Robert Black came looking for a story but what he found is a world of misery and woe. He's become a broken man only beginning to accept the horrors of the Lovecraftian world are real and hiding in plain sight. Alan Moore and artist Jacen Burrows have delivered a slow burn tale of fear and underlying dread that has delighted fans and scholars alike. Moore has written every cover detail, every single page, and every nuance of this work to create his most fully-realized vision to date. Fans of Moore's immersive style and meticulous grasp of storytelling will be thrilled to add this essential piece of comics history to their collection more
Wonderfully unnerving as the protagonist regains his mind, while the reader knows this is only temporary. Incredible story and visuals. Highest possible recommendation. Read Full Review
Burrows continues to shine in this issue. His ability to create very plain and average people contrasts perfectly with how well he captures complex emotional expression. No one looks as mad and delighted as his characters, nor does any monster look to be as perfectly blended between dark fantasy and reality. From scenes of melee to the saprovores to which King George belongs, Burrows visions perfectly compliment the situations and characters Moore offers. Read Full Review
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