Batwoman

by Greg Rucka

[Quirky Cat]

Summary:

Kate Kane is Batwoman. Her path to get to this point was less direct than some, but this is the persona that fits her best. More importantly, this mantle enables her to help others and take a stand for what matters most.

It also puts Kate in the perfect position to learn more about her past. More about what happened to her mother and sister. Ideally, it'll put her in a position to hunt down those that hurt them.

Review:

Kate Kane (Batwoman) is one of my favorites of the Bat characters. So, obviously, I love reading her series. I think this is my second or third time reading through it all – but it's been a bit, so now it seems right. Plus, I apparently never reviewed them, so there's that.

Batwoman: Elegy is a strong start to this tale. Most of the story is wrapped up in the Detective Comics series, so it's nice to have everything consolidated here for easy reading (thank you, collected volumes). This volume has SO many emotional highs. We have the multifaceted truth of Kate's backstory – from tragedy to her career as a soldier. We also have her current venture as Batwoman and all its complications.

I'm trying to say that Batwoman: Elegy is a heady and delightful mixture of storytelling and action. Kate's story is highly emotional, pushing her forward (feel familiar?). The complication of Alice (and everything she represents) further adds to this. Most readers probably know where this part of the story leads, but I won't spoil it, just in case. I will tell you that it is one hell of a ride.

Highlights:
Batwoman early days
LGBT+
Superheroes
Twins

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