If you liked the show “Karasu wa Aruji wo Erabanai“ releasing right now in the spring season 2024, then this manga is for you if you want to delve deeper For more context on what happens on the side of the princesses. Pretty much the events are connected beautifully, where this manga focuses on what happens in the Sakura Palace side, whilst the anime is showing some of it as well as the main focus which is on the prince Wakamiya and his personal attendant. To begin with, this is a must read, the overall narrative that happens in the Sakura palace between the women isengaging. I liked the chit-chat in this oeuvre. Although, historical dramas aren’t my forte but I’m confident that many people will enjoy it, the characters are fleshed out really well and you get sucked in immediately by the charm and seriousness of the plot.
There are a lot of amusing scenes like when the prince skips meetings with said princesses's that get them mad after getting duped by him whilst going elsewhere several times. At the same time the eventfulness in the palace is both exciting and memorable.

There are 4 princesses that compete against each other to be chosen by Prince Wakamiya. Said females will do anything to win him over. It is a slow burn series, that isn’t boring cause of the multitude of diverse personalities that clashes in a rich historical setting.

The art is gorgeous to look at, the backgrounds are vivid, and the execution is excellent which bring out the essence of human emotions really well. I liked the character designs a lot because of how much mature and expressive it looks. Additionally I personally loved the details done on the hair along with the facial expressions which is an artistic créme de la créme from my view point. Matsuzaki, Natsumi absolutely nailed it in my book.

The dialogues are not shallow nor dull, likewise This is a Compelling story that is character driven. Hence, it's what makes this work shine the most through its exquisite cast.

Read this manga it’s totally recommended!!
If you’re interested in a well done historical drama manga, In the same way that if you liked the anime “Karasu wa Aruji wo Erabanai“ you will adore it since Karasu ni Hitoe wa Niawanai adds a lot of details on the princesse’s part beside their goals which equates to more depth on the setting as well as substantial context to the events that are connected to the anime “Karasu wa Aruji wo Erabanai”.

This series is a hidden gem that deserves more attention imo.