GENRE: Graphic Novel - Horror
HONORS:2009 Eisner Awards nomination for "Best Limited Series" and Joe Hill is nominated for "Best Writer
2009 British Fantasy Award for Best Comic or Graphic Novel
REVIEW: The talented collaboration of Joe Hill and Gabriel Rodriguez means a quality graphic novel of extraordinary graphics and a captivating story about the evil in paranormal and alternate worlds. The murder of Rendell Locke, a father of three and high school principle, by Sam, an angst ridden teen, has hauled the Locke family cross - country to their safe haven, a mansion in the town of Keyhouse in Lovecraft, Massachusetts. This may seem like a story about high school violence (i.e. Columbine), but the story progresses to paranormal signs of evil. While exploring the mansion's grounds, Bode finds a key that unlocks a new realm and releases the demon from the well. They soon learn that their father and this house holds more secrets then they bargained for.
OPINION: This graphic novel is not for the squeamish, and has more of an appeal to older teens because of its relatable characters, as well as violent, shocking illustrations. The quickly changing time lapses, puzzles, and multiple climaxes are what make this series addicting and hauntingly gratifying.
IDEAS: Teens who are a fan of Stephen King and his novels, as well as graphic novel series will be enthralled with this story. (Joe Hill is King's son). Unfortunately, the novel may not be as easy to access. (I was only able to find one copy out of three library systems.)
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