Harleen

Harleen by Stjepan Sejic is an illustrated graphic novel published by National Geographic Books on February 11, 2020. This edition spans 208 pages and presents a bold retelling of the origin story of Harley Quinn through the perspective of Dr. Harleen Quinzel, a young psychiatrist in Gotham City. As she explores her revolutionary theory that mental illness serves as a survival mechanism, she becomes increasingly entangled with the disturbed minds of Arkham Asylum’s inmates, particularly one patient who draws her deeper into a world of chaos.
Readers will find a compelling narrative that delves into themes of mental health and obsession, as Dr. Quinzel’s journey leads her to confront her own fears and ultimately transform into the iconic antihero Harley Quinn. The story intricately weaves elements of love and madness, revealing the complex relationship between Harleen and the Joker. This edition collects issues #1-3 of Harleen, showcasing Sejic’s renowned storytelling and artistic style, making it a significant addition for fans of comics and graphic novels, particularly those interested in superhero narratives.
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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!
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