"A great book, packed with some intriguing and exciting character work and a mystery that does not let up until the final pages. Martin Stiff has put together something special here." - The MacGuffin "I was completely caught up in the story that Martin Stiff so adroitly created. And this is his very first graphic novel. God help me, ... Read moreI think I'm jealous of him." - Comics Bulletin "This really is a unique story that demonstrates that comics can be much more than super powers and spandex." - Atomic Moo "The naturalistic dialogue, intricate black and white pencils and Stiff’s reverence for the time period from style to sayings are worth the price of admission, but it’s the sci fi twist that makes THE ABSENCE a true comic book as well as a great story." - Ain’t It Cool News "A worthwhile read for lovers of the dark and creepy." - Project Fandom "This graphic novel has depth and is full of emotion, the art is exactly the way it needs to be, and the storyline is worthy of this novel and any future movie adaptations.." -  Pop Cults "A great comic book by first-timer Martin Stiff and everybody with mature comic sensibilities should read this!" - Retrenders Show Less