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mehsi's review against another edition
5.0
The 7th volume and things are heating up! Someone in the library is writing reviews and that is not going well (dang dude, that is not how you write reviews), Kasahara gets involved or actually accused of being accomplice to book burning and my heart just broke for her that she has to endure/undergo all that. I am glad she at least has her team and Shibazaki to be there for her and support her. But it was tough to read. :( I can't wait to see what is next. I have to say I found it hilarious that she is still hasn't figured out her prince, how many hints does she need?
The bonus manga + the 4-komas were fantastic to read!
The bonus manga + the 4-komas were fantastic to read!
n1kk1's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
alexaela's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
tense
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
heyjudy's review against another edition
4.0
~4/5
[Read more at my blog, Geeky Reading!]
I freaking love this series. My emotions are starting to just bubble over with my feelings for this series, and I’m starting to not even be able to anymore. I just can’t even. I don’t even understand how this series worked up to this level so quickly, but it did, because it’s so good, and I love it.
So there’s some starting drama with Tezuka’s older brother. Tezuka gets all tense, and Iku one-ups him rather nicely, literally smacking some sense into him. We get some idea of why Tezuka is so mad at his brother, but also that his brother does seem to actually want their relationship to be fixed. They need to have a serious talk, and they also need to explain more in depth what Tezuka’s brother is doing, because I didn’t really understand and I’m not sure if I was supposed to.
And then, during/after that, Iku gets into some trouble. It starts with this Tezuka’s roommate, Sunagawa, who starts writing mean reviews on the library’s website. Now, first of all, part of this made me uneasy because it seemed like everyone was angry that he was writing mean reviews in general (although maybe I just have an open wound from past problems), but then there was the fact that he was using the library’s website to post them. I don’t think they should have been so angry about the mean review part, because there’s nothing wrong with that (although Sunagawa seemed to like writing them simply to be the opposing team, but I don’t want to go into how he could possibly be symbolizing reviewers), but he shouldn’t have been using the library’s website. Because then he does relate his views to the library’s views, and that’s not okay, especially when he’s the only one posting reviews on there at all.
That whole issue kind of got me worked up, sorry.
But then the topic turned to book burning, which is when Iku got mixed in. They want to blame Sunagawa, and then he lists Iku as an accomplice. After that, she gets pulled into being interrogated, for days on end, I’m not even sure how long. And it’s horrible, and everyone starts ignoring her (not her friends, but everyone else she works with), and I feel so bad for Iku. Tezuka is also mixed up in it, but they’re pushing all of the attention on Iku for some reason.
At the same time, Dojo is being really sweet to her, comforting her, wanting her to rely on him, even as she tries to stay strong. Also, Iku got the hint that Dojo was in a similar situation to her at one point, and she heard a little about her “prince” and how he got in trouble. And it seems like she’s so close to finding out, they’re teasing us so badly, that the reveal must be coming soon. I really hope so.
And we’re left with a cliffhanger. I cannot wait to get my hands on the next volume, and I really hope it’s soon.
Also, again, there were a couple of extras. There was one with Marie, and that was so cute and sweet. I just love Marie, and her relationship with Komaki is just perfect. There was also a short with Iku and her trouble sleeping that was rather entertaining. It’s just so apparent how much Iku relies and cares for Dojo, no matter how much she ignores it.
[Read more at my blog, Geeky Reading!]
I freaking love this series. My emotions are starting to just bubble over with my feelings for this series, and I’m starting to not even be able to anymore. I just can’t even. I don’t even understand how this series worked up to this level so quickly, but it did, because it’s so good, and I love it.
So there’s some starting drama with Tezuka’s older brother. Tezuka gets all tense, and Iku one-ups him rather nicely, literally smacking some sense into him. We get some idea of why Tezuka is so mad at his brother, but also that his brother does seem to actually want their relationship to be fixed. They need to have a serious talk, and they also need to explain more in depth what Tezuka’s brother is doing, because I didn’t really understand and I’m not sure if I was supposed to.
