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The Black Glove follows a roster of world‑wide heroes who are summoned to an enigmatic island to meet the Dark Knight. Early tension builds as one of the group is stalked by a silent killer, forcing the team to confront a deadly conspiracy. Meanwhile, Batman himself relives a pivotal chapter in young Bruce Wayne’s life as he hunts for the man who killed his parents. The story weaves the lives of heroes with Batman’s personal history, creating a tense, interconnected narrative that blends mystery, action, and the formative elements of the Caped Crusader’s legend.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Superhero Comics
Authors: Grant Morrison
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