Geis: A Matter of Life & Death

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Book one in gripping action, supernatural and historical fantasy graphic novel trilogy where souls battle in a contest to become the ruler of an island.

As the great chief matriarch lay dying, she gave one final decree: Upon her death there would be a contest. Having no heir of her own blood she called on the Gods. Let fate decide the one truly worthy to rule in her place. The rich, the strong, the wise, the powerful; many put forward their names in hope of being chosen. But when the night came... only fifty souls alone were summoned.

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An impressive artistic achievement. * The Sunday Times *
Alexis Deacon is a favourite illustrator of mine and he has written and illustrated one of the best graphic novels I've ever read. The pace of the narrating is deft but the frames take my breath away. Geis (Nobrow), pronounced "Gesh", is a book you can go back to and find new wonders each time. * The Guardian *
A fascinating, thought provoking and rewarding read. * SLA *

Author Bio

Alexis Deacon's first book, Slow Loris, was named one of the hundred best children's books of all time by Time Magazine. He has twice been shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal and is a two time recipient of The New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Books Award. In 2014, The River won the Observer/Jonathan Cape/Comica Graphic Short Story Prize. The Geis series is his first foray into full-length graphic novels.