Kuroneko Kareshi no Asobikata
Hakushaku to Yousei
I seriously thought I would like the manga after I watched the anime a few years ago. I am surprised I don't. What I dislike the most is the main character's lack of knowledge despite her title as a fairy doctor and the daughter of a well-knowing man (and woman!) regarding fairies and myths. The author seems to have planned the story as such to teach readers certain topics. However, I must say that it is possible to do so with a character who actually fulfills the expectations of her profession. The one to solve most mysteries and clues is actually Edgar – why is it him and not her? SHE is the fairy doctor, not him. I'm puzzled – does the author have something against women? Seeing as Lydia's incompetent, Ermine has been killed off and there are no other female character thus far. Also, I find Lydia incredibly weak and very criticizing towards others, particularly Edgar and Raven, when she herself hardly is perfect nor anywhere near it. One point I don't understand either is why she easily shares her suspicions of a suspect with the suspect, e.g. Edgar. It has happened several times as far as I've gotten in the manga and it is frustrating. I'm afraid I must discontinue this manga as I cannot relate to nor even like the main character. The only one I truly like is Nico, whom the main character likes to dismiss despite his genius and genuine care for her; instead, she always chooses Edgar. Incredibly frustrating that she isn't stronger than that and actually uses her brain to think – before acting, at that.
Koiiro Devil