Advance Review: Evermore Volume 2
Coming soon from Markosia
I had a chance to look at most of the first volume of Evermore, back in 2022. Now, along with the chance to finish that volume, I have had an advance look at what to expect from Volume 2. It’s coming very soon - March/April - from Markosia.
Trapped within the cursed book of Evermore, Doctor Fredrick Fellowes, his daughter Abigail, and their samurai companion Kiku believe they have finally found a safe refuge in the human city of Sleepy Hollow, ruled by the seemingly benevolent Ichabod Crane. But when a peaceful summit between the governor’s son, Jack, and the sun giants of the Cloud Kingdom ends in bloodshed, the companions are swept into their nightmarish conflict with no end in sight. As shadows of the past resurface, the enigmatic thief Arsène Lupin sets his deadly plan in motion, plunging the fractured city further into chaos. In this harrowing tale of revenge, the boundaries blur between friend and foe, lives hang by a thread, and the horrors of the Cloud Kingdom come crashing down. No one is safe—no one will escape.
WRITTEN BY Joshua Gamon
ART BY Aleksandar Bozic Ske
LETTERS BY Jérôme Gagnon
First of all, polishing off from the previous volume. There is a degree of safety here; the foe has been beaten but is not out, and there is the chance to move onto new pastures.
That new town is Sleepy Hollow. Those who know are aware of the references to that name, and there are some excellent references to other works of fiction throughout this new volume. This is blended excellently, combining what we know and think we know.
The addition of various threats from above (the giants) and more from outside and within make Sleepy Hollow a town with a lot going on. The story works well with this cast of characters, taking us above, below, outside and inside the city as we follow them in their labours.
Along with the established characters of Fredrick, Abigail and Kiku, we meet an interesting doctor, Ichabod Crane (and his crazed son), along with thieves and villains. It all makes an excellent assembly of characters.
This is an excellent page-turner with some incredible twists and turns with old characters and many new ones to get intertwined with. I especially like the new way of looking at ‘Jack, the Giant Slayer’ - it’s a clever use of the name and the position the town of Sleepy Hollow now finds itself in.
The tension mounts throughout the story, and there are some brilliant character moments. These, combined with the excellent art throughout, make this an excellent read.
This is a well-paced story, with the time and panelling allowing us to work through the story. The pace picks up in the final third, but you don’t feel like you are being rushed towards the end.
I really enjoyed the art style, and being in black and white adds to the tone of the story. There are some excellent scenes and angles of the panels. From the dark underground areas to huddling in a church, the woods, out in the open, and the skies, we get some brilliant scenes. This book also uses some excellent shadows and light.
This volume masterfully blends folklore, mythology, and dark fantasy into a gripping, immersive experience. With its clever use of literary references, rich world-building, and well-crafted tension, it keeps you turning the pages. The striking black-and-white art enhances the eerie atmosphere, making every scene feel cinematic and immersive. Whether you're a fan of twisted fairy tales, dark fantasy, or just love a well-crafted story, this is a must-read. If you’ve ever longed for a return to the darker side of childhood fantasy, this book will not disappoint.
