Lenni Reviews: “Gideon Falls Deluxe Edition Book 1: The Legend of the Black Barn” by Jeff Lemire, Andrea Sorrentino & Dave Stewart

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*This book was given to me in exchange for an honest review.

Wilfred is a pastor with a rough past who is sent to Gideon Falls due to the previous pastor’s death. When he arrives, he meets Norton, who believes the town is evil and is obsessed with collecting proof. There is a legend of a mysterious Black Barn that appears and disappears, heralding misfortune but Wilfred is unconvinced. Until a series of mysterious murders take place and there are less and less logical explanations.

This is a time and reality bending horror that I thought Ice Cream Man was going to be. The art really drives home the fear and mystery, using shadow and panel placement effectively and the writing is really good. It ends on a cliffhanger but there is plenty here to satisfy your needs for a mind-bending horror if you’re looking for one. 4 out of 5.

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Lenni Reviews: “Basketful of Heads” by Joe Hill, Leomacs, Riccardo La Bella, Dave Stewart & Deron Bennett

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June Branch has a carefree life with her police officer boyfriend Liam, on Brody Island, just enjoying the last days of summer. But when come escaped convicts come to the small town, she uses a strange Viking axe to defend herself. But the heads severed by the weapon don’t stop talking.

While I thought this was fun and clever and I could totally see this as a Tales From the Crypt episode or horror movie short, I (spoilers, I guess) found it almost comical how many assholes are surrounding June. I liked the plot and June is a badass character that I really rooted for; her journey is what makes this book entertaining rather than the bad guys surrounding her. If you’re looking for a gory horror comedy with a kick ass female lead, I say check this out. 4.7 out of 5.

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