A.V. Pull List: Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees is Dexter meets Berenstain Bears
If you're looking for the perfect horror comic, Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees is the twisted gem you need. Imagine Dexter meets Berenstain Bears—yes, you read that right. This debut from writer-artist Patrick Horvath is a masterclass in blending the macabre with the adorable, and it’s sure to stick with you long after the last page
Set in a world of anthropomorphic animals, the story follows Samantha, a seemingly innocent brown bear living in a quiet small town. But don’t be fooled by her sweet exterior—Samantha is a serial killer with one hard rule: “Don’t kill the locals.” She’s careful, methodical, and enjoys the thrill of the hunt, but when another killer arrives in town and starts breaking her one rule, she’s forced into action. Now, Samantha is on the hunt for a rival, and the body count is about to climb.
What makes Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees so unsettling is the stark contrast between Horvath’s playful, colorful art style and the dark, grisly subject matter. At first glance, the characters look like they’ve walked straight out of a children’s book—warm colors, cute designs, and all. But the story quickly shifts into blood-soaked horror as Samantha’s killing spree escalates. It’s a shock to the system, and that’s exactly what makes it so effective.
Horvath doesn’t hold back on the violence either. This is not your parents’ Berenstain Bears—it’s bloody, brutal, and unapologetically creepy. The cutesy aesthetic only amplifies the horror, making every kill feel more unsettling as you navigate this twisted, small-town nightmare.
If you’re craving something fresh and horrifying, Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees is a must-read. With its combination of cute and carnage, this comic proves that not everything in the forest is as innocent as it seems. So grab a copy on Amazon, but be warned—this one doesn’t pull any punches when it comes to the bloody kills.
-Brad McBoom