Is there an anime adaptation of this series?

A faithful 74-episode anime adaptation produced by studio Madhouse exists, which covers the entire story of the manga with high narrative accuracy.

Does this book stand alone or is it part of a larger story?

This volume is part of a continuous, singular narrative that spans 18 original volumes, meaning it is not a standalone work and requires reading the series in order to follow the plot.

Are there any real-world locations or events depicted in the story?

The narrative is grounded in post-reunification Germany and the Czech Republic, frequently incorporating real-world historical context and actual geographic locations to enhance its realistic atmosphere.

Naoki Urasawa's Monster, Volume 7: Richard

Richard

Manga Crime Psychological Thriller

Pages: 216
Published: 1997
Language: English

When Johan works his way into the inner circle of powerful financier Hans Schuwald, things get dicey for Richard Brown, a private detective hired to find Schuwald's long-lost son. As Richard edges closer to a horrifying truth, his path clashes with Johan's hidden agenda - and his unfortunate fate is all but sealed.

Prose complexity: 6/10

Dark Tense Mysterious

Morally Grey Betrayal Dual Timeline

Naoki Urasawa

Naoki Urasawa (born January 2, 1960, in Fuchū, Tokyo) is a Japanese manga artist. A graduate of Meisei University with a degree in economics, he debuted professionally in 1983 and has since created several internationally acclaimed series, including the psychological thriller Monster, the science-fiction mystery 20th Century Boys, the Astro Boy reimagining Pluto: Urasawa x Tezuka, and Billy Bat. His work is known for dense, multi-layered narratives and mastery of suspense. He has won the Shogaku...

Richard BrownProtagonist

An ex-cop turned private investigator hired to find Hans Schuwald's missing son, whose investigation draws him dangerously close to Johan's true nature.

All characters in Naoki Urasawa's Monster, Volume 7: Richard

Frequently asked questions

Is there an anime adaptation of this series?
A faithful 74-episode anime adaptation produced by studio Madhouse exists, which covers the entire story of the manga with high narrative accuracy.
Does this book stand alone or is it part of a larger story?
This volume is part of a continuous, singular narrative that spans 18 original volumes, meaning it is not a standalone work and requires reading the series in order to follow the plot.
Are there any real-world locations or events depicted in the story?
The narrative is grounded in post-reunification Germany and the Czech Republic, frequently incorporating real-world historical context and actual geographic locations to enhance its realistic atmosphere.