This was my first introduction to the Harem genre and it made me really hate it.
It is a really good story, diluted and sandwiched by a lot of filler. The two main characters, Kaoru and Aoi, are so lovely and their story and interactions always makes me smile. But then some of the other characters jump in and ruin it. Mind you, some are good, fun characters but this genre works better for boys, I think.
I think the error here was that the story may have been made with that audience (Seinen) in mind but it was very popular with girls. And I hated when nonsense pulled the main pair apart.
But the overall story was really great: Kaoru's background story, Aoi's devotion, their interactions, how thoughtful and grown up they are with each other. They were ready to commit to each other early on and I looked forward to their lives together...
This was my first introduction to the Harem genre and it made me really hate it.
It is a really good story, diluted and sandwiched by a lot of filler. The two main characters, Kaoru and Aoi, are so lovely and their story and interactions always makes me smile. But then some of the other characters jump in and ruin it. Mind you, some are good, fun characters but this genre works better for boys, I think.
I think the error here was that the story may have been made with that audience (Seinen) in mind but it was very popular with girls. And I hated when nonsense pulled the main pair apart.
But the overall story was really great: Kaoru's background story, Aoi's devotion, their interactions, how thoughtful and grown up they are with each other. They were ready to commit to each other early on and I looked forward to their lives together...
For that alone, the story is great.