Deserter – Junji Ito Story Collection is a chilling anthology where the boundaries of reality are shattered and the grotesque manifests in the most unexpected ways. Each story immerses readers in the lives of ordinary individuals who find themselves caught in horrifying, surreal situations—whether it’s a man discovering a terrifying connection between his past and the strange events occurring in his town, or a soldier plagued by unimaginable horrors.
Junji Ito’s signature style of psychological horror and grotesque imagery takes center stage, creating a world where isolation, fear, and the unknown are ever-present. Deserter weaves narratives that blur the lines between the living and the dead, leaving readers with a lingering sense of dread and unease. The collection masterfully explores the darkest facets of human existence and the terrifying realities that lie just beyond the veil of the ordinary.