In 2008, husband-and-wife Russian intelligence operatives walk into the U.S. Embassy in the Dominican Republic in order to defect, making a deal to trade secrets for new lives. But instead of the American Dream, Janosh and Victorya Neumann find themselves caught up in red tape, bureaucracy, and turf wars between the FBI and CIA—all while their past tries to kill them.

Almost American is cinematic in its presentation. This is certainly a book I’d recommend to someone who is suffering from superhero fatigue and wants to enter the world of espionage and intrigue. The artwork by Castiello is stunning. The character designs, settings, and page layout are masterfully presented. The fact that the story is based in part on the life and work of Janosh Neumann, a former Russian FSB, makes this book even more compelling. The companion time and interview that conclude the issue add a great deal to the experience.