Ok there is much I have to say about this manga....
It is one of the best manga I have ever read....period.....
Within any category whether it may be Shonen or Shojo or Shonen ai or Shojo ai, this manga overcomes many flaws that the others fall victim to...
First off, Nakamura has the ability to create these unique characters(Which was also evident in Tokyo Crazy Paradise) which she does with such grace, that it is almost unfathomable to believe that such personalities were construed so perfectly.
The characters portray their images really well. For instance, When Kyoko was in love with Sho, she appeared delicate and innocent(which she was), but once Sho kicked her off the vanwagon, Her whole image changed, as did her personal attributes. Further examples would include Sho appearing as an egocentric jerk (based on appearance) which he is, and Ren appearing mysterious(based on appearance) which he is.
The Humor changes within every page of the manga. It can be mindless and somewhat juvenile, yet it can be deep and mature. In simplier terms, the humor context can either be right in front of your face or may require you to think at times(Which is rather refreshing if I must add...)
The manga isn't overpowered by any sentiment which is so invigorating, because I always find myself at times reading some redundant shojo, where the female protagonist either falls in love with some random stranger four seconds after meeting him, becomes victim to a house fire that killed her entire family or falls in love with multiple men, and engages in an orgy of emotions....That is shojo in all it's essence...
Skip Beat however is not like that all, It has a mix of different affluent feelings, all which are not drastically overdone, Unlike most manga in general...
Nakamura also creates that cliffhanger sensation, that one gets with a very addictive manga. This is story is very unpredicatable and that's a quality which I believe any good manga should possess.
Overall, my opinions towards this manga are stated quite clearly, It's a must read for any shojo lover, hell it's a must read for any manga lover...
This manga is definatley one you should tune in for(If you haven't already)
P.S - I've read threads where people have said that the art of this manga was horrible, and honestly I beg to differ...
The art is not perfect, but it is by no means"horrible". I'll consider the Skip Beat art to be an aquired taste, only because everyone is entitled to their own opinion...Although to those who said that they didn't like it....It get's a lot better by manga 5 ;D
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