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mekeisha's review
adventurous
dark
funny
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
n1y4d's review
adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
notamegamouthsharknosir's review
5.0
Dementia 21 is a book I'd recommend for anyone who loves surrealist horror but really just wants to take a break from anything heavy.
The book itself is a partially satirical partially just werid exploration of what if scenarios in this fictional universe. It's gruesome, funny, and all around just a good time. Yukie Sakai is the main character of the story and is all around a pretty relatable character and is the main thread between all the stories.
I wouldn't say this book is for everyone but if it even sounds remotely interesting I'd recommend reading a story or two from it. They're usually about 16 pages and are a pretty good gage if you'd enjoy the series.
The book itself is a partially satirical partially just werid exploration of what if scenarios in this fictional universe. It's gruesome, funny, and all around just a good time. Yukie Sakai is the main character of the story and is all around a pretty relatable character and is the main thread between all the stories.
I wouldn't say this book is for everyone but if it even sounds remotely interesting I'd recommend reading a story or two from it. They're usually about 16 pages and are a pretty good gage if you'd enjoy the series.
ketchashum's review
dark
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Essentially Black Mirror but for care workers.
A goofy, but also thought-provoking, quick read of short stories.
A goofy, but also thought-provoking, quick read of short stories.
lattelibrarian's review
4.0
In this esoteric and highly entertaining manga collection, Shintaro Kago constructs various short stories following Yukie, an elderly care aide, who assists a wide variety of senior citizens, including an elderly superhero, a woman who has the power to disappear you when she forgets you, and a woman who wants nothing more than to win an assisted living home lottery through near-guerilla warfare.
Inside are also multiplying clients, cursed clients, and clients who want nothing more than to be wrinkle-less. Each short story is trippy, hilarious, and just so, so good. The art style is incredible and akin to Junji Ito, and Yukie's high stakes--great care in exchange for a great rating--make this collection simultaneously stressful and humorous.
Inside are also multiplying clients, cursed clients, and clients who want nothing more than to be wrinkle-less. Each short story is trippy, hilarious, and just so, so good. The art style is incredible and akin to Junji Ito, and Yukie's high stakes--great care in exchange for a great rating--make this collection simultaneously stressful and humorous.
romcm's review
5.0
A super weird look at elder care through the eyes of a bizarre manga artist. Absolutely brilliant comment on aging. I laughed out loud and am sure to have nightmares.
moira_desu's review
5.0
So grotesque and surreal, yet twisted in the best ways and an excellent choice for anyone who appreciates dark humor.