Bitter Root Volume 1: Family Business

The struggle of a family against new monstrous threats

Chuck Brown author David F Walker author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Image Comics

Published:14th May '19

Should be back in stock very soon

Bitter Root Volume 1: Family Business cover

In a world where monster hunters face new threats, Bitter Root Volume 1: Family Business explores the complexities of family and legacy amid tragedy.

In Bitter Root Volume 1: Family Business, the Sangerye family, once revered as the greatest monster hunters, finds themselves in a dire predicament. Specializing in healing the souls of those corrupted by hate, their legacy is threatened by a tragic event that decimates their ranks. With most of the family lost, the remaining cousins are torn between their original mission of curing monsters and the grim necessity of exterminating them. The once-unified front against darkness is now fractured, and the stakes have never been higher.

As a new breed of monstrous threat emerges in Harlem, the Sangerye family must confront their differences and rediscover their purpose. The streets are plagued by these new entities, which challenge not only their skills but also their very beliefs about monsters and humanity. The cousins must navigate their conflicting emotions and responsibilities while grappling with the consequences of their past decisions.

Bitter Root Volume 1: Family Business collects issues #1-5, weaving a rich narrative that explores themes of family, legacy, and the struggle against both external and internal demons. As the characters evolve, readers are invited to witness a poignant story about what it means to fight for one's family and the world they inhabit, even when faced with insurmountable odds.

“Has become a conversation starter in the comic book industry, which continues to awaken to more diverse ways of creating characters both on the page and behind the scenes. The comic is by an all-black creative team and features a predominantly black cast of characters in the 1920s-embracing the black artistic creativity of the Harlem Renaissance but also recognizing the racism of the time.” -The Washington Post

“The tragedy and family drama at the heart of IMAGE COMICS' new series BITTER ROOT may be the most traditional thing about a comic that is, at heart, anything but traditional.” -The Hollywood Reporter

"A comic that's confident in itself and doesn't need to rely on overwrought high-concept themes. Bitter Root isn't afraid to tackle weighty issues while still having some fun, giving us some new heroes that are much needed in today's world." -ComicBook.com

“Puts a monstrous face on bigotry and a beautiful new spin on the Harlem Renaissance.” -The Onion's AV Club

ISBN: 9781534312128

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 318g

160 pages