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Description
Bruce Wayne's masquerade ball for charity is crashed by none other than the Black Mask. He and False Face Society members rob the guests, steal the charitable donations, and then kidnap Commissioner Gordon.
Quick Summary
Kids who love Batman and fast-paced capers will find plenty to like in this short, snappy adventure. The story drops you right into a glittering charity masquerade, then flips the fun into a high-stakes heist when the Black Mask and his False Face Society crash the party, steal the donations, and snatch Commissioner Gordon. The mix of clever disguises, quick problem-solving, and a dash of humor makes it feel like a comic book come to life, but the chapter-book format keeps the text easy to follow for reluctant readers. Parents will appreciate that the tension is mild more laugh-and-solve than scary and the lesson about teamwork and generosity pops up naturally without being preachy. If you're looking for something that reads like a comic but feels like a chapter book, this one's a great fit, especially for fans of the classic Batman: The Brave and the Bold style adventures.