Most Popular Books by Greg Rucka

Best-selling writer Greg Rucka (WONDER WOMAN) and acclaimed artist J.H. Williams III (SANDMAN: OVERTURE) reveal the shocking origin that set the foundation for one of the DC Universe’s most prominent lesbian characters in BATWOMAN BY GREG RUCKA AND J.H. WILLIAMS III. Determined to continue serving others after her military career was cut short by bigotry, Kate Kane has taken up the identity of Batwoman, leading a one-woman war on Gotham City’s evil underbelly. And at the heart of her investigation is the Religion of Crime, a criminal cult led by a madwoman known only as Alice. Speaking in riddles and storybook rhymes, the Lewis Carroll-inspired Alice aims to transform Gotham into her own twisted wonderland. But is everything Alice says truly mad? Underneath her deranged theatrics, she may hold the key to understanding Batwoman’s past… BATWOMAN BY GREG RUCKA AND J.H. WILLIAMS III is the visually stunning landmark series collected here in its entirety. Originally presented in DETECTIVE COMICS #854-863, this volume also includes the never-before-collected storyline “Cutter” with guest artist Jock (THE LOSERS).

When an ancient ritual requires Wonder Woman to protect a young woman from anyone who threatens her, it pits the Amazon Warrior against her Justice League ally, Batman! And while an array of enemies, including Silver Swan and the more dangerous than ever Dr. Psycho, attack Wonder Woman on all fronts, it’s the publication of Princess Diana’s book that opens her to an assault by a new and deadly foe - the malevolent Veronica Cale - and places Wonder Woman’s island homeland of Themyscira in grave danger. Best-selling writer Greg Rucka (DETECTIVE COMICS) teams with artists JG Jones (FINAL CRISIS), Drew Johnson (SUPERGIRL), Shane Davis (SUPERMAN: EARTH ONE) and more for the start of his legendary run on the title as Wonder Woman stands against mortal foes and faces the machinations of the gods themselves! Collects the highly sought after WONDER WOMAN: THE HIKETEIA and WONDER WOMAN #195-205.

After Commissioner Gordon is shot, Batman and his allies Nightwing, Robin, Batgirl, Azrael, and Oracle race to find the attacker and Catwoman, the only witness to the event.

Hired by the outspoken head of a women''s health clinic to protect her against death threats, bodyguard Atticus Kodiak encounters raw violence at the Common Ground Conference.

Checkmate is on the hunt for the Outsiders! But something is afoul on Oolong Island. Then, Amanda Waller’s unauthorized Black Ops game is exposed! What does it mean for the future of Checkmate and of Amanda Waller? Also featuring Mademoiselle Marie and Kobra! Collects CHECKMATE #13-25 and OUTSIDERS #47-49!

Wonder Woman''s quest to change the world meets resistance in many forms, and when she pens a book outlining her philosophy, she ignites a firestorm of controversy. From humans out to destroy her reputation to supervillains planning to destroy the world and ancient gods with darker intentions still, everybody seems to be gunning for the Amazon Princess.DC Comics

THE WORLD NEEDS WATCHING Acclaimed writer Greg Rucka (WONDER WOMAN, GOTHAM CENTRAL), artist Jesus Saiz (OMAC PROJECT, BIRDS OF PREY) and others craft a tale of action, intrigue and betrayal set in the DC Universe. In the wake of INFINITE CRISIS, the world remains a dangerous place, with new metahuman threats and political battles spiraling out of control at any given moment. There is a desperate need to hold the line against destruction. There is a need—once more—for Checkmate. Rechartered by the United Nations and governed by a “Rule of Two” that ensures joint partnership between human and metahuman leaders, the covert operations agency acts as the intelligence intervention force seeking to establish order and balance in an increasingly unbalanced world. With core members Green Lantern, Mister Terrific, Fire and Sasha Bordeaux, Checkmate is a formidable group—but will they be able to deal with the rising threats while contending with their own internal moral battles? Collects CHECKMATE #1-12.

Love your country. Fear your government. Know your enemy. Greg Rucka is back with a vengeance in this electrifying thriller starring suspense fiction’s most dangerous hero: Atticus Kodiak. This time the bodyguard turned fugitive must go underground to protect the woman he loves and a country he may have to betray to defend. “You cannot learn what you have learned and remain unchanged.” As a bodyguard, Atticus Kodiak once protected his clients against professional killers like Alena Cizkova, a.k.a. Drama. Now he is taking lessons from the world’s premier assassin. “I am not a murderer.” It begins with a shocking betrayal, a brutal ambush, and the murder of a friend. Atticus is about to discover that he’s been falsely identified as one of The Ten–a short list of the world’s most wanted assassins. And to survive, he’s going to have to become exactly what they’re accusing him of being: a stone-cold killer. “Yes, you are. You have only to meet your first victim....”

