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Death Note, Vol. 4: Love by Takeshi Obata, Tsugumi Ohba

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akookieforyou's review

5.0

I love the introduction of Misa, it really adds a whole other level to an already fantastic plot. And it never gets old seeing how intelligent L is, so close, yet so far.

ashlislibrary's review

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challenging dark mysterious fast-paced

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

3.5

cobra_k's review

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dark funny mysterious reflective slow-paced

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

4.25

This is the most interesting volume I read so far.

This volume was such a delight. I loved the introduction of, ahhh, feminine chaos shall, we call it! The new character here is such a great foil for Light. He's sitting there stroking his chin trying to be all cool and calculated, and in comes a wrecking ball of impulsive, intuitive energy that forces him to think on his feet.

The pressure closing in is so intense here. Another great volume in the series!

thejazziestbean's review

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adventurous challenging funny mysterious tense medium-paced

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

3.75

dembury's review

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5.0

Just when I thought this series couldn't get more intense...

joana_stormblessed's review

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3.0

Took me too long to finish it but I really enjoyed it

kayteaface's review

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3.0

I really wasn't all that impressed with this installment; it felt very repetitive and, compared to the first volume, nothing special. To top that off, add how badly Misa was portrayed and just ... ugh, no. What this story needed was a badass female character, not some lovesick puppy who's a-okay with being used and abused. It was a hard slog.

snicf's review

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4.0

Things are starting to pick up here. I am really enjoying all the inner dialogue of Light and L about all the puzzles they are trying to solve. My only real problem is Misa. I remember her being my favorite character, and in this reread, I kinda just found her annoying. I know that is how her character is supposed to be, but still.
Still a very enjoyable book.