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Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku, Vol. 1 by Yuji Kaku
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
As someone who have seen season 1 of the show, I knew exactly what I was getting into. The storyline and drawing are amazing. One of the reason why I didn’t give volume a rating higher than 4 star is due to how dark the coloring of the volume is. They definitely could have made the drawing a little brighter but I understand how the dark coloring of it adds on to the dark, violent atmosphere of the story.
Horror Movie by Paul Tremblay
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
This was definitely an experience. I can confidently say I made the right decision by pairing it with the audiobook. Initially, I started reading it without the audio, and it felt boring 🥱.
The audiobook added so much depth to the story. The last three chapters were amazing, the suspense and the revelation about what happened to a certain character were completely unexpected.
The twist at the end is what elevated my rating from a 3 to a 3.5. Like wtf, I did not see that coming! My mouth literally dropped as I was reading and listening to that scene.
On or Off, Volume 4 by A1
lighthearted
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? No
5.0
Can’t wait for the next volume. Their relationship was cute in this volume and I like how you can see how each of the characters are developing/ changing. Based on how this volume ended, I know the next volume is going to be strong and dramatic af.
On or Off, Volume 3 by A1
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Boys Run the Riot, Vol. 3 by Keito Gaku
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
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? It's complicated
4.5
A Sign of Affection, Volume 6 by suu Morishita
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Itsuomi The definition of a manga boyfriend. This could have been a 5 star but a certain scene took me out of it.
Stay By My Side After the Rain Vol. 1 by Shoko Rakuta
emotional
hopeful
fast-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
4.5
Boys Run the Riot, Vol. 2 by Keito Gaku
emotional
hopeful
reflective
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? It's complicated
5.0
That ending was unexpected.
Line Mates & Study Dates by Eden Finley, Saxon James
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0