Helter Skelter

The latest edition to Vertical's new women's comic line is the woman who lead the way for the current generation of Japanese josei (women's) comickers, Kyoko Okazaki. In her most important work she dives into the dark side of the Japanese fashion industry by looking at the extremes models take to stay relevant in that world that is so focused on beauty.

If you are aware of fashion in Japan you must have seen Liliko's face. For the last few years she has been at the top of the modeling world, with her face and body promoting the biggest brands. But as everyone who is in this world admits, staying on top is a constant and never ending battle. There are always new faces introduced to the public. Younger models and new looks are brought into the fold every season. And keeping that position means learning to adapt and learning to cope with change. To maintain her position, Liliko has decided to under the knife. This is not her first go with this service. It is yet another round of plastic surgery, all done to keep herself looking young and vibrant. However, in this case just a little nip and tuck was not enough. Liliko is bent on undergoing a full body makeover. From head-to-toe, every inch of her will undergo cosmetic surgery, and thus begins her madness.

Ideal for readers interested in graphic novels.