REVIEW: 'The Autumn Kingdom' #3 by Cullen Bunn, Christopher Mitten, and Francesco Segala

Autumn Kingdom #3

Writer: Cullen Bunn

Artist: Christopher Mitten, Francesco Segala

Color Flatting: Sabrina Del Grosso

Letters: Taylor Esposito

Publisher: Oni Press

Release Date: November 20, 2024

Cover Price: $4.99

The deathly dark fairy tale from master of horror Cullen Bunn (Invasive, Harrow County) and Christopher Mitten (Hellboy and the B.P.R.D.) descends the treacherous path toward its bloody conclusion!

Sommer and Winter continue their desperate search for their parents, stolen in the night by monsters and taken as sacrifices to the dying fae realm known as the autumn kingdom. When they encounter a fearsome huntress, the sisters rely on the powers of the mysterious sword as their battle rages through the forest, only to discover their enemy is more familiar than expected . . .

Score:

★★★★1/2 (4.5/5)

QUICK REVIEW: In its most action-packed issue yet, "The August Kingdom" thrusts Sommer and Winter into their toughest challenge as they face an unrelenting warrior from start to finish. Their desperate search for their abducted parents continues, and they find themselves either one step closer to locating them or plunging deeper into danger. Cullen Bunn delivers a fast-paced narrative that constantly surprises the sisters, who valiantly fight back with the enchanted sword at their disposal.

This issue follows a straightforward plot but is enhanced by the stunning imagery created by Chris Mitten and the rich colors of Francesco Segala. Readers are swept away by the pulse-pounding confrontations and a mighty cliffhanger.

"The Autumn Kingdom" continues to shine with intrigue, action, and brilliant artwork.

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