Above The Grave: The Complete Series

by Andrew De Zilva, Mitchell Hall

In Mako, the supervillain prison of the world located underground in the Namibian desert, no one finds redemption. Or can they? Follow the adventures of new warden Rick Mastertine, as he deals with a prison break by rogues such as shapeshifting Mister Twister, luck manipulating Russian Roulette, sentient and lethal banyan tree Da Vine and brilliant chimera Crocitis. He must also discover the true secret of Mako and come to terms with his own personal history.

Kindle Edition

Published June 23, 2019

Reviews

[Amanda · Rating 3 out of 5]

Above the Grave is a graphic novel written by Andrew De Silva and Mitchell Hall. Yes, you read that correctly, this one is a graphic novel. A comic book. I am aware that the two terms indicate that there are differences between them, though the distinction remains a mystery to this novice. Anyway, I prefer the term graphic novel now, having finally read one. If you're missing it, I am rather proud of the accomplishment, especially considering the abstract horror I felt when I realized the genre I was diving into. As a graphic novel new recruit, it took me a good bit to acclimate my reading style to authentically experience Above the Grave. The nuts and bolts boil down simply enough; a clandestine lockup where super-naughtiest of villains are confined for the safety of the outside world and the evil hijinks some of its wicked detainees orchestrate.

As it turns out, I dig comics. Who knew? Despite more glaring editing issues than any novel should go to publishing with, I found the story engaging, characters well developed, and pacing of the action appropriately done.