I Am A Masochist

<p>This is definitely another amazing manga! This one didn't have much of a twist, but it was still extraordinarily great!</p>

If you're searching for a shoujo manga where the guy is the epitome of cool, rich, popular, handsome, and prince-like, and the girl finds herself in a harem situation with a dramatic love rival adding flair to the story, complete with a protagonist burdened by a traumatic past, heart-touching dramatic scenes, and climax chapters that leave your heart racing with excitement, then this manga isn't what you're looking for.

This is a simple love story about an average boy and an average girl experiencing love for the first time, accompanied by a host of silly and occasionally troublesome side characters along the way.

Yuuki may be small, but he's incredibly strong and manly. His determination despite his size makes him more endearing than cool—he's so adorable that it's no surprise the other characters love teasing him. Miki, on the other hand, fits the typical shoujo manga mold: often harassed, needing rescuing, and prone to tears, yet she can be fiercely independent when necessary. Her unwavering dedication to Yuuki leads to some funny mishaps. The soccer club members all like her, though not romantically—for the most part. A few do harbor romantic feelings, but they never interfere with the couple's path, which I appreciate because their relationship is sweet, innocent, clumsy, and light-hearted, making a love rival feel out of place.

What I love about this manga? Everything! All the characters are lovable, the seniors are hilarious, and there are countless scenes that will make you laugh and fall in love with the characters. The ending is also satisfying.

I would recommend this to anyone seeking a shoujo manga without a complex plot or over-the-top twists but still offers a delightful and enjoyable love story.

This manga is incredibly straightforward. There's no drama, no clichés, no harems, and no inept protagonist. Don't expect any wild events. This is a pleasant, laid-back romance, so if you're searching for a simple, adorable romantic comedy, this fits the bill perfectly.  

Additionally, the humor is entertaining. The main characters form a lovely couple. Their love is sweet, and you can't help but root for them. However, most of the characters lack distinct personalities—I barely recall many of them. Even the main characters are somewhat underdeveloped. There's no backstory, the characters largely remain unchanged throughout the series, and it skips over significant periods of time. This manga focuses on the key moments of their relationship rather than detailing every single day of their lives as other romances might.  

My final critique is that it's quite brief. I would have enjoyed it even more if it were 20 chapters longer. My earlier complaints stem from its brevity. That said, its simplicity is one of its strengths. If you're in the mood for a charming, heartwarming romance about ordinary people, this is definitely worth reading.

This manga is similar to Moe Kare, yet the story, art, characters, and enjoyment it offers are exceptional. I absolutely adored this manga. Sagara and Miki form the best couple in Get Love. I highly recommend everyone read Get Love. I assure you, you won't regret picking up this manga; once you start reading it, you'll fall in love with it. If you enjoy manga genres like comedy, drama, ecchi, romance, shoujo, and sports, then this manga is perfect for you. Sagara Yuki is a high school student who happens to be shorter than all the other guys in his class. Moriyama Miki is the girl who admires him despite his small stature. Follow the adventures and the romance between Sagara and Moriyama as they grow closer and overcome the challenges to their love! Was soccer mentioned?  

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This is Ikeyamada Go's first work, and it really shows in both the drawings and the storytelling of this manga. A good example of this is found in the 4th and 5th chapters, where the panels are incredibly confusing to follow, and the author struggled to come up with a clever way to conclude the 5th chapter. However, I absolutely loved the 3rd and 19th chapters.  

That said, these minor issues didn't significantly impact my overall experience. There are plenty of other reasons why I rated this manga so low.  

I enjoy soccer/football, love romance, and appreciate high school stories. Even though I'm almost 30, these themes still resonate with me. However, the short stories in each chapter became repetitive very quickly, and even the "funny moments" failed to make me laugh much. Neither of the main characters showed any development either. But what I truly detested about Get Love!! was its glorification of sexual violence and toxic relationships.  

In Get Love!!, it's portrayed as normal and acceptable for any man to force himself on a woman without her consent. It's also considered normal to pressure or prevent your partner from wearing what she wants in public because heaven forbid if she looks cute in public. Additionally, it's seen as acceptable to bet someone else's body in a wager, and to punish those who defend victims by stopping potential rapes.  

There are countless examples where sexism, sexual violence, harassment, and abuse are depicted in ways that romanticize these utterly repulsive and unforgivable behaviors. The mangaka was aware that elementary school children read this manga, yet she didn't use it as an opportunity to teach young boys and girls about respect and equality.  

Honestly, I cannot recommend this to anyone. While I can handle and enjoy violent manga with gore and other shocking themes, promoting toxic behaviors under the guise of a "lovey-dovey" story is something I cannot condone.  

For me, it's a 5/10.

The cover has a very shoujo-manga vibe. At first glance, people might assume it's all about high school, teenage romance, sports, and everything that comes with it. "Get Love!!" is an intriguing work. While it does include high school, love, and soccer, Ikeyamada Go adds a special something to the mix.<br />
Note: Sports isn't the central theme of the manga but rather a component of it. Readers without soccer knowledge, like myself, should still be able to follow along easily.<br /><br />

The story takes place in a typical Japanese high school, which features various clubs, including the soccer club. There are many female students cheering and fangirling over the attractive soccer team members, especially the captain, Saki. Miki Moriyama is an ordinary student who doesn't understand why her friends are so crazy about Saki. That changes on a fateful day when, during the team's practice, one boy catches her attention. Sagara Yuuki is the shortest member of the team (he looks like a middle schooler), but he uses this to his advantage, proving to be faster and more agile. Overall, he's a promising figure, playing with all his spirit. Sagara Yuuki leaves a lasting impression on Miki Moriyama, and when they meet again at the infirmary, the wheels of destiny begin to turn.<br /><br />

They were once described in the manga as a "stupid couple," and I think it fits them perfectly. Their love is incredibly cute and clumsy at all times. Miki Moriyama finds herself in situations (common in shoujo stories) where other boys hit on her or even sexually harass her, but the outcomes are always surprising. I'm not particularly fond of shota, and I initially thought this manga would lean that way, but it doesn't. His short stature (even shorter than the girl) just highlights his determination and courage, and while he's cute, he becomes "manlier" for her.<br /><br />

The artwork isn't exceptional, but it remains beautiful and captivating during the most important moments. I have to admit, at one point, I stopped trying to distinguish all the team members since they mostly look alike. As for the storyline, it's easy to follow, with two (cute and funny) one-shots included in the middle.<br /><br />

Overall, "Get Love!!" is an interesting, cute, and refreshing manga. I really enjoy it (though I haven't finished reading yet), and I found myself smiling alone in front of my PC's screen because of its sweet moments.

Story (9) - I believed the narrative was exceptional. There was no sense of rush, and everything felt complete. The simple romance was delightful, with authentic emotions shared by the main couple. Given that I haven't explored much manga that steers clear of love triangles or harem dynamics, it was a pleasant and innovative experience. The sports element enriched the plot, adding more depth. Since I appreciate sports themes, blending them with comedy and romance was quite enjoyable.  

Art (7) - The artwork was decent but didn't leave a lasting impression; nonetheless, it was still engaging.  

Characters (10) - All characters were remarkable. The main couple's traits occasionally took me by surprise in a positive way. The supporting characters, especially the senpais, were hilarious and added flavor to the story.  

Overall, my enjoyment of this manga is a 10. I would certainly revisit it and recommend it to anyone seeking humor, romance, and sports elements.  

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loving all 3 books