Evil Eyes Sea

“It's a book that’s never quite what you expect, and its power as a narrative is not of a sudden explosion, but of a quiet storm.”—The Comics Journal“Try as they might, Ece and Meltem, students in 1990s Istanbul, can’t get over the underwater accident they witnessed. Wrangling with the misogyny of college life a­nd the chain of an upcoming election, eventually, they realize that maybe they shouldn’t.”—The New York Times, Book Review“In this rambunctious murder mystery set in 1990s Turkey, Samancı (Dare to Disappoint) contrasts a playful and vibrant visual style with deadly serious themes.”—Publishers Weekly“As entertaining as it is exposing, Samanci’s sophomore title is an exquisite, multilayered showpiece confronting gender inequity, religious manipulations, political corruption, and the gray zones of morals and ethics—gray zones necessary for survival.”—Booklist, STARRED REVIEW"Evil Eyes Sea is a work that turns its powerful, Medusa-like gaze on womanhood, corruption, and moral responsibility while still being an entertaining, fast-paced read. Taking the plunge into its watery depths is a rewarding experience.”—The Third Coast Review“Scuba meets stone cold corruption in EVIL EYES SEA.”—The Beat“As one might expect from Samanci, it is still really fun and funny, while treating its serious subjects with dignity.”—Women Write about Comics“Despite the heavy themes, there’s humor in [Samanci’s] drawings and dialogue — moments of levity in otherwise dismal circumstances.” —Northwestern Magazine“It’s a beautiful mix of humor, tragedy, and heart.”—Murder and Mayhem