A Devil, A Song, And Maybe... Just Maybe... I'm a Fan?
Okay, okay, hear me out! I know what you're thinking. Another high school romance manga? Eye roll, right? But A Devil and Her Love Song (or Akuma to Love Song if you're feeling fancy) might surprise you. Maybe even... *gasp*... charm you.
Our protagonist is Maria Kawai. She's... well, she's blunt. Brutally honest, some might say. Like, "Did you actually TRY to coordinate that outfit?" level honest. This gets her expelled from her prestigious school.
So, she ends up at a new, slightly less "fancy" school. The poor kids there are definitely not prepared for the Maria Tornado that's about to hit them.
The "Devil" and Her Tunes
Maria is often called a "devil." Why? Because she doesn't sugarcoat things. And because she's gorgeous. Let's be real, sometimes that's all it takes to get a label. But she's got a secret weapon: a beautiful singing voice.
She's trying to make friends! Mostly. In her own, unique way. It involves a lot of honesty, a little bit of singing, and a whole lot of awkwardness. It's like watching a social experiment in real time. A very melodramatic, manga-style social experiment.
Enter our love interests: Shin Meguro and Yusuke Kanda. Shin is the aloof, mysterious type. Yusuke is the kind, supportive one. Classic love triangle setup, right? But it's more complicated than it looks. (Of course, it is!).
My Unpopular Opinion? I Love The Honesty!
Here's my confession: I actually appreciate Maria's honesty. Sure, she could be nicer. But how often do we get genuine reactions? Everyone is always tiptoeing around. Maria just... says what she thinks.
It's refreshing! Even when it's cringe-worthy. Especially when it's cringe-worthy! It creates some seriously hilarious situations. Plus, it forces the other characters to actually deal with their issues.
Think about it! All those simmering resentments and insecurities? Maria just throws them all out on the table. It's like a relationship therapy session, but with more dramatic lighting and close-ups.
It's Not Perfect, But It's Captivating
Okay, A Devil and Her Love Song isn't perfect. The melodrama can be a bit much. And sometimes, Maria's bluntness crosses the line into being genuinely mean. But there's something about it that keeps me hooked.
Maybe it's the characters. Maybe it's the music. Maybe it's just the trainwreck of social interactions that I can't look away from. Whatever it is, I'm on board. For the drama. For the love. And for the awkward songs.
I'm a sucker for character development. And seeing Maria slowly learn to be a *little* less devilish and *maybe* a little bit more human? It's surprisingly heartwarming. Even with all the screaming and dramatic posing.
So, Should You Read It?
If you're looking for a feel-good, fluffy romance, maybe skip this one. But if you're up for something a little different, a little bit edgy, and a whole lot honest, give A Devil and Her Love Song a try. You might just find yourself singing along. Or at least laughing along.
Don't judge me! I know it's not for everyone. But sometimes, you just need a manga about a "devil" who learns to love, one awkwardly sung song at a time. Plus, the art is really pretty! Just saying.
And honestly, who hasn't wanted to say exactly what they're thinking at least once in their lives? Maria is just living the dream... albeit with a lot of collateral damage.
Maybe that's why I like it so much. It's vicariously cathartic.
