Hitomi

"Hitomi is a small child living in a village in the suburbs of 1980's Japan. Her father is constantly traveling and absent, and her relationship with her mother is complicated. Her quiet and boring life is about to change, though, as Hitomi stumbles upon a photo camera with special properties. The artifact will lead her into a journey of self-knowledge and personal growth, as Hitomi finds new ways to explore her world, meeting new people, unveiling her own artistic expressions and learning to deal with old and new life issues, emotions and intense dillemas. This work is inspired by classic eastern narrative styles - displayed in comics, animation and film - and it tells a tight and touching, lovely illustrated story. The result is a published novel that is universally appealing and will captivate any audience who lays eyes on it."