Courtney Crumrin Volume 1
The Night Things Special Edition
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Oni Press,US
Published:24th Apr '12
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This captivating tale follows Courtney Crumrin as she navigates life with her creepy great uncle and discovers strange happenings in her new home.
In Courtney Crumrin Volume 1, readers are introduced to Courtney, a young girl whose life takes a dramatic turn when her parents move her to a high-end suburb. Living with her eccentric Great Uncle Aloysius in his old, creaky house, Courtney quickly realizes that her new environment is far from ordinary. As she navigates the challenges of being the new kid at school, she also encounters mysterious and unsettling occurrences, particularly the strange things lurking beneath her bed.
Courtney's adventures are filled with a blend of humor and spookiness, making it a captivating read for both young and older audiences. Her character is relatable, and her curiosity drives the story forward, leading her to uncover the secrets of her uncle's home and the peculiar happenings around her. The illustrations in this newly remastered edition enhance the atmosphere, bringing to life the eerie yet enchanting world that Courtney inhabits.
As Courtney delves deeper into the mysteries surrounding her, she learns valuable lessons about friendship, bravery, and the importance of embracing one's uniqueness. Courtney Crumrin Volume 1 is not just a tale of supernatural occurrences; it is also a coming-of-age story that resonates with anyone who has ever felt out of place. With its engaging narrative and rich visuals, this book promises to capture the imagination of its readers.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY -- Those mostly familiar with Naifeh's work on Holly Black's Good Neighbors trilogy will find Courtney Crumrin's first adventures revelatory of what he's capable of on his own. In this opening story, middle-schooler Courtney moves into the house of her creepy great-uncle Aloysius and finds more to occupy her time than constant disdain for her upwardly mobile and downwardly aware parents. Her new life includes the monsters--real monsters--that lurk in the woods, as well as another kind in her new school: a gang of elitist bullies who have no idea of the supernatural underbelly that surrounds them. Courtney soon discovers that the worlds of monsters and humans interact more than anyone imagines, and both interest and duty demand that she dabble with her uncle's dark arts to combat the evils. It's a chance for the mismatched relatives to bond and provides the sweet center of Naifeh's dark comedy. In the end, Courtney's a highly relatable heroine for younger readers. Ages 12-up.
ISBN: 9781934964774
Dimensions: 229mm x 152mm x 25mm
Weight: 454g
144 pages