Sore Wa Tabun Itoshii Tte Koto
I don’t know how many times I’ve read this manga already, but I still love it and plan to reread it again. Something about the characters, the dialogue, the writing style, the scenarios, the art overall, touched me deeply. It’s hard to pinpoint the most charming point, but I would say its authenticity, psychological aspects (and portrayal), and the character dynamic have to have been a part of the irresistible draw. There’s just something raw and alive about the story. Will never forget this manga.
Suijin no Hanayome
The monologue about the expectations of humans towards a god was masterfully done and struck a chord. Asahi’s desire to protect Subaru, the only incarnate of kindness in a world that was the opposite of that, and the fact that she couldn’t do so in her powerlessness and helplessness was conveyed beautifully and precisely. I could feel the hopelessness of it all, but also the unbendable will and desire: I will become stronger and smarter. For this purpose, Asahi could live in that world. These things were told so well, and I couldn’t help but really take it to heart.
Okubyou na Koi