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In Catwoman #62, Selina Kyle settles a debt with Amanda Waller by assisting the Suicide Squad in a heist involving Black Adam.
Title: Catwoman #62, Nine Lives Part 4Writer: Tini HowardArtist: Carmine Di GiandomenicoColor Artist: Veronica GandiniCover Artist: David NakayamaVariant Covers: Marcio Takara, Inhyuk Lee and Jorge Fornes; Leirix (1:25); David Nakayama (1:50)Release Date: February 20, 2024
This review contains spoilers for the comic book.
Long Ago
Catwoman infiltrates a facility where she encounters Amanda Waller, who offers her a deal to join the Suicide Squad. In exchange for her freedom, Selina agrees to a job for Waller in the future.
Cairo, Egypt, Present day
Selina seeks out Waller to fulfill her end of the bargain. The mission involves stealing the Beard of Hatshepsut from Black Adam, with the help of other Squad members.
The heist is successful but not without challenges. Catwoman and the Squad face off against Black Adam, with Black Alice losing her powers in the process. They manage to escape with the artifact.
After a confrontation with Waller, Selina uses a clever escape tactic involving the artifact, leaving Waller empty-handed.
Catwoman #62 variant cover by Inhyuk Lee (Image courtesy of DC Comics)
The issue focuses on the heist in Kahndaq, showcasing the Squad’s teamwork and the challenges they face. Black Alice’s power set is explored, highlighting her abilities and limitations in stealing powers.
The encounter with the cat god adds a mystical element to Selina’s story, granting her new powers beyond her nine lives. The art in the issue is visually appealing, with action scenes that are engaging without excessive violence.
Overall, Catwoman #62 delivers a fun and entertaining read, with a satisfying conclusion that leaves room for further developments in Selina’s story.
Editor’s Note: DC Comics provided TBU with an advanced copy of this comic for review purposes. You can find this comic and help support TBU in the process by purchasing this issue digitally on Amazon or a physical copy of the title through Things From Another World.
Final Thoughts
This issue builds upon the previous one, offering a thrilling heist story with the Suicide Squad. The artwork is impressive, and the narrative leaves room for future developments in the series.
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