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Mother Panic Vol. 1 A Work In Progress

By Jody Houser
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Mother Panic Vol. 1 A Work In Progress by Jody Houser follows Violet Paige, a rebellious socialite who leads a double life as a vigilante in Gotham City. With her own agenda clashing against the city's darkness, she seeks revenge for her past while dealing with the challenges of her unique position. The book offers a fresh perspective on justice and identity within the iconic Gotham setting.
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If you enjoy gritty urban tales with a psychological edge, this graphic novel might captivate you. Set in a dark and complex Gotham-like city, it delves into themes of vengeance and identity, offering a unique take on the superhero genre with a strong, intriguing female lead. Its stunning artwork and layered storytelling make it a compelling read for fans of modern, mature twists on classic comic book narratives.

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"Originally published in single magazine form in Mother Panic 1-6"--Copyright page.

Part of Gerard Way's new imprint, DC's Young Animal!

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Part of Gerard Way's new imprint, DC's Young Animal!

Gotham has long been the city of the Bat, but there's a new vigilante on the streets, and she's got her own brand of violent justice to deal out to the criminals of the city.

Enter Mother Panic! By day, Violet Paige is a celebutante with a bad attitude and a temper to match, whom no one suspects of having anything lying beneath the surface of her outrageous exploits. But Violet isn't just another bored heiress in the upper echelons of Gotham City's elite. Motivated by her traumatic youth, Violet seeks to exact vengeance on her privileged peers as the terrifying new vigilante known only as Mother Panic.

Collects issues #1-6 of this brand-new series from Jody Houser (Faith) with art by Tommy Lee Edwards (MAD MAX: FURY ROAD).

Mother Panic is a part of DC's Young Animal—a four-book grassroots mature-reader imprint, creatively spearheaded by Gerard Way, bridging the gap between the DCU and Vertigo, and focusing on the juxtaposition between visual and thematic storytelling.

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Mother Panic Vol. 1 A Work In Progress offers a gritty exploration of Gotham City through the eyes of its complex protagonist, appealing particularly to fans of darker Batman narratives. Violet Paige is a compelling antihero with a story filled with deep-seated bitterness and courage, drawing comparisons to Greg Rucka's work. The dialogue and pacing are praised for their excellence, and the book stands out with its psychedelic visual style and unique narrative touch.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781401271114

Publisher: DC Comics

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 June 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: DC Comics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 167.0mm

Height: 257.0mm

Weight: 294g

Pages: 176

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About the Author

Gerard Way is the Eisner Award-winning writer of The Umbrella Academy and the comic miniseries The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys. He is the creative mind behind the new grassroots imprint DC's Young Animal, whose retro-inspired lineup bridges the gap between the DC Universe and Vertigo. Way is also widely known for his former role as the lead vocalist and co-founder of the alternative rock band My Chemical Romance.

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