704 pages • first pub 2010 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781935654780
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vertical
Publication date: 12 February 2013
Description
Long considered as one of Osamu Tezuka's most political narratives, Ayako is also considered to be one of his most challenging as it defies the conventions of his manga by utilizing a completely original cast and relying solely on historical drama...
Community Reviews Summary of 167 reviews
Moods
sad 64%
tense 64%
emotional 47%
challenging 29%
mysterious 17%
reflective 17%
adventurous 11%
Pace
medium 25%
slow 6%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 46% | Character: 33% | Plot: 20%Strong character development?
Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 40% | No: 6%Loveable characters?
No: 53% | It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 6%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 41% | Yes: 41% | N/A: 16%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 6%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Child abuse, Incest, Sexual contentModerate
Bullying, Emotional abuse, Mental illnessMinor
Racism, Medical content
704 pages • first pub 2010 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781935654780
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vertical
Publication date: 12 February 2013
Description
Long considered as one of Osamu Tezuka's most political narratives, Ayako is also considered to be one of his most challenging as it defies the conventions of his manga by utilizing a completely original cast and relying solely on historical drama...
Community Reviews Summary of 167 reviews
Moods
sad 64%
tense 64%
emotional 47%
challenging 29%
mysterious 17%
reflective 17%
adventurous 11%
Pace
medium 25%
slow 6%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 46% | Character: 33% | Plot: 20%Strong character development?
Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 40% | No: 6%Loveable characters?
No: 53% | It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 6%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 41% | Yes: 41% | N/A: 16%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 6%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Child abuse, Incest, Sexual contentModerate
Bullying, Emotional abuse, Mental illnessMinor
Racism, Medical content