Tim Burton's iconic Batman universe is set to expand further with the release of a new novel titled *Batman: Revolution*. Authored by John Jackson Miller and brought to readers by Penguin Random House, this book introduces the Burton-Verse's interpretation of The Riddler. Fans can now preorder *Batman: Revolution* on Amazon, eagerly awaiting its arrival.

As reported by ComicBook.com, *Batman: Revolution* serves as a sequel to the 2024 novel *Batman: Resurrection*, also crafted by Miller. Set in the timeline between the events of 1989's *Batman* and 1992's *Batman Returns*, *Revolution* takes inspiration from Burton's unrealized third Batman film, which was once rumored to feature Robin Williams as The Riddler.

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Here's the official synopsis for *Batman: Revolution*:

It’s summer, and Gotham City is in high spirits. The remnants of The Joker’s toxic impact have finally dissipated, paving the way for the mayor and retail magnate Max Shreck to plan a grand Fourth of July celebration. However, not all of Gotham is celebrating. Batman remains ever vigilant as threats from rival gangs and masked criminals escalate daily. Concurrently, protests against the city’s extravagant displays are growing on the streets.

Amidst this backdrop, Norman Pinkus, a humble copy boy at the Gotham Globe, faces the city's conflicting emotions. The unacknowledged genius behind the popular Riddle Me This word puzzles, Norman has been solving crimes anonymously for years, often before Batman even knows they exist. Yet, despite his contributions, he remains unnoticed and unrewarded.

Frustrated by Gotham's adulation of Batman, Norman, now embracing the identity of The Riddler, devises a plan. With the aid of new, dangerous allies, he uses the city's simmering tensions to challenge Batman in a high-stakes game of riddles, aiming to prove who is truly Gotham's savior. As they confront each other, both The Riddler and Batman uncover secrets about Gotham's past that could shape its future.

*Batman: Revolution* is slated for release on October 28, 2025, and is available for preorder on Amazon.

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In addition to the novel, DC Comics has been actively expanding the Burton-Verse. Following the release of *Batman '89*, a sequel to *Batman Returns* that features a Two-Face inspired by Billy Dee Williams and a Robin inspired by Marlon Wayans, DC continued with *Batman '89: Echoes*. This comic introduces a Scarecrow inspired by Jeff Goldblum and a Harley Quinn inspired by Madonna. DC has also ventured into the Superman universe with *Superman '78*, a series of volumes that serve as sequels to the Christopher Reeve Superman films.

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