Batgirl Vol. 8: The Joker War

The Joker is almost in control of Wayne Enterprises, and he visits Barbara Gordon's apartment to get something he needs. A mysterious murderer is killing redheaded women and dressing them up as Batgirl, and Barbara's father and brother must work together to find the killer before Barbara becomes a victim. Barbara has trouble trusting her brother, but she notices something different about him.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 168 pages
Publication date: 29 August 2023
Publisher: DC Comics

The Clown Prince of Crime, the Joker, emerges as the central figure amidst the chaos of the Joker War, which has engulfed Gotham. With his grasp on Wayne Enterprises tightening, the Joker makes a daring visit to Barbara Gordon's apartment, seeking to possess something vital that he desires. Meanwhile, a mysterious murderer is on the loose, targeting redheaded women and dressing them up as Batgirl. Barbara's father, Jim Gordon, and her estranged brother, James Gordon Jr., are deeply concerned for her safety, as they believe she is the next target. Determined to protect her, they join forces to unravel the identity of the killer before it's too late.

Barbara finds it challenging to trust her brother, as he has a history of conflicts with the rest of the Gordon family. However, something peculiar catches her attention about him. There's an undeniable sense that he is not who he appears to be. It's as if he's hiding a secret identity, someone else entirely.

As the stakes rise, Barbara must confront the truth about her brother and the dangerous game he is playing. The Joker's plans are more intricate than ever, and the fate of Gotham hangs in the balance. In this climactic conclusion to the Batgirl: The Joker War series, award-winning writer Cecil Castellucci (Female Furies), artist Carmine Di Giandomenico (The Flash), and Robbi Rodriguez (Spider-Gwen, Goddess Mode) bring the Batgirl epic and the heart-wrenching Gordon family reunion to a breathtaking conclusion. Collects Batgirl #45-50.

Weight: 280g
Dimension: 257 x 168 x 7 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781779521132