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| romantic by PoshSam on February 3rd, 2010, 12:51pm |
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I found this manga really romantic to be honest and you know why? because the pacing was slow and the characters had just the right amount of time to confess, the volume length for this is enough for this manga, anymore and it would have become like every other shoujo romance out there. There were perhaps 3 love rivals and they weren't heavily used for story-lines, the story focused much more on the piano and the main couple's friendship/romance.
I was at times really touched by Akira or Takami's thoughts and actions and giddy with excitement whenever it was time for ''Akira's new romantic quote for Takami''.
My only problem is the ending, it was sweet and all but at the same time I was kind of hoping to see a more mature step in their relationship, I know they hadn't seen each other for a while and the mangaka probably wanted to leave it for our imagination, but still~ I was hoping to see at least some passion.
Yes, like some people might have said, Akira was your typical bishie but for once, like with Special A, I did not mind it one bit, it was a plus, perhaps it's also great to see a main character who IS beautiful rather than cutesy, and her tomboy personality was refreshing.
I just remembered, one thing I found utterly annoying was when guys kept telling Tamaki how to behave, when one of her brothers or even Akira himself would tell her to not do something because it was unlady-like, I wanted to slap them.
Overall, a good shoujo with the type of romance you can enjoy if you like your main couples to slowly progress with realism.
... Last updated on February 4th, 2010, 1:49pm |
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| One of the worst by John21 on December 5th, 2009, 10:18pm |
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When i start a manga, i always want to finish it, even if it mite be boring, just like u know sheer curiosity. But dis manga, honestly i tried so hard but i justcudn't!! soo boring. Art is amazing, but honestly the plott was so boring for me. After 11 chapters or so, dre was hardly any romance, and consisted of the guy dressing up as a girl which i found truly disturbing. The attempted humour was boring and i found the whole piano thing utterlu boring as well. Maybe because I am not that into musical instruments. Others though mite like it but for me this manga was one of the worst. Art was amazing, though and made me want to "try" and bear with this boring boring manga.
Rating: 4 / 10.0 |
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| great girl protagonist by angelfire_aja on October 29th, 2009, 5:53am |
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first thing first... it's the art that drew me to reading it. well, i thought i could never find the perfect girl protagonist i am imagining until i found this. the cover did a lot of impact at me... when i started reading... ahaha it was completely like it made a big turn to what i expect but she's somehow and, i'd say, unexpectedly likable in my case.
i so love the art.. and the plot and the characters and everything...
some people agree and some don't... but i do.. i think it gave me the same feel of special a when i read venus capriccio. and fortunately.. it's more realistic than special a. although the exaggeration of special a gave it it's humor just like ouran.
i so hate myself for always forgetting the title. it's somehow..somehow not easy to remember.*sigh* peace!
anyway i'm giving it a 10..!! so i'm sure to remember it...!--especially the ART!! i so love it! i'm falling inlove with takami!!
Rating: 10 / 10.0
... Last updated on October 29th, 2009, 5:55am |
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| Mediocre bordering on boring... by amaranthine on July 8th, 2009, 4:34pm |
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Cliché plot, not bad but not memorable. Art is modern and clean; pretty nice but nothing spectacular either. I found both protagonists' personalities a bit overdone in shoujo manga... The girl is "boyish", gets bad grades, nosy-but-caring, and dense. Guy is a bishie, good at almost everything he does, troubled childhood (though not too bad), quiet, and doesn't get along well with others. You can basically tell how it's going to end by reading the first chapter or so.
If you can ignore those, then I guess it's an "okay" manga.
Rating: 5 / 10.0 |
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| Gorgeous by teaspoon on July 8th, 2009, 3:58pm |
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While I found it to be a tad slow and drab sometimes, the art is absolutely stunning, makes up for everything. Nishikata Mai is one talented artist.
Rating: 9 / 10.0 |
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| Nice by djbreezy on June 26th, 2009, 7:43pm |
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Venus Capriccio has beautiful artwork and a beautiful story. The artwork is sooooo pretty to look at. The length and plot is also very nice as well and had a nice closure. However, the beginning should have introduced the themes, rather than acting like a filler. Still, characterization is very strong, especially in Akira. He wasn't like the perfect bishie type(though he looks very hot ^^), and instead has flaws. His reactions to certain things are especially cute and original. Once again, it's a very nice story. I recommend everyone to read it!
... Last updated on June 26th, 2009, 7:46pm |
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| truly beautiful! by countingwounds on June 20th, 2009, 9:07pm |
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Spoiler (highlight to view) i can't say how nice it was to read about a couple who would truly do anything for the other, who loved each other to that extent. they knew each other, respected each other, and cared for each other. when something arose, they didn't foolishly believe they could work through it themselves (a shojo common place x__x), they relied on the other.
the art, the story, and all were wonderful. it captured my attention and held it, which is a miracle in itself! and 5 volumes is the perfect length. the musical elements were a wonderful touch, since i'm a musician myself! (not quite.. a prodigy though XD)
the romantic developement was wonderfulllll. i loved it so much. and the couple.. like i said before, it was just.. ahhhhh~! when akira was like "i am not your little brother.. and if you can't tell the difference.. then i'll show you." waaaaaaah~~ takami, why'd you have to run away! curse you! XDD
a cute, beautiful, funny, cute read. plus the art (and the boys~) are gorgeous!! i was really sad to end it, to my surprise. for me, it was one of those stories i want to keep the characters in my pocket and carry them around with me. hahaha >3. my only complaint would have been to see how they have changed more in two years at the end, but eh.
Rating: 10 / 10.0
... Last updated on July 6th, 2009, 7:34pm |
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| nice by Ilesyt on June 13th, 2009, 3:58am |
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| It's a nice manga, especially in the beginning, the plot is good enough. But sadly there aren't really many (if any at all) truly heart wrenching scenes. And it's not like lily_kitty says that it has alot of mistakes, it's more her own mistake cause akira in the beginning is actually 14 yo and not 15. |
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| hmm by lily_kitty15 on June 3rd, 2009, 2:16am |
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not that grate i guess plus it seemed like they never changes years of the school even though it had many months pass they all stayed in the same school year and also same with there age
and when they said 2 years later where Akira should have been about i guess 17 was only 16, though before in the beginning they said Akira was 15.
this manga has some mistake oh will whatever
anyway if u have nothing to read or do and like music piano stuff i guess u can give this a try the romance was ok too.
Rating: 8 / 10.0 |
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| Piano + Love Story = Hit!! by Selenium_Glow on May 15th, 2009, 1:06am |
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I got into this series simply because it had a music theme (that to centered around the piano)
By the end of the last Chapter, I knew I had read an amazing story, where we see the characters mature, where we see them cry and be there for each other.
Initially, I wasn't happy with the one sided love, but later I found out, it was an important part of the story, and how it added to the overall feel of the Story.
I was very very happy reading this, and the ending was pretty satisfying too... though I wouldn't mind some more 
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