Plot Summary

Batman: Nightwalker

Marie Lu

Batman: Nightwalker

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018

Book Brief

Marie Lu

Batman: Nightwalker

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Gotham City • Contemporary

First Publication Year

2018

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In Batman: Nightwalker by Marie Lu, a young Bruce Wayne engages with the Nightwalkers, a group targeting Gotham's elite. While serving community service at Arkham Asylum, Bruce meets the enigmatic Madeleine Wallace. This encounter propels him into a deeper understanding of crime and justice, setting him on the path to becoming Batman.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Adventurous

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Batman: Nightwalker by Marie Lu captivates readers with its engaging portrayal of a young Bruce Wayne. The novel is praised for its fast-paced narrative and character development. However, some critiques point to predictability and a lack of depth in supporting characters. Overall, it provides an entertaining origin story for Batman fans.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Batman: Nightwalker?

Fans of Batman: Nightwalker by Marie Lu are likely young adults who enjoy gripping, character-driven tales with a mix of mystery and action. Similar readers might enjoy Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo or Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs for their blend of suspense and engaging protagonists.

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Gotham City • Contemporary

First Publication Year

2018

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

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