A review by razrow
Kaguya-sama: Love Is War, Vol. 13 by Aka Akasaka

emotional funny lighthearted relaxing tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

TLDR: Pretty solid story that builds anticipation for the upcoming volumes.

Longer Review: If you read up to here, this volume is more of the same. It is comedic and develops the story. Probably a bit less comedy than usual, but still pretty funny.

Spoiler Review:
Chapter one was interesting, but mainly just a build up. Not super comedic like some of the past chapter ones that we have had, but I think it helps to convey to us readers that the tone of this volume will be a bit more serious than comedic. Chapter 2 is a bit more comedic and enjoyable to read. I think that Hayasaka being better at making the coffee than Kaguya was hilarious, and her pride being too hurt to allow her to focus on her goal of Shirogane makes sense too. Chapter 3 with Tsubame, Yu, and Maki is also very enjoyable. It helps to develop Maki's character a little bit. Chapter 4 is actually hilarious. The haunted house. Chapter 5 with Moeha is also hilarious. Chika also trying to keep Shirogane from interacting with her sister is pretty funny too. Not too mention Kaguya putting aside her jealousy. Chapter 6 really makes you feel bad for Ishigami. Poor guy really got blindsided by Tsubame. Wish the guy had some more information. Chapter 7 honestly had me like dying. This was one of the funniest stories I think and each character acts how you would expect. The ending where Kaguya eats the heart shaped takoyaki to prevent Shirogane from figuring her out cracked me up.  Chapter 8 with the balloon art was also hilarious. Shirogane is really smart so it is always interesting to see his efforts to trap Kaguya. Chapter 9 is interesting for Ino and Yu shippers I think. Not to mention it helps show some of Kaguya's character development. Chapter 10 is like the cherry on top. Shirogane and Kaguya going on a little date and him dropping the news about Stanford to her is all a brilliant way to build suspense for the next volume. I cannot wait to see what happens next.