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GUMAA: The Beginning of Her

Illustrated by Jeehyung Lee, Nabetse Zitro
Paperback
6.71"W x 10.17"H x 0.47"D   | 21 oz | 24 per carton
On sale Oct 29, 2024 | 256 Pages | 9781787742789
Rated T
Heralding the first graphic novel written and drawn by the acclaimed South Korean, fan-favorite cover artist Jeehyung Lee.


Collecting the entire critically acclaimed Gumaa saga.


Perfect for fans of hard-hitting supernatural thrillers.

YOUNG KHALIDA escapes from a drug syndicate and discovers an ancient blade in a long-abandoned temple. Using its power, she becomes the GODDESS OF THE CITY, controlling the citizens through dark magic and fear. But events are being manipulated against her from the shadows, targeting Khalida.

A final action-packed confrontation will reawaken the ancient war and change the balance of power between HEAVEN AND HELL…FOREVER.
JEEHYUNG LEE Born in 1939, Jeehyung Lee is a comic and video game illustrator born and raised in South Korea. Former Art Director and concept artist at Netmarble, Jeehyung’s career has spanned across the exciting mediums of comic books and video games.
Jeehyung has designed dynamic superhero art covers for both Marvel and DC comics, an album cover for K-POP artist Wanna One and has created original characters Luna Snow and Sharon Rogers that can be found battling it out in the hit video game Marvel Future Fight! Outside of licensed work, he has also created an original supernatural thriller comic called GUMAA.
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Urban Fantasy, laced with horror and noir, brought to incredible life with Jeehyung’s phenomenal artwork. You owe it to yourself to check out GUMAA!” James Tynion IV (Joker War, Something is Killing the Children, The Department of Truth)

"GUMAA is an incredible achievement, and everyone needs to check this out." David Nakayama

"A blood-splattered tale of revenge" CBR

"A haunting look at the cost of crime on the soul as gorgeously rendered by Jeehyung Lee" Popverse

"Dark, in the style of The Crow. It's a phenomenal read that hits all the senses" Pressable Defects

"Compelling from the onset, GUMAA pulls you into a gritty, immersive tale of dark obsessions and reverence. In addition to the detailed, cinematic panels, the story is decorated with purposeful emotion and no shortage of action." Nearing Nerdvana

"Jeehyung Lee’s GUMAA is a story for our time: richly realized, passionate storytelling and a unique vision rarely seen in the art form make this a tale I gladly recommend to readers searching for something new.” Brian Pulido, Publisher Coffin Comics, creator Lady Death

"JeeHyung Lee's tale is packed with urgency and energy, and the art team's visuals are gorgeous." Comical Opinions

"Both mysterious and adventurous in tone." Comic Book and Movie Reviews

"Engaging and the characters felt real and lived in." Comic Book Invest

About

Heralding the first graphic novel written and drawn by the acclaimed South Korean, fan-favorite cover artist Jeehyung Lee.


Collecting the entire critically acclaimed Gumaa saga.


Perfect for fans of hard-hitting supernatural thrillers.

YOUNG KHALIDA escapes from a drug syndicate and discovers an ancient blade in a long-abandoned temple. Using its power, she becomes the GODDESS OF THE CITY, controlling the citizens through dark magic and fear. But events are being manipulated against her from the shadows, targeting Khalida.

A final action-packed confrontation will reawaken the ancient war and change the balance of power between HEAVEN AND HELL…FOREVER.

Creators

JEEHYUNG LEE Born in 1939, Jeehyung Lee is a comic and video game illustrator born and raised in South Korea. Former Art Director and concept artist at Netmarble, Jeehyung’s career has spanned across the exciting mediums of comic books and video games.
Jeehyung has designed dynamic superhero art covers for both Marvel and DC comics, an album cover for K-POP artist Wanna One and has created original characters Luna Snow and Sharon Rogers that can be found battling it out in the hit video game Marvel Future Fight! Outside of licensed work, he has also created an original supernatural thriller comic called GUMAA.

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Praise

Urban Fantasy, laced with horror and noir, brought to incredible life with Jeehyung’s phenomenal artwork. You owe it to yourself to check out GUMAA!” James Tynion IV (Joker War, Something is Killing the Children, The Department of Truth)

"GUMAA is an incredible achievement, and everyone needs to check this out." David Nakayama

"A blood-splattered tale of revenge" CBR

"A haunting look at the cost of crime on the soul as gorgeously rendered by Jeehyung Lee" Popverse

"Dark, in the style of The Crow. It's a phenomenal read that hits all the senses" Pressable Defects

"Compelling from the onset, GUMAA pulls you into a gritty, immersive tale of dark obsessions and reverence. In addition to the detailed, cinematic panels, the story is decorated with purposeful emotion and no shortage of action." Nearing Nerdvana

"Jeehyung Lee’s GUMAA is a story for our time: richly realized, passionate storytelling and a unique vision rarely seen in the art form make this a tale I gladly recommend to readers searching for something new.” Brian Pulido, Publisher Coffin Comics, creator Lady Death

"JeeHyung Lee's tale is packed with urgency and energy, and the art team's visuals are gorgeous." Comical Opinions

"Both mysterious and adventurous in tone." Comic Book and Movie Reviews

"Engaging and the characters felt real and lived in." Comic Book Invest
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