Batman: Dark Patterns is a series of four self-contained, street-level mysteries that delve into the early days of Batman's role in Gotham City and his healing presence within its streets.
The year is 1893, and Gotham City has flourished under the eye of the Batman. But despite the gaudy new light bulbs and the gaudier nouveau riche, the shadows are also growing deadlier new threats.
Two of the most controversial Batman stories — "The Cult" and “A Death in the Family" — are featured together for the first time in this DC Finest volume that showcases the Caped Crusader's lowest moments of despair as he is pushed to his mental limits.
From the void between our universe and its shadow come horrific apparitions craving nothing but destruction. But from this terror... an immortal legend known as Batman is born.
