{"product_id":"ice-cream-man-volume-2-strange-neapolitan-9781534308763","title":"Ice Cream Man Volume 2: Strange Neapolitan","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIce Cream Man Volume 2: Strange Neapolitan - Graphic Novel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAward-Winning Horror Anthology Series\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIce Cream Man Volume 2: Strange Neapolitan continues the critically acclaimed horror anthology series by W. Maxwell Prince. Recognized as one of \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePaste Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e's 25 Best Comic Books of 2018\u003c\/b\u003e, this collection delivers four standalone tales that blend psychological horror with dark fantasy elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Inside This Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis trade paperback collects Ice Cream Man issues #5-8, presenting four distinct stories of woe, redemption, and supernatural encounters. Each chapter functions as a self-contained narrative while contributing to the series' larger mythology. The anthology format allows readers to experience complete stories within a single volume, making it accessible for both new readers and series followers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Creative Team\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWritten by W. Maxwell Prince, who works from Brooklyn and has authored notable titles including ONE WEEK IN THE LIBRARY (Image Comics), \u003ci\u003eThe Electric Sublime\u003c\/i\u003e (IDW), and \u003ci\u003eJudas: The Last Days\u003c\/i\u003e. Prince's writing style combines unsettling horror with philosophical undertones, creating narratives that linger beyond the final page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFormat and Publisher Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublished by Image Comics in December 2018, this paperback edition presents the material in a collected format ideal for readers who prefer trade paperbacks over single issues. Image Comics' reputation for creator-owned projects ensures the artistic vision remains uncompromised throughout the series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThematic Content\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Strange Neapolitan subtitle hints at the layered nature of these stories. Like the three-flavored ice cream, each tale presents multiple dimensions—horror intertwined with human drama, supernatural elements grounded in emotional reality, and dark humor punctuating moments of genuine terror. The series explores life-changing events through a horror lens, examining how characters respond when confronted with the inexplicable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Book Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIce Cream Man Volume 2 appeals to readers who appreciate horror comics with literary ambitions, fans of anthology series like \u003ci\u003eThe Twilight Zone\u003c\/i\u003e or \u003ci\u003eBlack Mirror\u003c\/i\u003e, and graphic novel enthusiasts seeking mature storytelling. The young adult classification indicates sophisticated themes suitable for older teens and adult readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis volume stands as both a continuation of the series and an entry point for new readers, as the anthology structure allows each story to function independently while building the series' unsettling atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Image Comics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50681079726354,"sku":"9781534308763","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_e68d2c5d-6c85-42b0-adc9-667cb433ad4c.jpg?v=1744215660","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/ice-cream-man-volume-2-strange-neapolitan-9781534308763","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}