I Hear the Sunspot: Limit Volume 1 (I Hear the Sunspot Series)

I just finished reading the first volume. It is a nice story and characters are loveable too, but I feel that the story is in a slow pace. I hope the second volume is better and more interesting.

Yuki Fumino’s I Hear the Sunspot, volume 1, tells the story of Kohei, a tall, attractive university student who is pursuing a certification in labor law, and Taichi, whose energetic, fun loving approach to life can be both enchanting and frustrating to those around him. We come into the story at a point when Kohei has fallen in love with Taichi, who seems to return his affection yet still keeps Kohei at an awkward distance. For his part, Kohei worries Taichi’s reluctance may be due to Kohei’s hearing impairment, which seems to be getting worse.Fumino does not shy away from the inner politics between groups within the hearing impaired community. At the same time, Fumino, the writer-artist of this series, presents differing viewpoints and inner conflicts with sensitivity and caring. Throughout the story, characters are depicted in the midst of signing and dealing with everyday situations that those who are not hearing impaired might not realize exist for those who are.The artwork is beautiful and wonderfully paced. The line quality varies by mood, from energetic and emphatic to an almost quivering, emotionally vulnerable touch that is still lyrically exquisite. Panels are visually balanced through unexpected juxtapositions, combinations and tensions between value shapes and textures, and there’s a judicious use of visual tropes that enhance the overall tone of the storytelling. Equally impressive is the shifting perspectives, where the “camera” switches angles, pans in and out, or establishes mood and context by showing what’s surrounding the characters. Finally, the visual energies of the overall composition of each page is frequently integrated in subtle, nuanced ways that support the graphic narrative through sophisticated, yet unobtrusive, means.While I sometimes had a hard time reading what was happening inside Tiachi (perhaps there’s hint of ADHD going there) and causing his responses, what was crystal clear is the deep love and caring affection Kohei holds for his friend. I have volume 2, and I’m looking forward to how this story arc develops.

I hear the sunspot Limit volume 1 seems to take its subtitle to heart and really test the limits of Kohei’s and Taichi’s relationship. Seemingly undefined at this point, the stresses of one being in school and the other working combined with being in two different worlds seems to put some stress into their relationship. Combined with the people they’ve surrounded themselves up with focusing in on the challenges of maintaining and having a relationship when both people enter the working world or in terms of a new character, or when both people have different levels of hearing, make this not only an interesting fiction experience but also one that is emotional and thought-provoking for one to imagine themselves in such a situation.I found the increasing levels of potential jealously from Kohei to really be an interesting part of his character who was always so well put together that one wondered if he had any weaknesses beyond his anxieties with his hearing. To see this character flaw in him and see it guide his words and thoughts towards Taichi is very intriguing.Taichi, on the other hand, continues to mature in profound ways and finally reached the point where he had to admit that the thing with his grandfather really affected him, but also that the friendship he has with Kohei, is actually something deeper. What this deeper thing was, was unclear and undefined but its clear it will get explored in a future volume.Overall the ongoing developments with work and seeing Taichi finally bond with Chiba, the continued aspect of deaf and non-hearing-impaired folks working together, and lastly, Kohei and his thing complicated with Ryu and the hearing implants really set the stage for a manga that will be much deeper than a few other gay romance manga before it and perhaps soon to come.Really great volume.

Ive read all 5 volumes that are out and i love the way these stories come together. the way we learn about more characters really fleshes out the world and balances a lot of tension. the romance is really angsty but sweet, and i have high hopes for future volumes being more involved with our pairing. idk how some commenters got confused about their ages, the series starts with them in college and deals with their adult lives, so if that held you back don’t worry. there is some great thoughtful dialogue about disability but i would love to know more feedback from the Japanese Deaf community. really cute series, definitely enjoyable.

Absolutely 110% adore this book series!!! It is absolutely a must read! Be warned this is the third book in the series

I bought this book thinking it was the first in the series, but it’s not which is kind of disappointing but I’m still hopeful that the content is going to be really enjoyable, just make sure to buy the first two books before this one!!

i ordered this manga hoping to have a good bl to read yk yk ya. its really good quality and came within a day ^_^

The book is wonderful! 5 stars!Unfortunately, Amazon packaged it poorly and my book got bent. I'm upset at Amazon, so I had to lower my rating for this item.

Amazing quality, definitely recommend

Estoy muy contenta con este tomo, esta hermoso, llegó en perfectas condiciones y muy rápido. :)

In very good condition and I love the series quality of the pages is perfect only downside I almost didn't receive it as the guy who delivered it posted it through neighbours door and said they handed it to me Lucky my neighbour came and gave it to me thats the only issue I have everything else is perfect

A edição do livro e simples, mas a tradução bem feita faz valer a pena. A primeira edição e mais curta que o resto. A serie e super sentimental e vale a leitura.

It’s kinda boring but whatever I’m still reading it but kinda getting better towards the end