I remember reading this story 3-4 years ago, and loving it. At that point it had no reviews. And the rating was also low. Then I saw it again today.....still low rating. I cannot understand how this beautiful manga is so underrated. I read the story again and believe me it is GOOD. This is a coming of age story about 2 kids who want to draw manga. What makes a good mangaka? Good storywriting, drawing, and good taste. One more thing....good character. That is the theme shown here. In order to make a good manga you need to fill it with passion, which comes withlife experiences.

Story. 8/10
The plot is relatively simple. Sakai is the son of a famous mangaka, and he feels doubtful of his own existence. He feels insignificant compared to his father. And he likes to write stories. He acts rudely towards his father, projecting his own inadequacies over him.
Later we see him grow into a much kinder and mature person.
Tetsuo’s father left his mom to pursue a career in manga. Tetsuo loves drawing manga. So now, should he keep drawing the stuff that broke his family?
His mom wants him to be a doctor.

Art. 7/10
Characters are drawn well, a more bold art style than in most manga.

Characters. 8/10
Coming of age, character growth is seen here for Tetsuo, Sakai, and Kumiko. They grow from spoiled, uncertain, directionless brats to mature adults in these 18chapters.

Actually I have a BIG PROBLEM with this manga. Everyone in this story seems to devote their life to creating the perfect manga, and they prioritise that over their family and loved ones. They see drawing manga as a world saving act, as if nothing else matters. Workaholism is promoted a lot over here.
It’s like, if you are my son you’ll be a good mangaka. Both our main characters have daddy issues. They resent their fathers and want to be more like them. And in the end they almost succeed. But was it all worth it?

Overall. 8/10
I really had fun reading this story. Short and deep read. It is an intense manga that shows people’s dedication to their art. The ending is good too.

I would recommend you to read this is you like a deep Dramatic coming of age stories, some romance and lots of character development. This is dialog heavy.

Not recommended if you want sweet romance, action or a light read.

Thank you for reading!