Monstress is a new comic series written by Marjorie Liu with art by Sana Takeda. The pair had previously worked together on X-23, and have rejoined forces to create an original, creator-owned property for Image Comics described thusly:
Set in an alternate 1900’s Asia, MONSTRESS tells the story of a teenage girl who shares a mysterious psychic link with a monster of tremendous power…a connection that will transform them both, and make them the target of both human and otherworldly powers…
The 66-page, triple-sized first issue was just released yesterday, and I loved it. I have heretofore mostly stuck with reading collected editions and trade paperbacks of comic books, but I pre-ordered Monstress #1 on a whim when I saw the gorgeous artwork by Sana Takeda. The series’ unique visual style blends Eastern aesthetics with art deco and a dash of steampunk for good measure.
Monstress #1 Cover Art (via Image Comics)
Wise the Simple 