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4.07 AVERAGE
4.07 AVERAGE
This digital ARC was obtainable via NetGalley for an honest review!
I really liked "Heart Gear, Vol. 1"! So, sad what happened to Zett but when Chrome evolved...*insert heart eyes*. The concept of this manga is interesting and entertaining. Would love to see this as an anime adaptation.
I really liked "Heart Gear, Vol. 1"! So, sad what happened to Zett but when Chrome evolved...*insert heart eyes*. The concept of this manga is interesting and entertaining. Would love to see this as an anime adaptation.
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Loveable characters:
Yes
*ARC provided by NetGalley in return for an honest review*
The Story:
WWIII has destroyed most of what was left of humanity, leaving primarily "gears" (robots) to care and assist the remaining human race. The story is heartfelt and reminds me a bit of what it was like to watch Nausicaa and Grave of the Fireflies. Ultimately, a heart wrenching story where you know death is inevitable, yet somehow, someway, hope always appears to be on the horizon. As though the death of every predecessor was a firefly lighting the path to happiness and (to sound ridiculously patriotic) freedom.
The Art:
I really love the art style. The human & human-like character styles remind me of the human-like characters from Cells at Work, and not just cause of the emo hair cut.
Overall:
I really truly want to read the next volume and deeply wish it was already translated for review. I can't help but wonder where the series will lead next and if we'll see a happy light.
Content Warnings:
The Story:
WWIII has destroyed most of what was left of humanity, leaving primarily "gears" (robots) to care and assist the remaining human race. The story is heartfelt and reminds me a bit of what it was like to watch Nausicaa and Grave of the Fireflies. Ultimately, a heart wrenching story where you know death is inevitable, yet somehow, someway, hope always appears to be on the horizon. As though the death of every predecessor was a firefly lighting the path to happiness and (to sound ridiculously patriotic) freedom.
The Art:
I really love the art style. The human & human-like character styles remind me of the human-like characters from Cells at Work, and not just cause of the emo hair cut.
Overall:
I really truly want to read the next volume and deeply wish it was already translated for review. I can't help but wonder where the series will lead next and if we'll see a happy light.
Content Warnings:
Spoiler
Death of a family member, Faked Death, Gore
adventurous
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
A post-apocalyptic quest sprinkled with mood-relieving moments of humor, with warmhearted themes of finding your dream and discovering your identity.
Centuries after humanity caused its own destruction, a 10-year-old girl (possibly the only remaining human) lives in the wasteland with her robot caretaker. She discovers and awakens a robot, Chrome, whose programming had never been completed and, after an attack by an 'insane' robot (a military model that has degraded to the point of mindless violence) the new robot resolves to serve as the girl's protector and they set off across the wasteland in search of help.
It's a familiar kind of story, but I am interested to see how it (and Chrome) develops.
Recommended for readers who enjoy a post-apocalyptic setting that isn't overly dark and gritty, but isn't too saccharine or twee either.
Content warnings: no swearing, no drugs/alcohol (though one robot has an imitation cigarette like the humans it used to know), no sex, but one female-shaped robot is presented in sexualized ways (shown in angles emphasizing her butt, etc); one animal is killed by a robot (quickly and non-graphically)
Centuries after humanity caused its own destruction, a 10-year-old girl (possibly the only remaining human) lives in the wasteland with her robot caretaker. She discovers and awakens a robot, Chrome, whose programming had never been completed and, after an attack by an 'insane' robot (a military model that has degraded to the point of mindless violence) the new robot resolves to serve as the girl's protector and they set off across the wasteland in search of help.
It's a familiar kind of story, but I am interested to see how it (and Chrome) develops.
Recommended for readers who enjoy a post-apocalyptic setting that isn't overly dark and gritty, but isn't too saccharine or twee either.
Content warnings: no swearing, no drugs/alcohol (though one robot has an imitation cigarette like the humans it used to know), no sex, but one female-shaped robot is presented in sexualized ways (shown in angles emphasizing her butt, etc); one animal is killed by a robot (quickly and non-graphically)
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
Either something is wrong with sci-fi or something is wrong with me. Why am I not vibing with the sci-fi books im picking up this year?
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:
No
adventurous
dark
hopeful
Of course I loved this. The found family trope is my favorite.
This was too good. I loved the art style and the amazing backgrounds. The story was so well written, engaging, and unique. This was very different from what I have read in awhile. I can't wait to read more about the main character's journeys!
Thank you Netgalley and VIZ for an ARC in exchange for a review.
This was too good. I loved the art style and the amazing backgrounds. The story was so well written, engaging, and unique. This was very different from what I have read in awhile. I can't wait to read more about the main character's journeys!
Thank you Netgalley and VIZ for an ARC in exchange for a review.