One late-night run changed Aila’s life forever after getting caught up in a battle between werewolves and hunters. She is suddenly kidnapped by said hunters and finds out secrets about her past and her future as she embarks on a journey to find out who or what she truly is.
Issues arise one after the other when she finally escapes the hunters grasp, only to be taken in by the ferocious Alpha of the Silver Crescent Pack. Unlike most who fear him, Aila challenges his authority every step of the way as she learns more about herself and the dominant, possessive Alpha who tries to claim her. Will heads collide in a battle of will, or can they work together and help keep the hidden world of creatures safe from the hunters?
Join Aila on her journey of rediscovery, love, laugh and cry along with her on this action-packed, steamy romance novel.
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Gold Tier Winner in #161 Writing Prompt Contest - Shapeshifters.
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*** SNEAK PEAK ***
[ MATURE CONTENT ]
"Eyes up here, Aila." He snapped; his harsh voice made her look into his eyes, and she was immediately trapped under his stone-cold gaze. She couldn't move her eyes away from his as he stepped closer to her, his movements slow as though he was ready to pounce on her, his prey. Without thinking, she stood up from her position, prepared to bolt, but he grabbed her and pinned her hands against the bed.
He moved his knee forwards, parting her legs that resisted only for a second before allowing his knee entry. He pushed it slowly into the spot between her thighs, making her gasp from the sudden contact.
"Do you like disobeying me, Aila?" He growled; Aila was confused for a moment until she remembered how easily she defied his commands. Was he really still angry from earlier? But when she searched his face for an answer, she soon found it. He was definitely mad from earlier.
"To be quite honest, I do. It puts you in your place," Aila smirked when she met his blazing eyes. He brought his face down closer to hers, the pressure from his knee in between her legs increased, making her bite her bottom lip.
"Wrong answer," He growled before biting her lip apart from her teeth.
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*DISCLAIMER*
MATURE CONTENT:
Graphic Violence
Strong Language
Sexual Content
Abuse
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It's not merely a simple love triangle or even a square; it's more like a full-blown tournament bracket!
The series introduces numerous characters in the manga, further complicating the already tangled relationships among the main characters. Unfortunately, the anime adaptation fell short by omitting and altering crucial content.
This is a masterfully written romance, but it's not for those seeking something heartwarming. The author skillfully portrays a sense of despair while still leaving a sliver of hope to hold onto. Consequently, I didn't anticipate a flawless ending—something I had resigned myself to dreaming about.
Yeah, this is my review of the anime, though I'm just jotting it down here.
In all honesty, I'm giving this a 10/10. I don't even know what genre this falls under, but I loved it. When the characters grow and evolve throughout the story, it reminded me of other greats like "Kokoro Connect" and "Darling in the Franxx" (though it's been a while since I re-watched those). BUT, I DID HAVE ONE ISSUE: Shinako. Her character didn't sit well with me throughout the whole story, but I won't spoil anything for you guys ;)
READ THE MANGA. IT'S GOOD. (Not sure if I'll watch the anime though...)
This manga had me crying by the end, which is something all great stories should do. And it made me want to write a review, so here we are :)
This isn't your typical manga designed for lighthearted entertainment, primarily aimed at kids and teenagers. Instead, it resembles an extended, serious novel intended to stir the emotions of adult readers—by narrating the journey of several characters as they mature into adulthood. That's quite an undertaking, and I suspect Toume Kei accepted this challenge partly because she was confident her artistic abilities were robust enough to portray characters realistically and maintain reader engagement. The fact that the manga ran in Japan from 1997 until 2015 indicates she succeeded in this regard.
The plot can be summarized as a love quadrangle. There are two young men and two young women, freshly stepping into life post-school, and we follow them as they grapple with who will end up with whom and what career paths they'll pursue. It's no easy feat for them, and even more so for us initially, since none of them appear to understand much about the opposite sex, and naturally, we know nothing about them either.
