Batman, Vol. 1: Failsafe

Absolutely some of the best Batman we've had in a long time. The main story arc Failsafe has the tone of an early Scott Snyder tale. Plenty of comic callbacks while in itself adding much to the long history of Batman. Does a lot with Batman's relationship with the Justice League, will work especially well for fans of “Tower of Babel”. An especially great one for fans of Robin, I myself found that aspect to be a highlight.

Zdarsky also impresses with the unbelievable backup story I am a Gun. With breathtaking artwork (Leonardo Romero) that evokes both Mazzucchelli and Dick Sprang. A psychological tale about Batman's invention ofZ ur-En-Arrh, this story is the highlight of the book for me personally.