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Blood on the Tracks


    Recently, I was able to catch up on the manga Blood on the Tracks. Blood on the Tracks is written and illustrated by Shūzō Oshimi and has been ongoing since February 2017. The story is very suspenseful and dives into the many psychological pressures and complex social relationships the main character has to deal with. Currently, the story is at its climax or possibly a major turning point and though slow at first, the payoff is very well worth it, so I recommend it.

If anyone has read the webtoon Bastard, the premise is very similar. Seiichi Osabe’s mother is a psychopathic murderer but also a loving and overprotective mother for Seiichi. As a witness of his mother’s crimes, he is split over whether he should confess or pretend as if nothing happened. Though it may seem like a 2 sided story of justice and evil with Seiichi’s love for his mother causing most conflict, the most recent chapters take a turn in a surprising direction. Surprisingly, at many times, the story almost seems like a horror story because of its frightening artwork and suspenseful silences. I find it hard to describe with words, but many of the facial expressions shown in the panels look terrifying and super creepy despite having smiles on their faces.

example:



I recommend this as a fun suspense story that won’t take up much of your time because it’s only 93 chapters. I find that the most recent twist in the story makes it a must-read for any graphic novel fans or anyone looking to read a fun story.


Comments

  1. Emily DMarch 21, 2021 at 5:45 PM

    Oh, it's been quite a while since I read horror webtoons like these, but I enjoyed them. I shall have to check this one out. Thank you for the recommendation.

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  2. Xenia MongwaMarch 22, 2021 at 9:46 AM

    Now that I think about it, I haven't really read too many horror webtoons, but this one sounds really interesting, so I might start reading them again. Thanks!

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