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In a world where the divine and the pop scene collide, gods awaken every ninety years as twenty‑year‑old musicians, enthralling audiences before being killed in a predictable span of two years. Kieron Gillen’s graphic series intertwines mythology, celebrity culture, and the harsh reality of fame, exploring themes of immortality, fandom, and the fleeting nature of power.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Graphic Fiction
Authors: Kieron Gillen
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