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Description
When the taller than average 172 cm Risa Koizumi learns that her occasional nemesis, the shorter than average 156 cm Atsushi Ootani, is romantically interested in her friend, she decides to team up with him. After all, she also has feelings for his friend. Unluckily, however, their respective crushes fall for each other instead. Determined to find new love after their recent misfortunes, the pair decide to cheer each other on while maintaining their usual dynamic of constant bickering.
Although they continually deny it, Risa and Ootani are more similar than they like to admit: they both have... More...
Although they continually deny it, Risa and Ootani are more similar than they like to admit: they both have... More...
When the taller than average 172 cm Risa Koizumi learns that her occasional nemesis, the shorter than average 156 cm Atsushi Ootani, is romantically interested in her friend, she decides to team up with him. After all, she also has feelings for his friend. Unluckily, however, their respective crushes fall for each other instead. Determined to find new love after their recent misfortunes, the pair decide to cheer each other on while maintaining their usual dynamic of constant bickering.
Although they continually deny it, Risa and Ootani are more similar than they like to admit: they both have unusual heights, failing grades, identical tastes in food, and a tendency to act extremely childish. Together, they inspire laughter among their peers as a so-called comedic duo. Could the love that these two are looking for be closer than they think?
Notes:
- In 2004, Lovely Complex received the 49th Shogakukan Manga Award for Shōjo.
- Volume 17 is a collection of side stories known as "Lovely Complex Plus".
- Includes the one-shots:
Vol.12: "Hoshi ni Nattemo Aishiteru" (Even When I Become A Star, I'll Still Love You)
Vol.16: "Bokura no Ibasho: ~WaT: Teppei Koike Story~" (The Place Where We Belong ~WaT: The Teppei Koike Story~) Less...
Although they continually deny it, Risa and Ootani are more similar than they like to admit: they both have unusual heights, failing grades, identical tastes in food, and a tendency to act extremely childish. Together, they inspire laughter among their peers as a so-called comedic duo. Could the love that these two are looking for be closer than they think?
Notes:
- In 2004, Lovely Complex received the 49th Shogakukan Manga Award for Shōjo.
- Volume 17 is a collection of side stories known as "Lovely Complex Plus".
- Includes the one-shots:
Vol.12: "Hoshi ni Nattemo Aishiteru" (Even When I Become A Star, I'll Still Love You)
Vol.16: "Bokura no Ibasho: ~WaT: Teppei Koike Story~" (The Place Where We Belong ~WaT: The Teppei Koike Story~) Less...
Type
Manga
Related Series
Love Com Two (Sequel)
Associated Names
Love Com - Đôi Đũa Lệch
Lovely Complex
Lovely Complex Plus
Lovely★Complex
Love☆Com
Rắc rối đáng yêu
الحُب المُعقد
ラブ★コン
ラブ・コン
恋爱情结
Lovely Complex
Lovely Complex Plus
Lovely★Complex
Love☆Com
Rắc rối đáng yêu
الحُب المُعقد
ラブ★コン
ラブ・コン
恋爱情结
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Latest Release(s)
v.17 c.4 (end) by Ochibichan over 14 years ago
v.16 c.62 by Ochibichan over 15 years ago
v.16 c.61 by Ochibichan over 15 years ago
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v.16 c.62 by Ochibichan over 15 years ago
v.16 c.61 by Ochibichan over 15 years ago
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Status
in Country of Origin
17 Volumes (Complete)
Completely Scanlated?
Yes
Anime Start/End Chapter
Starts at Vol 1, Chap 1
Ends at Vol 12, Chap 47 (Jumps to an abridged Vol 16, Chap 62) Chap 1-9, 33-34, 36, 41 are abridged/skipped
Ends at Vol 12, Chap 47 (Jumps to an abridged Vol 16, Chap 62) Chap 1-9, 33-34, 36, 41 are abridged/skipped
User Reviews
Lovely Complex by tsubasa22
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User Rating
Average: 8.7 / 10.0 (1671 votes)
Bayesian Average: 8.66 / 10.0
Bayesian Average: 8.66 / 10.0
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Last Updated
November 17th 2023, 11:03pm
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Recommendations
Author(s)
Artist(s)
Year
2001
Original Publisher
Serialized In (magazine)
Bessatsu Margaret (Shueisha)
Licensed (in English)
Yes
English Publisher
Viz (17 Volumes - Complete)
Activity Stats (vs. other series)
Weekly Pos #434 (+200)
Monthly Pos #1095 (-134)
3 Month Pos #1184 (+185)
6 Month Pos #1466 (+200)
Year Pos #1816 (+186)
Monthly Pos #1095 (-134)
3 Month Pos #1184 (+185)
6 Month Pos #1466 (+200)
Year Pos #1816 (+186)
List Stats
On 1907 reading lists
On 1413 wish lists
On 3883 completed lists
On 225 unfinished lists
On 708 custom lists
On 1413 wish lists
On 3883 completed lists
On 225 unfinished lists
On 708 custom lists
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=D!
by Starkick
March 15th, 2009, 2:02pm
March 15th, 2009, 2:02pm
Rating: 8.5 / 10.0
Awww...it's really over...
I loved this manga - never a dull moment, with plot twists at every turn. It was a blast to read, and I highly recommend it.
I loved this manga - never a dull moment, with plot twists at every turn. It was a blast to read, and I highly recommend it.
LoveCom rocks!<3
by xbronkax
March 9th, 2009, 5:01am
March 9th, 2009, 5:01am
Rating: 10.0 / 10.0
My friend told me about this manga. And I must admit Ive fallen in love at the first sight. Its realistic - we must fight to get something important - it cant be given just because you want it. Risa and Otani are... lovely Love LoveCom!
