Suzie and Jon face the consequences of their libido-driven time-stopping abilities as the Sex Police intensify their pursuit in this installment. The narrative shifts focus toward the internal friction of their relationship through clinical therapy sessions and the arrival of Jazz, a character whose unique sexual physiology alters the mechanics of the "Quiet." While the protagonists attempt to organize a group of others with similar frozen-time powers, they must navigate the mundane realities of depression and medication that threaten to dampen their supernatural connection.
Adult readers of speculative fiction gain an unsentimental look at how mental health and intimacy interact under extraordinary circumstances. Those interested in the technical overlaps between comic art and character-driven drama find a story that uses high-concept sci-fi to dissect physical insecurity. The book provides a framework for understanding how long-term partnerships survive once the initial excitement of a shared secret fades. Readers finish the volume with a clearer perspective on the labor required to maintain a connection when biological hurdles intervene.
Practical and escapist; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Curious Generalist. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2016
- Language
- EN
