Far Sector - Paperback Graphic Novel

Author: N. K. Jemisin

Artist: Jamal Campbell

ISBN: 9781779512055

Series: Far Sector

Publisher: DC's Young Animal

Publication Date: 2021

Format: Paperback

Page Count: 312

"Far Sector" introduces a new Green Lantern, Sojourner "Jo" Mullein, who is tasked with maintaining order in the City Enduring, a vast metropolis housing 20 billion beings. This city has known peace for over 500 years by suppressing its citizens' emotions, which has eradicated murder from society. However, this peace is threatened as Jo investigates the city's first murder in centuries, unraveling complex themes of race, justice, and societal structures.

The narrative is noted for its rich worldbuilding, with Jemisin bringing her acclaimed science fiction storytelling to the comic book medium. The setting provides a backdrop for a sci-fi murder mystery that explores a society where emotion is regulated and crime is nearly non-existent, until now. The story is also remarkable for its commentary on issues like mass incarceration and economic inequality, wrapped in a narrative that remains accessible to those unfamiliar with Green Lantern or DC's continuity.

"Far Sector" was originally a twelve-issue maxi-series, now collected into a trade paperback that extends the legacy of the Green Lanterns with a fresh perspective. Jemisin's narrative is complemented by Campbell's art, which vividly brings to life the alien races and the intricate environment of the City Enduring. The comic has received critical acclaim for its innovative approach and thoughtful deconstruction of the superhero genre, making it a standout addition to the Green Lantern mythos.