReleaseDungeon Crawler Carl, Vol. 1 (Graphic Novel)
The LitRPG fantasy smash hit phenomenon and New York Times bestseller, Dungeon Crawler Carl, is now a graphic novel for the very first time! The Apocalypse WILL be televised! You know whatโs worse than breaking up with your girlfriend? Getting stuck on a sadistic alien game show with her cat. Join Carl and Princess Donut as they try to survive...Paperback$3399Elsewhere:$4699Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today
Why buy from us?
Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!
Service & Delivery
Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 100,000 books, toys, board games and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.
Auckland Bookstore
We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.
Our Gifting Service
Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.
Graphic Novels lists from the team
Explore our curated lists from our heroes to find your next read!
-
![]()
![]()
![]()
Lizzy's listGraphic Novels
Lizzy's Top Graphic Novel Picks for Dad
Here are 20 (+ 1 extra) awesome graphic novels that Dad might love (or maybe you!!). Thinking about Father's Day, a birthday,...View the list -
![]()
![]()
![]()
Lizzy's listGraphic Novels
Graphic Novels that you will love as much as your kids!
These graphic novels are great for the whole family - sometimes funny, beautifully illustrated, or just genius story telling in graphic novel...View the list -
![]()
![]()
![]()
Shirl's listGraphic Novels
Top Manga Box Sets
Build your manga collection with our top box set picks! Packed with bestselling series, special extras and hours of reading. These are...View the list
