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rereader33's review
3.0
I'm going to be honest-I didn't like this volume and am going to drop this series at this point. I want to make something clear-this is NOT a bad series. I'm just not as invested in this series as I thought I was. There was too much drama in this volume, Taichi was pretty insensitive at times, and the new character who's completely deaf makes deaf people look horrifically selfish and rude. Sorry, wish I liked this volume more, but I'm just not feeling it at this point. Still a series I would recommend to others, just not interested in continuing the series.
saramdeuri's review
4.0
very sweet and a lovely depiction of life in Japan as a deaf and disabled person. I can kind of see where the story's going from here but it's not blatantly obvious so there's still some wish to continue reading. was very pleased to find this in my local library!
yemilhead's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-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? It's complicated
5.0
tnh1313's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
tense
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? Yes
5.0
zachhruby94's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
reflective
tense
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? Yes
4.0
larrenrae's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
ali1311's review
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Not enough gay boys being gay in this one but I'll live. There was still some sweet stuff and nice plot development
booksandbacteria's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75
captwinghead's review
5.0
Update: 07/05/2023.
I laughed. I cried. 10/10 would read again.
Original review:
I’m still really enjoying this series. The story just continues to keep my attention (and my heart!)
This volume follows the typical thing younger couples face - the disconnect when they’re no longer attending the same school. Kohei and Taichi keep missing each other because Taichi has just started working at the start up program. Taichi is worried because he keeps hearing about how difficult it is for couples to last when they don’t see each other every day. Kohei is missing him and jealous that Chiba San has taken a liking to Taichi and they’re spending a lot of time together.
We learn more about Chiba San this volume and I really like him! He’s stand off ish, but it’s clear that he really cares about Taichi. The scenes they have together were so great! We also meet his brother this volume. I forgot his name, but he’s deaf and it’s clear Chiba-san stumbled over similar issues that Taichi did with fighting the urge to do everything for the deaf/HoH people they care about under the guise of making it “easier” for them. Chiba-san helps Taichi realize he’s not making things easier and he’s actually hindering their ability to form relationships without a buffer in the middle.
The ending is heart breaking but I can’t wait to see where the story goes next!
I laughed. I cried. 10/10 would read again.
Original review:
I’m still really enjoying this series. The story just continues to keep my attention (and my heart!)
This volume follows the typical thing younger couples face - the disconnect when they’re no longer attending the same school. Kohei and Taichi keep missing each other because Taichi has just started working at the start up program. Taichi is worried because he keeps hearing about how difficult it is for couples to last when they don’t see each other every day. Kohei is missing him and jealous that Chiba San has taken a liking to Taichi and they’re spending a lot of time together.
We learn more about Chiba San this volume and I really like him! He’s stand off ish, but it’s clear that he really cares about Taichi. The scenes they have together were so great! We also meet his brother this volume. I forgot his name, but he’s deaf and it’s clear Chiba-san stumbled over similar issues that Taichi did with fighting the urge to do everything for the deaf/HoH people they care about under the guise of making it “easier” for them. Chiba-san helps Taichi realize he’s not making things easier and he’s actually hindering their ability to form relationships without a buffer in the middle.
The ending is heart breaking but I can’t wait to see where the story goes next!