Even though there's only chapter 1 available, I guess I'll be biased because I've already read all the English translations of the BL Drama CD (Deadlock, Deadheat & Deadshot) and listened to it. Though I haven't read the actual novel.. but it's still the same anyway. And I'm sure this manga will get alot of ATTENTION once the later chapters will be released.
Story: 10/10
Of course.. I bet Deadlock will remind you of Under Grand Hotel of Sadahiro Mika-sensei because of the same setting. Prison. But no. It's not really the same. I mean the plot. Though there are some circumstances that will really remind you of UGH.
Yuuto Lennix was a DEA investigator and was framed up for murdering his partner, Paul. Thus he was sent to Schelger Prison. But an FBI investigator offered him a deal. If he were to find a certain man (a criminal who is hiding in the prison - ironic isn't? XD) then he will get an immediate release.
Then there he will meet Dick Burnford. Dick is Yuuto's cellmate. If you're familiar with Under Grand Hotel, then you could say that Dick is like an alternative version of Swordfish. Well not in personality.. but more on.. because other prisoners were afraid of him and he was like one of the respected person there. Something like that.
But the story doesn't only center on the prison.. I don't want to spoil the story but it was really thrilling with lots of action and of course romance on it.
Art: 10/10
Takashina Yuu-sensei really gave justice on the art. SUCH BEAUTIFUL ART! You can already tell just by reading chapter 1 of the manga. Another reason why I also read and listened to the drama cd.
Character: 10/10
I just love all the characters. I dunno if it's just me being biased or not but I love how the characters evolved and interact with each other. Dick and Yuuto are definitely my most faves.
Enjoyment: 10/10
I really enjoyed.. well I super enjoyed the Drama CD (with the English translations) though of course.. chapter 1 of the manga was really nice, too for a starter. You will really want to read more.
Overall: 10/10
This manga is such a revelation. Again.. I dunno if I'm being biased or not.. but I really love this more than UGH. But don't get me wrong.. I loved UGH as well.. since the story was such a masterpiece.. but Deadlock.. everything is so perfect about it! XD The story, characters, art, etc...
Chapter 1 is really worth reading but I suggest to read the novel or if you can't find the novel.. then read and listen to the Drama CD instead. :D
