Scan barcode
bluehairedreads's review
3.5
3.5 -4 stars.
We're really getting more in depth with all the characters and their backstories/trauma. The moment between Kyo and Tohru was really beautiful. I wasn't expecting Kyo and Tohru's grandfather to interact.
I'm honestly irritated at Kakeru for ever thinking that was necessary or okay to say to Tohru and acting like it was for his girlfriend's sake..... ugh
We're really getting more in depth with all the characters and their backstories/trauma. The moment between Kyo and Tohru was really beautiful. I wasn't expecting Kyo and Tohru's grandfather to interact.
I'm honestly irritated at Kakeru for ever thinking that was necessary or okay to say to Tohru and acting like it was for his girlfriend's sake..... ugh
mossiefae's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
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? Yes
5.0
kerrycat's review
5.0
it's just all crying from here on out . . . this volume includes one of my very favorite scenes in the whole series (a very mature Momiji & Kyo), and while I have it copied and posted both at home and work, I can never see it enough.
jenflan's review
4.0
Momoji all grown up and so handsome! There were some sweet moments between Tohru and Kyo. We learn the sad connection between Kakeru (his girlfriend) and Tohru. This is a good one.
thebluepaperdragon's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
_moonniji_'s review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-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
5.0
reddyrat's review
4.0
In this volume, Tohru and Kyo are getting increasingly closer to being "together." Kyo is so in love with Tohru that it's obvious to all the Sohmas and Tohru is finally close to admitting that she loves Kyo-kun. Tohru is afraid that if she loves Kyo, she'll lose the memory of her mother.
Much of the book is about how the other members of the Zodiac look down on Kyo. Their loves are so difficult being cursed that it's nice to know that Kyo's life is worse. There's a great scene with Shigure and Tohru where he's explaining this to her. I love seeing Shigure (1) in Western clothes and (2) acting serious. He is so handsome when he's not joking around. I love that we're increasingly seeing this side of him in the last volumes.
Of course, we revisit Yuki with his student council colleagues: Machi, Kakeru, and Kimi. Kimi is her annoying self as always. Yuki definitely has a thing for Machi. I was really surprised to discover that Yuki views Tohru as a mother-figure. I thought for sure that he was in love with her. Kind of weird, but I suppose it eliminates the competition with Kyo.
Another highlight of this volume is seeing post-puberty Momiji! He sprouted up overnight into a handsome young man. He doesn't wear the girlish sailor suit any more but he's still Momiji with his bunny backpack. Poor kid is in love with Tohru, but realizes that Kyo probably has the better chance.
Everything is moving quickly in these last volumes as Takaya tries to get in all the mythology, character developments, and conflicts necessary for the big finish.
Much of the book is about how the other members of the Zodiac look down on Kyo. Their loves are so difficult being cursed that it's nice to know that Kyo's life is worse. There's a great scene with Shigure and Tohru where he's explaining this to her. I love seeing Shigure (1) in Western clothes and (2) acting serious. He is so handsome when he's not joking around. I love that we're increasingly seeing this side of him in the last volumes.
Of course, we revisit Yuki with his student council colleagues: Machi, Kakeru, and Kimi. Kimi is her annoying self as always. Yuki definitely has a thing for Machi. I was really surprised to discover that Yuki views Tohru as a mother-figure. I thought for sure that he was in love with her. Kind of weird, but I suppose it eliminates the competition with Kyo.
Another highlight of this volume is seeing post-puberty Momiji! He sprouted up overnight into a handsome young man. He doesn't wear the girlish sailor suit any more but he's still Momiji with his bunny backpack. Poor kid is in love with Tohru, but realizes that Kyo probably has the better chance.
Everything is moving quickly in these last volumes as Takaya tries to get in all the mythology, character developments, and conflicts necessary for the big finish.
pato_myers's review
3.0
A quick and enjoyable read. It's a little depressing to have every character connected in a negative way.