Bitter Root Volume 1: Family Business
The struggle of a family against new monstrous threats
Chuck Brown author David F Walker author Tim Hensley author Mark Kalesniko author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Image Comics
Published:14th May '19
Should be back in stock very soon
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 comicbook industry, which continues to awaken to more diverse ways of creatingcharacters both on the page and behind the scenes. The comic is by an all-blackcreative team and features a predominantly black cast of characters in the1920s-embracing the black artistic creativity of the Harlem Renaissance but alsorecognizing the racism of the time.” -The WashingtonPost
“Has become a conversation starter in the comicbook industry, which continues to awaken to more diverse ways of creatingcharacters both on the page and behind the scenes. The comic is by an all-blackcreative team and features a predominantly black cast of characters in the1920s-embracing the black artistic creativity of the Harlem Renaissance but alsorecognizing the racism of the time.” -The WashingtonPost
"A comic that's confident in itself and doesn't needto rely on overwrought high-concept themes. Bitter Root isn't afraid to tackleweighty issues while still having some fun, giving us some new heroes that aremuch needed in today's world." -ComicBook.com
"A comic that's confident in itself and doesn't needto rely on overwrought high-concept themes. Bitter Root isn't afraid to tackleweighty issues while still having some fun, giving us some new heroes that aremuch needed in today's world." -ComicBook.com
“Puts a monstrous face on bigotry and abeautiful new spin on the Harlem Renaissance.” -The Onion's AVClub
“Puts a monstrous face on bigotry and abeautiful new spin on the Harlem Renaissance.” -The Onion's AVClub
ISBN: 9781534312128
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 318g
160 pages