Book

The con artist : a novel / by Fred Van Lente ; interior illustrations by Tom Fowler.

ISBN: 9781683690344 (trade paperback) :
Physical Description: 287 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Publisher: Philadelphia : Quirk Books, 2018.
Copyright: &copy;2018.

Van Lente, Fred, (author.). Fowler, Tom, 1974- (illustrator.).

Summary:

Comic book artist Mike Mason arrives at San Diego Comic-Con, seeking sanctuary with other fans and creators - and maybe a chance to reunite with his ex - but when his romantic rival is found murdered, Mike becomes the prime suspect. To clear his name, he'll have to navigate every corner of the con, from zombie obstacle courses and cosplay flash mobs to intrusive fans and obsessive collectors, as he unravels a dark secret behind one of the industry's most legendary creators. Along the way he's sketching everything he sees and don't be surprised if these drawings include a handful of important clues. This illustrated mystery will appeal to comic book fans and anyone who appreciates an unconventional whodunit.