When you read this manga, please read it like a literature or a novel. To take the most out of this book, this near masterpiece, readers must take this manga slow and absorb it little by little. By the end, you would wonder where your time has gone and when upcoming chapters are going to be updated.
Two words I like about this manga: "Blatantly Truthful". Not only does this manga realistically portray the society and life, but also shows how Hibiki acts, which is the real reason I find this manga piece attractive.
Story: 10
This mangaka is definitely well educated and well read. In order to write and draw piece about the theme of "novelist" or "writing industry", the mangaka must have a ton of research/resources to pave out the background and help the story progress. Along the way, the mangaka must make sure the story flows smoothly while adding some pieces and slices of life to create some surprising plot twist or climax. This mangaka has done all that.
Art: 8
Honestly, the only reason I did not rate this manga as a perfect 10 is because of the art. As a bias standpoint, I don't enjoy Yanamoto san's art. Thus, it is a -2 for me. Yet, it doesn't mean the mangaka does not put any effort into this manga. Emotions and the background are still well drawn.
Character: 10
Main reason I read this manga. So real and so truthful. Got some creepiness involved (slightly spoiled), but this is totally part of life.
Enjoyment: 10
Finished all 51 chapters in one read. Waiting for the upcoming chapters for sure!
Overall: 9.5 (not 9, not 10, but 9.5)
Art is the only reason that blocks me from giving it a 10 (hence the -0.5). Sorry man, but I have to compare it to the other mangas. Aside from the "art" category, well deserved 10.
This manga cannot be underestimated. Dialogues cannot be skipped. After doing those two, just sit back and enjoy the manga as if it is a novel because it is entertaining while educational towards life and writing industry.
