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Batman: Detective Comics Vol. 1: Mercy of the Father
  • Published: 7 October 2025
  • ISBN: 9781799501831
  • Imprint: DC Comics
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 184
  • RRP: $37.99
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Batman: Detective Comics Vol. 1: Mercy of the Father

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7 Oct 2025
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15 July 2025
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Over the years, the Caped Crusader has faced down foes of all different shapes and sizes, from killer mutants to cosmic deities and everything in between. Now, however, he finds himself staring down an enemy like never before: The cold and uncaring march of time!

Over the years, the Caped Crusader has faced down foes of all different shapes and sizes, from killer mutants to cosmic deities and everything in between. Now, however, he finds himself staring down an enemy like never before: The cold and uncaring march of time!

Batman confronts his own mortality and uncovers a far-reaching and deadly conspiracy in the process that threatens the very heart of Gotham City. How far will the Dark Knight go to ensure he is able to stand vigil over his home for decades to come? And what price will he have to pay?  

Collects Detective Comics #1090-1096
  • Published: 7 October 2025
  • ISBN: 9781799501831
  • Imprint: DC Comics
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 184
  • RRP: $37.99
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About the authors

Tom Taylor

Tom Taylor is a #1 New York Times bestselling and award-winning author, BAFTA-nominated screenwriter, and GLAAD Award nominee. He’s written for DCeased, Suicide Squad, Spider-Man, X-Men, and more. His comics have sold over 8 million copies in the US—and over 10 million globally. He is also the co-creator, executive producer, and lead writer of the animated series the Deep, which is based on his graphic novels and can be seen in over 140 countries. He lives with his family in Australia, but you can visit him at tomtaylormade.com or follow him on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook @TomTaylorMade.
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