Synopsis: Set in present-day Nagasaki, Japan, a fantasy/horror series
begins when two extraordinary twins are born--one before and one after
midnight-- and one of them has access to a world filled with supernatural
beings who can enter, and impact, the world as the commonly know it. (from the online description)Review: Set in modern Japan, this story follows twins, a brother and sister, born on opposite sides of midnight. The daughter is born with a particular talent, bestowed on her by a mercurial and cruel spirit. When she comes of age, the spirit takes her, leaving behind on blood and sorrow for her family. Her brother becomes determined to find her and release her from the prison of the cruel spirits.
The art has a mange-quality, no surprise given that the
story takes place in Japan. With bold colors and dynamic lines, the story moves
quickly across the pages.
The plot itself is striking in its depth. In the classic
Japanese style, the spirits represent protection and danger, horror and
strength, a common theme in their horror-genre stories.
I recommend this for anyone who enjoys Japanese-style
horror, or stories about spirits and blood and mysteries. I myself am eager to acquire
volumes two and three, to see where the story goes.
Bookmarks: 3.5 of 5
Awards: None
ISBN: 978-1-4012-1341-1
Year Published: 2007
Date Finished: 10-16-2018
Pages: 90
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