Mary Shelley Monster Hunter #2
In "An Unlikely Partnership," Mary Shelley encounters a surprising ally in the form of the current Dr. Frankenstein, who shares her fascination with science and societal change. Written by Adam Glass and Olivia Cuartero-Briggs and illustrated by Hayden Sherman, this 2019 issue from AfterShock explores a bold new vision of creation, where reanimated men are designed to empower women seeking independence—offering a partnership that challenges the world’s expectations. The cover, also by Hayden Sherman, captures the eerie elegance of this twisted experiment.
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The current Dr. Frankenstein explains her unusual past to Mary, believing that the daughter of the renowned feminist Mary Wollstonecraft would understand her work. Victoria intends to continue her father's work, reanimating dead flesh into life as men who can serve as apparent partners for women who want a greater degree of independence, which they could not achieve when single.
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