Bad Machinery #3
In "The Case of the Simple Soul," John Allison crafts a warm, clever mystery where the kids of Bad Machinery take on a town-wide panic sparked by a series of arsons—and a misunderstood troll. With the tone balancing humor and heart, the story finds the group stepping in when an angry mob targets the gentle giant, leading to a surprising resolution and a new partnership with the fire department. The full art and inks by John Allison bring the quirky world to life, making this a standout entry in the series.
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Although romance keeps distracting them, the kids investigate a simple-minded troll, and a series of arsons. When an angry mob blames the troll for the fires, and goes on the hunt, the kids try to protect him. The troll is finally cleared of arson and joins the fire department. The kids agree to combine forces for future investigations.
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