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demetrius_bennett's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
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? No
5.0
This series is a beautiful representation of a transgender person. The relationships in this series are so genuine, and the characters are very lovable. I found it easy to become engrossed in the story, and I even found myself relating heavily to the protagonist. This is amazing representation for the transgender community.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Deadnaming, Dysphoria, and Transphobia
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Hate crime, Mental illness, Toxic friendship, and Misogyny
Minor: Cursing, Outing, Panic attacks/disorders, and Physical abuse
iane_reads's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Outing and Transphobia
Moderate: Mental illness and Toxic friendship
Minor: Cursing and Violence
skilletsnail's review against another edition
challenging
dark
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Deadnaming, Homophobia, Emotional abuse, Injury/Injury detail, Biphobia, Body shaming, Dysphoria, Gore, Mental illness, Misogyny, and Transphobia
james1star's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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
4.25
I throughly enjoyed the first volume of this manga and will definitely be continuing the journey. It centres on the main character Ryo who is a trans boy hiding his identity and struggles from his peers and family when Jin, a ‘typical-bully-looking’ guy kept back a year, comes into his class. When Ryo’s out wearing ‘boy clothes’ (clothes don’t have a gender people) him and Jin both reach for the same item and as they share fashion sense, Jin suggests starting an online brand together. Will Ryo finally have someone he can confide in? Read it to find out…
Whilst this is a story that’s about two high schoolers starting a clothing brand, it’s themes and messages certainly expand beyond this. It’s about not letting society and irrelevant people’s opinions/expectations hinder one’s creativity and true selves. The main character is Ryo and Geku includes details about him coming to terms with his gender identity but Jin and later Itsuka’s characters are also very much explored with much more to them then what’s on the surface. I cannot wait to see more of what they get up to. The art is really lovely, as it’s a contemporary manga there is realness which is done very well and just overall was enjoyable to read… and look at. Volume one has introduced us to the characters in a great way with you wanting to continue on with the series, might be an emotional one but I’m sensing a heartwarming touch too.
Geku is a trans man and has implemented parts of his personal life into the work, I love this as you get a glimpse into the psychology/mind of Ryo and similarly other trans people. There is some element of shame which is the most prevalent portrayal of queer identities but also hope and this ‘fighting back’ spirit which is amazing, something I hope to see more in literature specifically translated works. The English editorial team and translator Leo McDonagh were all transgender which is great.
Whilst this is a story that’s about two high schoolers starting a clothing brand, it’s themes and messages certainly expand beyond this. It’s about not letting society and irrelevant people’s opinions/expectations hinder one’s creativity and true selves. The main character is Ryo and Geku includes details about him coming to terms with his gender identity but Jin and later Itsuka’s characters are also very much explored with much more to them then what’s on the surface. I cannot wait to see more of what they get up to. The art is really lovely, as it’s a contemporary manga there is realness which is done very well and just overall was enjoyable to read… and look at. Volume one has introduced us to the characters in a great way with you wanting to continue on with the series, might be an emotional one but I’m sensing a heartwarming touch too.
Geku is a trans man and has implemented parts of his personal life into the work, I love this as you get a glimpse into the psychology/mind of Ryo and similarly other trans people. There is some element of shame which is the most prevalent portrayal of queer identities but also hope and this ‘fighting back’ spirit which is amazing, something I hope to see more in literature specifically translated works. The English editorial team and translator Leo McDonagh were all transgender which is great.
Content Warnings
Minor: Bullying, Transphobia, Dysphoria, and Mental illness
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