The New York Four #[nn]
"Itchyhead" delivers a quiet yet powerful chapter in The New York Four, marking a pivotal moment as the group grapples with loss and shifting dynamics. Written by Brian Wood and illustrated with emotional precision by Ryan Kelly—her inks joined by Jim Rugg—this 2014 issue captures the fragile transitions of adolescence, from Olive’s absence reshaping the girls’ world to Ren’s uneasy departure and Riley and Angie’s decisive move forward. The story unfolds with grounded intimacy, its cover by Ryan Kelly reflecting the mood of change and quiet resilience.
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Olive has died, staggering the girls and the street community alike. Olive's brother and Merissa encounter each other, hinting at a possible friendship. Lona turns her back on her obsession with Mr. Adams. Ren feels awkward and unwelcome in her boy friend's circle of older people. Leaving the girls a note, she flies back home to California. Riley and Angie jointly dismiss James with a rude phone message, piling his things onto the curb. With him no longer taking up space, the sisters make plans to share Angie's apartment. Freshman year is drawing to a close.
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