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Batman (1940-2011) #608
Batman (1940-2011) #608
Batman attempts to bring an end to the vile kidnapping of an innocent child. But suddenly, all hell breaks loose!
23 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 23, 2002
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Jeph Loeb
1,577 books1,392 followersJoseph "Jeph" Loeb III is an Emmy and WGA nominated American film and television writer, producer and award-winning comic book writer. Loeb was a Co-Executive Producer on the NBC hit show Heroes, and formerly a producer/writer on the TV series Smallville and Lost.
A four-time Eisner Award winner and five-time Wizard Fan Awards winner (see below), Loeb's comic book career includes work on many major characters, including Spider-Man, Batman, Superman, Hulk, Captain America, Cable, Iron Man, Daredevil, Supergirl, the Avengers, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, much of which he has produced in collaboration with artist Tim Sale, who provides the comic art seen on Heroes.
A four-time Eisner Award winner and five-time Wizard Fan Awards winner (see below), Loeb's comic book career includes work on many major characters, including Spider-Man, Batman, Superman, Hulk, Captain America, Cable, Iron Man, Daredevil, Supergirl, the Avengers, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, much of which he has produced in collaboration with artist Tim Sale, who provides the comic art seen on Heroes.
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August 2, 2025
Read as part of the Batman: Hush: DC Compact Comics Edition graphic novel. (Aug 1, 2025)
The collective review for the entire Batman: Hush storyline can be found on my review of the Batman: The Complete Hush.
The collective review for the entire Batman: Hush storyline can be found on my review of the Batman: The Complete Hush.
June 16, 2025
Batman #608 kicks off Hush, and reading it for the first time, I can already see why it’s such a big deal. The tone is instantly gripping, with a sharp mix of action, intrigue, and classic Gotham atmosphere. Jim Lee’s art is absolutely stunning—dynamic, detailed, and perfectly suited to the noir-meets-blockbuster vibe.
The rooftop scene with Catwoman is electric, and the dialogue crackles with tension and chemistry. The mystery is set up efficiently, pulling you in without over-explaining, and it leaves just enough threads to make you want to dive straight into the next issue.
An easy 5-star start—this already feels like it’s going to be something special.
The rooftop scene with Catwoman is electric, and the dialogue crackles with tension and chemistry. The mystery is set up efficiently, pulling you in without over-explaining, and it leaves just enough threads to make you want to dive straight into the next issue.
An easy 5-star start—this already feels like it’s going to be something special.
March 10, 2020
I feel like this is going to be a very "ME" problem- but the artwork here is actually "TOO GOOD" if that's possible.
I tend to move the images in comic panels as though it were an animated film. The thing though about Jim Lee's art, it's so good that I can't help but spend a considerable amount of time focusing and appreciating said art.
The effect this has on my reading experience is one stuck in slow-motion.
Again- tiny nitpick. So tiny in fact I realize what I'm asking is absurd. What is Jim Lee supposed to do? Make shittier art so I can have a slightly improved experience?
Nah.
I'm gonna adjust the way I read it.
Everything else is perfect. Art is beyond beautiful- everyone looks amazing. Find yourself someone who draws you like Jim Lee draws anyone.
Story is tight, writing is simple but maintains its weight. It's a bloody good time.
I tend to move the images in comic panels as though it were an animated film. The thing though about Jim Lee's art, it's so good that I can't help but spend a considerable amount of time focusing and appreciating said art.
The effect this has on my reading experience is one stuck in slow-motion.
Again- tiny nitpick. So tiny in fact I realize what I'm asking is absurd. What is Jim Lee supposed to do? Make shittier art so I can have a slightly improved experience?
Nah.
I'm gonna adjust the way I read it.
Everything else is perfect. Art is beyond beautiful- everyone looks amazing. Find yourself someone who draws you like Jim Lee draws anyone.
Story is tight, writing is simple but maintains its weight. It's a bloody good time.
December 5, 2023
Start of to Hush arc.
