Writer and Artist: Jeff Lemire
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Now a TV show, Sweet Tooth began as a comic book series. Out of the Deep Woods collects issues #1-5.
Gus is a young boy living with his father deep in the Nebraska woods. They live isolated from the world outside. Oh, and Gus has antlers and other deer-like features, though we don't know why yet.
One day, Gus's father dies and he is rescued from would be kidnappers by Jepperd, a drifter. The two bond as Jepperd takes Gus along on his wanderings. Unfortunately, this initial story ends in betrayal.
Sweet Tooth is weird and dark but good. I am definitely up for more.
Pointed ears and antlers usually have a some purpose with gifted creatures. I dare say Gus is no exception.
ReplyDeleteGenetic mutation seems to be the implication.
DeleteI read the movie review and I just couldn't understand. Your book review is better.
ReplyDeleteThanks.
DeleteI don't know if I'd like it as I like thrillers.
ReplyDeleteI think there might be some thrillerish elements still to come.
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