Batman: Mad Love and Other Stories #[nn]

Oct 2011 · DC · 17.99 USD; 20.99 CAD

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About this Collection

This collection brings together the celebrated 1994 one-shot Batman: Mad Love—written by Paul Dini and drawn by Bruce Timm—along with a selection of their other short Batman stories from the 1990s and 2000s. The title story, which originated in the Batman: The Animated Series universe, offers a darkly comedic origin for Harley Quinn as she plots to kill the Joker and win his twisted affection. The additional tales showcase Dini and Timm's signature blend of noir atmosphere, sharp characterization, and animated-style energy across various Batman adventures.

In "Mad Love," the twisted dynamic between the Joker and Harley Quinn reaches a breaking point as his obsession with Batman begins to overshadow their partnership. When Harley outshines him by capturing Batman and setting a clever trap, the balance of their volatile relationship shifts in unexpected ways. Written by Paul Dini and Bruce Timm, with art, inks, and colors by Bruce Timm, this iconic story is a haunting exploration of love, madness, and obsession—rendered with the distinctive style that defined the DC Animated Universe. The cover by Bruce W. Timm captures the story’s intense emotional core.

Contains 10 stories

Mad Love

64 pp · Superhero

Batman [Bruce Wayne]Commissioner GordonHarvey BullockAlfred PennyworthJokerHarley Quinn

In "Mad Love," Joker’s volatile fixation on Batman strains his partnership with Harley Quinn, especially when she outshines him by capturing the Dark Knight and setting a trap that leaves even the Joker stunned. The story unfolds with sharp tension and dark humor, exploring the fragile dynamic between two of Gotham’s most unpredictable figures.

Going Straight

15 pp · Superhero

BatmanRoxy RocketAlfredCatwomanJokerScarecrowHarley QuinnVentriloquist [also as Scarface]RiddlerKiller CrocTwo-FacePenguinMad HatterPoison Ivy

Puppet Show

16 pp · Superhero

BatmanVentriloquist [also as Scarface]Mitzie Martin

24 Hours

4 pp · Superhero

BatmanJokerHarley QuinnPoison Ivy

Study Hall

9 pp · Superhero

BatmanScarecrow