Is 'Kono Gomi...' a masterpiece? No, far from it really. I wouldn't call it something that would be even worth your time if the series were, let's say, 50+ chapters.
For a quick 2-hour read while commuting, though? It's a decent way to spend the time and a solid 6/10 if you're not too picky.
Key themes, as evidenced by the title, involve:
- Severe co-dependency issues
- Toxicity in relationships
- Stalker behavior
- 'Being a hero' mumbo jumbo that...fits somewhat, I guess?
In all honesty, this manga is 'Just OK' in all departments. Art, characters, character development/progression, plot, resolution - everything doesn't stand out too much, but it's not too bad either.
6/10 -- some bonus points for the author not dragging this for 30+ chapters more with meaningless drama. The trade-off is that as it stands in its completion, 'Kono Gomi...' is sanitized, toothless, and...kinda dull in a way?
