Omnibus 1
Sweet Tooth - Deluxe Edition: Book One
Kids like Gus have a price on their heads.
Seven years ago, the Affliction raged like a forest fire, killing billions. The only children born since are part of a new breed of human-animal hybrids. Gus is one of these children, a boy with a sweet soul, a sweeter tooth-and the features of a deer.
When vicious hunters descend on his isolated forest home, a mysterious and violent man called Jepperd rescues Gus. The hulking drifter promises to lead Gus to The Preserve, a fabled safe haven for hybrid children.
As the two cross this dangerous new American frontier, will Jepperd corrupt the boy he's nicknamed Sweet Tooth, or will Gus's heart change Jepperd?
Written and illustrated by spectacular talent Jeff Lemire, SWEET TOOTH is a haunting tale of survival in post-apocalyptic America of friendships formed in tragedy, and the good and bad in humankind. Collects SWEET TOOTH #1-12, as well as never-before-seen sketches and an introduction by celebrated actor Michael Sheen (Masters of Sex, Frost/Nixon).
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Sweet Tooth - Deluxe Edition: Book Two
THE PLACE WHERE IT ALL BEGAN
After years of the deadly Affliction, those who remain-the surviving humans and the new generation of animal-hybrid children-are searching for answers. And one place in all the world seems to have them: Northern Alaska.
It was here, in this faraway, frozen wilderness that the Affliction first took root, before eventually spreading its devastation throughout the globe. Gus, Jepperd and their friends are traveling north to the remote research outpost where Gus was born, in the hope that understanding the plague's source will lead to a cure.
What power was unleashed in the frozen tundra? Can it be stopped? But even if the survivors reach their goal, there might not be anything left of humanity to save…
Gus and Jepperd's postapocalyptic journey comes to a heart-stopping, heartbreaking conclusion in this final deluxe hardcover, written and illustrated by Jeff Lemire (DESCENDER, GREEN ARROW) with additional art by Matt Kindt (MIND MGMT). SWEET TOOTH: THE DELUXE EDITION BOOK THREE collects issues 26-40 as well as never-before-seen sketches and an interview with the author and Damon Lindelof (co-creator of LOST and THE LEFTOVERS).
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Sweet Tooth - Deluxe Edition: Book Three
Jeff Lemire (DESCENDER, GREEN ARROW) continues his vivid exploration of kindness and cruelty in a post-apocalyptic world.
The human race has reached its darkest hour. In the seven years since the Affliction first appeared, billions have died. All the children born since the plague are a strange new race of animal-human hybrids.
One of the few remaining humans, a drifter named Jepperd, has formed a bond with one such child, a sweet deer-like boy called Gus. But even among the hybrid children, Gus is an anomaly, seemingly born before the sickness began.
Believing that Gus's history might be the key to the plague's origins, Jepperd and the boy will journey north together to Alaska in the hope that if they can uncover the story of his birth, it will lead them to a cure for the sickness.
But the troubling question remains: If Gus isn't a product of the Affliction, was he its cause?
Collects SWEET TOOTH #13-25, a pinup gallery from some of the comics industry's top talents, and an introduction by colorist José Villarrubia.
Volume 1
Sweet Tooth Vol. 1: Out of the Deep Woods
Following on the heels of THE NOBODY, his Vertigo graphic novel debut, writer/artist Jeff Lemire pens his very first ongoing series SWEET TOOTH. A cross between Bambi and Cormac McCarthy's The Road, SWEET TOOTH tells the story of Gus, a rare new breed of human/animal hybrid children, has been raised in isolation following an inexplicable pandemic that struck a decade earlier. Now, with the death of his father he's left to fend for himself . . . until he meets a hulking drifter named Jepperd who promises to help him. Jepperd and Gus set out on a post-apocalyptic journey into the devastated American landscape to find 'the Preserve" a refuge for hybrids. This unique and haunting new series is written and illustrated by Eisner-nominated creator Lemire (The Essex County Trilogy).
