A Star Brighter Than the Sun
Synopsis
Sae Iwata was never cute or dainty like the other girls, and due to her build and strength, she always felt the need to look after her delicate childhood friend and crush, Kouki Kamishiro. But as years passed, Kouki grew taller and more confident, which resulted in them drifting apart. Toward the end of middle school, Sae reconnects with Kouki. Seeing that Kouki is still the sweet boy she once knew, she realizes that her dormant feelings for him have resurfaced. She tries her best to suppress her emotions—but it becomes even more difficult as, come high school, they end up in the same class. Ignoring her deepening feelings may seem like a fool's errand, but this boy that shines brighter than the sun may just prove to be her destiny. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience reception is mixed. Some appreciate the gentle romance, relatable insecurities, and classic shoujo elements. Others find the plot thin, characters one-dimensional, and the storyline repetitive, leading to frustration.
Strengths
- Gentle and sweet romance.
- Relatable portrayal of insecurities.
- Wholesome chemistry between main characters.
- Good supporting cast.
- Female MC Perspective
- Classic Shoujo elements are present and work well
Weaknesses
- Thin and predictable plot.
- One-dimensional characters.
- Repetitive inner thoughts of the main character.
- Lack of substantial development.
- Awkward conversations and anxiety-induced monologues.
- Bland storyline
- Dense Protag
- Misunderstandings