Sankarea 5: Undying Love

~4/5[More of my reviews are available on my blog, Geeky Reading, to which there's a link on my profile.]First, I have to say that I love this cover. The cover on volume four was really good, but this one is just so eye-catching. Particularly because of the bright, neon green. That in itself caught my eye, and then there’s the fact that Rea is eating Chihiro, looking very much like a zombie. It’s a beautiful cover, really.Now, onto the actual contents.Rea is really starting to deteriorate. There are very obviously bad things in her future, and it’s kind of hard to think about. I like Rea so much, she’s so likeable, shy and sweet, that I really don’t want her to just start eating people. I’m not sure how long her human consciousness is going to last.On a surprising turn, though, there was a momentous talk between Chihiro and Wanko (including a surprising almost-plotline). I was not expecting it to happen so soon, and I actually feel a little bad for Wanko. She really does like him, but she really has no chance. I’m glad that that’s been done with, though, and we can move past that plot point. Looks like something interesting will be happening next with Bub, Chihiro’s cat zombie, anyway.To sum things up: I still really like Rea. She’s just so… real, or something, to me. I want more growth from her, more expanding, both with Chihiro and Mero. I love Mero. Mero and Chihiro’s grandfather is just causing a lot of hilarity, but I’m interested in seeing what he actually knows. I’m kind of maybe okay with Wanko; I’m just not a big fan. I like Darin, and am interested in seeing what she does next. I’m not really a big fan of Chihiro, sadly. I want to like him, but I’m kind of just tolerating him right now. I think maybe it’s that cat face he makes (the… this one: :3) that bothers me.Overall, I am just really enjoying this series. I’m especially enjoying the story and character progression. I look forward to seeing where that goes next, as I suspect something new will be revealed.

V. 4 was a slight letdown, tho not so bad I would quit the series. V. 5 is back up to par. She eats the skin off his wrist and arm! This weirds me out, and my vote of 100% for creativity. In this volume, we begin to wonder what really is the relationship between grandpa and Darin? Was Darin the zombie girlfriend of gandpa from long ago? Perfectly preserved? Let hope this is not the fate for Chihiro and Rea Sanka. The fact that Rea has not decomposed more than she has by now is bothering me. I guess it is the hydrangea.Meanwhile, what kind of a name is Wanko?! Sounds like a ona***e brand. No, Wanko is great and Chihiro would probably be better off with a well-adjusted sexy girl like Saohji Ranko. She's a "perky, energetic girl on the tennis team." Chihiro, you should not buy an EMO when you could have a lively uninhibited beauty link Wanko. But that's what makes the story go, so let it be.Very difficult to pidgin hole. Somewhat harem, somewhat zombie, somewhat true love. A good story, funny, and light read. Reccommend.

I got a hardcover book and this manga was never made with a hardcover. This cover was blurry and weird. It was off center and tilted. Just a super weird situation. The manga inside looks legit but the outside definitely isn’t.

I absolutely love this Series the story is Original and the Artwork from a fellow young Artist point of view is inspiring. Keep up the great work Mitsuru Hattori :D Imma big fan! To those new viewers who've never read this Series be prepared to read an awesome story! o.- hope you guys enjoy!!!

I really liked this volume, definitely a good read, especially at the end. If you buy this volume, buy the 6th as well so that you don't have to keep wondering.

The story line is great and I've bought all nine of them and waiting for number ten.

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It was a must-have for me.

Gut

a really good story and a little bit sad but well worth buying