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The Great British Bump-Off

By John Allison and Max Sarin
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Set against the backdrop of a baking competition, The Great British Bump-Off mixes humour and mystery as the characters navigate unexpected challenges. When a contestant is accused of foul play, they must use their wit and deduction to uncover the truth and clear their name. This graphic novel combines charming illustrations with an engaging story full of twists and turns.
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You might like this book if you enjoy a mix of cosy mystery and humour, with a charming British twist. Set in the world of high-stakes baking, it offers delightful artwork and witty storytelling, perfect for fans of graphic novels who appreciate clever plots and quirky characters.

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"When she enters her country's most beloved baking competition, Shauna Wickle's goal is to delight the judges, charm the nation, and make a few friends along the way. But when a fellow contestant is poisoned, it falls to her to apprehend the culprit while avoiding premature elimination from the UK Bakery Tent--and being the poisoner's next victim"--

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An Agatha Christie-style murder mystery set in the world of English competitive baking from Giant Days' John Allison and Max Sarin.

When she enters her country's most beloved baking competition, Shauna Wickle's goal is to delight the judges, charm the nation, and make a few friends along the way. But when a fellow contestant is poisoned, it falls to her to apprehend the culprit while avoiding premature elimination from the UK Bakery Tent...and being the poisoner's next victim!

Collects issues #1-#4 of Dark Horse Comics series The Great British Bump-Off.

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The Great British Bump-Off by John Allison and Max Sarin is praised for its sharp, witty writing and energetic art. The book displays the signature style that has made the creators beloved, with each page bursting with humour and vivid character illustrations. The collaboration between Allison and Sarin continues to captivate readers, leaving them eager for more.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781506735733

Publisher: Dark Horse Comics,U.S.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 December 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Dark Horse Comics,U.S.

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 258.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 112

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John Allison is the author and artist of Steeple, Giant Days, and the webcomics Scary Go Round and Bad Machinery.

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