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A review by simoneclark
Manga Classics Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare, Crystal Chan
3.0
Thank you, NetGalley and Udon Entertainment, for a complimentary copy of this manga adaption of yet another classic in exchange for my honest opinion!
First things first, the illustrations are phenomenal as usual!!!! I loved the facial expressions, the symbolisms used, and the character portrayal. The manga itself is fantastic and I loved everything about it. Now here comes the big "BUT" ... William Shakespearian language is so hard to understand and I had a hard time making it through this one. Unfortunately, this manga also had big boots to fit because I loved loved loved the "Les Miserables" adaption. I think that one and "The Count of Monte Cristo" have been my favorites so far. I guess I went in with great expectations for this one since Romeo and Juliet is such a great story. I have to admit though that while the story is great, I also struggled with the language in the original classic as well.
Nonetheless, I can absolutely recommend this manga adaption!
First things first, the illustrations are phenomenal as usual!!!! I loved the facial expressions, the symbolisms used, and the character portrayal. The manga itself is fantastic and I loved everything about it. Now here comes the big "BUT" ... William Shakespearian language is so hard to understand and I had a hard time making it through this one. Unfortunately, this manga also had big boots to fit because I loved loved loved the "Les Miserables" adaption. I think that one and "The Count of Monte Cristo" have been my favorites so far. I guess I went in with great expectations for this one since Romeo and Juliet is such a great story. I have to admit though that while the story is great, I also struggled with the language in the original classic as well.
Nonetheless, I can absolutely recommend this manga adaption!