Rating: 5/5
I've only read a few things by Rick Remender, but man have they been entertaining. This book is no exception. It is set in the near future where everyone (almost) is plugged into technology pretty much all the time. It takes our current obsession with tech and ramps it up, incorporating 3D and VR elements. Tokyo Ghost is also a rebellion against that addiction to tech.
Debbie has lived a life apart from tech because of her father. Now she is trying to pull her boyfriend, Led Dent, out of that world. There are two primary locations for the book: LA, which is all teched out, and Tokyo, where no tech functions. I love the contrast between these two areas with the characters, tech, and color choices.
The art is wonderful. It switches between a lot of different elements to help create an interesting setting. There are even references to other books by the creators and the creators themselves that I thought was a nice touch. I look forward to reading volume 2.
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