Northranger: A Modern Graphic Novel Retelling of Jane Austen's Northanger Abbey

In this contemporary graphic novel, high schooler Cade Muñoz trades his Texas ranch life for a summer internship at a rural estate in New York. A fan of vintage horror cinema, Cade struggles to separate cinematic tropes from reality after meeting Henry Tilney, the son of the estate’s owner. As Cade navigates his developing feelings for Henry, he becomes increasingly convinced that the Tilney family hides a violent secret. The narrative translates Jane Austen’s satire of Gothic fiction into a modern coming-of-age mystery, replacing 19th-century skeletons with hidden basements and suspicious late-night activities.

Readers who enjoy queer romance and literary adaptations will find a grounded look at how personal anxieties can warp one's perception of others. The book serves those interested in how classic tropes of social misunderstanding function in a digital age. Readers walk away with a perspective on the dangers of overactive imagination and a clearer understanding of how to build trust despite past insecurities. It provides a visual bridge between traditional Regency narratives and the specific social pressures faced by modern teenagers.