Reviews

The King's Beast, Vol. 1 by Rei Tōma

haruarus's review

adventurous mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.5

breedawnwriter's review against another edition

challenging dark emotional sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

This manga is absolutely beautiful. The story is quite dark, but Rangersu and Prince Tenyou carry this story in very powerful ways.

I will admit that I read this in one sitting because it’s so short. However, I’m still blown away by the emotional depth that this story has managed to convey in such a short time. The character’s expressions are compelling and heartbreaking and I adore the artwork of this book so so much.

I highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys manga, Mulan vibes, siblings who love each other more than anything, and beautiful artwork.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Classism, Slavery, Blood, and Bullying

Moderate: Grief, Sexual assault, and Violence

Minor: Murder and Child death

Prostitution is referenced and includes one non-graphic image.

palmkd's review against another edition

4.0

Set in the same world of Dawn of the Arcana, this is a new story focused on Ajin and the Royal Princes.

destiel74's review against another edition

adventurous emotional medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

It was pretty stunning. I loved the world of the ajiun. I'm hoping to read the Water Dragon's Bride soon and this book made me more eagered to do so. The slow trust between Tenyou and Rangetsu is quite compelling and I can't wait to see it blossom into something more.

locpressedbooks_'s review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense fast-paced

4.0

jessicaread's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

shaunieee_reads's review against another edition

emotional hopeful fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

New favourite manga?

tayanapier's review against another edition

dark mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I thought this was a really good first volume. The pacing was good and there seems to be a good amount of political intrigue. 
I’m also a big fan of the characters so far and I’m interested in seeing how the relationship unfolds. 
Also this volume was really easy to follow. 

desertskycacti's review against another edition

adventurous emotional fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

misssusan's review against another edition

4.0

i remember nothing about dawn of the arcana beyond liking it enough to finish but apparently this is set in the same universe? anyways we love a member of an oppressed class seeking revenge and the crossdressing simply adds more flavor. go rangetsu! take down your brother's killer!

3.5 stars