Waitresses [Author]; arms dealers [Author]; human traffickers [Author]; pregnant crime lords [Author]; bad dreams and feral female fighters can''t stop Wolverine from carving his way to victory in this razor-sharp series reboot by acclaimed novelist and comics scribe Greg Rucka (Whiteout [Author]; Queen & Country). And see Logan do what he does best against his archenemy [Author]; Sabretooth! Plus: the unsettling threats of Cry and Vapor! Guest-starring Nightcrawler! Collecting WOLVERINE (2003) #1-19.

"Batman created by Bob Kane with Bill Finger."

Cutter'' part 3, the final issue of writer Greg Rucka''s DETECTIVE run! When Batman and Batwoman each face off against a knife-wielding killer, they soon find themselves working different sides of the same case. But will they arrive in time to rescue the missing girl and stop the killer?

Continuing the epic storyline featured in the Xbox 360* game Perfect Dark Zero*, this novel is the first of three books featuring Joanna Dark, who infiltrates the shadowy, mysterious world of hypercorporations at war.

As the Infinite Crisis rages around it, Paradise Island comes under attack by OMACs! But even with Wonder Woman’s help, the Amazons must make a fateful decision-one that will change Diana’s life, and mission, forever. All the while, Black Lantern Maxwell Lord has risen, and he seeks revenge and retribution for his murder at the hands of Diana. Look for unexpected changes to await Wonder Woman in the course of this series as she plays a major role in the War of Light against the Black Lanterns. Collects WONDER WOMAN #218-226 plus BLACKEST NIGHT: WONDER WOMAN #1-3.

When the death of his neighbor and his neighbor''s family in a small Georgian town is ruled a murder-suicide, Atticus Kodiak is suspicious and tries to solve the mystery as he crosses the globe attempting to rescue the family''s one surviving daughter.

Time to get back to work. For Frank Castle death comes easy ... life is where things gets complicated. Fully loaded with the eisner winning writer Greg Rucka (Batwoman, Queen and Country, WOLVERINE) and neo-superstar artist Marco Checchetto (Amazing Spider-Man, Daredevil), the BiGGEST GUN of all returns with blood on his hands and vengeance in his eyes. As New York City''s body counts continue to rise, the city''s streets are teeming with more methodical criminals than ever and a police force doing its best to keep its head above water. The Punisher has returned to serve his own brand of justice with everything he''s got ... but can he survive the darkness stored in his own arsenal? Plus bonus pages exploring some of the new personalities in Frank''s life ... and how closely intertwined living is with dying. COLLECTING: THE PUNISHER 1-6, MATERIAL FROM SPIDER-ISLAND: I LOVE NEW YORK CITY

Passions run high when a beautiful woman wanders out of an abandoned subway tunnel. With no memory of who she is or how she got there, Veil must figure out who to trust and what she is, as her past is slowly revealed. Collects Veil #1-5. From the Eisner Award-winning Greg Rucka comes a new series guaranteed to have you scratching your head. Beautifully produced and with stunning pulp-style artwork from Toni Fejzula, this is one mystery you will want to continue unravelling.

Eisner-winning writer GREG RUCKA (LAZARUS, BLACK MAGICK, Wonder Woman) and critically acclaimed artist LEANDRO FERNANDEZ (THE DISCIPLINE, Deadpool, Punisher: MAX) team up together to introduce THE OLD GUARD, the story of old soldiers who never dieÉand yet cannot seem to fade away. Trapped in an immortality without explanation, Andromache of Scythia Andy and her comrades ply their trade for those who can findÑand afford their services. But in the 21st century, immortality is a hard secret to keep, and when you live long enough, you learn that there are many fates worse than death.

"Originally published in single magazine form in SUPERMAN 218, 219, 220, ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN 442, 443, ACTION COMICS 829, WONDER WOMAN 219, 22."

Living in the shadow of the Dark Knight makes the detectives of Gotham''s police force determined to prove they have what it takes to enforce the law in a city rife with criminals--with or without Batman''s help.

