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Rion had a traumatic experience as a child when she accidentally stumbled upon an adult film, which left her horrified and convinced that all men are devils. Her fear is exacerbated by her father, who is the worst of them all. Due to his actions, Rion is forced to choose one fiancé from among three different men. Now, faced with three impatient grooms, Rion must overcome her fear to uncover her father's hidden agenda and escape her impending wedding.
(Source: Go Comi)
Tenshi no Naka ni Akuma Ari was published in English as The Devil Within by Go! Comi from August 1 to November 7, 2007.
Love the artwork, without a doubt. The characters are quintessential shojo manga types in my view. All the male figures are bishonen, of course. There's the pervert, the tsundere, the prince, and the emo. The main female character is a beautiful 15-year-old girl deeply in love, though her taste in guys baffles even her friends.
The story began brilliantly, filled with the kind of surprises that shojo manga fans adore. However, as it reaches its climax... it halts abruptly. The manga concludes... just like that. *heartbroken*
I was utterly stunned by how it ended. I won't reveal any spoilers, but if you're looking for an engaging story with fantastic art, intriguing characters, and some laughs, this manga fits the bill. Yet, it's short-lived, so be ready to feel either disappointed or shocked. (I certainly was... definitely shocked. This is also my first review. I feel somewhat empty inside... and I finished reading the manga just an hour ago.)
I read it a long time ago, and it was so funny that I couldn't stop laughing. It's not your typical shoujo manga; the main girl has a thing for younger boys and is afraid of mature men. The guy she likes appears to be a kid (*spoiler* he's actually an adult trapped in a child's body by some curse or something, can't quite remember). The plot is straightforward, and the artwork could use some improvement, but this manga shines as a comedy! It's similar to Okome-chan but feels more grounded. Sure, there are some clichés here and there, but it was worth it for me! After reading the first volume, I was desperate to get my hands on the second one. Even though the ending was somewhat open-ended, you can still tell who she ends up with. This kind of ending seems pretty typical for this author.
I recall enjoying the first volume, but by the time the second one was released, I had completely forgotten what had transpired. The series concluded abruptly in the middle. Although I don't believe it was the author's fault, it was likely due to economic reasons. Overall, I don't think it's even worth reading.
The storyline of this manga is humorous and engaging. Rion shares intimate moments with each character, offering glimpses into her past. The arranged marriage isn't the only twist in store for her. Predicting the next events isn't difficult, but witnessing her battle against her father, three prospective husbands, and her disdainful treatment of men as the ultimate evil creatures can be quite captivating.
The artwork is decent, not particularly striking, but there are no significant complaints about it. As for the characters, they are fairly simple and unremarkable. It's challenging to form a deep attachment since readers don't get to know them well. However, they are easy to like or dislike, which is preferable to feeling indifferent towards them.
The weakest aspect of this manga is its ending. It abruptly halts mid-action, almost as if the author expects readers to imagine the rest, leaving numerous questions unanswered.
"The Devil Within" is a brief, straightforward manga ideal for passing time. It’s not essential reading, but giving it a try won’t hurt—unless you intensely dislike unresolved endings. Personally, I believe it could have been more substantial if the story continued.