A review by yuna
Ao Haru Ride, Vol. 9 by Io Sakisaka

lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.5

This is a train wreck that I can't seem to look away from. The recurring theme I have is despising how 'femininity' is portrayed in all its toxic, sexist stereotypes. Glad that we have Murao and Kominato here to try and speak truths to their friends' bullshit.

Oof. I wanted Toma to take his shot but the boy is just the seemingly Nice Guy boyfriend who is actually just controlling with a smile as he won't take no for an answer.