Some people have secret identities. Some just have secrets. Meet the BLACK ORCHID, the beautiful and mysterious woman of action whose incredible powers an origins have long been shrouded in secrecy. Now, the veil of secrecy will be lifted. BLACK ORCHID...here is the story of her haunted past and her haunted present. Hers is a journey through love and darkness, madness and horror - from death to redemption. BLACK ORCHID is a 3-book Prestige Format mini-series that delves into the life of the world's most mysterious heroine. Written by Neil Gaiman, with full-color painted art and cover by Dave McKean. Cover price $3.50.

Painted cover art by Dave McKean. "Going Down...", script by Neil Gaiman, art by Dave McKean; Carl Thorne kills Dr. Sylvian; Two of the Black Orchids escape and travel to Arkham to find out more information from Poison Ivy; Appearances by Batman, Lex Luthor, Joker, Two-Face, and Mad Hatter. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $3.50.

With the Swamp Thing's aid, the Black Orchid penetrates to the heart of the Amazon basin rain forest to seek out her destiny and complete her quest before Lex Luthor's minions put an end to her once and for all. Written by Neil Gaiman, with full-color painted art and painted cover by Dave McKean. Prestige Format. Cover price $3.50.