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books_blackcats's review
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual assault and Child abuse
reila's review
dark
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
sad
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
5.0
This might just be me, but this series is something special. The art is beautiful and alive, and the story was conveyed well and spoke to my emotions fast enough to pull me in (there was no saving me!). Bittersweet and to the point, but it isn't totally tragic. It's rather inspiring for something so ordinary. I'm invested to see where Mao and Hisashi go from here. They all feel genuine (and not just...leaning into the trope, I can't put my finger on how to define that 'line' just yet). Personal bias: I'm looking forward to learning more about the director, Ichikawa. Haha. When I say, 'I kick my feet up and giggle,' this is the most genuine response I can share.
I definitely re-read this since learning about the anime adaptation in summer '24.
I definitely re-read this since learning about the anime adaptation in summer '24.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault and Sexual content
Moderate: Abandonment, Pedophilia, Adult/minor relationship, and Toxic relationship
reallife_kazbrekker's review against another edition
tense
fast-paced
1.0
It took me a month to finish reading this, because I just lost all interest at one point. Also why do so many bl mangas always gotta have consent issues... Like do yall just hate consent or what?
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault
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