The acclaimed author of Shooting at Midnight has penned a thriller like no other ... the no-holds-barred story of a bodyguard with the ultimate assignment: protecting a woman who also happens to be the most hunted killer in the world... Code-named Drama, she is a lightning-fast death machine — a hitwoman sought by intelligence agencies around the world. Drama kills as easily as she breathes ... and the last time she and Atticus Kodiak met, they barely escaped each other alive. Atticus Kodiak has a reputation as one of the toughest bodyguards in the business. He’s used to picking his assignments and calling the shots. But all that changes when he is forced to take on Drama as a client — the last person he ever imagined would need his protection. This time, Drama is the one who is running from a killer. She needs Atticus’s help, and she won’t take no for an answer. To prove it, she abducts a high-profile member of the royal family whom Atticus has sworn to protect. He will do almost anything to get the woman back. But what Drama needs from him will destroy his reputation — and siding with her means he can never turn back. From New York’s Russian enclaves to the Swiss Alps and the Caribbean, Atticus becomes Drama’s protector, and her only hope for survival as she tries to outlive and outrun her bloody past. But once immersed in Drama’s high-stakes, covert world, Atticus breaks a cardinal rule: He gets to know Drama as a woman rather than just a client — and it’s a bond that could cost them both their lives. For the men hunting Drama are capable of unspeakable violence — of sins that make Drama’s own look like the acts of an amateur. And they will stop at nothing to see her dead.... A masterful work by one of the most unique voices in the field, Critical Space combines high-voltage, high-tech action with swift, terrifying brutality. The result is Greg Rucka’s most explosive thriller to date — a powerhouse of a novel destined to become a classic of modern suspense.

"Originally published in single magazine form in Gotham central 23-31"--Colophon.

Bruce Wayne is sent to prison because he is accused of killing Vesper Fairchild. Now his family must find out who the real killer is.

"This volume collects issues #1 through #5 of the Dark Horse comic-book series Dragon Age: Magekiller."

The sexy star of the "Daredevil" movie steals the spotlight in this new volume about the world''s ultimate assassin. Illustrations.

Cutter'' part 1! Artist Jock joins writer Greg Rucka for his final Batwoman tale! Batwoman investigates a string of grisly attacks that have left the victims mutilated or dead. But what does this case have to do with the kidnapping of a socialite ten years ago, and what evidence can The Dark Knight himself bring to light on this macabre mystery?

Brother I, a satellite created by Batman, tracks the movements of every human and metahuman on Earth. Now, the government''s spy division Checkmate has taken control of the satellite and the insane Maxwell Lord has hijacked Checkmate and manages to reprogram the satellite to wreak havoc.

Batman meets CSI in this third collection from the awardwinning series. Detective Renee Montoya investigates the disappearance of evidence amid a gang war and travels to Keystone City in an attempt to unveil the truth about a fellow officer''s strange mutation. Plus, the dead body of Robin is found on the streets, forcing the detectives to solve the case while dealing with Batman and The Teen Titans.

The hammer falls this Halloween! From New York Times bestselling and Eisner Award-winning writer GREG RUCKA (LAZARUS, Stumptown, Gotham Central) and superstar artist NICOLA SCOTT (Birds of Prey, Secret Six, Earth 2)! Detective Rowan Black works robbery/homicide for the Portsmouth PD, but her greatest mystery is the truth about herself...both who she has been, and who she will become. Yet there are others in Rowan''s world with very long memories, and the power that one person holds, another will always covet. PLUS, each issue also features an all-new work of original fiction by GREG RUCKA! A new gothic-noir ongoing series about legacy, destiny, redemption...and the price of magic.

A modern-day detective fiction series based in Portland, Oregon, featuring Dex Parios, a female private investigator with a gambling problem. When one of investigator Dex Parios''s dearest friends is brutalized following a Portland Timbers match, Dex is determined to get to the bottom of the attack no matter who stands in her way! Dex kicks more than just soccer balls in her pursuit of the assailant in this new softcover edition of the critically-acclaimed series from Eisner Award-winner Greg Rucka and new series artist Justin Greenwood.

The thrilling follow-up to Alpha continues the Jad Bell series from New York Times bestselling author Greg Rucka. Still recovering from traumas both physical and emotional, Jad Bell is tasked with bringing in the Uzbek, principal organizer of the terrorist attack that nearly cost Bell his ex-wife and daughter. But the Uzbek''s just the beginning: his employer, the Architect, has already set in motion another, even more devastating attack. At the center of it all are two women under deep cover. One, as beautiful as she is deadly, has just been dispatched on American soil to execute the Architect''s deadly plans. The other is an American just emerging from a complex web of lies, whose intel may be the only hope Bell has to stop the assault before it begins. But after years of pretending to be somebody else, can she be trusted?