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Death: The High Cost of Living

Chris Bachalo, Neil Gaiman, Mark Buckingham
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Death: The High Cost of Living

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1994

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Chris Bachalo, Neil Gaiman, Mark Buckingham

Death: The High Cost of Living

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1994
Book Details
Pages

104

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • Contemporary

Publication Year

1994

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Death: The High Cost of Living by Chris Bachalo, Neil Gaiman, and Mark Buckingham follows a day in the life of Death, who assumes human form once a century to better understand humanity. The story explores themes of life, mortality, and compassion through the interactions of Death with various individuals.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

41,985 ratings

79%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Death: The High Cost of Living, crafted by Chris Bachalo, Neil Gaiman, and Mark Buckingham, receives praise for its compelling narrative and masterful artwork. Readers appreciate its philosophical depth and engaging characters. However, some criticize its pacing and find it less impactful than other works by Gaiman. Overall, it’s a thought-provoking read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Death: The High Cost of Living?

Fans of The Sandman series and those who enjoy dark fantasy with philosophical undertones will relish Death: The High Cost of Living by Chris Bachalo, Neil Gaiman, and Mark Buckingham. Comparable to works like Hellblazer and Good Omens, this graphic novel explores themes of life and mortality through a unique and engaging narrative.

4.5

41,985 ratings

79%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

104

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • Contemporary

Publication Year

1994

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

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