Monstress, Volume 1 by Marjorie Liu
Awakening
Set in an alternate matriarchal Asia, this graphic novel follows Maika Halfwolf, a young Arcanic woman with a mysterious past and a powerful connection to a monstrous entity within her. As she navigates a world torn apart by war between humans and Arcanics, Maika seeks answers about her mother's death and her own identity. Her journey is fraught with danger, as she is pursued by both human and Arcanic factions eager to harness her power. The story weaves elements of steampunk and horror, exploring themes of trauma, identity, and the struggle for survival in a richly detailed and visually stunning universe.
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- Published
- 2016
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 192
- Original Language
- English
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