Rebis

Born and Reborn

Irene Marchesini, Carlotta Dicataldo, Carla Roncalli Di Montorio

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FIRST SECOND
15 July 2025

Born with paper-white skin, Martino is an outcast. To the villagers, albinism is more than a curiosity-it's a curse. Bullied and shunned, Martino seeks refuge in the deep woods-and finds it in Viviana. Powerful and beautiful, Viviana belongs to a sisterhood of outcast women. Martino is welcomed into the fold and, drawing on the magic of the forest, is reborn.

In Rebis, Italian duo Irene Marchesini and Carlotta Dicataldo deliver a medieval fantasy steeped in mystery-a haunting and hopeful tale of transformation and found family.

By: Irene Marchesini
Illustrated by: Carlotta Dicataldo
Translated by: Carla Roncalli Di Montorio
Imprint: FIRST SECOND
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 233mm, Width: 154mm, Spine: 12mm
Weight: 300g
ISBN: 9781250359070
ISBN 10: 1250359074
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 15 July 2025
Recommended Age: From 14 to 18 years
Audience: Young adult , Preschool (0-5)
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Born in Modena, Italy, Irene Marchesini realized at a young age that while she loved cartoons and comics, she also had an all-encompassing passion for writing. She attended the International School of Comics in Reggio Emilia, focusing on scriptwriting. She then tried her hand at a career as a cartoonist through small local projects. She collaborated with Carlotta Dicataldo to create Rebis, their first creation together. Carlotta DiCataldo was born in Modena, Italy, and currently lives in Bologna. After finishing her studies at the International School of Comics in Reggio Emilia, she debuted as an illustrator and cartoonist in 2017. She has worked with Disney, Dark Horse, Dupuis, and Petit à Petit. In 2021, she started teaching cartooning and manga at the Scuola Romana dei Fumetti. In her spare time, she collects art books and raises beetles.

Reviews for Rebis: Born and Reborn

""Lush, evocative illustrations draw readers effortlessly into this world of pain, retribution, magic, kinship, and love."" --Kirkus, starred review ""This breathtaking coming-of-age tale encapsulates queer and feminine experiences that will resonate with teen readers looking for a sense of belonging in the world. A captivating and empathetic pick for fans of historical fantasy."" --Booklist, starred review ""Dicataldo and Marchesini form a cohesive mood for the tale by mixing dark and light in both word and color."" --School Library Journal