What can i say...
by Mykrone
March 6th, 2009, 7:25am
March 6th, 2009, 7:25am
Rating: N/A
I accidentally found this series in its anime form which is quite good. I was bored at that time and like i tried myself to shoujo's and love stories. Anyway the anime astound me on its plot and the way the mangaka shows that there's a 360 degrees revolve of a shojou series. I live Risa and her insecurities about her height and otani who despite his height manage to work his way to the basketball team through hard work. Lastly how these 2 develop to each other. A well balance, well thought and well plot manga and anime.
LC ROCKS \ o /
PS: im a guy and like the other guys posted here it really says alot
LC ROCKS \ o /
PS: im a guy and like the other guys posted here it really says alot
Not too serious, not ttoo much drama, great to relax with
by 04marissa29
January 22nd, 2009, 1:08pm
January 22nd, 2009, 1:08pm
Rating: 10.0 / 10.0
I found myself liking this manga a lot, and I'm usually very picky with mangas. When I first saw this, I thought it would be another shoujo manga with a third wheel, a clumsy girl and a cool guy, with the additional unique feature that it had a tall girl and a short boy. I thought that their differences in height would be the main focus which would eventually get boring, but i was very much wrong! It's such a light manga without the annoying drama that I love it! It's become my favourite manga because I hate overcomplicated plots. Also, Otani is the kind of guy that is sweet but doesn't like to show it, which is my favourite kind. Risa isn't naive and annoying, which is usually what many shoujo mangas portray. I'm really happy because of that. I'm just waiting for the whole thing to come out, then I'm thinking of reading it over again
Light-Hearted and Funny
by voraciouszest
December 22nd, 2008, 10:10pm
December 22nd, 2008, 10:10pm
Rating: 9.0 / 10.0
Usually Shoujo manga's annoy the hell out of me.
I am female, so it's not a gender thing. It's usually because the lead female and love interest are so shallow, boring and frustrating. Lovely Complex has absolutely none of that.
Risa and Otani are very flawed people. They are self-conscious, awkward, somewhat socially stunted and (not to forget the main point) they're considered somewhat unattractive by general consensus. All of these points add together to create a challenging and typically unseen idea in Shoujo. Most of the story is about Risa and Otani's relationship developing. They meet, become friends, start interacting socially. All the while Nakahara Aya maintains a fine balance of slapstick comedy and sentimental value.
Lovely Complex is a manga for anyone, really. There's no way I could claim that the boys wouldn't like this story either. Definitely give it a chance.
I am female, so it's not a gender thing. It's usually because the lead female and love interest are so shallow, boring and frustrating. Lovely Complex has absolutely none of that.
Risa and Otani are very flawed people. They are self-conscious, awkward, somewhat socially stunted and (not to forget the main point) they're considered somewhat unattractive by general consensus. All of these points add together to create a challenging and typically unseen idea in Shoujo. Most of the story is about Risa and Otani's relationship developing. They meet, become friends, start interacting socially. All the while Nakahara Aya maintains a fine balance of slapstick comedy and sentimental value.
Lovely Complex is a manga for anyone, really. There's no way I could claim that the boys wouldn't like this story either. Definitely give it a chance.
WHEEEEE!
by Thethhron
December 8th, 2008, 5:59pm
December 8th, 2008, 5:59pm
Rating: 10.0 / 10.0
This is, personally, one of my favorite mangas. And seeing as I'm a guy and this a shoujo manga, it's saying a lot. I forget how I actually found out about this manga, but I really liked the story and, of course, the comedy. I haven't finished it so, i won't give a final judgement but for what i've read it is EXTREMELY funny. And as some people have mentioned it's NOT just another shoujo manga. A great read for those of you that like comedy and/or romance. However, if you like darker-styled mangas, such as psycological types, this is not for you. Anyway, This is an overall good read. It's not the BEST, but it's still great.heck, in all technicality there CANNOT BE such a thing as best because it is all personal taste and opinion. Anyway, I highly Recommend this.
Realistic, yet Cliche
by aeondesires
October 20th, 2008, 4:38pm
October 20th, 2008, 4:38pm
Rating: 9.4 / 10.0
The one really good point on this manga is that, Otani IS NOT perfect. Yeah, can you believe that? But, it's awesome; he's not superstrong, or supersmart or anything (except for supershort, which doesn't really help). All that matters is that he's a really good guy and really loves Risa.
Enjoyable anytime even the second time around. =D
by tjwon
October 4th, 2008, 12:05pm
October 4th, 2008, 12:05pm
Rating: N/A
I love the story to pieces. I would say my personal favorite shojo manga mostly because I find her alot like me. There were many times when i was thinking...oh man there is going to be drama...or...crap how do you get out of this one. Situations such as oh a love rival and the classic "meeting the ex" but there is just so much love in this manga.
Skrew drama!!
"Live, love, and laugh out loud along with Lovely Complex." =D
Skrew drama!!
"Live, love, and laugh out loud along with Lovely Complex." =D
Great choice!
by iamssjvash
August 19th, 2008, 4:07am
August 19th, 2008, 4:07am
Rating: 10.0 / 10.0
I could not put this one down until I was done.... The character development here is very good.... I felt quite drawn to both the lead characters throughout the whole story.... It's pretty rare that I'm left mostly satisfied after I finish a series, but I can't say I have many complaints with this one....
0_* (Branching Out)
by mica363
July 20th, 2008, 9:07pm
July 20th, 2008, 9:07pm
Rating: 10.0 / 10.0
So given my favorites center around Yaoi it isn't always easy for me to get myself away from that genre...But, I have to say that Love Com has proven to draw my inner Shoujo out. It hasn't failed to bring about a myriad of emotions with its simple expression of life's "complexities" while continuing to keep a light heart in mind. Risa and Otani 100% compatible!
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