tsukineko's manga / #single dad(10)

Apparently realistic, so I might have to read it. Btw, there's a dj for this, (by the same mangaka), but I don't think it's on this site.

So far I've read the first couple of stories, (up to but not including chapter 3).

I'll have to be in the right mood to read this one. It has a depressed and suicidal mc, who is in self destruct mode, and deliberately does everything to push away the one who loves him, (and who he loves). They have a happy end, though, so it might give me hope that even Z can find (and keep!) true love. It seems to be quite well written, so it could be good, plus there's apparently also smut in there, (because one of the mc's methods to hurt himself and others, is promiscuity, just like Z), which might help to relieve the sadness for and annoyance with the mc.

3.5 stars. I enjoyed this more than I expected to from the comments. The ending is too inconclusive, though. Also, I feel that there's not enough depth - be it regarding the plot, the characters, or their feelings. It'll be interesting to read 'Gekkouzaka no Hanayashiki', which was written several years later, and would appear to be a more mature, intense and in depth exploration of the same themes, with its greater length also allowing for better character development. I expect that sensei was also unsatisfied with 'Tonari no Kare', especially its ending, and that 'Gekkouzaka no Hanayashiki' is the result of the maturation of the ideas behind 'Tonari no Kare' and of sensei's own writing style. As such, I'll be disappointed if 'GnH' isn't a lot better than TnK.

Yuuki's summary: "This story is beautifully executed and perfectly paced. Visuals of a starry night sky guide the reader through the present, to the past, and to the future. What is genuine in this work is compassion. No matter the age or circumstances of a person, their feelings are painfully articulate, whether in words or otherwise. A confession by an elementary student, the feeling of loss in an adult when they derail from following their dream, all these things paint a picture of the precious mundane." Sounds good, but probably quite slow paced, plus it's only shounen ai. I mainly want to read because of the connection with the stars. After this, read the sequel 'Yoake ni Furu'.

The first story looks frickin adorable! The 2nd seems pretty controversial from the comments. I think it's about a transwoman who decides to be a man so that she can be with her gay male crush. If that's the case, I can see why people are pissed!