Dead Space Vol. 1 - by Antony Johnston (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Monstrosity lurks around every corner in this graphic novel spin off from the critically acclaimed videogame, Dead Space.

For old and new fans, journey back into the horrific darkness of space as the mutated dead rise to feast on humanity, while the Church of Unitology plots the extinction of mankind...

Back in print for the first time since 2013, Dead Space is back to haunt and frighten. Experience the terror again as the dead mutate into horrific creatures with their sights set on the remains of a distraught human colony.

When P-SEC Sgt. Abraham Neumann encounters a reanimated corpse, he fights off wave after wave with one goal in mind: Survival. After the discovery of an Alien artefact prompts mysterious incidents to occur, the colony is shaken through psychological and vicious threats that break down their security. With the Church of Unitology slowly moving to awaken the Marker and push humanity to extinction. The onslaught grows as a gruesome undertaking takes place.

Dead Space is the first instalment in a three-volume epic.

Review Quotes

"If you are a fan of the horror and weird science fiction, this for sure is a fun pick up and a great way to get into the lore of Dead Space." Comicon

"A spine-chilling read from start to finish that seamlessly captures the constant dread and brutality of the Dead Space video games. If you're already a fan of this franchise then this comic won't disappoint as it packs as much gruesome imagery and tense horror into its pages as it physically can ... 5/5 stars!" Get Your Comic On

"If you liked the lore of the Dead Space world, you will VERY much enjoy this." Gaming Trend

About the Author

Antony Johnston is an award-winning British writer who has previously worked on books such as Wasteland and The Coldest City with his debut horror novel Frightening Curves winning the Best Horror Award in the 2002 IPPY awards.

Ben Templesmith is an Australian comic book artist, best known for his work on Image Comics' Fell, IDW's 30 Days of Night and DC's Gotham by Midnight. With Dead Space, Templesmith cements his passion for illustrating wonderfully detailed horror.