A review by alexutzu
Shiver: Junji Ito Selected Stories by Junji Ito

dark mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? N/A
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.5

Probably one of the best Junji Ito anthologies, in my opinion (I have read most of them). As usual, some stories were better, some others were more disturbing. None of them was really bad though. I really liked having the author's comments and sketches included as it allows to observe the thought process behind the manga.

Some of my favourites from this book were "Used Record", "Hanging Blimp" (included in the anime adaptation), "Marionette Mansion", "Greased". The volume also contains a story related to the "Tomie" series ("Painter").
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