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Kaguya-sama: Love is War, Band 21 by Aka Akasaka

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rereader33's review against another edition

5.0

While I'm not totally okay with how eating disorders were discussed in the ramen chapter (that's a heavy topic that requires a lot more thought and effort put into than can reasonably fit in one chapter), overall this was another phenomenal chapter. Tsubame's and ishigami's subplot comes to a tearful close, Kaguya's discussion with Miyuki's dad was heartbreaking yet endearing, and the chapter featuring Ino and Miyuki was hilarious. Kaguya's older brother is the absolute fucking WORST and I want him to burn in a thousand flaming dumpster fires, but I'm so proud of Kaguya for deciding to fight back rather than accept her fate. Kaguya has grown so much throughout this story and her development is some of the best I've seen in romance, period. She is such a strong, clever young woman and I am so damn proud of her. I can't wait to see her plan in taking down her sexist, misogynistic family.

I'm curious to see what happens next, so much is going on and so much is at stake!

m560's review against another edition

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5.0

The chapter of Kaguya coming to visit the Shirogane's might be the funniest yet.

kiki_chaser's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted

3.0

bookish_lisa's review against another edition

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medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

adotplot's review against another edition

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adventurous hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective sad medium-paced

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

3.0

bluehairedreads's review against another edition

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4.0

4 stars.

I really loved how Ishigami and Tsubame's storyline was handled. I liked that even though she sees all of these good qualities in Ishigami, at the end of the day, Tsubame doesn't like him like that and that was plenty reason to reject him. I liked that she wasn't shown in a negative light and that they will try to be friends and move on. I really like seeing Kaguya and Shirogane's relationship develop. They are both very ridiculous and very sweet. It's interesting getting to see more of a glimpse into Kaguya's home life and the patriarchal bullshit that comes with it. I'm rooting for her to overthrow her brother and gain agency and control over her life and her future.