![]() ![]() He even plays around with altered styles and colors as the fables are being told, while never failing to remain true to his uniquely charming method. Any panel could easily be framed and put on a wall in a library. I'm not sure any other comic book artist puts this amount of artistry in every stroke. Petersen's artwork is truly unparalleled. Each story has so much heart and depth captured in just a few panels on a few pages. Each story contains a fable narrated by one of the mice and, although each fable is different from the others, they all carry the same theme-"service: greater than self and sword, and a concern with the well-being of others rather than solely of your own" (Petersen). The three tales include The Owlhen Caregiver, Piper the Listener, and The Wild Wolf. This collection can be read, understood, and enjoyed as a standalone. ![]() The Owlhen Caregiver is a collection of three short stories that are very loosely tethered to the main three volumes of Mouse Guard. I absolutely adore this series and Petersen's most recent entry is a worthy addition to the series. Amazingly, I was able to recently find a copy secondhand and in excellent condition, rounding out my complete Mouse Guard collection. ![]() I checked with my local comic shop too late, having just missed purchasing one of the three copies that were available. ![]() I was sad when I failed to obtain this comic during its limited release back in July 2021. I have a BookTube channel where I review books, give reading suggestions, and more! Check it out here: ![]()
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