Penguin☆Brothers

Story:
10/10, without a doubt. The originality is remarkable, especially with the unique twist of different colored uniforms that makes it incredibly catchy! Once you dive in, you're hooked like a fish on a line, unable to escape unless you tear yourself away. If you pause mid-series for sleep or any other reason, you'll find yourself craving to continue as soon as possible.
This shoujo manga stands out because it's the boys who fall for the girl, not the other way around. Art:
The art style is very much "shoujo." While the exaggerated eyes and wide faces can be somewhat annoying, it’s nothing too bothersome. The occasional appearance of mini-characters was absolutely adorable. ^^ There's not much more to say about the art; it fits the genre well. Characters:
Here we have a shoujo manga where the main female character isn't interested in having a boyfriend—that's quite rare. "Piyoko" is a strong-willed girl determined to turn the entire school grey while uncovering Isshiki's true feelings. Her motivation isn't romantic interest but pure curiosity.
Isshiki, on the other hand, is a germaphobe who comes off as rather detestable. Even after his explanations, I found him annoying and selfish.
Nishizaki is your typical bully—handsome, strong, and straightforward.
Tetsuta brings life and joy to the story. He steals Hina's first kiss, gives her a nickname, and falls in love with her. His originality keeps the plot moving forward. Overall:
A funny, unique, and highly addictive manga that every shoujo fan should read.

This manga is ideal for readers who enjoy tales of friendship. If you're looking for romance, this isn't the right choice as there's very little of it in this story.

The narrative revolves around Hina and her past experiences. As the plot unfolds, Hina gradually recovers her memories from earlier times. Along the way, she makes new friends and allies.

The artwork is commendable; Hina's character design improves significantly as the manga progresses. However, the male characters' appearances are quite similar, with only slight differences in hair shading, especially noticeable among the two leaders.

Regarding enjoyment, I'd give it a perfect score in this aspect. It's a shoujo manga that successfully blends comedy and action elements.

*I recommend giving this a read—it's a compelling story.*

I rated it an 8 because it is incredibly enjoyable and emotional, to the point where I cried a lot while reading. However, I can't give it a perfect 10 since it contains elements common in many other shoujo manga—a girl who attracts numerous admirers due to her strength and determination to make a difference. Personally, I believe this manga is vastly underrated. It stands out as one of the darker entries in the genre and deserves more recognition from the public.

This was absolutely delightful.

Story - A girl joins a new school where there are "teams": the whites and blacks, seemingly at odds with each other. She makes it her mission to change this dynamic and in doing so, wins over a diverse cast of characters. It's a familiar storyline but one that always brings me joy!

Art - The artwork was decent. I did have some difficulty distinguishing between a few of the blonde boys, which was disappointing. Otherwise, it was clear and the expressions were excellently portrayed.

Characters - For such a short series (5 volumes), the character development was impressive. There are 4 main characters and at least 5 minor ones, all distinctly drawn. Regarding character depth and art quality, see above; I really wished to learn more about the uncle!

Enjoyment/Overall

I truly enjoyed this story! It is both sweet and funny, with moments of drama and unexpected twists. Its re-read potential is high as it leaves you feeling good. Although I wished for a romantic resolution by the end, the conclusion does fit the narrative well.