I am in love with this manga i literally finished it in less than 30 minutes and admired every scene. The art is gorgeous, and the fashion statement, I wanted to own everything she wear lol. It’s made me feel so good for some reason. And it’s very 80/90s so it’s literally the best. I would 110% recommend. I want more !!!
I would love to get it and literally frame it🤍

**ARC provided by NetGalley for honest review**

Veil, volume 1 by Kotteri was a romance(?) manga following a blind runaway heiress and a police officer relationship. It was a different type of manga than I expected. Instead of the usual storytelling style, this volume came across more as short vignettes, or snapshots, of the story. I loved the classic look of the art style, the French and Russian influences, all the outfits, and the premise as well, I just wish I had gotten more of the full story than I did. It was a bit confusing for me to read that way.

Dear Self,

READ THE BLURB!

Signed,
Myself

I went in blind, which I don't recommend, read the blurb first cause it will save you any confusion!

Anyways, this was such a unique story and quite liked it! Honestly, I don't even know how to explain my feelings, but I just loved this and the characters. The art is stunning and overall, just something that I haven't quite read before.

My feelings for this book is akin to me laying on the ground, hands below my chin, and fluttering my legs in glee. I can't wait to dive into volume 2 to immerse myself in this beauty!

★ ★ ★ ★
Length: 127p
Source: ARC - NetGalley, Udon Entertainment
Release Date: March 11, 2025

This is one of the most unique and visually stunning books I’ve ever read. Just look at the blurb and you’ll see what I mean.

I went in blind and I was CONFUSED ASFFFFF. I had no idea what was going on. And then I read the blurb and was stunned because WOW.

The story is part prose, part manga, and part artistry. Some scenes are just images. Some are POVs from inanimate objects. It’s wild and a bit twisted and utterly addicting!

♡ graphic novel / manga
♥ contemporary romance
♡ small life moments
♥ police officer x rich girl

{I was gifted a complimentary copy of this book. All reviews are my own.}

This is a review for both the first and second volumes of Veil, partly because there is no ‘linear’ story to the manga and partly because it just feels right to put them together.
Veil follows the story of Her, a young bling woman, and Him, a police officer, who meet by happenstance and become close friends (and maybe more).
Veil gives the impression of 20-40’s, retro East-Europe in an idealistic sense. The bright color palette, the beautiful clothing, and the dreamy way the characters are drawn draws the reader in, wanting to know more and more about Him and Her. It’s almost like watching a colorized vintage film. The calm, quiet sense of the story is something I could easily get lost in. I thought it was interesting that the mangaka said in the notes that their relationship is undefined—it could be romance, but it could also be they’re just close friends, and honestly I like that ambiguity. ‘Him’ and ‘Her’ have a precious relationship I would love to see more of.
Overall, Veil is perfect for lovers of all things retro.
NOTE: I received a complimentary copy from the publisher via NetGalley for review purposes only. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

The vintage art style was stunning and that was what initially drew me in. I was also impressed by the lightheartedness of the writing and how adorable the main characters were with one another. All in all, it was super cute and perfect for reading in between heavy reads.

The vintage art style is unique and elegant, with short chapters and a sweet character dynamic. It feels like drifting through an odd, romantic daydream.

I absolutely loved the illustrations in the manga! The art was so bold and beautiful, it felt like you were staring at a masterpiece. The entire experience was like looking at a living work of art, with vibrant colors that truly brought the story to life. It was a perfect blend of slice-of-life elements paired with striking, vivid visuals that made every page feel captivating.

Emma is 21, a runaway heiress and blind, altough it’s never quite clear if it’s real or affected, as she just goes around her eyes closed. Alexander is 23 and a police officer. We only learn this information at the end of the volume though, and they go nameless. He encounters her by chance, offers her a job at the police station and a place to stay with him. Scenes revolve around this. He behaves like a gentleman; she likes to push a bit.

The setting is maybe 1930s and slightly east-European in feel. Art is very retro, art deco with muted hues. Panels are small and read in manga order, but there are many large art pages between stories. There are also snippets of text in between where most of the background story comes from.

This was more of a concept than a story. Art is the main selling point and the story consists of short scenes that don’t really form a whole, or really make much sense either. But it was interesting enough to continue.

This is just such a beautiful story both visually and thematically. The art is stunning, yes, but also the structure is unique with it being different “scenes” between our main characters Emma, a blind runaway heiress, and Aleksander, a police officer. The whole story is summed up in small glimpses into the lives of these two characters together and I was honestly kicking my feet and giggling the entire time.

There’s something so beautiful about these moments of platonic intimacy; Aleksander doing Emma’s hair or helping her put on her lipstick, the light touches like Emma’s fingers slipping under Alexander’s gloves. There’s a movement to the art; both characters always caught in the middle of these moments of acts of service.

I suppose that’s the point, isn’t it? The veil between platonic and romantic closeness. We see that these two care deeply for each other but it’s never specified whether their interactions are romantic or platonic. This setup and structure make for a compelling story and I can’t wait to continue reading!

