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Reviewed by Dan Polley Saki Hiwatari’s eighth volume of “Tower of the Future” is, simply put, too good of a science fiction story. So good, in fact, that it’s entirely difficult to try to latch on to the plot of this volume as a new reader and be able to pick up anything more than the most basic of plot points. One of those points involves Takeru and Ichigo’s budding relationship. This is one of the redeeming qualities of the volume. Their relationship, at least for most of the volume, is very rewarding and earnest. However, toward the end of the volume, when the relationship becomes more of a focus, Ichigo seems to self-destruct from some inner battle. It’s interesting, yet it’s boring, too, as her reactions show just how sensitive she is and seems to stereotype her as a high school girl who can’t control her own feelings. Some science fiction aspects come in when Zen, who purports to be the future husband of Takeru and Ichigo’s not-yet-born daughter, is introduced. There are also other interesting aspects that could have made the volume great. This volume of “Tower of the Future” could have been much more than it came across. Had there been more characterization and development as well as some quick rehash of plot points, it would be easier for new readers to jump on and more conducive for continuing readers to learn more. Comment on this review of Tower of the Future v8 on the Manga Life Forums. |
1 July 2009
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