Volume 2
Sweet Tooth Vol. 2: In Captivity
Following on the heels of THE NOBODY, his Vertigo graphic novel debut, writer/artist Jeff Lemire pens his very first ongoing series SWEET TOOTH. A cross between Bambi and Cormac McCarthy's The Road, SWEET TOOTH tells the story of Gus, a rare new breed of human/animal hybrid children, has been raised in isolation following an inexplicable pandemic that struck a decade earlier. Now, with the death of his father he's left to fend for himself . . . until he meets a hulking drifter named Jepperd who promises to help him. Jepperd and Gus set out on a post-apocalyptic journey into the devastated American landscape to find "The Preserve" a refuge for hybrids. In this second volume, Lemire explores the heartbreaking story of Jepperd and how he went from a devoted husband to the ruthless mercenary he is now. Meanwhile, Gus is captured in a camp with other hybrid creatures where he meets Dr. Singh, a scientist studying the plague that's wiped out so much of the world. By traveling more into Gus' past, Singh will learn more about the plague, as well as clues to how some of it might relate to Gus and his father. Collects issues #6-11.
Volume 3
Sweet Tooth Vol. 3: Animal Armies
A cross between Bambi and Cormac McCarthy's The Road, SWEET TOOTH tells the story of Gus, a rare new breed of human/animal hybrid children, who has been raised in isolation following an inexplicable pandemic that struck a decade earlier. Now, with the death of his father, he's left to fend for himself…until he meets a hulking drifter named Jepperd who promises to help him. Jepperd and Gus set out on a post-apocalyptic journey into the devastated American landscape to find “The Preserve,” a refuge for hybrids. In this third volume, Jeppard begins to form an army to topple the militia camp so he can rescue Gus and the other hybrid kids. But will he arrive too late to save anyone? Collects issues #12-17.
Volume 4
Sweet Tooth Vol. 4: Endangered Species
Following on the heels of The Nobody, his Vertigo graphic novel debut, writer/artist Jeff Lemire pens his very first ongoing series SWEET TOOTH. A cross between Bambi and Cormac McCarthy's The Road, SWEET TOOTH tells the story of Gus, a rare new breed of human/animal hybrid children, has been raised in isolation following an inexplicable pandemic that struck a decade earlier. Now, with the dWHO eath of his father he's left to fend for himself . . . until he meets a hulking drifter named Jepperd who promises to help him. Jepperd and Gus set out on a post-apocalyptic journey into the devastated American landscape to find 'the Preserve" a refuge for hybrids. Gus reluctantly joins Jepperd on a missing persons hunt, but the tension between the two continues to grow. Meanwhile, Singh and Johnny come face to face with a deadly new threat, and Lucy and the girls meet Walter Fish, an enigmatic survivor who may have more to offer than meets the eye. Will this lead to a new sanctuary for them, or something far more dangerous?
Volume 5
Sweet Tooth Vol. 5: Unnatural Habitats
Following on the heels of The Nobody, his Vertigo graphic novel debut, writer/artist Jeff Lemire pens his very first ongoing series SWEET TOOTH. A cross between Bambi and Cormac McCarthy's The Road, SWEET TOOTH tells the story of Gus, a rare new breed of human/animal hybrid children, has been raised in isolation following an inexplicable pandemic that struck a decade earlier. Now, with the death of his father he's left to fend for himself . . . until he meets a hulking drifter named Jepperd who promises to help him. Jepperd and Gus set out on a post-apocalyptic journey into the devastated American landscape to find "The Preserve" a refuge for hybrids. As the mysterious Captain James Thacker and his crew man a deadly expedition, they will uncover secrets centuries old, but what does any of this have to do with Gus and Jepperd? Plus, while Jeppard, Singh and Gus make plans to head to Alaska, things start to deteriorate for the rest of the group back at the sanctuary!
Volume 6
Sweet Tooth Vol. 6: Wild Game
A cross between Bambi and Cormac McCarthy's The Road, SWEET TOOTH tells the story of Gus, a rare new breed of human/animal hybrid children, who has been raised in isolation following an inexplicable pandemic that struck a decade earlier. Dr. Singh arrives in Alaska and uncovers the origins of Gus and the hybrid children and the cause of the plague that decimated the world. And as Gus and Jepperd finally arrive in Alaska and come face to face with the truth, the militia continues to bear down on them. Their deadliest battle is still ahead.
Issue 1
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #1
Out of the Deep Woods" part 1! When his father passes away, Gus, a boy born with antlers, must survive the harsh world he inhabits alone—that is until the mysterious Jepperd shows up. The unlikely duo form an alliance and decide to travel to the "Preserve," a fabled safe-haven for hybrid children.
Issue 2
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #2
The innocent deer/boy Gus is forced from his forest sanctuary into the almost annihilated world of men where he's desperately led by a different kind of force of nature: a cold killer who promises the only chance of salvation. 'Out of the Deep Woods' part 2.