Veil Volume 1: Temperature of Orange
⤷ ⭑⭑⭑.𝟳𝟱

❝ The voice was at my feet, but then in the next instant, I heard it from the sky. Gentle and soft, like a blanket. And sincere. ❞ ⋆˚࿔


⟢ In a moment that felt like something out of a classic film, their paths crossed unexpectedly. He was a dedicated police officer, committed to serving his city, and She was a blind runaway heiress, seeking freedom from her family. When she< stumbled upon him while looking for work, compassion moved him to invite her into his life. thus began their journey together—a tender exploration of everyday moments, a growing friendship, and the gentle blossoming of romance.

the experience reminds me of wandering through a lush, vibrant garden where the flowers are stunning, but the path is unclear. it's like being entranced by a visually beautiful story that lacks a cohesive narrative flow—you can admire the artistry, but you're still searching for the connections that make the journey meaningful.

i was immediately struck by the stunning art style! the visuals alone managed to hold my attention despite not knowing what the story was about. however, after finishing the first volume, i've noticed a lot of text but not a lot of context, which i'm not entirely used to. a lot of the scenes felt a bit short, skipping over certain events and making it challenging to follow along.

i know the review should focus on the translation but i guess this can also be an area of improvement to the publisher for future books. there’s a portion of the monologue where 'she' receives her first call as the police department's phone operator about a cat, and i think it would have been nice to have seen that moment instead of it just being mentioned to enhance the story. at this point, the scenes were mostly filler scenes, and the monologues seemed to take precedence over the main storyline. there may be people who like these types of graphic novels and some who don't. it may just need a bit of getting used to, especially if you are being served beautiful artwork.

also, a particular point of confusion was the characters' names; it struck me that they never introduced themselves, and in fact, their names weren't mentioned on-screen at all, and i thought i missed it for some reason. the font used also took a bit of time to get used to and i eventually found it charming in a way that complimented both the art style and story.

thank you Udon Entertainment and Net Galley for providing me an arc of the English-translated copy of the first volume of this beautiful graphic novel!♡

Thank you to Udon Entertainment for the early access copy of this manga! I was utterly transported by the vintage aesthetic art style and the compelling story. The story includes vignettes of a man and a woman (the man is a police officer who helps the woman get a job at his station answering the phone). I like that we learn the story in bits and pieces with little “monologues” in between — it’s an interesting way and it reeled me in quickly. Overall, I would rate it 3.75 stars 🌟

A blind runaway rich girl meets a kind police officer in an adorable meet cute and it only gets better from there.

It's amazing how a great story can be told in vignettes that only show tiny moments but give you everything. Add the fact that the art is gorgeous and the interactions between him and her (Alexander and Emma) are downright adorable, and I loved everything about this.

Delighted thanks to NetGalley and Udon Entertainment for the great read!

This is a collection of cute little vignettes about these two characters mundane life and the ways in which they are dancing around their feelings for each other. It takes a second or two to get invested in the characters but overall it is a sweet way to pass the time just nothing super special or remarkable.

⭐⭐½ (rounded up to 3 stars)

Veil Volume 1: Temperature of Orange, translated by Jocelyne Allen, is undeniably gorgeous—each page feels like a high-fashion sketchbook, with delicate, dreamlike illustrations that make it a visual delight. However, as stunning as the artwork is, the storytelling left me feeling lost. The dialogue flow was often unclear, and I struggled to follow the narrative. Perhaps something was lost in translation from the original Japanese. I gathered that a police officer meets a beautiful blind woman and that their relationship slowly unfolds, but beyond that, the story felt vague and elusive.

I’ll read Volume 2 because the artwork alone is worth admiring, and maybe the story will become more cohesive. But as of now, Veil is more of an aesthetic experience than a gripping or clear narrative. If you love beautiful art and don’t mind ambiguity, this might still be worth a look—but if you’re hoping for a strong plot, you may come away feeling frustrated.

Thank you to NetGalley and Udon Entertainment for the preview. Veil Volume 1: Temperature of Orange is set to be released on March 11, 2025.

I will be combining my experience reading volumes 1 and 2 together as I read them back-to-back. I'd been seeing art from this manga online for quite some time and was immediately captivated by the detail in them. Volume 1 starts out covering the meeting of the main characters in a couple of panels and the rest of the story is told through vignettes that show bits and pieces of their growing relationship. This means that there isn't necessarily continuity to the story as each vignette stands on its own but another thing I really appreciate about this style of storytelling is how the art draws the reader or consumer in, but it's interactive because you have to fill in some parts of the story yourself. That might not be everyone's cup of tea, but it was different in a good way for me!

I’d love to know more on Emma’s back story. But all in all they’re cute together. I love the cozy feel and simplistic vibe I get. The short stories instead of a chapter after chapter story is fun to.

This Manga is watching 2 People fall in love over and over again. The strength lies in the details of the picture here. You need to pay special attention to them because they are telling a different story than the words.
Pictures and actions are louder than words and vail is proving that! I read this beautifully piece of art twice in a row and found myself enjoying it even more than second time.

Veil is one of the best meet cute stories I've read in a while. There's not a lot going on plot-wise (yet) but the way these two interact is exquisite. The chemistry between the two characters is something most stories wish they had. Fans of "will they or won't they" stories will definitely like this. How lovely to get another title on the English-language market featuring adult characters without having to resort to the all-too-popular grimdark post-apocalyptic genres. I am very much looking forward to the second volume.

Simply beautiful! This is a lovely story between platonic and romance, I felt a thump in my heart chest reading this manga. The paneling gives a glimpse of their intertwined lives. With vivid colors, wonderful fashion, and dynamic characters. The divide between being a reader and the characters is thin.

It’s akin to sitting near a pair of bantering strangers in a cafe that gives off an intimate air before they leave out the door in arm and arm. There’s soft magic in these pages, saying so little but telling so much with expressions.

The story is written in short-form; each chapter features a vignette unrelated to any greater overarching plot. Which I love how thin the “veil” is and feel that we are blessed to read it translated. I have already preordered my copy of this manga. I am so excited to display it at home when it’s released. Thank you for NetGalley and the publisher Udon Entertainment for the arc!