I had this series on my "to read" list for years because it seemed intriguing, but I was sadly disappointed. Variante's plot is rather complicated, and while the explanation of how everything unfolded was passable, the reasoning behind it all made no sense. It felt like the plot was hastily constructed in the last three chapters and left much confusion. Most characters were quite unremarkable, with only the main female and male leads standing out. The primary reason for my low rating is the ending—it was simply awful, offering no resolution or closure, just a void. I can't recommend this at all.<p>
I discovered this intriguing series earlier today while exploring someone's profile. They mentioned that it brought them to tears, so I decided to give it a try. Surprisingly, I ended up reading the entire series in one sitting, which is quite rare for me since I usually lose interest and jump to something else. To me, the story wasn't particularly original—it felt like a mix of Deadman Wonderland, Elfen Lied, Tokyo Gore Police, and V for Vendetta. There was plenty of blood, gore, traumatic backstories, and crying female protagonists.
However, I really admired Aiko's character. She seemed like an ordinary sixteen-year-old girl striving to make everyone she loves happy, only to be devastated when she returns home to find her parents murdered. It's implied that she was killed too, but she resurrects with a genetically mutated left arm. Her reaction felt genuine and relatable to me, giving her character a realistic touch. But Soudo was absolutely fantastic. He was the first male lead I've encountered who wasn't drowning in angst or refusing to express emotions. Although I'm not sure of his exact age (I'd guess around twenty-four), he was a police detective who genuinely cared about the people he protected. He had a soft spot for Aiko because she reminded him of another girl he tried to save who also underwent experiments. Overall, he was incredible. The plot took an unexpected turn towards the end, adding depth to the story. To say the least, I nearly teared up, which is unusual for me. It takes a lot for a fictional series to make me cry (Fruits Basket doesn't count! lol).
If you enjoy blood and female-driven emotional stories, this series is perfect for you. It does get quite graphic at times, so if you're easily queasy, it might not be suitable. Nevertheless, it's a great read for an afternoon.
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However, I really admired Aiko's character. She seemed like an ordinary sixteen-year-old girl striving to make everyone she loves happy, only to be devastated when she returns home to find her parents murdered. It's implied that she was killed too, but she resurrects with a genetically mutated left arm. Her reaction felt genuine and relatable to me, giving her character a realistic touch. But Soudo was absolutely fantastic. He was the first male lead I've encountered who wasn't drowning in angst or refusing to express emotions. Although I'm not sure of his exact age (I'd guess around twenty-four), he was a police detective who genuinely cared about the people he protected. He had a soft spot for Aiko because she reminded him of another girl he tried to save who also underwent experiments. Overall, he was incredible. The plot took an unexpected turn towards the end, adding depth to the story. To say the least, I nearly teared up, which is unusual for me. It takes a lot for a fictional series to make me cry (Fruits Basket doesn't count! lol).
If you enjoy blood and female-driven emotional stories, this series is perfect for you. It does get quite graphic at times, so if you're easily queasy, it might not be suitable. Nevertheless, it's a great read for an afternoon.
9/10
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