Toxic Summer #1
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Toxic Summer #1

Writer: Derek Charm Artist: Derek Charm Publisher: Oni Press Release Date: May 1, 2024 Cover Price: $6.99 Critic Reviews: 3
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FROM THE MUTATED MIND OF EISNER AWARD-WINNING CARTOONIST DEREK CHARM (JUGHEAD, THE UNBEATABLE SQUIRREL GIRL) COMES A MONSTER-SIZED 48-PAGE NIGHTMARE BEACH PARTY THAT WILL KEEP YOU UP ALL NIGHT . . . IF YOU CAN LIVE LONG ENOUGH TO TELL THE TALE!


Best friends Ben and Leo had the perfect summer planned after high school graduation. As lifeguards in the idyllic beach town of Port Dorian, they were planning for three months of hot guys, late-night bonfires, and no regrets . . . until a toxic spill of unknown properties on the beach transformed their dream summer into a waking nightmare. Now Port Dorian is flooded with panicked touris more

  • 9.5
    AIPT - David Brooke May 2, 2024

    Toxic Summer captures the vibrancy of youth with plenty of sludgy horror dumped over it. The characters are electric and super fun while they battle to nab hunks, regardless of toxic monsters lurking in the shallows. Considering this issue is highly entertaining without monsters arriving just yet, and this is a bonafide must-read. Read Full Review

  • 9.0
    ComicBook.com - Spencer Perry May 1, 2024

    Charm has cracked fun characters that are fastened into a plot with unlimited potential, and paneling that clearly defines his narrative, plus color that pops with each page. This is a must read for anyone after a unique horror style and a purely fun read. Read Full Review

  • 8.0
    Capes & Tights - Justin Soderberg Apr 26, 2024

    Toxic Summer stands out at Oni Press more than we thought it would. We were pleasantly surprised. The book delivers on artwork and story with both substance and style. Charm's captivating artwork, relatable characters and toxic storyline is a superb reason to grab this debut issue. Read Full Review

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