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erica_o's review against another edition
5.0
This has breathed new life into my wilted soul.
You'll see comparisons to [b:The Way of the Househusband, Vol. 1|44018869|The Way of the Househusband, Vol. 1|Kousuke Oono|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1559525094l/44018869._SX50_.jpg|62975358] but that's misleading. The only similarity between the two is the portrayal of a soft side of a high-ranking Yakuza.
This one is not a collection of daily moments, it's a whole story. The illustrations are old-school serious, not cute. Here, Ken is the second-in-command for the Washio clan, not a retired Yakuza who takes care of hearth and home while his wife works.
I wouldn’t even say the charm is the same brand. While this one is charming, it’s not as light and fluffy as the other. It’s a bit darker, grittier, which is probably why the antithesis of the Yakuza - a K-Pop Idol boy band - shines so brightly. Although, as this story points out, there are some similarities between organized crime and manufactured idol groups.
The entire volume made me happy and I giggled often while reading it off and on over Memorial Day weekend.
You'll see comparisons to [b:The Way of the Househusband, Vol. 1|44018869|The Way of the Househusband, Vol. 1|Kousuke Oono|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1559525094l/44018869._SX50_.jpg|62975358] but that's misleading. The only similarity between the two is the portrayal of a soft side of a high-ranking Yakuza.
This one is not a collection of daily moments, it's a whole story. The illustrations are old-school serious, not cute. Here, Ken is the second-in-command for the Washio clan, not a retired Yakuza who takes care of hearth and home while his wife works.
I wouldn’t even say the charm is the same brand. While this one is charming, it’s not as light and fluffy as the other. It’s a bit darker, grittier, which is probably why the antithesis of the Yakuza - a K-Pop Idol boy band - shines so brightly. Although, as this story points out, there are some similarities between organized crime and manufactured idol groups.
The entire volume made me happy and I giggled often while reading it off and on over Memorial Day weekend.
angelszip's review against another edition
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
oliviabhorton's review against another edition
4.0
as someone who has loved and currently loves kpop, this is the funniest thing ive ever read if youve ever loved a kpop group PLS read this im on my knees
akini househusband
akini househusband
kalesaladd's review against another edition
5.0
I think this idea would definitely flow a lot better in anime format. Nonetheless, it was a lot of fun, nothing serious and a pretty quick read.
Thank you to netgalley for the digital review copy.
Thank you to netgalley for the digital review copy.
nsslaughter's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.5
Content Warnings
Minor: Cursing, Physical abuse, and Violence
emzboo69's review against another edition
3.0
The artwork was really good ☺️ the story was alright. I was abit confused in parts ngl. Dunno if I will continue the series. No good not bad just meh 😐
torgla's review against another edition
4.0
Cracked me up! Perfect tone, oddball but earnest. Pokes fun at fandom culture, but with fondness, never mocking.
vivlan_'s review against another edition
5.0
10/10 no notes some of the funniest bits I’ve read in my life