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After a monotonous life and a pointless degree, Jonathan York’s routine is shattered when he is stranded in a sinister forest. He is joined by a curious party of travelmates and must confront ghoulish thieves, ravenous swamp monsters, and a necromancer who plans human sacrifice. The story blends humor and horror in a vividly illustrated, four‑color graphic novel, charting Jonathan’s transformation from ordinary to extraordinary in a world of ghouls, ogres, and mysterious plots.
With its blend of comic and monster elements, the book offers a thrilling journey through forests and a confrontation with uncanny foes, all rendered in striking artwork.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Graphic Fiction
Authors: Kory Merritt
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