"Young Jonathan Joestar's life is forever changed when he meets his new adopted brother, Dio. For some reason, Dio has a smoldering grudge against him and derives pleasure from seeing him suffer. But every man has his limits, as Dio finds out. This is the beginning of a long and hateful relationship!" -- provided by publisher.

In keeping with the original Japanese format, this book reads from back to front and from right to left. Originally published in Japan in 1986 by SHUEISHA Inc.