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clowdywings's review against another edition
3.0
I have a lot of mixed feelings about this book.
The beginning is okay. It's frustrating because Kou can't say what he wants to because someone is a selfish person who won't let him talk. There's also a sweet date that makes a ship stronger and breaks down the other one in the process, sadly.
Makita and Uchimiya seemed really cute together. There's a good couple scenes about them.
Kikuchi was featured in a hat in a few scenes (not a lot), which really suited him. It was drawn well.
The character development and the tension is really at an all time high in this one. It really explodes. I think this is part of the climax of the story.
Art style is okay, like normal. I realized in this one who expressive it was. It was done well.
My favorite scenes was the hand-on-window one and the second 180 observation thing, former done by Kou, latter by Kikuchi.
The beginning is okay. It's frustrating because Kou can't say what he wants to because someone is a selfish person who won't let him talk. There's also a sweet date that makes a ship stronger and breaks down the other one in the process, sadly.
Makita and Uchimiya seemed really cute together. There's a good couple scenes about them.
Kikuchi was featured in a hat in a few scenes (not a lot), which really suited him. It was drawn well.
The character development and the tension is really at an all time high in this one. It really explodes. I think this is part of the climax of the story.
Art style is okay, like normal. I realized in this one who expressive it was. It was done well.
My favorite scenes was the hand-on-window one and the second 180 observation thing, former done by Kou, latter by Kikuchi.
chris_reads's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
phoenix2's review against another edition
4.0
This is the review of the whole series.
Ao Haru Ride is probably one of the best shoujo mangas I have ever read! The story is really good, with big twists and a solid love story. The characters are very realistic and the manga explains their personalities in depth. Plus, another positive is that it concluded all characters' stories and not just the main ones. In addition, unlike many manga which just end after the couple confesses, this one takes the reader a step further and gives us a few extra chapters where we can see the relationship blooming. The love triangle was definately a killer, with the two boys being equally adorable and perfect candidates. That said, the illustration was wonderful as well, and I especially appreciated the chapters when we had two povs at the same time, just like in movies. The only flaw I could find in it was that it got a little boring in the middle of the story, but it quickly recovered. So, 4 out of 5 stars.
Ao Haru Ride is probably one of the best shoujo mangas I have ever read! The story is really good, with big twists and a solid love story. The characters are very realistic and the manga explains their personalities in depth. Plus, another positive is that it concluded all characters' stories and not just the main ones. In addition, unlike many manga which just end after the couple confesses, this one takes the reader a step further and gives us a few extra chapters where we can see the relationship blooming. The love triangle was definately a killer, with the two boys being equally adorable and perfect candidates. That said, the illustration was wonderful as well, and I especially appreciated the chapters when we had two povs at the same time, just like in movies. The only flaw I could find in it was that it got a little boring in the middle of the story, but it quickly recovered. So, 4 out of 5 stars.
rereader33's review against another edition
5.0
Thank you, Kou, for finally setting this straight with Narumi! It takes a lot of courage and determination to break things off with someone and you handled it well, good for you!
While I'm not as invested in Futaba's relationship with Toma, I really like Toma as a character and I think he's a genuinely nice guy but isn't a door mat. I do think they would make a good couple and Toma could definitely make Futaba happy, but it's pretty obvious she's meant to be with Kou.
I loved how straightforward Shuko was about caring more about Futaba's happiness then Kou's issues. I truly love the female friendships in this series, I know I keep bringing it up, but they're just fucking FANTASTIC.
I like that Futaba is willing to give Toma a chance, despite still having lingering feelings for Kou. While not a healthy way of approaching romance, the fact that she's trying is cool.
That's about all I have to say for this volume. Wow, I caught up with this serie's manga releases in one day...that's pretty incredible. But now I have to wait until April for the next volume! *walks away, crying*
While I'm not as invested in Futaba's relationship with Toma, I really like Toma as a character and I think he's a genuinely nice guy but isn't a door mat. I do think they would make a good couple and Toma could definitely make Futaba happy, but it's pretty obvious she's meant to be with Kou.
I loved how straightforward Shuko was about caring more about Futaba's happiness then Kou's issues. I truly love the female friendships in this series, I know I keep bringing it up, but they're just fucking FANTASTIC.
I like that Futaba is willing to give Toma a chance, despite still having lingering feelings for Kou. While not a healthy way of approaching romance, the fact that she's trying is cool.
That's about all I have to say for this volume. Wow, I caught up with this serie's manga releases in one day...that's pretty incredible. But now I have to wait until April for the next volume! *walks away, crying*
_moonniji_'s review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
marie_thereadingotter's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Homedog Kou is being horribly manipulated by his old classmate Narumi. Shuko had good intuition about her. He's still an idiot for not seeing it sooner. But I also can't understand how this girl would want *only* Kou in her life, like.. Girl, that will never be a good thing. If all this wasn't already coming undone, he'd 100% start to resent her.
I'm with Shuko as well, Futaba's feelings are the main thing. And none of this would've happened if Kou had just been honest with himself and Futaba from the start.
I'm with Shuko as well, Futaba's feelings are the main thing. And none of this would've happened if Kou had just been honest with himself and Futaba from the start.
katie_rose81's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
4.5