CAMGIRL # 1
Writer: Sarah H. Cho
Artist/Colorist: C.P. Smith
Letterer: Steve Wands
Cover Date: February 2025
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This week, I will examine the NSFW one-shot thriller “CAMGIRL” from AWA. Meet Dani—she’s independent, loves to party, and makes a good income. Now, meet Kyoko, Dani’s online alter ego—she’s obedient, exotic, and a walking stereotype that caters to her customers’ basest fantasies. When one of Kyoko’s most ardent followers begins sending her increasingly threatening messages, Dani’s two lives become dangerously intertwined. To turn the tables on a relentless stalker who seems to know everything about her and exactly how to push her buttons, Dani must confront her demons and rediscover who she is and what she is capable of.
While it’s an entertaining yet intriguing story, this one-shot does not strive to reinvent the steamy thriller genre; it presents a compelling tale of resourcefulness that provides readers with a deeper insight into Dani’s life, showcasing the eternal struggles she faces due to her job and the dangers of fandom that accompany social media platforms catering to sexual fantasies. Although the identity of Dani’s stalker comes with an unexpected twist, it feels predictable once revealed. The truly interesting aspect of this one-shot is how the suspenseful elements offer surprising tidbits about Dani’s social life. While they may not come as a complete shock, they highlight the realistic parts of this tale that resonate with anyone leading a life similar to Dani’s. The page count in this one-shot slows down much of the story’s momentum, which is its only weak point, yet it offers just the right amount of drama to make it a spellbinding read that will have you reaching for a stiff drink while swearing off the mature-themed parts of the internet.
Well, that’s it for me this week. Thanks for sticking around, and I look forward to seeing you all next time.
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