{"product_id":"9788416188178","title":"Senpai","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSenpai\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSenpai\u003c\/em\u003e is a graphic novel that explores grief, love, and identity through a story of second chances. A year after the death of his senpai, Ko Fujinami finds himself unable to get over his loss. On the anniversary of the passing, he meets Saki, a first-year student with a striking physical resemblance to the deceased. This coincidence triggers a complex love triangle that will force Ko to face his past and Saki to deal with being a reflection of someone else. An intimate work that combines emotional drama with youthful romance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story begins on the first anniversary of the death of Misumi-senpai, Ko Fujinami's unrequited love. Unable to mourn his loss for an entire year, Ko decides to skip school to finally allow himself to feel the pain. At that moment, Saki, a first-year student, approaches him upon seeing him dejected. Ko is shocked by Saki's enormous physical resemblance to Misumi-senpai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom this encounter, a complex relationship develops. Saki is attracted to Ko's reserved and mysterious personality, but soon discovers that his resemblance to the deceased is the main reason for Ko's interest. The narrative focuses on how both characters navigate this emotional triangle: Ko must learn to separate Saki from the memory of his senpai, while Saki must decide if he wants to be loved for himself or as a substitute. The plot addresses the process of healing an open wound through new connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGrief and the difficulty of processing a traumatic loss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePersonal identity versus being seen as a reflection of another person.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eUnrequited love and the search for emotional second chances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFriendship and mutual support as tools to overcome the past.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe complexity of love triangles in a youth context.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manga is aimed at readers interested in romantic drama stories with a strong emotional and psychological component. It is ideal for those who enjoy intimate narratives that explore human relationships, grief, and personal growth. Recommended for young adults and adults looking for a deep read about love and identity, with a melancholic but hopeful tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA sensitive perspective on the grieving process and the importance of allowing oneself to feel pain in order to heal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA reflection on authenticity in relationships: being loved for who you are, not for who you resemble.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA realistic portrait of the emotional complexities of adolescence and youth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA story that combines romance, drama, and personal growth in an accessible graphic novel format.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e BIKKE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ediciones Tomodomo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e GRAPHIC NOVELS, GRAPHIC NOVELS: MANGA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e SEMPAI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 224\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 283 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSenpai\u003c\/em\u003e is a work that stands out for its mature and restrained treatment of romantic grief, a subject rarely explored with this depth in youth manga. The premise of physical resemblance as a catalyst for a new relationship is well-executed, offering a genuine emotional conflict that keeps the reader's interest. BIKKE's art complements the story's melancholic atmosphere, and the character development, especially Saki's struggle with being a \"replacement,\" adds a layer of psychological complexity. It is a recommended read for those looking for a romance with dramatic substance and a narrative that does not shy away from the pain of loss.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOMODOMO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405643735387,"sku":"9788416188178","price":8.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841618817.jpg?v=1781828933","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788416188178","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}