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“Post-Zetsuai sequel: soccer prodigy Izumi and rock star Koji test love against career ambitions and distance.”
Bronze: Zetsuai Since 1989
BRONZE zetsuai since 1989
7.52
1,855 readers · 57 favorites
Shoujo
Psychological
Boys Love
Drama
Erotica
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Synopsis
Post-Zetsuai sequel: soccer prodigy Izumi and rock star Koji test love against career ambitions and distance.
The story picks up after Zetsuai 1989, following Koji and Izumi as they navigate life as a couple. Izumi pursues his passion for soccer, leading him to consider opportunities abroad, while Koji continues his career as a famous rock star. Their relationship faces new challenges as they confront the complexities of love, ambition, and the pressures of their respective careers. Will their bond withstand the trials that lie ahead?
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Community consensus
Derived from 5 sampled reviews
8.6
/10
What 5 readers settled on.
80%
recommend
Score distribution
median 10
mode 10
σ 2.80
Agreement
Polarized
σ 2.80 · split reception
The polarity gap
7.0 pts
Recommenders 10.0 · others 3.0
Yes
No
Score over time
↓ 1.40
Running avg · Apr 2008 → Dec 2021
Snap verdicts
· shortest highly-rated reviews
- 10 “Bronze is an absolute masterpiece that stands unmatched in its tragic, desperate portrayal of love and raw emotional intensity. While other manga may technically surpass it in art and story...”
- 10 “Bronze is an unparalleled emotional experience that masterfully captures a beautiful, tragic, and deeply passionate struggle between love and obsession. Unfortunately, the series is hindered by a...”
- 10 “Bronze is an enchanting and deeply moving work that stands out for its incredibly human, non-stereotypical characters and its ability to grip the reader with raw, visceral emotions. While the story...”
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Short · 100%
Medium · 0%
Long · 0%
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A Manga Publication
- Format 14 vol ch × vol
- Published Jan 1992 – Mar 2006
- Source Manga media type
- Ref. BS-M1383 catalog