April 8, 2016
Great start! Excitement, thrills, action packed.. Great characters.. Oeh, and don't forget great artwork!! Don't wanna jump the gun, but I have a feeling "Hush" will be an interesting arc ;)
January 19, 2025
Batman #608, "Hush, Chapter One: The Ransom"
Jeph Loeb and Jim Lee begin their well-regarded Batman story, "Hush", with issue #608 of the main title. The establishing set piece is distinctively Batman in many ways - the Dark Knight takes down a room full of well trained hired hands in a precise manner denoting the high level of research he puts into understanding his foes. After a clash with Killer Croc to rescue a high value hostage, the ransom money is quickly snatched by Catwoman who flees the scene. Puzzled at her involvement, Batman pursues her but loses her quickly when his line snaps mysteriously. Catwoman turns over the loot to her mysterious benefactor - Poison Ivy.
It's a sparse opening chapter that reveals little, but reads mostly as a standard comic issue for the Caped Crusader. Jim Lee's artwork is utilized well to deliver the action, though I must say a lot of the paneling is pretty uninspired stuff. "Hush" has never been a favorite of mine, but as DC releases facsimile editions of the series, I plan to revisit it as monthly reads to see if my opinion on the story changes. So far, not so good.
Jeph Loeb and Jim Lee begin their well-regarded Batman story, "Hush", with issue #608 of the main title. The establishing set piece is distinctively Batman in many ways - the Dark Knight takes down a room full of well trained hired hands in a precise manner denoting the high level of research he puts into understanding his foes. After a clash with Killer Croc to rescue a high value hostage, the ransom money is quickly snatched by Catwoman who flees the scene. Puzzled at her involvement, Batman pursues her but loses her quickly when his line snaps mysteriously. Catwoman turns over the loot to her mysterious benefactor - Poison Ivy.
It's a sparse opening chapter that reveals little, but reads mostly as a standard comic issue for the Caped Crusader. Jim Lee's artwork is utilized well to deliver the action, though I must say a lot of the paneling is pretty uninspired stuff. "Hush" has never been a favorite of mine, but as DC releases facsimile editions of the series, I plan to revisit it as monthly reads to see if my opinion on the story changes. So far, not so good.
February 16, 2018
A great start to a great series. The art, the details, action scenes and... . I’m not saying that this is some kind of a masterpiece, what I’m saying is this is a good comic and don’t miss it.
I like how this comic is very detailed about what’s in the Batman’s head! He’s very calculated about everything like a true detective (like Sherlock Holmes). It gives so many details that you get sure no one else can be Batman by wearing his clothes! It’s a complete reference for someone who doesn’t know so much about this great character!
I like how this comic is very detailed about what’s in the Batman’s head! He’s very calculated about everything like a true detective (like Sherlock Holmes). It gives so many details that you get sure no one else can be Batman by wearing his clothes! It’s a complete reference for someone who doesn’t know so much about this great character!
March 7, 2025
Action packed introduction into Batman Hush. We see Batman save a young boy, and as he’s fighting Killer Croc he notices, something is off. Catwoman enters the scene and Batman follows her after getting the boy to safety….
May 17, 2020
It seems like a good introduction to a story. It was a good hook in the start that didn’t let the reader down.
May 25, 2021
77/100
October 24, 2021
Hush chapter 1-The Ransom
October 12, 2023
Good Start
March 5, 2025
"How would you say it...? PURRRRRFECT."
Issue one of my favorite Batman story of all-time. There's no coating it; I'm biased as can be. Wonderfully perfect in every way. Great starting issue where Batman encounters his rogues gallery and nothing makes sense. The start of a whole new mystery is afoot.
Issue one of my favorite Batman story of all-time. There's no coating it; I'm biased as can be. Wonderfully perfect in every way. Great starting issue where Batman encounters his rogues gallery and nothing makes sense. The start of a whole new mystery is afoot.
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November 5, 2023
ivy really called me out on the last panel with her being one of my first crushes as a kid 🫡
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