Strange Neighbors

Fresh out of prison and desperate for a second chance, a disgraced young woman falls for the mysterious new neighbor who sees beyond her past, unaware that he’s a vampire killing anyone who threatens their happily ever after in Tessa Stone’s most deliciously twisted dark romance yet.

After serving four years in prison for a cyberbullying conviction that made national headlines, twenty-something Maria Hampton returns to her parents’ home in Sherwood Forest, one of Detroit’s historic neighborhoods. With her reputation destroyed and a community that wants nothing to do with her, Maria is determined to rebuild her life. Then people from her past begin turning up dead.

When a detective identifies Maria as the common link between the victims, she becomes a suspect in the murders. Certain she cannot survive prison a second time, Maria sets out to clear her name. But as her relationship with her parents deteriorates and suspicion closes in, she finds comfort in Micah, the mysterious new owner of the abandoned mansion at the end of her block.

As Maria falls deeper into Micah’s world, she discovers that monsters are real, and Micah isn’t the only one she should fear. An ancient order of assassins has hunted him and his coven for centuries, and once they discover he has chosen Maria, she becomes the perfect bait to draw him out.

But when the whole world already believes Maria is a monster, falling in love with one may be the most dangerous choice she’s ever made.

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.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
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

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• 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

Trade Paperback (TP)

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

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

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