Tom Poes #3

Based on Marten Toonder's beloved Dutch comic creation, this third album — Tom Poes en het Monster van de Hopvallei — promises a wonderfully chaotic adventure. The cover says it all: a towering dark gorilla-like monster looms menacingly over the ruins as a panicked crowd of small bear cubs scatters in every direction, while an armored bear warrior charges forward with sword and shield, and the white cat Tom Poes himself dashes into the fray clutching a club. A skull-horned creature lurks in a cave in the background, adding an extra layer of delightful dread to this cheerful mayhem. Released in 2017 by Uitgeverij Cliché, it's a charming and energetic entry in the series that fans of classic Dutch comics will enjoy thoroughly.