![]() While the story and art focus more on the characters, there are some beautifully detailed backgrounds and scenes interspersed with the sparse ones that make up a majority of the story. Kakeru's forced smile can be painful, especially with how often Naho notices it and points it out to the reader. Naho's expressions are pure and really make the character come alive. Takano's illustrations are really authentic. ![]() The tension between Naho, Kakeru, and Suwa is palpable, and the suspense woven through the story keeps the pages turning. Takano's six main characters are so compelling, and each has an important and unique place in the storyline. I was sure I would have to break up the reading of this volume, but I actually devoured it in one sitting. While it is a time travel-y story with the letters making their way back to Naho, in essence, it's more about the interactions between the characters, and the value of living life to its fullest. ![]() The subject matter from the available synopses, and the sheer width of this volume, had me intimidated at first, but this series is worth the praise that has been heaped on it. This collected edition brings together volumes 1 and 2 of the original publication. ![]()
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