This one definitely has the potential to be a really heavy hitter - though at this point I wonder about the classification of josei rather than shoujo based on the age of the characters (unless we’re going to jump ahead in a later volume). It’s well paced but I think I wanted a little more insight into Tenjaku’s and Yoru’s thoughts; even though she’s the protagonist, Yoru’s internal self feels very distant and wooden. Though it definitely felt like we were more setting the scene than pushing the story forward, so I definitely expect more from future volumes.

2.75 Stars!

An interesting start to a new manga series. We follow the main characters Yoru, who has just moved into a new foster home and Tenjaku. They along with the other children have been either neglected, abused or abandoned by their parents. Tenjaku felt the instant urge to protect Yoru and to never leave her side, their friendship and the connection they share is beautiful.
The timeline is between the past, where Yoru just moved in and later on when they are already in high school and have one and a half year more left to graduate and leave their current home.
The art style is a bit average, but the story will keep you interested till it ends.

I'm looking forward to the next instalments, I'm curious what will Tenjaku will decide for himself.

Thank you to Kodansha comics and Netgalley for the e-arc.

This was an introduction to a unique Josei manga revolving around Yoru and Tenjaku in a children's home - flicking between their younger childhood years and the current day of them only having a year remaining before they have to leave the home. So far in this series I am enjoying the pacing and the art style. I'm looking forward to seeing everyone's stories and how their future unravels. With such a cliffhanger ending, I will patiently wait for the next volume to come out in English.