Haru Book 3: Fall

by Joe Latham

Overview

Read the epic conclusion and discover the secrets of the Valley in Haru Book 3: Fall.

Haru, Yama, and the rest of the gang return one last time for the conclusion of their exciting adventure. Discover what became of Haru after the events of Book 2, and cheer on as they face off against Blight. Secrets will be revealed (what was Haru and Goose's mother hiding?) and wills will be tested (will Herb believe in himself enough to help his friends) but together, nothing can stop this crew! With his stunningly beautiful and Tolkeinesque illustrations, author and artist Joe Latham delivers the perfect finale of his magical tale, in Haru Book 3: Fall.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781524897666
Publisher:	Andrews McMeel Publishing
Publication date:	10/28/2025
Pages:	304
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.80(d)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

About the Author

Joe is a Human Person, based in Bristol (UK). He makes comics, illustrations and designs for other humans. In his own words, he is "a tall nerd" and he plays the drums. He also likes to hang out with his cat. He uses Instagram and Twitter to post project updates and artwork.

Editorial Reviews

★ 2025-07-03
Can Haru’s hope eclipse Blight’s despair?

Jumping right in where its predecessor concluded, this third volume finds the endearing blue bird Haru navigating a frightening and unfamiliar realm known as the Inbetween. Undaunted by the Inbetween’s nightmarish denizens, Haru, who usesthey/them pronouns, forges on. They meet Hecate (“but you can call me Cate”), a ghost cat who guides them through the Inbetween to the next realm. Meanwhile, Haru’s friends, firefly Frei and mushroom Herb, along with Haru’s brother, Goose, are trying to stop the nefarious Blight, whose rageful anguish manifests as angry red skies with tentacled clouds. As the final confrontation looms between heroes and foes, can Haru’s optimism subdue Blight’s pain? Exploring themes of grief and loss juxtaposed against hope and kindness, Latham’s latest graphic fantasy thrills. Despite its weighty subjects, the masterful visual storytelling and numerous lush, wordless panels keep the pages flying. The softly hued scenes contain vibrant splashes of color, creating a dramatic effect. Haru’s journey and transformation resonate, and the narrative nuance brings accessible complexity to what might, deceptively, appear to be a simple tale. Those familiar with Haru’s previous adventures will find satisfying resolutions to longstanding questions in this dreamy and luminous trilogy closer.

Engaging, uplifting, and beautifully imagined.(Graphic animal fantasy. 8-12)

Kirkus Reviews