Reviews

Così parlò Rohan Kishibe #2 by Hirohiko Araki

pomegranate_muse's review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character

4.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Violence, Blood, and Death

Moderate: Murder

stuff2424's review against another edition

adventurous funny lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

s3lina's review against another edition

adventurous funny inspiring mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

As good as the first one. 

maeflowerreads's review against another edition

adventurous funny tense medium-paced

4.5

lovepotion's review against another edition

adventurous dark mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? N/A

5.0

The sequel to this spinoff series did not disappoint. This was just as bizarre as the first one- in the best way possible. This book included four short stories covering The Harvest Moon to The Run. Only The Run was adapted in the anime spin off, so everything else was completely new to me. 

The cover art for this manga is absolutely beautiful. I don’t think I’ll ever shut up about how nice Araki art style is. Plus the illustration throughout the manga follows through. 

The first story was unique, I like the premise of it. Honestly this plot line could be something further developed. The twist in end is something I didn’t not see coming. I like how the family is similar to the family set up in Jojolion. 

Out of these four Rohan definitely appears the most in “A Rainy Monday.” Where a bizarre mishap happens at a train station. 

I think “D.N.A.” Was maybe my favorite story in the manga. Perhaps just because I am a sucker for a cliche happy ending. 

Although in the story “The Run” I do like callback to Araki’s earlier art style in the 80’s with very muscular characters. 

This manga was definitely not as gorey or graphic as the first one. Don’t expect any cameos from any other characters from Part Four, Diamond is Unbreakable characters. 

Disappointed that this the last installment in Rohan’s spin off series. But I am always looking forward to see what Araki has installed next. Hopefully we’ll see the rest of these stories animated. This was definitely a treat to read and I recommend this to anyone who is fan of Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure or is looking for a paranormal mystery. 

bookishgirlie89's review against another edition

adventurous dark emotional funny mysterious fast-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? Yes

5.0

ryleenasty's review against another edition

funny

• Plot- or character-driven? N/A
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

spaceface's review against another edition

adventurous dark mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

tatakamille's review against another edition

fast-paced

4.0

ihoneymustard's review against another edition

dark mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0