Issue 3
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #3
Hunters, cultists, mutants and shantytown pimps all want a piece of Gus, the boy with deer antlers. As Gus goes out into what's left of the world, he'll find out that no one is quite what they seem. 'Out of the Deep Woods' part 3.
Issue 4
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #4
Both the desperate and the hopeful fill the long, hard road through the wasteland. Everyone's looking to survive another day, and now they're beginning to see the young boy from the woods as the only means to that end. 'Out of the Deep Woods' part 4.
Issue 5
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #5
Surprises abound in the conclusion to 'Out of the Deep Woods,' the first arc of the red-hot series. On the dangerous road to a rumored safe haven, Gus and Jepperd come to a raw moment of truth and face a decision that could change everything!
Issue 6
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #6
In Captivity' part 1! Take a look back at the first days of the apocalypse and the lengths to which Jepperd is forced to go in order to survive. Plus, discover more details about the disturbing fate of the young hybrid boy, Gus.
Issue 7
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #7
As Jepperd hits rock bottom, memories of his chilling past resurface. And Gus finally comes face to face with the ominous Dr. Singh, a man at the center of the post-apocalyptic mystery. 'In Captivity' part 2.
Issue 8
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #8
He's got the might of the military behind him and a camp full of human-hybrid guinea pigs, so why is Dr. Singh most excited about getting his hands on Gus? What does he hope to discover? And why is Singh asking so many questions about Gus's father? 'In Captivity' part 3.
Issue 9
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #9
Jepperd's life would forever change the day he met Abbot, Dr. Singh's deadly muscle-for-hire. It's a day that'd start his deadly journey toward becoming a heartless killer. A day he's been trying hard not to remember.... 'In Captivity' part 4.
Issue 10
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #10
Dr. Singh takes Gus on a surreal journey into his own past, his strange upbringing, and the even stranger teachings of his mysterious father. But will they find what Dr. Singh is really looking for? 'In Captivity' part 5.
Issue 11
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #11
In Captivity' part 6! Jepperd's secrets are finally revealed, as the cold-blooded killer recounts the most horrendous time of his life and the vicious events that made him the man he is today.
Issue 12
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #12
In this stand-alone story, we take a peek into a day in the life of Gus as our favorite antlered boy finds moments of surprising tenderness in the grueling militia camp. Meanwhile, Dr. Singh recounts the events of the plague.
Issue 13
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #13
Animal Armies' part 1! Gus and the other hybrid kids meet a new ally in the militia camp, but will he help them find a way out? Meanwhile, Jepperd and his new traveling companions head into the heart of 'The Last City' looking for allies of their own.
Issue 14
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #14
Just as Jepperd gathers his army to take down the militia camp, Gus and the hybrid kids embark on a daring escape. In the process, our doe-eyed hero crosses a line, and he'll never be the same. 'Animal Armies' part 2.
Issue 15
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #15
Gus quickly learns that the path to freedom may be deadlier than captivity. But can he do what it takes to keep the hybrids safe? And just who are those feral Dog-boys that have been haunting Gus's dreams since issue #3? These secrets and more finally revealed! 'Animal Armies' part 3.
Issue 16
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #16
Jepperd's army storms the militia gates and all hell breaks loose. But can he control the forces he's set into motion—or will their frenzy destroy Gus before they can even be reunited? 'Animal Armies' part 4.
Issue 17
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #17
In the 'Animal Armies' finale, the war between the cult army and the militia erupts as Jepperd finally encounters Abbot in his insane attempt to rescue Gus. Not everyone's making it out of this one, and those that do survive will never be the same.
Issue 18
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #18
Jepperd and his new traveling companions begin a long trek north in search of answers in this stand-alone issue. But as the first snowfall of the year hits, mistrust and fear threaten to tear the group apart before they even get started!
Issue 19
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #19
In a special, vignette style issue, as the three female characters of SWEET TOOTH go off to collect firewood for the night, we see glimpses of their past, all of which reveal something more about the mysterious plague that decimated America.
Issue 20
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #20
Endangered Species' part 1! Gus reluctantly joins Jepperd on a hunt for the missing girls, but the tension between the two continues to grow. Meanwhile, Singh and Johnny come face to face with a deadly new threat, and Lucy and the girls meet an enigmatic survivor who may have more to offer than meets the eye.
Issue 21
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #21
In a split narrative tale, readers follow the girls as they continue to learn more about Walter Fish while Gus and Jepperd battle a bear in the woods. 'Endangered Species' part 2.
