National Comics: Rose & Thorn

In this one-shot from DC, writer Tom Taylor and artist Neil Googe explore the dual identity of Rose and Thorn, a character whose violent alter ego has long been a fixture of the publisher's history. The story follows Rose, a young woman struggling to control the rage that transforms her into the ruthless Thorn, as she navigates a dangerous confrontation that forces her to confront her own fractured psyche. This 2012 issue offers a self-contained, modern take on a classic DC concept, showcasing Taylor's knack for character-driven storytelling and Googe's dynamic, expressive art.