Monday, August 17, 2020

Paragraph Manga Review: Love in Focus Series (Yoko Nogiri)

Love in Focus, Vol. 1 (Love in Focus, #1)Love in Focus, Vol. 2 (Love in Focus, #2)Love in Focus, Vol. 3 (Love in Focus, #3)

Series Title: Love in Focus
Author: Yoko Nogiri
Volumes Reviewed: 3 (complete)
Publisher: Kodansha Comics
US Release Date: March 2019 - July 2019
Genre: Young Adult Contemporary Romance
Content Rating: Teen (kissing, brief minor stalker issues)
Format Read: Paperback
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Summary (of Volume 1):

Mako's always had a passion for photography. When she loses someone dear to her, she clings to her art as a relic of the close relationship she once had... Luckily, her childhood best friend Kei encourages her to come to his high school and join their prestigious photo club. With nothing to lose, Mako grabs her camera and moves into the dorm where Kei and his classmates live. Soon, a fresh take on life, along with a mysterious new muse, begin to come into focus!

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Series: There are 3 volumes in the series. All are released and available.

Love in Focus is a short three-volume teen contemporary romance about first loves and photography. Set in a high school boarding house, it features a love triangle between an oblivious young photographer girl, her childhood best friend, and the moody housemate who catches her photographic attention. As they discover each other's secrets and confess their feelings, they help one another face their fears and embrace more hopeful futures with love, honesty, and lots of pictures. Despite the inevitable heartbreak that comes with love triangles, it's a sweet if brief story with cute characters, soft artwork, and gentle emotions that made for a pleasant if slightly melancholy afternoon read. Recommend for readers who enjoy their romances with right angles, secretly gorgeous boys, and just a touch of photography.

Scribble Rating
3.5 of 5 Scribbles



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