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Mercy
Mirka Andolfo's Mercy #3
The first story arc of MIRKA ANDOLFO’s Gothic tale comes to an end. Lady Hellaine finds a love interest…or is this just a part of her machinations? Who are the ruthless “hunters,” and what are they tracking? And what’s their relationship with whatever lies in the abandoned mines?
28 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 24, 2020
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About the author
Mirka Andolfo
554 books267 followersNeapolitan artist and writer, she is one of the most complete and eclectic Italian creators in the international field. Her upcoming
Mercy
is going to be published almos simultaneously in Italy (November 2019, Panini Comics), France (January 2020, Éditions Glénat) and United States (March 2020, Image Comics).
Her ControNatura (Panini Comics) is one of the most successful Italian series of the last few years. Published in the USA by Image Comics under the title Unnatural/b> , it’s a best seller hit with several reprints already.
There are also Spanish, French, German, Polish, Mexican and (upcoming) Brazilian, Czech and Bulgarian editions.
Andolfo has been collaborating with DC Comics since 2015, having lent her pencil for titles such as Wonder Woman, Harley Quinn, Catwoman, Bombshells, Teen Titans, Green Arrow, R.W.B.Y. and Hex Wives (published under the cult-imprint Vertigo). Together with the writer Sylvain Runberg, she is creator of The Under York Chronicles (Éditions Glénat).
She also wrote stories for BOOM! Studios ( The Amazing World of Gumball ) and illustrated two issues of the award-winning Ms. Marvel series by Marvel Comics.
In 2012 she created Sacro/Profano (Edizioni Dentiblù), a huge bestseller published in United States, France, Netherlands, Germany, Serbia, Spain.
As an artist she’s drawn comics for Dynamite and Aspen, as well as some short stories for Vertigo and DC’s Young Animal, and she’s actually working on covers for DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Valiant, BOOM! Studios, Aspen, Zenescope.
As a colorist, she worked on covers and comics books of important franchises such as Geronimo Stilton, Adventure Time, Ice Age, Peanuts and other series and volumes published all over the world.
During her collaboration with Topolino magazine (Disney’s Mickey Mouse), she has colored numerous covers (including the cover of the historical issue 3000) and stories, working with artists like Giorgio Cavazzano, Corrado Mastantuono and Fabio Celoni.
When she is not working, she loves good food, reading comics and… sharing photos of cats and wolves on Facebook.
Her ControNatura (Panini Comics) is one of the most successful Italian series of the last few years. Published in the USA by Image Comics under the title Unnatural/b> , it’s a best seller hit with several reprints already.
There are also Spanish, French, German, Polish, Mexican and (upcoming) Brazilian, Czech and Bulgarian editions.
Andolfo has been collaborating with DC Comics since 2015, having lent her pencil for titles such as Wonder Woman, Harley Quinn, Catwoman, Bombshells, Teen Titans, Green Arrow, R.W.B.Y. and Hex Wives (published under the cult-imprint Vertigo). Together with the writer Sylvain Runberg, she is creator of The Under York Chronicles (Éditions Glénat).
She also wrote stories for BOOM! Studios ( The Amazing World of Gumball ) and illustrated two issues of the award-winning Ms. Marvel series by Marvel Comics.
In 2012 she created Sacro/Profano (Edizioni Dentiblù), a huge bestseller published in United States, France, Netherlands, Germany, Serbia, Spain.
As an artist she’s drawn comics for Dynamite and Aspen, as well as some short stories for Vertigo and DC’s Young Animal, and she’s actually working on covers for DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Valiant, BOOM! Studios, Aspen, Zenescope.
As a colorist, she worked on covers and comics books of important franchises such as Geronimo Stilton, Adventure Time, Ice Age, Peanuts and other series and volumes published all over the world.
During her collaboration with Topolino magazine (Disney’s Mickey Mouse), she has colored numerous covers (including the cover of the historical issue 3000) and stories, working with artists like Giorgio Cavazzano, Corrado Mastantuono and Fabio Celoni.
When she is not working, she loves good food, reading comics and… sharing photos of cats and wolves on Facebook.
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October 5, 2021
I like the art and the story is good but not fantastic. I hope it's going somewhere because if I'm not mistaken I've now read half the series and it's a little ordinary. I mean, there are stuff happening, it's just that nothing is very original so far and I fear it's not going to be at all in the end.
February 11, 2021
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June 25, 2020
El comienzo se me hizo bastante extraño porque sale un poco de lo usual en el universo de la historia, pero todos los cabos sueltos se atan conforme llegas al final de la historia. Esto no quiere decir que no surjan nuevas preguntas, pero hay suficiente material como para mantenerse sumergido en este mundo de secretos y horror.
La trama es un poco más lenta, construyendo tensión en cada página para dejarte a la expectativa, y ni hablar del final. Aunque lo sentí un poco apresurado, sienta las bases para más capítulos, pero tengo miedo de que no haya suficiente desarrollo. Hay demasiados misterios hasta ahora, así que va siendo hora de algunas respuestas.
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The beginning was quite strange for me because it comes out a bit of the usual in the universe of the story, but all the loose ends are tied as you get to the end of the story. This is not to say that no new questions arise, but there is enough material to keep you immersed in this world of secrets and horror.
The plot is a little slower, building tension on each page to leave you waiting, not to mention the end. Although I felt it a bit rushed, it lays the groundwork for more chapters, but I'm afraid there won't be enough development. There are too many mysteries so far, so it's time for some answers.
Full review: https://tintanocturna.blogspot.com/20...
