These themes are expertly woven throughout the narrative, adding depth and resonance to the comic series.
June understood grief—her comics were often little elegies for small everyday losses—so she suggested they spin it together and see if the top would remember kindness. They climbed the rickety ladder to the chimney at dusk with a flashlight and the jester warm in June’s palm. Mr. Garrow’s hands trembled like old pages.
The story follows the Gowdie family—Janet, Oliver, and their daughters—who move from the city to a small, isolated town to start over. However, they quickly realize their new neighbors aren't entirely human.
The twist? The neighbors are cursed. Not with some magical spell or supernatural power, but with the everyday annoyances and frustrations that come with living in close proximity to others. From noise complaints to lawn disputes, the neighbors must navigate the complexities of suburban life, all while trying to maintain their sanity.