Much unfolds, and eventually, the pairings are determined. In the process of reaching this resolution, the characters gain significant insights about the opposite sex, themselves, and each other, taking us, the readers, on a prolonged, suspenseful rollercoaster ride. The story is deceptively simple.
However, the characters are anything but. They are complex and resolute individuals, making them highly intriguing and often enigmatic. Why is she acting this way? Why is he so clueless? And so forth. It mirrors real life, where you can never fully grasp the people you know and care about. This is the core greatness of the story—it utilizes manga to tell a wholly realistic narrative and does so effectively.
In brief, this is an exceptionally realistic portrayal of earnest young Japanese individuals navigating the most pivotal early phase of their lives, making it a thoroughly captivating read.
Regarding the characters, they aren't immediately likable at first glance, but they do grow on you—except for Shinako. She never really does, though. Nah, I'm kidding; there was a moment midway through the story where she shines, but it's fleeting, and her ending does leave a sour taste. Nevertheless, Haru is delightful to follow, Yuzuhara and Rikuo are engaging as well (Rikuo being much less emotionless compared to his anime counterpart), and every side character leaves a lasting impression.
The character the anime does the most disservice to is Ruo. In the anime, he comes across as a one-note character infatuated with Shinako. However, in the manga, we see a brat with a genuinely rich and complex personality.
Finally (spoilers ahead):
The ending arc was tough to get through—not because it was objectively bad, but because it was heavily centered around love, with almost every relationship revolving around someone pursuing another who doesn't reciprocate, yet still persisting until it works out. It's not that I dislike this trope, but having every relationship play out this way becomes tiresome: Rikuo and Shinako, Haru and Rikuo, Anamiya and Haru, Rou and Shinako (the worst by far), Rou's friend and the girl who assaults people for no reason, the photographer and Haru's boss. EVERY SINGLE ONE.
Moreover, Shinako and Rou's romance feels distasteful and unjustified within the context of the story. It seems like a contrived way to facilitate a mutual breakup between Rikuo and Shinako. It makes no sense and rewards Rou for actions he shouldn't be rewarded for. That said, Rikuo and Haru's relationship remains awesome.
Not bad, but the story features only about 3 distinct settings: a store, a restaurant, and the exterior of apartment buildings.
Story
It centers on a love triangle that expands into additional romantic subplots for each member involved. It also touches on career development, though this aspect mainly affects one character. Despite being the protagonist, you spend so much time with the other characters that the career element feels underrepresented.
Art
Solid. The art is good, particularly effective in conveying emotions and subtle nuances.
Enjoyment
Very enjoyable; I binged it, but it wasn’t extraordinary.
Fluff
Oh wow, they want me to stretch this review out longer? The manga didn’t inspire me to write much more, so I’m not sure what else to say. On a random note, who actually loves soup? Don’t get me wrong—I enjoy certain soups—but pass on that Campbell’s stuff. It’s strange to me that it doesn’t require refrigeration. How does it preserve meat and vegetables without them turning soggy? When I make soup at home, my carrots practically dissolve into mush.
The plot itself isn't particularly outstanding; it's more like a narration of the everyday lives of the main characters. Yet, it captures intricate details, and the nuances in conversations can be deeply satisfying. The artwork could be improved, occasionally lacking consistency or proportion in the characters. But this apparent lack of fluidity somehow enhances its charm. Additionally, it's quite detailed. The characters are undoubtedly the manga's strongest asset. It's easy to form an attachment to the main character, Rikuo, or the peculiar girl with a pet raven perched on her shoulder.
I believe this manga comes much closer to reality when portraying romance or the daily life of an average person. Romance, much like life in its purest form, is complex and far removed from the fantasies and imaginings we've been led to hope for. It rarely unfolds as expected. While this story might not be the most extraordinary, it will linger in your mind for a long time.
Let's hope the author continues this beautiful story for a while longer.
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