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lovelymisanthrope's review against another edition
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This installment picks up exactly where the Black Edition Volume One left off: Light is trying to continue to use the Death Note for what he believes is good, while the Japanese police and FBI try to figure out who is this mystical guy that can kill criminals without being near them. In this installment we are introduced to a new character that also has a Death Note, and desperately wants to meet Light. Could this new person threaten to unravel all the "good" work that Light has already done, or will they be a much needed friend in this gray area of revenge?
I continue to really enjoy this manga series. It is so well written, and the artwork is so enjoyable to simply look at. This series in general does an excellent job in raising the argument of whether a "Robin Hood" type of justice is really ethical. With one notable exception, Light has only used the Death Note to kill criminals, people who have done wrong and will likely continue to do wrong and cause harm. Light's use of the Death Note seems noble, but should one personal really hold that much power? Brining in another person who has their own Death Note offers some great commentary about the power of the Death Note and whether Light is truly in the wrong, because this new person uses their Death Note for a completely different agenda. Personally, I do not think anyone should hold this kind of power because it will be too easy for them to become corrupt and blinded by their ability to kill without getting their hands dirty in a literal sense.
This installment left with a slight cliffhanger, and I am so excited to continue in Volume Three!
I continue to really enjoy this manga series. It is so well written, and the artwork is so enjoyable to simply look at. This series in general does an excellent job in raising the argument of whether a "Robin Hood" type of justice is really ethical. With one notable exception, Light has only used the Death Note to kill criminals, people who have done wrong and will likely continue to do wrong and cause harm. Light's use of the Death Note seems noble, but should one personal really hold that much power? Brining in another person who has their own Death Note offers some great commentary about the power of the Death Note and whether Light is truly in the wrong, because this new person uses their Death Note for a completely different agenda. Personally, I do not think anyone should hold this kind of power because it will be too easy for them to become corrupt and blinded by their ability to kill without getting their hands dirty in a literal sense.
This installment left with a slight cliffhanger, and I am so excited to continue in Volume Three!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Toxic relationship, Death, Police brutality, and Toxic friendship
Moderate: Death of parent
molly_rose's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Toxic friendship
Moderate: Confinement, Stalking, Suicidal thoughts, and Toxic relationship
tiredtori's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Confinement, Death, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Hate crime, Infidelity, Kidnapping, Misogyny, Toxic relationship, Toxic friendship, and Violence
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