SKIP BEAT review

dip805
Apr 02, 2021
Skip Beat is to a certain extent, rather awkward to be considered a shojo manga. Unlike the cotton fluffiness normally displayed in most shojo titles, Skip Beat distinguishes itself from its counter parts through its fervent dialogues and actions. Many times, readers find themselves getting entangled into Kyoko Mogami (the heroine)’s undying display of avant-garde deeds and its difficult not to fall for this heroine. Exactly how can you like someone that can be so naïve and thoughtful, and yet dark and sceptical at the same time? – Read and you will find out.

To compliment the stunning storyline, you have the not-so-perfect (but close enough to make you want more of him) hero - Ren Tsuruga - that fits into the role of Kyoko’s confidant and love interest. Ren has an exceptionally kind and gentle persona but beneath that persona lies a dark past and insecurities that slowly unravel as the story develops.

I especially love the interaction between Ren and Kyoko, and even the not so pleasant re-encounters between Kyoko and her childhood love interest, Sho Fuwa (the jerk who ditched her for glamour and glitter). That said, despite the unforgiving jerk that Sho is, his affection for Kyoko is still very much evident throughout the series and because he does care for Kyoko despite his treatment towards her, its difficult to hate him completely.

The thing I enjoyed about Skip Beat is that a significant developments takes place almost after every chapter and the characters (one if not more) progress in a rather pleasant manner at the end of each chapter. That is, the story doesn’t get stagnant at all and readers find themselves taking something out of each chapter.

Another plus point of Skip Beat is the likeable characters. Whether the good or the bad, one can’t help but empathize with the characters and their situations. Nakamura-san did a splendid job of illustrating the characters - even the supporting roles that make you look forward to each update.

It’s definitely a manga that will keep you at the edge of your seat for the next update. Skip Beat is a healthy blend of finding strength and support in the face of adversity, rediscovering oneself and above all, finding friendship and romance in the most unexpected places and circumstances. In Skip Beat, the idea of romance is not being in possession of someone but rather, love and affection is display through the analogy of being each other’s guardian angel.
Faire un don
0
0
0

commentaires

SKIP BEAT
SKIP BEAT
Auteur Nakamura Yoshiki
Artiste Nakamura Yoshiki