The Fawn Girls

A haunting Southern fever dream of a novel about a young woman taken in by her beguiling aunt and cousins, only to learn her estranged family is far more dangerous than she bargained for

Left reeling after the sudden death of her mother, Bridget has no other option but to shed her old life to stay with her aunt and three cousins in rural Louisiana. At first, the Fawns seems golden: her aunt Ada is generous, if eccentric, and inheriting three cousins means that for once, Bridget finally feels a sense of belonging.

But there are strange goings-on in the isolated Fawn house; knocking can be heard from the locked rooms on the third floor, and Bridget’s cousins treat Ada with cult-like reverence. Unsettled, Bridget finds that there are no limits to what Ada will ask her to do: quit all her medication cold turkey, live without technology—even participate in disturbing nighttime rituals in the woods.

But Bridget’s desire for connection is paramount, and fitting in soon consumes her. And when people in town start to disappear, Ada will stop at nothing to keep her girls safe. As tensions mount during one endless, sweltering summer, Bridget must decide how much of herself she’s willing to sacrifice for the family she’s always yearned for.

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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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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• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

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• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

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• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

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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