Killing and Dying #[nn]

This collection brings together six short stories by Adrian Tomine, originally published in various periodicals, that explore themes of family, ambition, and the quiet struggles of everyday life. The title story follows a stand-up comedian grappling with her stage persona, while other pieces delve into topics like a couple's fraught attempt at parenthood and a son's complicated relationship with his aging mother. Tomine's precise linework and understated storytelling make this a standout example of contemporary graphic fiction.