Suzie and Jon start a romantic relationship and quickly discover they share a rare physiological anomaly: when they climax, time freezes for everyone else. They enter a glowing, silent dimension they call The Quiet while the rest of the world remains stationary. After losing her job at a local library, Suzie convinces Jon to use their shared ability to rob banks to save the branch from foreclosure. Their amateur crime spree eventually attracts the attention of the Sex Police, a mysterious organization dedicated to monitoring and punishing temporal disruptions caused by sexual activity.
This graphic novel serves readers who appreciate adult comedy rooted in awkward, realistic depictions of human intimacy rather than idealized romance. It appeals to those looking for a blend of high-concept science fiction and character-driven drama about mental health and financial struggle. Readers finish the volume with an understanding of how the protagonists’ past sexual histories shaped their current identities, alongside a specific visualization of the absurdity and isolation inherent in modern dating.
Practical, growth-minded and clear-cut; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Practical Optimizer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2014
- Language
- EN
