Just in Time

When is the  book 2 coming out l can't wait to hear about the zeke ex

In short, Kirai is a fairly decent manga if you're looking for a mature romance that isn't overly smutty (though sex does play a significant role).  

The plot is quite basic: a playboy who struggles with love and trust, and a strict, tsundere-like girl who despises him. Over time, they fall in love. Oh, and their parents remarried each other. Nothing particularly groundbreaking here. However, the story does continue into college, which I consider a plus since it's not as common and adds a more mature and realistic tone to the narrative.  

The art style is somewhat lacking—it’s definitely an older style, which I can tolerate—but the proportions, anatomy, and expressions aren't always well-executed, sometimes making the characters appear awkward.  

As for the characters, they're serviceable but not exceptional or especially endearing. None of them stood out to me, nor did I develop any particular favorites, which might actually be fitting for this type of manga. Both main characters have flaws; Hanada's actions at the start and Sakura's reaction to them set off much of the drama in the second half (I'll keep it vague to avoid spoilers). Without favoring either, I could empathize with both objectively. That said, some themes and concepts feel outdated. While somewhat understandable given the era in which it was created, that doesn't excuse certain issues. For instance, one conflict involving Sakura is resolved in a comedic manner despite its seriousness. Additionally, Hanada is inconsistent—my primary issue with him is that he doesn't hold Sakura to the same standards he expects for himself. He feels entitled to behave a certain way while holding others to stricter rules, and he shows no remorse for his past actions toward the girls he hurt, even if their feelings were superficial. It seems like he believes he has the right to hurt others but not vice versa.  

Overall, I enjoyed it enough. I'd recommend it if you're interested in mature romance, but I wouldn't rank it above other similar works.

I began reading this series several months ago when only 39 of the 41 chapters were available. I revisited it a couple of days ago after a new chapter was released. Now, I'm eagerly waiting for the final chapter to wrap up the story.  

This manga is truly enjoyable. The main characters have great chemistry, and I appreciate how the plot unfolds. It's a quick read, yet engaging enough that I felt compelled to reread the entire series after finishing the latest chapter. I'll definitely reread it again once the final chapter is out—it's just that good and incredibly sweet!  

I don't usually write reviews, but I decided to share my thoughts since there aren't any others. I highly recommend this series to anyone who enjoys shojo manga that isn't overly saccharine. It has a solid plot and direction. The characters aren't unnecessarily dramatic or unpleasant just for the sake of conflict. The female lead is strong without being obnoxious. As an older series, the artwork may not be state-of-the-art, but the story feels grounded and well-developed. While some archetypes are still present, they're less pronounced compared to other works.  

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The initial portion of Kirai aligns closely with typical shoujo fare, albeit a notch above average in quality. However, it takes an unforeseen twist that elevates it to a far more original and mature manga, albeit one that can be challenging to digest at times.

A disciplined girl encounters a playboy who distrusts women but has no qualms about sleeping with them. They become step-siblings, prompting her to attempt reforming his ways. Gradually, they fall for each other. If you've delved into much shoujo or josei literature, this storyline likely sounds familiar. Kirai serves as a commendable example within this genre, though for the first 30 chapters or so, it doesn't stray too far from convention.

Then, during the final ten chapters, the narrative pivots intriguingly and unpredictably. Again, I'll avoid spoilers, but an unexpected occurrence coupled with a minor time leap transforms this enjoyable yet unremarkable manga into something significantly more fascinating, mature, and gripping... albeit occasionally tougher to engage with.

A couple of caveats: some sexual concepts presented are quite archaic, especially concerning sexual assault and consent. (For the record, engaging in sex with someone so intoxicated they're nearly unconscious constitutes rape, not infidelity.) Additionally, the artwork appears dated; the manga was published from the late '90s to the early 2000s, and even then, its style seemed somewhat old-fashioned. The art isn't poor (though the handsome lead can sometimes appear comically styled); it's simply vintage.

In essence, this manga revolves around learning to trust those you love, exploring this theme with considerable depth. It may commence as a clichéd "bad boy meets virgin" shoujo tale, but it concludes as one of the more reflective and dramatic shoujo romances I've encountered.

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Interesting ......

So... rank 8, huh?
*Sees summary*
Wtf are those? D*mn girl, the hell are you doing?
Nuh uh, this isn't for me =͟͟͞͞ =͟͟͞͞ ﾍ ( ´ Д `)ﾉ

I feel is yin xun is too reckless..investment investment investment data her only problem...she’s now rich but still acts like the poor person she is in her former world