Alice in Murderland (manga)

Alice in Murderland is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Kaori Yuki. It's a dark fantasy and mystery series that draws inspiration from Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland but presents a significantly more violent and psychologically complex narrative.

The story centers on Stella Kuonji, a young girl who becomes entangled in the affairs of her adopted brothers, the Kuonji family, who are all heavily inspired by characters from Alice in Wonderland. Stella discovers that each brother is connected to a murder, and she must uncover the truth behind these crimes and the bizarre secrets of the Kuonji family.

The manga explores themes of identity, family secrets, twisted love, and the corruption of innocence. Unlike the whimsical nature of Carroll's original work, Alice in Murderland features graphic violence, psychological trauma, and morally ambiguous characters.

Published originally in Japan, the manga has been translated and released in several languages, gaining popularity among fans of dark fantasy and gothic manga. Kaori Yuki's distinct art style, characterized by elaborate character designs and detailed backgrounds, contributes significantly to the series' atmosphere.