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A Kingdom of Quartz 1 by Bomhat

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dark funny lighthearted mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I read this manga in one sitting. The idea is interesting and there's potential to have a twist on the "outsider with unimaginable power" cliché. This first volume already hints at interesting things, even if it's still a bit predictable, but it's easy to enjoy it, get immersed in this world, and get curious about it.
https://tintanocturna.blogspot.com/2024/03/manga-kingdom-of-quartz-1.html
Number Call by Nagisa Furuya

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emotional funny lighthearted relaxing fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

After reading The Summer of You, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to read Nagisa's debut. The story is sweet, touching, with some doses of drama and humor, and a dynamic that is easy to fall in love with. The two characters, although simple, feel genuine throughout, making a common story of daily life compelling.
https://tintanocturna.blogspot.com/2024/03/manga-number-call.html
My Ultramarine Sky by Nagisa Furuya

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emotional funny lighthearted relaxing fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No
 I am officially a fan of this woman. While it is true that you can already see what stories to expect from her, this time she did much better than the previous time. It's the typical love story of childhood friends in which one turns out to feel something more for the other, but she worked it in a way that makes it feel new.
 https://tintanocturna.blogspot.com/2024/03/manga-my-ultramarine-sky.html
Loving You When the World Ended by Gene

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dark funny lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

The story was good, but the execution was questionable. There were several plot holes, several issues with consent, and a convulsed narration that could have been much better. I liked the story, the characters, and some points it made, but when looking at the finished product I wasn't satisfied with what it was. I do want to give the author another try, however.
The Yearning Fox Lies in Wait by Nmura

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funny lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

1.0

 
Rushed. I liked the idea and it was a good story until the middle of the book. Both characters fall in love all of a sudden, so I couldn't connect with either of them or care for what was happening. Had it been developed into two, maybe three, volumes, it would have been much better.

 
Bad Dreams in the Night by Adam Ellis

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adventurous dark funny tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

This was a fun read! Although I didn't grow up with the shows mentioned, I did watch Courage the Cowardly Dog and Beetlejuice, sometimes also watching Happy Tree Friends when my parents were not around. This book took me back to those times when I stayed up late just to catch another episode and see what else I could find, and hardly got nightmares because of them. Both the art and writing style made me feel like a baby-bat again.
Full review: https://tintanocturna.blogspot.com/2024/04/comic-bad-dreams-in-night.html
Confessions of a 35 Year Old by TEI

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emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective fast-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

4.0

The story took me by surprise because of the themes it touches on: from virginity to hookup culture, from social pressure and expectations to identity insecurities. It's not simply a comic story or a romance, but an exploration of the society we currently live in, which sometimes is not the best for some people. People like Jason, who are also looking beyond a physical connection or one-night stands.
Full review: https://tintanocturna.blogspot.com/2024/04/manga-confessions-of-35-years-old.html
The Transformation of Fruit by Kevin Tyler Norman

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted reflective fast-paced

5.0

Honest, direct, and lighthearted, it is a gorgeous, short book that makes you daydream about innocence, and the loss of it due to trauma.
The Mysteries by Bill Watterson

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dark mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.0

Although I loved the illustrations and idea, the execution wasn't effective for me.
The Man Who Came Down the Attic Stairs by Celine Loup

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dark mysterious sad tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

0.0

Lento y predecible, con un hoyo en la trama del tamaño de un elefante.

Slow and predictable, with a plot hole the size of an elephant.