Beautiful Darkness

Fabien Vehlmann, Kerascoët (Illustrator)

Fiction | Graphic Novel/Book | YA | Published in 2011

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Fabien Vehlmann, Kerascoët (Illustrator)

Beautiful Darkness

Fiction | Graphic Novel/Book | YA | Published in 2011

Book Details

Format

Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction

Setting

Forest • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Super Short Summary

Beautiful Darkness, crafted by Fabien Vehlmann with illustrations by Kerascoët, is a dark fairy tale exploring the fragile veneer of civilization. It follows individuals navigating the collapse of their society in a world blending grim reality with whimsical fantasy elements. The narrative delves into themes of survival, morality, and human nature.

Reviews & Readership

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Beautiful Darkness by Fabien Vehlmann and Kerascoët, a macabre fairy tale with stunning illustrations, receives acclaim for its disturbing yet captivating storytelling. Critics praise its juxtaposition of charming art with dark themes, though some feel the narrative's grim nature may not appeal to all readers. Overall, it's a visually compelling and thought-provoking read.

Who Should Read Beautiful Darkness?

Readers who appreciate a dark, whimsical narrative with a blend of innocence and brutality will enjoy Beautiful Darkness by Fabien Vehlmann and Kerascoët. Fans of Neil Gaiman's Coraline or Kazuo Ishiguro's Never Let Me Go will find similar unsettling yet compelling themes in this graphic novel.

Fun Facts

Beautiful Darkness was initially published in French under the title Jolies Ténèbres in 2009 before being translated into English.

The illustration team behind Kerascoët consists of a French duo, Marie Pommepuy and Sébastien Cosset, who often collaborate on graphic novels and children's books.

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Beautiful Darkness displays a unique contrast in art style, combining whimsical and charming illustrations with dark and unsettling themes, creating a visual commentary on the duality of human nature.