My Special One, Vol. 1

by Momoka Koda

Overview

Sahoko tells off the nation’s top idol, Kouta, in her family’s restaurant for assuming that she’s his fan. Instead of being cowed by his mistake, Kouta comes in the following day with albums and VIP tickets to Like Legend’s next concert. Can Sahoko withstand his shining onslaught to charm her?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781974737642
Publisher:	VIZ Media LLC
Publication date:	02/07/2023
Series:	My Special One , #1
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	188
Sales rank:	163,394
File size:	93 MB
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About the Author

Momoko Koda’s birthday is September 24. She began her professional manga career in 2002 with “Tamagoyaki” (Rolled Omelet) in Bessatsu Margaret magazine. In 2015, her series No Longer Heroine was made into a live-action film. My Special One began serialization in 2019.

Editorial Reviews

01/01/2023

Gr 7–12—Average girl Sahoko has a biased view of beautiful boys. Her first crush crushed her desire for love, and she refuses to get hurt again. But then a chance encounter with the idol Kouta of Like Legend puts her on the defensive. The admirable lead singer and actor is nothing like she pictured; he's empathetic, professional, and determined to make her a fan. Sahoko's attraction develops quickly, even with the consistent conflict between her heart and her mind. While there are blush-worthy moments, this first volume leans more into the comedy. Whenever Sahoko is in denial or resists, the author employs a variety of exaggerated faces and internal dialogue to full comedic effect. For drama, some foils are also set up, especially for Kouta, whose nuanced expressions make his position clear. In this manga, the obstacles to overcome are both personal and social, but through Sahoko's realizations, the author encourages readers to take steps. Shoujo fans will gravitate towards this stubborn yet timid protagonist, and the promise the next volumes hold. VERDICT For those who enjoy idol manga, this is a confidence-boosting start that reminds readers that relationships require effort.—Rachel Forbes

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