Issue 22
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #22
Gus and Jepperd discover the dam and the amazing secrets it holds. But when Jepperd and Walter Fish butt heads, it threatens to tear the group apart. 'Endangered Species' part 3.
Issue 23
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #23
With the amazing discovery of Walter Fish's home, Gus and the gang finally feel like they've found a sanctuary, a place where they could live in peace for the rest of their lives. But one bullet will shatter it all in an instant. 'Endangered Species' part 4.
Issue 24
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #24
As Gus lies dying, he has a new and terrible vision that will test the group's faith. Meanwhile, Lucy and Jepperd's relationship crumbles, and Walter Fish is left to pick up the pieces. 'Endangered Species' part 5.
Issue 25
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #25
As 'Endangered Species' comes to an end, new revelations about Walter Fish and Project Evergreen push Jepperd over the edge. When his violent actions finally ostracize him from the rest of the group, he's forced to leave The Dam, but he won't go quietly—and he won't go without Gus.
Issue 26
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #26
The Taxidermist' part 1! Who is Captain James Thacker and what are he and his crew doing in the far northern reaches of Alaska? On this deadly expedition they'll uncover secrets centuries old, but what does any of this have to do with Gus and Jepperd?
Issue 27
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #27
Thacker and his men are taken on a journey deep into the frozen heart of Alaska where the origins of the plague may lie hidden deep below the ice! Jeff Lemire and guest artist Matt Kindt continue their mysterious mini-epic 'The Taxidermist'!
Issue 28
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #28
The Taxidermist' concludes as Thacker leads his crew on an all-out assault on Simpson's camp in an attempt to slaughter the mysterious antlered child! But will the child live on, or will the plague spread? Jeff Lemire and Matt Kindt conclude their mini-epic in bloody fashion with implications that will affect Gus, Jepperd and more.
Issue 29
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #29
Unnatural Habits' part 1! While Jepperd, Singh and Gus make plans to head to Alaska, things start to deteriorate for the rest of the group back at the sanctuary in the dam.
Issue 30
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #30
After the startling revelations at The Dam, the girls struggle to survive as Jepperd learns the truth about Project Evergreen. But can he make it back in time to save them? And even if he does, how will he get inside the impenetrable Dam? 'Unnatural Habits' part 2.
Issue 31
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #31
When Jepperd wakes to find himself chained in a mysterious cabin in the woods and unable to get to the dam, it's up to Gus to save the day. But he'll have to get away from the increasingly fanatical Singh first. 'Unnatural Habits' part 3.
Issue 32
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #32
With Jepperd held captive in the woods, it's up to Gus to save the day. But can our little antlered boy rise to the challenge? And not all of our heroes will make it out of the dam alive! 'Unnatural Habits' part 4.
Issue 33
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #33
A very special issue of SWEET TOOTH as we check in on 'The Continuing Adventures of The Big Man and The Little Boy.' It's a children's story unlike any other.
Issue 34
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #34
Johnny and Abbot are brothers, but they couldn't be more different. What created this rift between them, and can Johnny fix it before it's too late?
Issue 35
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #35
Dr. Singh arrives in Alaska and uncovers the origins of Gus and the hybrid children and the cause of the plague that decimated the world!
Issue 36
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #36
The Wild Kingdom' part 1, the beginning of the end! Sweet Tooth and Jepperd finally arrive in Alaska and come face to face with the origins of both Gus and the plague that wiped out humanity. But as the militia bears down on them, their deadliest battle is still ahead.
Issue 37
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #37
The final war is coming. As Gus comes face-to-face with his bizarre and unsettling origins in Alaska, Abbot makes his move, and Bobby's life hangs in the balance. Meanwhile Singh's prophecies start to ring eerily true. 'The Wild Kingdom' part 2.
Issue 38
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #38
The End is nearly here. The final apocalyptic clash between Jepperd and Abbot explodes with the fate of Gus and the hybrids hanging by a thread. 'The Wild Kingdom' part 3.
Issue 39
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #39
At long last, Gus and Jepperd's long hard journey comes to its bloody and shocking end. Jepperd and Abbot have their final face-off. It's a death match to the end with the future of Gus and the entire burgeoning hybrid species at risk. 'The Wild Kingdom' part 4.
Issue 40
Sweet Tooth (2009-) #40
The acclaimed series by writer and artist Jeff Lemire reaches its conclusion as Gus's journey comes to an end and the fate of the hybrids is revealed!