Title : Go with the clouds, North-by-Northwest
Written by : Aki Irie
Published by : Kadokawa Shoten
Magazine : Harta (2016 – 2020), Aokishi (2021 – present)
Original run : 2016 – present
Volumes : 5
Travel, sometimes detective
Synopsis
This is a detective action manga set in Iceland, where a 17-year-old boy, Kei, lives with his grandfather, Jack, after his parents die. Satoshi has a strange ability to communicate with machines, and he uses this ability to do detective work, searching for people and things. One day, he loses contact with his younger brother Michitaka in Japan, as well as with his uncle, who has been taking care of him, and discovers that the uncle and his wife have already passed away. Michitaka, on the other hand, turns out to be headed for Iceland.
Review
It is a detective action manga set in Iceland. The harsh and beautiful natural environment and the gentle passage of time in Iceland contrast with the dark mystery of the protagonist’s younger brother that is gradually revealed. Overall, the mystery element is not strong, especially in the first half of the story, where readers can enjoy the cuisine and sights of Iceland. The story becomes more disturbing as it progresses, and I look forward to seeing how the rest of the story unfolds.