La trama es un poco más lenta, construyendo tensión en cada página para dejarte a la expectativa, y ni hablar del final. Aunque lo sentí un poco apresurado, sienta las bases para más capítulos, pero tengo miedo de que no haya suficiente desarrollo. Hay demasiados misterios hasta ahora, así que va siendo hora de algunas respuestas.
Reseña completa: https://tintanocturna.blogspot.com/20...
The beginning was quite strange for me because it comes out a bit of the usual in the universe of the story, but all the loose ends are tied as you get to the end of the story. This is not to say that no new questions arise, but there is enough material to keep you immersed in this world of secrets and horror.
The plot is a little slower, building tension on each page to leave you waiting, not to mention the end. Although I felt it a bit rushed, it lays the groundwork for more chapters, but I'm afraid there won't be enough development. There are too many mysteries so far, so it's time for some answers.
Full review: https://tintanocturna.blogspot.com/20...
June 25, 2020
MIRKA ANDOLFO’S MERCY #3, available this Wednesday from Image Comics dives into the grand scheme of Lady Hellaine, and the poor town that will soon play part in it all. A haunting tale with daunting and terrifying notes aplenty, this is not one to miss.
The twisted tale continues in Mercy #3. Lady Hellaine is a woman (creature?) with many plans, and they all have to do with Woodsburgh, a town in the middle of nowhere. While her plan may have hit a few snags on the way, there’s plenty of reason to be concerned about the fate of these townspeople.
The Lady has always been accompanied by her keeper, but now she also has a new companion. One who oddly enough believes the wayward woman to be her mother. That is surely not something that was in the plans, though perhaps it will work out in her favor.
One thing is certain, this little town in the middle of nowhere has had its fair share of pain and suffering. In fact, the more we learn of it, the more it seems like the two are directly connected. All that’s left is to put the pieces of the puzzle together.
Read the full review over at Monkeys Fighting Robots
The twisted tale continues in Mercy #3. Lady Hellaine is a woman (creature?) with many plans, and they all have to do with Woodsburgh, a town in the middle of nowhere. While her plan may have hit a few snags on the way, there’s plenty of reason to be concerned about the fate of these townspeople.
The Lady has always been accompanied by her keeper, but now she also has a new companion. One who oddly enough believes the wayward woman to be her mother. That is surely not something that was in the plans, though perhaps it will work out in her favor.
One thing is certain, this little town in the middle of nowhere has had its fair share of pain and suffering. In fact, the more we learn of it, the more it seems like the two are directly connected. All that’s left is to put the pieces of the puzzle together.
Read the full review over at Monkeys Fighting Robots
June 29, 2020
So far Mercy has been beautifully illustrated but I've had little clue as to what's actually going on. In #3 we finally gain some clarity in regards to the plot. Andolfo's writing is by no means perfect, but that may simply be down to the quality of the translation. Having edited several comics written by non-native English speakers, I know how hard it can be to not only translate the meaning of the words the writer has written, but also the feel...the atmosphere they intended their words to evoke.
Nevertheless, Andolfo has crafted a tale full of interesting and compelling characters, including...and, perhaps, especially...the characters who live by feeding off the brains of normal humans.
Also, the copy I have sports a truly gorgeous cover by Stjepan Šejić, which was worth the cover price alone.
Nevertheless, Andolfo has crafted a tale full of interesting and compelling characters, including...and, perhaps, especially...the characters who live by feeding off the brains of normal humans.
Also, the copy I have sports a truly gorgeous cover by Stjepan Šejić, which was worth the cover price alone.
June 24, 2020
4/5
Mercy #3 went a long way in advancing the plot of this unique series. The monster’s plan may not have been fully revealed, but readers could probably make an educated guess at this point. The sudden addition and revelations at the end of this issue will be enough to get readers coming back for more.
Mercy #3 went a long way in advancing the plot of this unique series. The monster’s plan may not have been fully revealed, but readers could probably make an educated guess at this point. The sudden addition and revelations at the end of this issue will be enough to get readers coming back for more.
May 3, 2021
Hidden in plain sight
Hierarchy’s and hidden agendas with rivalries abound. There are so many pathways and players I am intrigued as to which way things will turn. I love that no one truly knows who the monsters are in this tale.
Hierarchy’s and hidden agendas with rivalries abound. There are so many pathways and players I am intrigued as to which way things will turn. I love that no one truly knows who the monsters are in this tale.
February 2, 2025
Overwritten and in the end I just don’t care about the monsters or who is hunting them or why. I think this is mostly because the characters aren’t interesting. The orphan is vaguely interesting, but the people in the town are boring and so is much of the dialogue.
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July 22, 2020The colour palette is beautiful and the story is going somewhere very interesting, definitely keeping an eye out for the next issue.
October 28, 2020
I don’t know...this series feels so flat and moves slowly. I need more personality.
January 2, 2021
OK, starting to make sense. I like that our little girl is so willing to help.
January 24, 2021
Loved the art
February 5, 2021
This one was good. The ending was actually surprising and I personally love the ambiguity of it all.
February 13, 2021
Continued beautiful artwork and the story seems to be starting to pick up. Sometimes it can be a bit confusing.
July 12, 2021
The beautiful victorian fairy tale goes on piece by piece. Still in love with this art and its characters. Excited for the next three issues!
October 27, 2021
Intriguing
This aliens sort of vampire gang is getting weirder and weirder. I like it. The art is amazing, as well.
This aliens sort of vampire gang is getting weirder and weirder. I like it. The art is amazing, as well.
November 19, 2023
As soon as we're somewhere foreign and new, we start to question ourselves. And inevitably... the foreign annihilates us.
October 19, 2024
Didn't expect a found family trope in this kind of book but that exactly what I needed right now 🥹
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