In case you haven't read the others in the series (which I haven't—yet), the inside cover provides a quick recap titled 'Keep Up!!'. I love this already.
Ramona Flowers, Scott's supposed true love, has gone away (to where, no one is really sure). His deep state of zombified depression is even pissing of Wallace, who by all accounts, is a chump. With the help of his friends, Scott cycles through his past (and possible future) relationships to figure out what went wrong, or why they will never be. I would perhaps point out to Scott that asking blatantly for casual sex from your ex (or anyone) is perhaps the most direct method, but not the most effective in winning the heart of a lady.
In the tradition of the previous volumes, he must also fight one of Ramona's evil ex-boyfriends. Oh noes!
A sample, if you will:
Scott: It feels like we're alone on the world!
No grown-ups!
It's like "The Tribe!"
Kim: Scott. We are grown-ups. And I have no idea what "The Tribe" is.
Scott: I don't think I'm ready to be a grown-up.
Kim: I don't think you are either, buddy.
But hey, you'll get it.
I'm no artist, but I found the black and white illustrations were drawn and inked in a way that was very eye-catching, while being simple enough to complement some truly great comedic writing and poignant emotional touches.
The verdict: Highly Recommend. Do it now (I am now going back to the first volume). P.S. - Here's a nice picture of Michael Cera, the live-action version of Scott Pilgrim. Because I bloody well can, okay?
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