This review was written in my native language and I didnt check the entire text properly just bear with me OreGairu is one of the most famous titles in the high school slice of life genre and most of the community has seen or at least heard of Wataru Watari and Ponkan8s work. But I believe that a relatively smaller number actually read the light novel to completion. The reason for this is that Novel/LN media has a very different model from what the general public watches or reads. Unlike the ninth art comics/manga and animation/anime with sequential movements and a sense close to the seventh art Novels are close to literature. And from time to time we have some prints and art if its one you have. The format causes disinterest in the public that does not have the habit of reading which does not only concern LNs but literature in general. However the media thrives a lot among the public that have attachment and habit. And I can only hope it keeps growing. That said whats so special about OreGairu? What would motivate someone to read a juvenile title that has around 168 chapters? The story revolves around Hikigaya Hachiman an antisocial 2nd year student at Sobu High School. One day he is taken by teacher Hiratsuka Shizuka to the Volunteer Club room. In which the only member at the moment is Yukinoshita Yukino an exemplary student with a unique appearance. According to Hiratsuka the objective of bringing him there was so that he could have his distorted ideals fixed. But through selfreflection conditioned by Yukinoshita. Such action was encouraged in large part by an essay written by Hikigaya in which he wrote abominations to the youthful spirit and the riajuus the popular kids. Initially both students dislike each other as they are theoretically opposites. However when passing the first chapter it becomes clear that both are very similar in terms of interaction skills. Both dont have friends but for different reasons. Hachiman for her antisocial and withdrawn attitude and Yukino for being perfect in the extreme. The teacher then decides to establish a bet in which both should strive to help as many people as possible in the club. The one who won could ask someone else for a favor. Such a gamble earns Yukinos revulsion but she later reluctantly accepts. A few moments later Yuigahama Yui arrives the first person to open the bet. Yui is popular and although not a bright student she has a friendly attitude towards her fellow members and is kind. His aura is bright and spontaneous the opposite of the two students. Yuigahama was asked to learn how to make cookies such an arduous task is taken up by Yukinoshita a proficient cook. After this unusual situation which would be remembered many volumes later our main trio takes shape. Over time many other beloved characters emerge each with their background and story worked on. https://miro.medium.com/v2/resize:fit:720/format:webp/1LIu1sr0bRo4C3mdupsqDg.jpeg Although I have a lot of praise for the series it is necessary to admit that everything started to take shape little by little. The first 3 volumes focus on daily problems and requests throughout the Sobu School. However over time the construction and destiny of the characters and the protagonists in particular intertwine to the point that the story turns to what they really want. The trio begins to bond emotionally to the point that they yearn for the Volunteer Club. An affection and companionship grows between the two girls in the club. The atmosphere and togetherness even if routine is a portrait of what is so special about them. A small fragment of daily life which only gets due attention after a breakup. Be it due to raids and fights or the passing of the school years. OreGairu shows that even if precious moments are lived they wont be forever. The journey is about looking for something genuine but also about breaking cycles. Which is evident from volume 10 onwards. There is a melancholy amidst the happiness during Novel. The feeling that those shards of joy will pass. For a significant amount of time Hachiman struggles with his inner self. Selfsacrifice not caring about those who care and want good is a recurring theme. The lonely boy has always dealt with his problems using rough methods but when in conflict with Yukino they cause a bitter and distant feeling. Yui ends up always trying to unite the trio even through superficial conversations. Speaking of which authenticity is another notable theme. The need to maintain their appearances and masks is visible in order to have a favorable school life. What is Hachimans point of criticism ends up turning against him. The loner who has always boasted of his emotional independence when faced with people who become important begins to fear losing his special days with his clubmates. https://miro.medium.com/v2/resize:fit:720/format:webp/1AD22NQQdbbQrCVYOUcJl4w.jpeg There is a sense of realism in each of the characters that I rarely find in industry work. My only criticisms overall would be a few points in Wataris writing. He likes to throw in a lot of references to games and manga. It doesnt bother me in general but in some chapters it fills with references and this ended up getting a little off topic at certain times. Even so I interpret it as an immersion into the world of youth and adolescence. And of course he never does this in more serious and tragic moods. And by the way theres a slightly dramatic sense to OreGairu. Especially close to completion. And a lot of the time the drama is timed right. I find the conclusion memorable and nostalgic in part because of the tone adopted in his writing. Of course I couldnt stop talking about the meticulous art of Ponkan8. One of my favorite illustrators in the Novel industry. I believe his art has evolved and a lot over time. There is even a separate book with her illustrations with a great sense of fashion. https://miro.medium.com/v2/resize:fit:720/format:webp/14apMTw1wPBEJAzB7UG7Pg.jpeg Overall I consider OreGairu an amazing journey. With its ups and downs the series shone a lot especially in the triad of volumes 8 9 and 10 my favorite ones. OreGairu is a Novel aimed at everyone who wants to read something authentic. Thanks for reading https://miro.medium.com/v2/resize:fit:720/format:webp/1yG1p7OWTu9IzMdFiVJwkTQ.jpeg