Thistlebone is a bewitching and disquieting exercise in folk horror storytelling. Though the narrative may occasionally go in predictable directions, reading it is still a rewarding and satisfying experience. The cult, despite their bizarre and deadly proclivities, has some interesting philosophies on life, and I’m glad we learn more about their traditions and beliefs. Instead of taking the crime thriller route, the comic leans into its supernatural and psychological elements, crafting a disturbing tale where reality is an ever-shifting experience. The ending resolves with an intense twist, but it also leaves the door open to future encounters with the occult side of Harrowvale.

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