Frank Miller, renowned as the creative genius behind some of the most, influential and groundbreaking comic books to the date, has yet again changed the world of graphic novels with his dark and mysterious novel, “Bad Boy“.
“Bad Boy” is a testament to Miller’s expertise in framing unforgettable narratives with his signature style of storytelling. This graphic novel tells the surreal story of an adolescent named Jason, who carries the identity of a bad boy, struggling to distinguish between reality and fantasy, while dealing with some troubling family issues.
The illustrations are by Simon Bisley, famous for his work in the British comic book industry, particularly titles like “Lobo” and “Sláine”. The combination of Miller’s plotting brilliance and Bisley’s distinctive illustration method gives life and depth to this unique and intricate tale. The characters from “Bad Boy” are complex with layers of depth waiting to be peeled away.
An exemplification of an anti-hero, Jason, the protagonist, is a disconcerting and unpredictable character that will leave readers questioning the roots of good and evil. The graphic novel has Miller’s classic style, instilling a deep sense of fascination, anticipation, and suspense revealed only piecemeal to the audience.
“Bad Boy” is a rich, provocative, and twisted tale that boldly challenges the conventional rules of the fantasy genre. Readers will find themselves lost in Jason’s troubled world, encountering elements of surrealism injected skillfully throughout the narrative.
In the end, “Bad Boy” is more than just a graphic novel, it is a jarring visual and reading experience that delivers a haunting narrative impeccably wrapped in a visually stunning package. This work of Miller will unquestionably leave its mark, being a brilliant display of storytelling and one is well worth adding to any collection of graphic novels.