Jesse Custer, a disillusioned Texas preacher, becomes the accidental host to Genesis, a supernatural entity born from the illegal union of an angel and a demon. This merger grants Jesse "The Word," a power that forces anyone to obey his verbal commands. After a divine explosion levels his church and kills his entire congregation, Jesse discovers that God has abandoned Heaven. He teams up with his sharpshooting ex-girlfriend Tulip O'Hare and a hard-drinking Irish vampire named Cassidy to track down the Almighty and hold Him accountable.
This graphic novel targets readers who enjoy dark satire, Western tropes, and theological irreverence. It attracts those interested in hyper-violent action and stories that prioritize gritty realism over traditional superhero narratives. Readers finish the volume with a cynical perspective on religious institutions and a foundation for a sprawling road trip narrative centered on personal honor. It offers a mixture of American gothic aesthetics and grotesque humor, leaving the audience with a clear sense of Garth Ennis’s skepticism toward authority and Steve Dillon’s knack for expressive, visceral character work.
Growth-minded and escapist; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Curious Generalist. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 1995
- Language
- EN
