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Perhaps the first shining post of this series, with more of its accumulated mystery and suspense towards Sasaki’s history finally starting to unfold, and in turn, giving us action that carries with it the weight and intensity. This not only made it the first page-turner of the series but also my first instance of recognition of effective tension that left me utterly impressed.

Tokyo Ghoul: re, Vol. 4 by Sui Ishida

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dark tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

Having now breezed past the Auction operation, we are treated to a reset. Now with the advent of recent kidnappings - related to the feeding of Master Shu, a recall of an original cast member - Haise Sasaki’s team find themselves confronted by Master Shu’s plan to reawaken Ken Kaneki. The author has slowed the pace and increased the conversations, giving us breathing room to tether us closer to these characters - an approach that I appreciated. I am holding onto hope that this arc will prove to be a remarkable improvement from its predecessor.

Tokyo Ghoul: re, Vol. 3 by Sui Ishida

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dark tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

While I appreciate Sui Ishida’s surge of kinetic energy flowing through this third volume, unfortunately, it was met with disorientation and confusion as it darts back and forth between aspects of the operation against the Aogiri ghouls. With an attempt to understand and appreciate the mystery that is being uncovered - highlighted by the uttering of Ken Kaneki in the mix - I was left instead with confusion and bluntness. Based on what I read, there is much gap left between each frame for the reader to assemble the flow of the fight scenes, and it is a participation that feels more cumbersome than rewarding.

Tokyo Ghoul: re, Vol. 2 by Sui Ishida

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dark lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

With the characters already formally introduced, this second volume attempts to jumpstart the plot by elevating the danger and congregating its characters. Indeed, there is much more motion to the story this time, but to the detriment of my connection to its focused characters, it is still underdeveloped and distant. This is perhaps also since it carries with it a far more light-hearted tone - tethering on the realm of comedy - in its interactions. it is by no means dull or lifeless, as it never means to slow down to highlight its deficiencies at this point of the story, especially if one is in the moment reading through it. That being said, this criticism stems from my current position as a first-time reader of the :re series, with much of the story’s secrets remaining obscure and ahead.

Tokyo Ghoul: re, Vol. 1 by Sui Ishida

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dark hopeful mysterious fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

Almost as if retreading a familiar path but with new sights, Tokyo Ghoul: re Vol 1 brings me back to the nature of humans vs ghouls, but this time progressing previous concepts and with a fresh new coat of paint. This introductory volume attempts to warm us up to this new set of characters and establish the key agenda that, assuming, would shape their journey up to the series’ final volume. I am excited to retread this harrowing world again - but this time with a detective twist.

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feedingbrett's reviews 187 reviews

feedingbrett's reviews
187 reviews