Something is Killing the Children #40

Writer: James Tynion IV Artist: Werther Dell, #39, edera Publisher: Boom! Studios Release Date: August 28, 2024 Cover Price: $3.99 Critic Reviews: 5 User Reviews: 6
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The iconic Erica Slaughter has battled nightmares and monsters for over half a decade, but her journey is only just beginning...

Discover a groundbreaking new story in the Slaughterverse universe, marking the final issue of the character-defining Year Zero arc before the release of Something is Killing the Children #0!

What terrifying trials will Erica need to overcome in her formative origins before we return to the present, and the next chapter of her adventure?

This milestone issue features a premium "5 Year" commemorative foil stamp variant cover by Werther Dell'Edera, as well as additional terrifying variants b more

  • 10
    Pages and Panels - Seth A. Romo Aug 27, 2024

    Something is Killing the Children continues to prove that it's not just one of the best action/horror comics on the standsit's one of the best comics, period. Read Full Review

  • 10
    Nerd Initiative - Ken M. Aug 28, 2024

    In this latest chapter of Year Zero, readers see a terrible tragedy through Ericas eyes. Tynions writing floods the story with pain and anquish. The art team tastefully brings this tragedy to the forefront with the imagery. SIKTC continues to set a high bar with their intense storytelling. Read Full Review

  • 10
    Get Your Comic On - Michael Brennan Aug 29, 2024

    If you are a fan of this world and its characters, then you need to check out Issue #40. Its emotional depth, nuance, and thrilling nature keep you on your toes. It sinks its claws into you, which keeps you flipping each page eagerly anticipating what follows. The conclusion leaves you with the sense that it's a stepping stone to something greater, hinting that the formidable Erica Slaughter's journey is far from overit's just beginning. Read Full Review

  • 10
    Pages and Panels - Seth A. Romo Aug 27, 2024

    Something is Killing the Children continues to prove that it's not just one of the best action/horror comics on the standsit's one of the best comics, period. Read Full Review

  • 8.8
    The Super Powered Fancast - Deron Generally Aug 28, 2024

    DellEdera delivers some beautifully detailed and emotionally art throughout the issue. I love the visual contrast between Ericas retelling of the story and the story itself. Read Full Review

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