Harleen

Stjepan Sejic's "Harleen" is a New York Times bestselling graphic novel that reimagines the tragic origin of Harley Quinn. It follows Dr. Harleen Quinzel, a young psychiatrist with a revolutionary theory on mental illness, as she attempts to prove her ideas by working with Gotham's most dangerous criminals in Arkham Asylum. The story intricately details her psychological descent as she becomes increasingly obsessed with the Joker, ultimately transforming into the iconic antihero. This book is best suited for mature young adult readers (ages 14+) due to its exploration of complex themes like mental illness, obsession, psychological manipulation, and a "twisted romance." Parents should be aware of the dark and intense subject matter, which offers a deep dive into character psychology rather than typical superhero action.

New York Times Bestseller! Dr. Harleen Quinzel has a theory: mental illness is a survival mechanism. As she seeks to help the broken souls of Gotham City piece together their sanity she will become the one thing she fears the most: one of them. A bold new retelling of the tragic origin of Harley Quinn told through the eyes of the only person who knows her better than anyone: Harleen. A young psychiatrist with a potential cure for the madness that haunts Gotham City, Dr. Harleen Quinzel must prove her revolutionary theory to a skeptical establishment by delving into the disturbed minds of Arkham Asylum's deadliest inmates. But the more time she spends with her criminally insane subjects, the closer she is drawn to one patient in particular--and the further she falls away from reality. The birth of legendary antihero Harley Quinn and the shocking origins of her twisted romance with the Joker are revealed in Harleen, a stunning new tale of love and obsession written and illustrated by renowned comics storyteller Stjepan Sejic (Aquaman: Underworld, Sunstone). Collects Harleen #1-3 NOTE: Enhanced cover will only be on first printing copies! "This is the Harley Quinn story I want to read and the one that we, as thoughtful readers, deserve."--Comics Beat "...Stjepan Sejic at his absolute best."--ComicBook.com "A must-read for every fan of Harley Quinn."--Kabooooom!