A cracked mouthless mask floats in black ink

Reader Reviews

What the darkness left behind.

Readers return to the same words: haunting, poetic, immersive, different. These are selected reactions to The Curse: A Graphic Ballad, Book 2 of The Path of None.

Amazon & Goodreads

In their own words.

Some readers came for the gothic artwork. Some stayed for the poetry. Others found a spiritual descent that demanded a second reading.

4.3 / 5Amazon Rating
250+Amazon Ratings
21Selected Reviews Below

“It's like reading a graphic novel and a dark fantasy poem at the same time -- unique, atmospheric, and super immersive.”

Mike Cherry · Amazon Verified Purchase★★★★★

“The combination of hallucinatory verse, gothic imagery, and brutal moments gives the story a ritual-like intensity, as if you're witnessing a transformation rather than just reading about one.”

Vincenzo D · Amazon Verified Purchase★★★★★

“Dark, gothic, and visually arresting, The Curse is a graphic novel that rewards patience and immersion.”

David Woods · Goodreads★★★★★

“This is a poetic and spiritual take on the grimdark genre and, thus, will not be for everyone. But if you enjoy, say, Joe Abercrombie and wished there was a comic form, then what are you waiting for!”

BardLyre · Goodreads★★★★★

“The pictures are as important as the words. This is an attempt to deliver an artful journey into horror, spirituality, and transformation. Never read anything like it before.”

Chris · Amazon Verified Purchase★★★★★

“The graphics in this novel are spectacular. They tell a dark and turbulent story with or without the words.”

Kerisma Vere · Goodreads★★★★★

“The hauntingly dark yet beautiful artwork drew me from page to page with both anticipation and appreciation.”

JM Saner · Amazon Verified Purchase★★★★★

“The Curse isn't just a graphic novel. It's a fever dream wrapped in myth and fire. Drakko's journey feels brutal and spiritual at once.”

Juli · Goodreads★★★★★

“The art was masterful, and the words, very poetic. It is truly a work of art.”

Brent Lindstrom · Amazon Verified Purchase★★★★★

“You don't just read The Curse -- you experience it. If you're into moody, introspective grimdark with beautiful visuals, this is something special.”

Reader · Goodreads★★★★★

“It pulls you into dark tunnels, strange visions, and moments that feel half spiritual and half nightmare, and you know you shouldn't follow it, but you do anyway.”

Kelly Pickerson · Amazon★★★★★

“A haunting and beautifully written dark fantasy. It is brutal, lyrical, and full of raw spiritual depth.”

Petros · Goodreads★★★★★

“The amount of depth and emotion built into black-and-white graphics is impressive. I'm definitely going to get the next book for the rest of the story!”

Lyca S. · Amazon Verified Purchase★★★★★

“The Curse pulls you into a world of silence, guilt, and fragile love. Drakko's journey feels almost mythic -- a man haunted by shadows, searching for light through pain.”

Elena Maris · Goodreads★★★★★

“Some of these panels were so beautiful that I wanted to frame them. Other panels were creepy, scary and nightmare inducing yet still beautiful and emotional.”

Kamilah S. Bryant · Amazon★★★★★

“Part poem, part folklore. A deep emotional story, I'd recommend to anyone who enjoys folklore, gothic moods, or books that blur the line between poetry and visual art.”

Jack Wraith · Goodreads★★★★★

“Each page felt like a piece of art. The story kept me hooked, blending emotion and mystery in a way that felt both intense and immersive.”

Liubou · Amazon Verified Purchase★★★★★

“At times, this book is like reading someone's nightmare. Very affecting. 'Haunting' would be a good word to describe the whole thing: its visuals, its prose, its atmosphere.”

Derek Reid · Goodreads★★★★★

“A hauntingly beautiful blend of dark fantasy and spirituality. The poetic narrative and striking imagery create an immersive, otherworldly experience.”

Ra_Luca17 · Amazon Verified Purchase★★★★★

“The Curse is a mesmerizing fusion of poetry, art, and torment. The imagery is haunting, the prose lyrical, and the atmosphere unforgettable.”

Elara Vancroft · Goodreads★★★★★

“It's not just a story; it's like a mirror into the shadows we don't talk about. If you're ready for a book that doesn't hold back, this one will take you places.”

Yvone · Amazon★★★★★

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