Orpheus in the Underworld (Toon Graphics)

When his bride Eurydice is killed by a snake on their wedding night, Orpheus decides to go seek her in the desolate Underworld, where no mortal has ever gone before. This gorgeous graphic novel retells the age-old myth in a new way that's eminently relatable to young readers. Through its compelling story, epic illustrations, and carefully researched approach, it earns its place in the canon.