![]() The volume closes with a couple of so-so bonus stories. I also like a new male character that's been introduced, particularly because of the later interactions between him and Usui. There are some troublesome gender depictions - odd for a story that involves characters that are frustrated by the restrictions placed upon their respective genders! Also, while they is some good teamwork involved, and Misaki does get to do some "saving" now and then, all too often Usui shows Misaki up - even when he's not at the top of his game! As usual, he has some problematic moments, particularly when he acts jealously (as if he has a right to!), but I did come away from the volume liking him a little better. Even when I can tell, the character's motivations and logic tend to have me scratching my head. Storytellling-wise, it's often hard to tell what's going on - both in the sense of who's talking and, more, sussing out just what the situation is. ![]() The strongest aspect of the book is the art design - I enjoy it, even if sometimes I can't tell who's who. ![]() Grade: 5I'll go through the book plot by plot, with mild spoilers, so first, let me give non-spoilery overall impressions. Readers should proceed at their own risk. ![]() Reviews may contain information that could be considered 'spoilers'. Sequential Tart: A Comics Industry Web Zine - The Report Card ![]()
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