The Hearthstone Hunt

The hunt is on! In this spellbinding sequel to the The Grimlore Game, a misfit orphan with cursebreaking magic teams up with her wallflower cousin and a talking cat to solve the mysteries buried deep within their gothic, curse-ridden town.

Being a cursebreaker isn’t easy work. Just ask thirteen-year-old Kit, who managed to solve the mystery of Grimlore Manor—only to discover a large-scale curse has overtaken the nearby town of Hearthstone. The townspeople’s most beloved possessions have begun to disappear, and no one can figure out why. Soon enough, Kit and her hapless cousin Harlow find themselves on a dangerous scavenger hunt through a town riddled with curse creatures, booby traps, and haunting family secrets.

As time begins to run out, people begin to disappear too. Kit will have to dive deep into her family’s past if she wants to have any hope of saving the town. After all. . . what use is a cursebreaker if she can’t break a curse?

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