Monstress Volume 4
The perilous journey of Maika and Corvin unfolds
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Image Comics
Published:1st Oct '19
Should be back in stock very soon
In the gripping Monstress Volume 4, Maika confronts her past while navigating a dangerous conspiracy and an impending war, forcing her to make difficult choices.
In Monstress Volume 4, readers are taken on a gripping journey through a treacherous landscape as Maika and Corvin search for Kippa. The world they traverse is not only warped but also filled with lethal threats that challenge their resolve. As they navigate this perilous terrain, Kippa faces her own demons, adding layers of complexity to their quest. The stakes are raised when Maika encounters a figure from her past, leading to the revelation of startling truths that could change everything.
As Maika delves deeper into her history, she uncovers a dangerous conspiracy that looms over the Known World. The tension escalates with the impending war, a conflict that no one seems willing to avert. Maika finds herself at a crossroads, grappling with the weight of her choices and the impact they will have on her journey and those she cares about. The narrative expertly weaves themes of identity, sacrifice, and the consequences of power, making it a compelling read.
Monstress Volume 4 not only continues the rich storytelling of its predecessors but also elevates it with stunning artwork and intricate world-building. The series has garnered numerous accolades, reflecting its impact on the graphic novel landscape. As the plot thickens, readers are left to ponder: when the cost of truth is so high, what will Maika ultimately choose?
"Monstress is a sprawling epic fantasy that drops readers into the middle of a magic-filled alternate history. Described as a kind of 'matriarchal Asia,' Maika's universe is wracked by a race war and inhabited by violent witch-nuns, vicious deities, and innocent civilians-all of which is brought to life by Takeda's exquisite manga-style, Art Deco-inspired art." -The Atlantic
"Liu's accomplishment is impressive. She's created characters who feel larger than life, but whose motivations and values are almost always obscure.” -NPR
"Intricate and detailed, with a definite manga influence, Takeda's artwork creates a lush and dangerous world for Liu's equally dangerous characters. The work is infused with feminist themes; almost all of the characters are strong-and deadly-women.” -School Library Journal
“...as ambitious as George R.R. Martin or J.R.R. Tolkien...” -The Los Angeles Review of Books
"The best way to understand the complicated mythos of Monstress is to dive in headfirst and let it wash over you...On top of that, you don't need to know much to appreciate the breathtaking beauty of Takeda's art. No other comic looks like Monstress. Takeda's painting creates a world where dreamlike and horrific fantasy creatures exist side-by-side with incredibly complex steampunk technology." -Entertainment Weekly
"Marjorie Liu and Sana Takeda take eastern and western comics storytelling traditions and styles, and create something wholly their own and remarkable: a beautifully told story of magic and fear, inhumanity and exploitation, of what it means to be human and the monsters we all carry inside us. Also, some of the best cats in comics. A delight." -Neil Gaiman
ISBN: 9781534313361
Dimensions: 254mm x 178mm x 25mm
Weight: 372g
176 pages