Series: The Cull 1-5
Writer: Kelly Thompson
Artist: Mattia de Iulis
Letterer: Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou
Publisher: Image Comics
Released: April 23, 2024
Received: NetGalley
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Summary:
How far will one girl go to find her missing brother? As it turns out, to the end of the world – and straight into the next. It all starts with a simple lie. She wants to film a movie on the beach with her friends. But quickly, everything changes.
Review:
Wow. I wish I could leave my review at “wow” because that accurately sums up how I felt upon finishing The Cull Vol. 1. This book is A LOT, but in the best ways possible. It’s dark, emotional, tense, and fascinating, all in one.
There are five characters in total, and right away, we get a glimpse into their lives. In a few short panels, we learn the broad strokes of each teen. Then, the adventure begins. I’ll admit that I wish we had a bit more time to learn their history, but that did develop along the way.
As for the adventure, well, that was something else. Picture Paper Girls but with a Saga-esque surreal vibe. That’sThat’s how this story goes. And yes, that should tell you something about the level of danger and action that occurs.
I am so relieved that The Cull Vol. 1 is only the first volume in this adventure. Could it have ended here? Well…technically? But I would much (MUCH) rather see how the rest of this story will play out.
Highlights:
- Written by Kelly Thompson
- Sci-Fi Horror
- Body Horror
- Strange Lands
Trigger Warnings
- Self Harm
- Abuse
- Missing Child
- Violence/Death
Thanks to Image Comics and #NetGalley for making this book available for review. All opinions expressed are my own.
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