The Clarence Principle by Fehed Said

Said, Fehed (2007). The Clarence Principle. San Jose: SLG Publishing.
ISBN: 1593620640 / 978-1-59362-064-6

Summary:  This graphic novel tells the story of Clarence, who kills himself and then journeys to a nightmarish land beyond his bathroom door. Presents a surreal and twisted vision of the afterlife.

Additional comments:  The Clarence Principle is worthy of several readings because it seems to convey a deep, existential message that requires some revisiting to access.  In Said's frightening purgatory, the dead can die again and one can literally give their arm in payment (worth noting: a bloody arm).  Clarence finds himself on stage, an actor in a play in which whatever he says appears to be scripted in advance. This unusual and gothic graphic novel touches upon issues of free will and purpose of life that will intrigue young adult readers.