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Tumult

A gripping tale of identity and suspense

John Harris Dunning author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:SelfMadeHero

Published:28th Jun '18

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In Tumult, Adam Whistler confronts his emotional struggles and becomes entangled in a psychological mystery involving a woman with multiple identities.

In Tumult, readers are introduced to Adam Whistler, a seemingly successful man who grapples with a profound sense of emptiness in his life. After an impulsive decision to end his relationship following an injury during a Mediterranean holiday, Adam finds himself spiraling into emotional turmoil. His journey takes an unexpected turn when he meets Morgan at a house party, igniting a passionate encounter. However, the excitement quickly dissipates when Adam later encounters her again, only to discover that she has no recollection of their previous encounter and introduces herself as Leila.

Leila's revelation that she suffers from dissociative identity disorder complicates matters significantly. As Adam navigates this intricate web of identities, he becomes embroiled in a chilling mystery when murders start occurring around them. Leila fears that her other persona, Morgan, may be responsible for the killings, but Adam is determined to prove that none of her identities could commit such acts. This quest for truth propels him into a suspenseful exploration of Leila's past, revealing layers of complexity and intrigue.

Tumult is crafted with a stylish narrative that pays homage to classic psychological thrillers, drawing inspiration from the likes of Alfred Hitchcock and Patricia Highsmith. With its engaging plot and striking visuals, this contemporary tale invites readers to ponder the nature of identity and the shadows that lurk within us all.

“It looks fantastic, its frames drawn in a combination of hallucinatory colour and noirish inkiness. This singular comic [has a] slippery, shivery power” -- Rachel Cooke, The Guardian
"'Tumult' Is a Graphic Fiction Noir Thriller Viewed Through a Surreal Lens" -- PopMatters
"I was so keen to unravel the mystery I didn’t get up from the sofa till it was read. Only complaint is that I wanted more by the end of it.” -- Frazer Irving
“Utterly compelling to an almost sinister extent” -- Jake Arnott
“An involving story and great graphic impact” -- Dave Gibbons
“When I'd finished reading Tumult, it felt like I’d met an interesting person on a train journey, and when I got off at my stop, I hoped to meet them again. We keep books on the shelf as company - some of them are best friends we visit often. Tumult is a journey I must travel again.” -- Simon Bisley

ISBN: 9781910593486

Dimensions: 266mm x 196mm x 23mm

Weight: 870g

176 pages