Brace yourselves, Comic Book Addicts! The Appalachian revenge-horror saga continues, and we’ve got a spoiler-free look at the penultimate chapter! The folks at Oni Press unleash Mine Is A Long Lonesome Grave #3 on Wednesday, April 16th, 2025, and based on our preview, the tension is reaching a boiling point. From the mind of writer Justin Jordan (The Strange Talent of Luther Strode) and featuring intense artwork, this issue digs deeper into ex-con Harley Creed’s cursed quest for vengeance. Let’s dive into our spoiler-free preview!
For those just joining this grim tale, Mine Is A Long, Lonesome Grave follows Harley Creed, a man released from prison only to find himself afflicted by a deadly supernatural curse. With only days to live, he’s on a violent warpath through the backwoods of Appalachia, hunting the figures from his past—specifically his former in-laws—whom he believes responsible for his condition and deeper pains. It’s a gritty, dark journey fueled by desperation and dwindling time.
Spoiler-Free Insights: Mine Is A Long Lonesome Grave #3
This third issue, the penultimate chapter in this four-part series, wastes no time throwing readers back into the fire. The solicitation text reveals Harley has only three days left before the curse consumes him, and his grip on reality is fraying. He’s closing in on the “puppet master” behind his suffering, leading him to the rotting family compound of his former in-laws. Our preview confirms this intense setup: Harley arrives at the hostile compound, and confrontation sparks almost immediately.
Atmosphere and Tone: Based on the preview pages, Jordan and the art team masterfully maintain the series’ oppressive atmosphere. The Appalachian setting feels authentic and menacing, steeped in long-held grudges and supernatural dread. The dialogue is sharp, terse, and dripping with bad blood. There’s a palpable sense of desperation emanating from Harley, contrasted with the grim resolve of those he confronts. The supernatural element, the “Black Bone Curse”, looms large, clearly affecting Harley’s perception and physical state.
Art and Visuals: While the solicitation credits Chris Shehan (House of Slaughter) for the series art, the preview pages for issue #3 specifically credit Maan House as Illustrator and Alessandro Santoro as Colorist. Their work here is outstanding and perfectly suits the narrative. House delivers gritty, expressive characters whose faces convey exhaustion, rage, and pain. The action sequences depicted are dynamic and brutal. Santoro’s colors lean into dark, moody palettes, utilizing heavy shadows and occasional bursts of violent light or sickly hues that enhance the horror and tension. The art powerfully complements Jordan’s script, creating a truly immersive and unsettling reading experience.
Pacing and Action: Prepare for an explosive issue. The preview pages showcase intense gunfights and raw confrontation. It’s clear Mine Is A Long Lonesome Grave #3 significantly advances the plot, pushing Harley closer to the truth he seeks – and the ultimate source of the curse, strongly hinted to be the matriarch known as “Granny”. The pacing feels relentless, reflecting Harley’s ticking clock.
Why You Need Mine Is A Long Lonesome Grave #3
As the second-to-last issue, Mine Is A Long Lonesome Grave #3 is crucial. It delivers high-stakes action and seems poised to reveal significant truths hinted at in the solicitation. Justin Jordan is a proven talent in crafting visceral, character-driven action and horror, and this series continues that trend. The artwork by Maan House and Alessandro Santoro (as seen in the preview [cite: 4, 15-42]) is a perfect match, bringing the grim world and its desperate inhabitants to life beautifully.
Fans of rural noir, revenge thrillers, supernatural horror, and creators like Jordan, Shehan, and House should absolutely be picking this up. The blend of grounded Appalachian grit with dark magic makes for a compelling read. Plus, for collectors, there are multiple covers available: Cover A by Matthew Roberts, Cover B by Kelsey Ramsay, and a 1:20 Full Art Variant also by Matthew Roberts.
Based on our preview, this issue promises to be an intense, brutal, and pivotal chapter. It successfully ramps up the tension and stakes, delivering on the series’ dark premise without revealing all its secrets just yet. It’s a highly recommended slice of Appalachian horror.Don’t miss Mine Is A Long Lonesome Grave #3 when it hits stands on Wednesday, April 16th, 2025. It’s a 32-page, full-color comic from Oni Press, priced at $4.99. Make sure to add it to your pull list!
