I'd say the anime is a very faithful rendition of the manga. In one sense, I'd have to agree, it's an average shoujo series -- shy girl wins popular-but-sensitive guy. It's just that the characters are so likeable, and their relationship is so sweet. They're both awkward and shy, but genuinely appreciate each other for the qualities that no one else sees, and they try hard to get past their shyness and communicate. And yeah, it has some of the stereotypical "JUST TALK TO EACH OTHER!" plots, but those usually get resolved quickly.
Also, it has some great friendship moments. I love all of the secondary characters (except the few that are annoying plot devices).
You might want to try an episode or two of the anime and see if it captures your interest more? If I remember, the manga got off to a bit of a slow start.
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Date: 2011-05-28 04:01 am (UTC)Also, it has some great friendship moments. I love all of the secondary characters (except the few that are annoying plot devices).
You might want to try an episode or two of the anime and see if it captures your interest more? If I remember, the manga got off to a bit of a slow start.