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vigil's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
a bit of a slow start to this one! if you don't mind or enjoy domesticity in your supernatural books i'd recommend it. i will say, for this volume at least, is primarily concerned with establishing the dynamic between the creature "teacher" and shiva, their day to day routine, banter, and their general ways of interacting. for the beginning and middle sections of the book, the supernatural fantasy element is largely implemented in undertones and implications, or small scenes peppered throughout. towards the late middle of the book, the fantasy portion ratchets up in comparison to the earlier parts. this is where some darker elements that were hinted at in the beginning really begin to come out in full force.
one thing i really loved was the world building, it is very reminiscent of folktales (as an aside, if you read and enjoyed this element you might also like oksi by mari ahokoivu) and i especially appreciate the delivery of the lore, in the form a children's tale read to shiva. it simultaneously managed to deliver the world building in a clear and concise way, as well as enrich the dynamics between the characters.
overall this was a really cute manga, and the ending was absolutely perfect in setting up intrigue for the next volume. i will definitely be continuing with the series.
one thing i really loved was the world building, it is very reminiscent of folktales (as an aside, if you read and enjoyed this element you might also like oksi by mari ahokoivu) and i especially appreciate the delivery of the lore, in the form a children's tale read to shiva. it simultaneously managed to deliver the world building in a clear and concise way, as well as enrich the dynamics between the characters.
overall this was a really cute manga, and the ending was absolutely perfect in setting up intrigue for the next volume. i will definitely be continuing with the series.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Body horror, Child death, Death, and Violence
millie's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment
Minor: Death
kaneli's review against another edition
dark
lighthearted
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent and Death
Minor: Blood
thenerdybookwitch's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
slow-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? No
So far good start! It is nice and calm though with a dash of creepy. Cannot wait to read more of this! This series was recommended to me by a friend and I’m excited to see what they love about this manga series 🥰
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Death of parent, Death, and Medical content
f18's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Abandonment and Death
nodogsonthemoon's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Death and Hate crime
pastelkerstin's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
5.0
I love the art style and the main characters we are introduced to, and the set-up is intriguing. As with any story about outsiders, fingers crossed it'll do the heavy topic of bigotry and fear of the other justice in further volumes.
This manga scratches a similar itch for me as Witch Hat Atelier: A beautiful, kind but also dark, fantasy manga with a distinctive art style. Will probably pick up the next volumes soon!
This manga scratches a similar itch for me as Witch Hat Atelier: A beautiful, kind but also dark, fantasy manga with a distinctive art style. Will probably pick up the next volumes soon!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death and Violence
Minor: Blood and Body horror
puttingwingsonwords's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death and Violence
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