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# Batman: Mad Love and Other Stories

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desertcart.com: Batman: Mad Love and Other Stories: 9781401231156: Dini, Paul, Timm, Bruce, Various: Books

Review: It's a Mad, Mad, Mad Love - Most of the characters that appeared in Batman: The Animated Series were taken from Batman's long history in comic books. But one of the most popular, Harley Quinn, was created specifically for the show. So it was something of an event when Dini and Timm decided it was time to bring Harley off of the screen and into print for the first time. The result was Mad Love, which tells how an ambitious young psychiatrist falls in love with the Joker and turns to a life of crime. The story not only tells Harley's origin, but also covers her attempt to eliminate what she thinks is the one obstacle to a long and happy life with "Mistah J" by killing the Batman. I have to admit that I prefer Harley in her original TV form to seeing her in the comics. The reason, quite simply, is that her bombastic personality and high energy persona can never come across to their fullest extent in a series of static images and word balloons. Does that mean that Mad Love is a failure? Not hardly. The essence of both Harley and the Joker are on full display here and Batman is the third leg of their not-quite-romantic triangle. Dini and Timm spent years on B:TAS proving that they understand the Batman mythos as well as anyone and better than most and that knowledge is put to good use here with spot-on characterizations and a story that balances humor with tension, and never fails to entertain. In addition to Mad Love, there are a number of other stories culled from the Batman Adventures comic. One highlight is Jolly Ol' St. Nicholas which shows Harvey Bullock undercover as a department store Santa Claus. It's a classic comedy that also spotlights the Barbara Gordon version of Batgirl. The other standout is Two of a Kind. Two Face is cured of his deformity by a beautiful plastic surgeon and is released from Arkham. He plans to marry his doctor and live happily ever after but you just know it won't be that easy for him, but I won't give away any of the major plot developments from there. Suffice to say that it's a well done short story with plenty of pathos at the end. Mad Love is an excellent story that is a must have for any Harley Quinn fan. To get the original comic book costs several times the price of this new edition and the additional stories make the value of this collection even more compelling. The book should appeal to nearly anyone who enjoys Batman or Joker as well Harley. Who wouldn't like it? Someone who can only be happy looking for a dark and gritty Batman: The Dark Knight Returns type of story. Everyone else can dive in and enjoy.
Review: Amazing book. This is the real "deluxe" edition. - The main story is of course the main draw here, and it is truly one of the best Batman stories ever told. But this book also features other stories, hence the name, from various annuals and anthology series. All are worth the purchase. Not to mention a foreword by Paul Dini, anot afterword by Bruce Timm, sketches, cover gallery, all that good stuff. DC recently released "Mad Love Deluxe Edition" and I implore you not to be swindled by that malarky. It's actually just Mad Love without the "Other Stories" or sweet bonus materials. It has other bonus materials but they're mostly sketches and things with no actual word from the creators, and it's more expensive. Stick with this edition.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,145,125 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #2,179 in DC Comics & Graphic Novels #2,625 in Mystery Graphic Novels #12,881 in Superhero Comics & Graphic Novels |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 646 Reviews |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's a Mad, Mad, Mad Love
*by J***E on June 16, 2009*

Most of the characters that appeared in Batman: The Animated Series were taken from Batman's long history in comic books. But one of the most popular, Harley Quinn, was created specifically for the show. So it was something of an event when Dini and Timm decided it was time to bring Harley off of the screen and into print for the first time. The result was Mad Love, which tells how an ambitious young psychiatrist falls in love with the Joker and turns to a life of crime. The story not only tells Harley's origin, but also covers her attempt to eliminate what she thinks is the one obstacle to a long and happy life with "Mistah J" by killing the Batman. I have to admit that I prefer Harley in her original TV form to seeing her in the comics. The reason, quite simply, is that her bombastic personality and high energy persona can never come across to their fullest extent in a series of static images and word balloons. Does that mean that Mad Love is a failure? Not hardly. The essence of both Harley and the Joker are on full display here and Batman is the third leg of their not-quite-romantic triangle. Dini and Timm spent years on B:TAS proving that they understand the Batman mythos as well as anyone and better than most and that knowledge is put to good use here with spot-on characterizations and a story that balances humor with tension, and never fails to entertain. In addition to Mad Love, there are a number of other stories culled from the Batman Adventures comic. One highlight is Jolly Ol' St. Nicholas which shows Harvey Bullock undercover as a department store Santa Claus. It's a classic comedy that also spotlights the Barbara Gordon version of Batgirl. The other standout is Two of a Kind. Two Face is cured of his deformity by a beautiful plastic surgeon and is released from Arkham. He plans to marry his doctor and live happily ever after but you just know it won't be that easy for him, but I won't give away any of the major plot developments from there. Suffice to say that it's a well done short story with plenty of pathos at the end. Mad Love is an excellent story that is a must have for any Harley Quinn fan. To get the original comic book costs several times the price of this new edition and the additional stories make the value of this collection even more compelling. The book should appeal to nearly anyone who enjoys Batman or Joker as well Harley. Who wouldn't like it? Someone who can only be happy looking for a dark and gritty Batman: The Dark Knight Returns type of story. Everyone else can dive in and enjoy.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing book. This is the real "deluxe" edition.
*by G***S on March 19, 2017*

The main story is of course the main draw here, and it is truly one of the best Batman stories ever told. But this book also features other stories, hence the name, from various annuals and anthology series. All are worth the purchase. Not to mention a foreword by Paul Dini, anot afterword by Bruce Timm, sketches, cover gallery, all that good stuff. DC recently released "Mad Love Deluxe Edition" and I implore you not to be swindled by that malarky. It's actually just Mad Love without the "Other Stories" or sweet bonus materials. It has other bonus materials but they're mostly sketches and things with no actual word from the creators, and it's more expensive. Stick with this edition.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Insight into Harley Quinn's Story!
*by I***E on June 5, 2017*

I usually hate buying books or comics new because they're generally high priced for such quick reads. This however was so worth it! I enjoyed every moment of it and will probably read again! I bought this for insight into Harley's back story and it was phenomenal! Bruce and Paul's commentary was great and insight into some of batmans other villains are great! Good starter comic for those wanting to get into Harley Quinn or introductions to Batman's other rivals! The product itself came very quickly! (One day delivery) and was in pristine condition! It's a good size as there are quite of few comics included and the print and color is fabulous quality!

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