During Napoleon's retreat from Russia in the winter of 1812, cavalry officers Valentine and Oscar are separated from the main army by a brutal blizzard. They think the worst thing waiting out there in the snow for them is Death. They could not be more wrong.
The two soldiers stumble across an ancient conflict between beings stranger and more powerful than humanity can ...
During Napoleon's retreat from Russia in the winter of 1812, cavalry officers Valentine and Oscar are separated from the main army by a brutal blizzard. They think the worst thing waiting out there in the snow for them is Death. They could not be more wrong.
The two soldiers stumble across an ancient conflict between beings stranger and more powerful than humanity can imagine, a conflict which now threatens to consume the Earth and all upon it – because those who have stood in the horror’s path, the few bastions of light, are going home.
The first book of the acclaimed fantasy / thriller series by comics writer Alex de Campi and artist Christine Larsen, collecting Episodes 01-08. Read more, or sign up for FREE monthly episodes, at http://www.valentinethecomic.com
“A glimpse at the potential future of comics authored specifically for digital devices and packing a rollicking story to boot, Valentine is nothing short of essential.”
Alex de Campi is the Eisner-nominated author of comics such as SMOKE (IDW), KAT & MOUSE and AGENT BOO (both, Tokyopop). She is also an acclaimed director of music videos and commercials. She lives in rural New Hampshire with her husband, baby daughter, and three dogs.
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The two soldiers stumble across an ancient conflict between beings stranger and more powerful than humanity can ...