Review - Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees: Rite of Spring #3
From IDW Publishing
The continuing story of the fuzzy serial killer in Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees: Rite of Spring #3 from IDW Publishing is out now.
The years have brought change to Woodbrook. The internet is coming online. Big-box stores are opening their doors... and local serial killer Samantha Brown is seemingly relaxing on her prime directive to keep all killing out of Woodbrook.
Why would Samantha possibly have brought Monica, a young duck trying to avenge her brother (one of Samantha's many victims), to her private village paradise? What sinister plans could she have in store for the young duck? Is it possible that Monica will stop Samantha before she can kill her? Is it possible... that's what Samantha wants?
This, and a further peek into Samantha's early life as a serial killer in the next installment of Patrick Horvath's smash hit series!
by Patrick Horvath (Author, Artist)
This continues to be an incredible story. It really pulls you in, and by the end of the issue, there is a lot on your mind, making you want to see what happens next.
I’ve been watching a bit of Dexter recently, and although I can see the similarities between that and this, I feel that this is something more. Samatha’s drives are a lot darker, and this is shown to perfection in this issue. There is also the longer plan, which is still a little vague and has a myriad of options to consider.
Sam seems to be helping Monica find her lost brother, and the fact that Sam is responsible makes that help all the stranger. This, combined with the flashbacks of young Sam and her return home, makes this a deep read.
There is some excellent art, and the aging techniques showing the difference between young and older Sam are particularly striking, making this an excellent read.
I’m already looking forward to the next issue!
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