Monte-Cristo

In this 2026 graphic novel from Dark Dragon Books, writer Jordan Mechner and artist Mario Alberti reimagine Alexandre Dumas’s classic tale of betrayal and vengeance, with Vincent Hoberg co-writing. The series distills the epic story into two issues, focusing on the emotional core of Edmond Dantès’ transformation into the mysterious Monte-Cristo. It’s a sleek, modern adaptation that honors the original’s dramatic weight while bringing a fresh visual intensity to the narrative.