American Vampire #1
This volume collects the first five issues of the acclaimed horror series, introducing readers to the Old West outlaw Skinner Sweet, who becomes the first of a new breed of vampire, and Pearl Jones, a struggling 1920s actress who crosses paths with him. Written by Scott Snyder with a backup story by Stephen King, the book explores a uniquely American take on vampire mythology across different eras.
"Big Break" kicks off a chilling chapter in the American Vampire saga, with Stephen King and Rafael Albuquerque crafting a tense, character-driven story where the past refuses to stay buried. Three years after a brutal clash with Skinner Sweet, James Book fights to hold on to his humanity, while Abilena faces a heartbreaking choice—and makes a request that carries weight far beyond the moment. The haunting atmosphere and emotional stakes are brought to life by Albuquerque’s striking visuals and McCaig’s evocative colors, all framed by a cover by Albuquerque that captures the story’s eerie gravity.
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Will Bunting concludes his strange tale. It has been three years since the showdown with Skinner Sweet, and James Book continues to struggle with the vampirism given to him by his long-time nemesis. Abilena reluctantly agrees to her beloved's request to end his misery, but she asks for a deeply personal favor in return. Meanwhile, Skinner Sweet escapes his Earthen prison and turns his attention to the vampire behind the whole affair.
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