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My Love Story!!
A gigantic hero with a heart of gold discovers true, heartwarming love!
Author: Kazune Kawahara
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About the Manga
My Love Story!! is a critically acclaimed romantic comedy manga written by Kazune Kawahara and illustrated by Aruko. The story centers on Takeo Gouda, a towering and muscular high school student with an unexpectedly kind and chivalrous heart.
While Takeo's handsome best friend Makoto Sunakawa usually attracts all the girls, Takeo's life changes when he saves Rinko Yamato from a groper. To Takeo's surprise, Yamato falls genuinely in love with him rather than Suna.
Breaking the tropes of conventional shojo manga, the series celebrates genuine empathy, wholesome friendship, and inner character over superficial appearances. Its comedy arises naturally from Takeo's earnestness.
Winning multiple prestigious industry awards, My Love Story!! captured the hearts of readers across all demographics. It stands as a landmark title that redefined modern romance storytelling.
Highlights
- Features an unconventional giant hero whose sincerity subverts traditional romance tropes.
- Delivers a deeply wholesome romance balanced with delightful visual comedy.
- Depicts a heartwarming, unwavering brotherhood between Takeo and Sunakawa.
- Winner of the prestigious 37th Kodansha Manga Award and 61st Shogakukan Manga Award.
Recommended For
- Readers seeking wholesome romance devoid of toxic drama and misunderstandings.
- Fans of comedy manga who enjoy endearing character dynamics and positive energy.
- Anyone looking for a heartwarming story celebrating inner goodness over looks.
Reading Tips
- Enjoy the sweet and straightforward communication between Takeo and Yamato.
- Observe how Sunakawa quietly supports his friend's happiness behind the scenes.
- Appreciate Aruko's expressive art style that highlights Takeo's funny facial reactions.
Publication Facts
- Written by Kazune Kawahara and drawn by Aruko, serialized in Bessatsu Margaret from 2011 to 2016.
- Collected into 14 tankobon volumes published under Shueisha's Margaret Comics imprint.
- Adapted into an anime television series by Madhouse and a live-action theatrical film in 2015.
Sources & References
- Wikipedia - My Love Story!!https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/My_Love_Story!!
- Wikipedia (JA) - My Love Story!!https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E4%BF%BA%E7%89%A9%E8%AA%9E!!
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