Promise Cinderella

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Japanese: プロミス・シンデレラ

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Type: Manga

Volumes: 16

Chapters: 120

Status: Finished

Published: Jan 1, 2018 to Aug 1, 2022

Genres: Drama, Romance

Serialization: MangaONE

Authors: Tachibana, Oreco (Story & Art)

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Ranked: #2946²

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Popularity: #3199

Members: 6,413

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Hayame Katsuragi has never been afraid to call out the wrongdoing of others. If she sees someone being mistreated, she will intervene instead of feigning ignorance. Up until now, this way of doing things has never backfired on her. But when she confronts her cheating husband Masahiro about his affair, he does not beg for forgiveness like she thought he would—rather, he asks for a divorce.

Furious, Hayame leaves home with a single suitcase of her belongings. Carelessness leads to her being robbed and having to camp in a local park. There, she is pestered daily by a high school student she had previously witnessed bullying others. The apparently wealthy Issei Kataoka seems to take pleasure from making fools of people who covet his riches. After she refuses his money, Issei offers Hayame something even more valuable given her current situation: if she plays along with his games, at the cost of her pride, then she can live under his roof free of charge.

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Promise Cinderella has been published physically in English by Shogakukan Asia since September 2019. It has also been published digitally through Comikey since July 17, 2021.

A live-action Japanese drama adaptation has aired since July 13, 2021.

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Kataoka, Issei

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Katsuragi, Hayame

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Kataoka, Seigo

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Tenma

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Yamanoi, Sakura

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Saionji

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Megumi

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Setouchi, Marika

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Kokonoe, Mio

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Kataoka, Seiji

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Dec 21, 2022

Abyque

Recommended

It's been a while since I binged a manga in less than a day, and Promise Cinderella is now one of my favourites. The storyline grabbed me in from the first chapter, and I adore reading age gap manga, especially when the female lead is older.

Hayame Katsuragi, our female lead, is quite a bold type of character; she is a 27-year-old housewife living a happy life, but things turn kind of bad for her and she ends up being divorced and homeless. Living in a park, she is spotted by Issei, our male lead, who is 17 years old, whom she had once encountered on ...

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Apr 9, 2023

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An age gap comedy romance drama with a lot going on! FL is fun and refreshing; she's 27 years old with a strong sense of justice and will swing on anyone acting up. ML is 17, and a HUGE asshole in the beginning. Honestly considered dropping the series because of how awful the situation between FL and Ml was. His character development is pretty fast imo (thankfully), so it does get better. The side characters are really fun too! One big downside (other than the age gap and initial lack of chemistry) is that basically all of the arcs ...

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Jan 16, 2024

Deago

Not Recommended

Promise Cinderella presents an engaging yet problematic premise with its age gap romance at the forefront. The manga's strength lies in its ability to create well-rounded and relatable mature characters. Hayame Katsuragi, the 27-year-old protagonist, emerges as a resilient and courageous individual despite facing immense hardships. Her transformation from a housewife to a homeless divorcee adds depth to her character. Similarly, Issei, the 17-year-old male lead, starts as a spoiled rich boy but matures through his interactions with Hayame.

One of the central themes explored in Promise Cinderella revolves around individuals who have experienced failure in life and grapple with self-esteem issues, often leading to self-destructive ... tendencies. The manga delves into the psychological and emotional struggles faced by such individuals, emphasising their inclination to distance themselves from family and friends due to feelings of burden and guilt. They believe their mere existence would only bring harm to those close to them.

This theme finds resonance in the backgrounds of both Hayame and Issei, the two main characters of the manga; Hayame's father plays a crucial role in the manga by depicting his detachment from her, intensifying her emotional struggles and deepening her sense of inadequacy and self-doubt. Hayame's father is depicted as a key character in the story, who distanced himself from Hayame, his daughter. This poignant portrayal of the unfortunate parental disconnection emphasises the toll it takes on Hayame's self-esteem and emotional well-being, leading her to distance herself from others as well due to the absence of a nurturing and supportive father figure. Consequently, the manga delves into the profound impact that familial disconnection can have on an individual's life.

Amidst Hayame's initially content life as a 27-year-old housewife, circumstances take a drastic turn, resulting in her divorce and homelessness. The manga captures her descent into despair, vividly illustrating the self-destructive behavior she exhibits in response to her failures. Through Hayame's struggles, the series highlights the detrimental effects of failure on one's self-esteem. This exploration serves as a reminder of the challenges individuals face when confronted with personal setbacks and the toll it can take on their overall well-being.

Similarly, Issei, the 17-year-old male lead, comes from a privileged background as a spoiled rich boy. However, his experiences with Hayame and their shared hardships prompt him to confront his own issues of self-esteem and familial disconnection. Issei's mother, like Hayame's father, has distanced herself from him, adding to his emotional turmoil. Through the characters of Hayame and Issei, Promise Cinderella sheds light on the common struggles faced by individuals who have experienced parental figures distancing themselves, compounding their feelings of inadequacy and guilt.

Throughout the series, both Hayame and Issei undergo personal growth, gradually learning to confront their insecurities and re-establish connections with their loved ones. Their journeys serve as a poignant reminder that even in the face of failure and despair, it is possible to rebuild self-esteem and find solace through genuine human connections.

By exploring the theme of self-esteem and familial disconnection, Promise Cinderella offers a relatable portrayal of the struggles faced by individuals who feel burdened by their own existence. It encourages readers to reflect on the impact of their own actions and emotions, urging empathy and understanding for those who may be battling similar issues. This thematic exploration adds depth and emotional resonance to the narrative, making Promise Cinderella a thought-provoking manga that goes beyond a simple romantic dramedy.

However, the manga's narrative occasionally succumbs to unnecessary drama and an overabundance of antagonistic characters. This excess dilutes the story's realism and impact, stretching the boundaries of believability. While conflict is essential for driving the plot forward or generating tension, an excessive number of antagonists can hinder character development and overshadow the central themes. By introducing numerous villainous characters, the manga loses some of its authenticity and compromises its potential for a more nuanced exploration of interpersonal relationships.

The rushed ending of Promise Cinderella is a significant drawback. In the final volume, the author draws attention to unresolved problems, such as Hayame's strained relationship with her father, but fails to provide satisfactory resolutions. The conclusion feels like a cop-out, leaving readers hanging and relying on hope and wishful thinking for the characters' future. The final volume's brevity adds to the disappointment, suggesting that the manga may have been axed. As a result, the author resorts to time skips to tie up loose ends and deliver a rushed conclusion.

On a positive note, the visual aspect of Promise Cinderella is a notable highlight. The manga's artwork is vibrant, detailed, and the character designs were visually appealing. The illustrations effectively convey the characters' emotions, capturing their struggles and joys with finesse.

Promise Cinderella excels in crafting well-rounded characters, tackling social issues, and showcasing captivating artwork. The growth of Hayame and Issei throughout the series provides emotional depth, and their shared experiences resonate with readers on a profound level. However, the manga falters in its execution due to an excess of unnecessary drama and antagonistic characters. The rushed ending further diminishes the impact by leaving crucial plot points unresolved, relying on hope and wishful thinking rather than providing concrete resolutions. Additionally, the brevity of the final volume and the premature conclusion suggests a possible cancellation, resulting in a reliance on time skips. Despite these shortcomings, Promise Cinderella manages to be an above-average romantic dramedy, reminding readers of the importance of personal growth and human connections, while leaving room for improvement in its narrative execution.

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