White Bird

Mercedes Lackey brings us a haunting tale of aviation, war, and metamorphosis in “White Bird,” a graphic novel that soars through the storm-torn skies of an alternate World War II. This powerful adaptation weaves together the tragedy of Saint Joan of Arc with the golden age of aviation, creating a story that will leave readers breathless. Follow Jeanne Blanchette, a skilled French ferry pilot who dreams of combat missions against the Nazi forces. Born into privilege but marked by loss, Jeanne’s passion for flight becomes her salvation—and ultimately, her transformation. When a fateful encounter with the superhuman German ace Valkeyria changes everything, Jeanne must choose between death and a terrible rebirth as La Faucon Blanc (The White Falcon).

The creative team brings Lackey’s vision to stunning visual life. Jean Sinclair, Tim Dzon, and Jonathan Lima’s artwork captures both the grace of vintage aircraft and the horror of supernatural warfare. Tara Moeller’s adaptation preserves the poetic beauty of the original while Howard Johns’ editorial guidance ensures every panel hits its mark. This is more than a war story—it’s a meditation on identity, sacrifice, and what we’re willing to surrender for the skies we love.