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This book was the gateway into my love for literature. I loved how obscure it was. Fish people, an observant protagonist, and a fucking fish cult! The video game adaptation of this book, Call of Cthulhu: Dark Corners of the Earth, is superb, albeit flawed. The beginning of the game should be in history books or something. This manga adaptation of the original story has wonderful visuals. I really can't get over this storyfrroureuier.

This manga/anime/series/omg-why-does-it-have-so-many-adaptations sparks a sense of nostalgia. When I was younger, I used to imagine myself in a world where Shoujo cliches (at least the good ones) were a regular occurrence. Hana Yori Dango only strengthened that vigor and to be honest, I still imagine myself in the Mary Janes of a high school girl like Tsukushi. I'm not saying I want to live through the same ruthless bullying that Tsukushi experienced, but her life is more exciting.

(I really don't understand why Gender Bender is a genre for this series but whatever, I guess.) As an ambivert, this series is so relatable. On the other hand, I get the Amars, but I also side with Kuranosuke at times. I love the tacky fashion because it's so girly. Anyway, I'm still pissed they didn't cast an actual Indian to play Nisha in the live action J-Drama. Fuck that. >:(

I would not recommend reading this manga because it skims through the whole plot of the show/book. It's a bit abysmal because it feels like a load of fan service to me. However, you should definitely watch the show! This series definitely feels like Twin Peaks, unlike Diamond Is Unbreakable. The whole mystery around Jane's death reminds me of Laura Palmer. The chemistry between the two leads is also undeniable. Not to mention, the atmosphere is just -- chef's kiss.

GURLLLL, I WATCHED THIS AS AN ANIME IN JAPANESE AND ENGLISH AND I INSTANTLY FELL IN LOVE. Shirayuki and Zen are cute and all, but Shirayuki's job as an herbalist is so interesting. I wouldn't really use the term, cottagecore, to describe her lifestyle, but it's certainly similar to the aesthetic. Her character is also awesome and it feels like she's one of the few tolerable characters in the pop culture space -- at least for manga and anime. God bless this story, honestly.

The art is beautiful and adds onto the manga's emotional appeal. The way Kasumi's eyes sparkle is so beautiful. This manga reminds me a bit of those old Hollywood romances between two tragically different characters. (Spoilers: The manga has a happy ending. :D) It's so frustrating to me how Kasumi can't see beautiful things like the ocean. Despite lacking sight though, he is not a bitter person and is instead extremely sweet. His kindness and innocence has me bawling.

(Guuuuurl, I still can't get over how Kira looks like David Bowie. Not to mention Josuke looking like Prince.) This series reminds me of Twin Peaks and I know it's a stretch, but the whole small town mystery thingamajig is just giving David Lynch vibes. Perhaps I'm just mourning over Twin Peaks though because these days... everything feels like that show. Anyway, Part 4 is the superior part. I remember being so bored over Part 3 and then I saw Josuke and his bigass pomp.

This series is definitely more sensible than its predecessor. However, at least in my opinion, it's not as good as Hana Yori Dango. I know for a fact that if the C5 transferred to a western high school, they would be bullied relentlessly. Anyway, I thought Haruto and Oto's dynamic was adorable. I think I would've liked a platonic relationship between them. Also, Airi's pink hair on the cover is clickbait. >:(

I forgot why I liked this series, honestly. Recalling it now, it was definitely flawed in some places. The chemistry between the two leads was just bland. I thought the concept of seeing someone's finances was fascinating though. If the male lead was a Lupin-esque character, I would've loved this series even more. Anyway, this series has this melo vibe that a lot of K-Dramas have and it's kind of soothing.