Diamond Park

A fast-paced novel about four Mexican American teenagers from Houston, a ‘59 Chevy Impala, and a murder that changes their lives forever.

“Packs a punch while managing to wrest tough situations into the realm of hope.”—Booklist, starred review

“A powerful novel about teenagers forced to grow up too soon [and] kids dealing with adult problems.”—Jaquira Díaz, author of Ordinary Girls

Flaco isn’t the kind of kid who gets in trouble. He doesn’t want to give his mom or his aunt any grief. They’ve had enough since his cousin Carlos died in Afghanistan. But he finds a whole lot more than trouble when he and his friends Tiny, Magaña, and Susi take the bus from their Houston neighborhood to Diamond Park to buy a used car. And not just any car—a 1959 Impala convertible, a dream ride. The transaction gets complicated fast, and Susi ends up with a knife in her hands, covered in blood.

To clear Susi’s name, the boys cross into Mexico hunting for a trafficker named Anaconda, the man they believe is the real killer. In the process, they discover how little they ever actually understood about what really happened in Diamond Park.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

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Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

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• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

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• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

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• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
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The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs