Royal City Volume 2: Sonic Youth

In this second installment of bestselling author Jeff Lemire's (Descender, Sweet Tooth) ambitious new series, we travel back to 1993 and follow the then-teenaged Pike siblings as they experience the last week of Tommy Pike's life. The mysteries of his death and all the sins that plague the Pike family are brought to light in this heartbreaking and new storyline.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 128 pages
\n Publication date: 17 April 2018
\n Publisher: Image Comics
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In this second installment of bestselling author Jeff Lemire's (Descender, Sweet Tooth) ambitious new series, we travel back to the year 1993 and follow the then-teenaged Pike siblings as they experience the last week of Tommy Pike's life. The mysteries surrounding his death and the sins that now plague the Pike family are brought to light in this heartbreaking and new storyline.

The series takes place in the small town of Haven, where the Pike family has been a prominent figure for generations. Tommy Pike, the eldest of the siblings, is a talented artist who is struggling to find his place in the world. He is torn between his love for his family and his desire to pursue his dreams.

As the week progresses, Tommy's life takes a dark turn. He is plagued by strange visions and nightmares that seem to foretell his impending death. He also begins to suspect that his family is hiding a dark secret that could have led to his demise.

Meanwhile, the Pike siblings are also dealing with their own struggles. Younger brother Ethan is struggling with his own demons and is drawn to the dark arts. Younger sister Rachel is trying to find her place in the world and is torn between her love for Tommy and her desire to pursue her own dreams.

As the week comes to a close, Tommy's fate is sealed. He is killed in a tragic accident, leaving his family and friends devastated. However, the mysteries surrounding his death are not yet resolved, and the Pike family is left to deal with the consequences of their sins.

The series is filled with stunning artwork by Dustin Nguyen, who brings the characters to life with his vibrant and detailed illustrations. The story is also filled with emotional moments that will leave readers on the edge of their seats.

In conclusion, "The Last Week of Tommy Pike" is a must-read for fans of Jeff Lemire's work and anyone who loves a good mystery. The series is filled with heartache, suspense, and emotional moments that will leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment.

\n Weight: 288g\n
Dimension: 258 x 168 x 7 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781534305526\n \n