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Neil Gaiman’s award‑winning novelette, *The Truth Is a Cave in the Black Mountains*, is presented in a captivating four‑color edition illustrated by renowned artist Eddie Campbell. The story centers on a family drawn into an otherworldly realm where the past and present collide. Themes of retribution, adventure, and the complex bonds of family are explored through striking artwork and atmospheric prose, offering readers a vivid, introspective tale of treasure hunting and revenge in a fantastical setting.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Graphic Fiction
Authors: Neil Gaiman
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