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Oltre le Onde: Shimanami Tasogare, Vol. 4 by Yuhki Kamatani

dkwaye's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful inspiring reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

rereader33's review against another edition

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5.0

This is a phenomenal ending to a thought-provoking series.

Ultimately, this volume covers the fear that one's sexuality can alter familial relations and the fear of being outed by an outside source. Both fears, in my opinion, were handled really well and were well-written. I'm sure some people will have a problem with how these fears are resolved, but I was genuinely happy with both resolutions. Something that this series did well throughout its run was show the daily struggles that people in the LGBTQ community face, and while these two fears have been present throughout the series, this volume was where they peaked. Again, I thought these fears were realistically portrayed and I thought the resolutions were handled well, but that's just my opinion.

While I wasn't invested in Someone-san's backstory (I never really grew to like her) I can completely understand her struggles with being asexual and how people can't wrap their heads around it. I did enjoy her commentary on labels and how they can do more harm than good for certain people.

I loved seeing Tasuku and Misora become friends again, I honestly missed Misora and it was great seeing Tasuku grow as a person and properly apologize for his actions. Tasuku grew so much in such a short series, but it never felt rushed or forced. I'm so proud of how far he's come and the support her received from everyone. Speaking of, Saki and Haru's wedding was gorgeous it nearly made me cry.

That's about all I want to say. I definitely recommend this series and am hoping more people can experience it for themselves. An amazing series that's definitely worth your time.

sophiess292599's review against another edition

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5.0

4.5 ⭐️

greenleafbooks's review against another edition

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5.0

Ugh! Why did this series have to end

icaruss_silly's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful lighthearted relaxing fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

morgan101's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful inspiring medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.25

jaepeach's review against another edition

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4.0

Fav volume so far

misamai's review against another edition

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5.0

Crying. Tears. What a beautiful story. 

jenniferip's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful inspiring reflective relaxing fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

thehappybookwyrm's review against another edition

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hopeful reflective
I honestly believe there is something magical about this manga series. I don't mean actual magic or magical in 'oh so wonderful and whimsy', but that I always somehow end up coming back to this manga when it's themes are a needed reminder or advice for a personal situation I'm currently experiencing-or an answer to a problem weighing on my mind.

This volume is about choosing to love someone unconditionally for a lifetime, despite everything seemingly being against your love or the possibility of the relationship being a tough road to pursue.
It's about confronting your feelings, being brave, choosing your happiness despite what the world says, and being honest/upfront with yourself. The scene where Tsubaki-kun tells Tasu-kun that he's brave and wishes to be more like him really stood out to me.
Also pages 172-177 are simply so beautiful. the art is gorgeous and the entire message in that scene tear moving.
Your hand's cold, but you're stull warm. And that's enough. With you that's enough for me