And then, during/after that, Iku gets into some trouble. It starts with this Tezuka’s roommate, Sunagawa, who starts writing mean reviews on the library’s website. Now, first of all, part of this made me uneasy because it seemed like everyone was angry that he was writing mean reviews in general (although maybe I just have an open wound from past problems), but then there was the fact that he was using the library’s website to post them. I don’t think they should have been so angry about the mean review part, because there’s nothing wrong with that (although Sunagawa seemed to like writing them simply to be the opposing team, but I don’t want to go into how he could possibly be symbolizing reviewers), but he shouldn’t have been using the library’s website. Because then he does relate his views to the library’s views, and that’s not okay, especially when he’s the only one posting reviews on there at all.
That whole issue kind of got me worked up, sorry.
But then the topic turned to book burning, which is when Iku got mixed in. They want to blame Sunagawa, and then he lists Iku as an accomplice. After that, she gets pulled into being interrogated, for days on end, I’m not even sure how long. And it’s horrible, and everyone starts ignoring her (not her friends, but everyone else she works with), and I feel so bad for Iku. Tezuka is also mixed up in it, but they’re pushing all of the attention on Iku for some reason.
At the same time, Dojo is being really sweet to her, comforting her, wanting her to rely on him, even as she tries to stay strong. Also, Iku got the hint that Dojo was in a similar situation to her at one point, and she heard a little about her “prince” and how he got in trouble. And it seems like she’s so close to finding out, they’re teasing us so badly, that the reveal must be coming soon. I really hope so.
And we’re left with a cliffhanger. I cannot wait to get my hands on the next volume, and I really hope it’s soon.
Also, again, there were a couple of extras. There was one with Marie, and that was so cute and sweet. I just love Marie, and her relationship with Komaki is just perfect. There was also a short with Iku and her trouble sleeping that was rather entertaining. It’s just so apparent how much Iku relies and cares for Dojo, no matter how much she ignores it.
stephs_bookshelf's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
keeley_allen's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
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
4.0
jay_mack9712's review
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Holy!! Things are heating up and quite literally!! Poor Iku!! I am feeling for her but the found family vibes and protectiveness is out of this world and it is making my heart very happy!! I can't wait to see what happens next!!!!!!
schnoebs13's review against another edition
4.0
This was great. When a librarian posting angry reviews on the library’s website starts to cause issues and bringing into question the library’s neutral opinion on books, an inquiry occurs. I loved how our group supports one another throughout this entire volume. It really shows how much Iku and Hikaru have become part of this defense force family. The role that Hikaru’s brother also plays in this was really interesting as well. I want to get to the next volume right away!
library_kb's review
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
I would be enjoying this more if I could keep all of the characters straight, but I am still struggling with that. These are fast reads, and I enjoyed that the main character finally realized who her prince was.
oliviak07's review against another edition
3.0
I know, I know, it appears that I rushed through this volume rather quickly after completing the sixth installment in the series. But can you blame me when the newest addition to the plot, and one of the bigger challenges the LTF will face has blossomed?
The seventh volume begins to poke and prod at just how hypocritical and closed minded the LTF can be in their mission to prevent censorship. Their intentions are good, but when do they appear to be as zealous as those who wish to ban or burn books? When does their vision and enthusiasm cause a disastrous influence and foundation of their cause?
This volume also contains situations where our characters are challenged in such a way that their LTF training could hardly prepare them for. Suspicion is a dangerous poison, and unfortunately it is spreading throughout the LTF, the library, and even the families of various leads with dire consequences.
I am glad that I will have to wait a little bit longer to start the eighth volume in Yumi's series, given that the events to come in that volume (and the ones that follow it) will require patience not only from the characters but the reader themselves too.
The seventh volume begins to poke and prod at just how hypocritical and closed minded the LTF can be in their mission to prevent censorship. Their intentions are good, but when do they appear to be as zealous as those who wish to ban or burn books? When does their vision and enthusiasm cause a disastrous influence and foundation of their cause?
This volume also contains situations where our characters are challenged in such a way that their LTF training could hardly prepare them for. Suspicion is a dangerous poison, and unfortunately it is spreading throughout the LTF, the library, and even the families of various leads with dire consequences.
I am glad that I will have to wait a little bit longer to start the eighth volume in Yumi's series, given that the events to come in that volume (and the ones that follow it) will require patience not only from the characters but the reader themselves too.