Preview: Vincent Mallie’s Illustrated ‘The Strange Case Of Dr. Jekyll And Mr. Hyde’ Now Live On Backerkit

Magnetic Press’ BackerKit campaign for the Mystery Classics Collection by comic book artist and painter Vincent Mallie comes to an end on Friday, February 14th. 

This collection brings three iconic stories to life through stunning hardcover editions. Each features original prose that is complemented by Mallie’s stunning illustrations. The collection sets out to redefine the experience of three beloved tales; A Study in Scarlet by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Arsène Lupin, Gentleman Thief by Maurice Leblanc, and The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson. 

Magnetic Press has revealed a preview of three of Mallie’s illustrations for The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Check it out below.

Each title in the Mystery Classics Collection features Mallie’s hand-painted artistry, offering a fresh, cinematic perspective. From full-color plates to detailed black-and-white spot illustrations, these editions are as much a feast for the eyes as they are for the imagination.

Designed to appeal to both readers and collectors alike, the collection features exclusives such as a Limited-Edition Boxed Set, complete with foil-stamped bookplates, and the Ultra-Limited “Fortune” Bundle, capped at 80 copies, which includes exclusive extras and rare collectibles. All editions feature linen-textured covers, curved corners, and premium design elements.

Neither the boxed set nor exclusive bundles will be available in retail, making this a unique opportunity for fans to own these beautifully arranged collector editions. Early supporters will unlock unique rewards and play a crucial role in the production of these visionary adaptations. 

Backer rewards kick in at the $25 level for a hardcover copy of one of the three titles. A Clamshell set including all three titles clocks in at the $99 level. The big daddy backer reward in this one is the “Fortune Box Set,” which includes all three books, eight 8.5 x 11” linen cardstock art prints, two pocket bookmarks, two gold foil bookmarks, a window cling, a replica key to 221B Baker ST, a magnifying glass, a 2” metal decision coin, an evidence folder of artifacts, three postcards from America, and two golden lapel pins. The Fortune Box Set is limited to 80 backers, and costs $150.

There are just two days remaining to get in on this campaign, which has well exceeded its funding goal, with over $59,000 in pledges as of this writing. Check it out at this link.