To Terra by Keiko Takemiya
To Terra is a manga graphic novel that’s been on my shelf since last year; I got it after seeing this rec from Entertainment Weekly:
In Keiko Takemiya’s To Terra: Vol. 1, a computer developed to produce children accidentally creates mutants with telepathic abilities. This exiled race, the Mu, turns to impetuous young Jomy to lead them back to their home planet, Terra, which was nearly destroyed by generations of wasteful humans.
For Fans of…
Classic manga minus the blood and gore; Star Wars.Does It Deliver?
With sharp illustrations and a fast-paced, cerebral plot, Terra is good, clean fun. B+
I’d add that it might also be for fans of Lord of the Rings; there’s a Frodo/Sam relationship going on with two of the characters, and a blind psychic who’s reminiscent of Galadriel. I didn’t have much fun; this wasn’t my cuppa. I did enjoy reading back to front and right to left, but I didn’t always find the illustrations sharp enough to read quickly, or the word bubbles placed in a clear order. In the end, I think this might be best for younger readers and manga fans.