DRAMA-con.     Oct 04, 2007     reviewed by Marionette    

It definitely stays true to it's title. There is a ton of drama packed into this series. I really enjoyed books one and two of this. The relationship that develops between our heroine & the mysterious stranger in book one is very intense. All those mixed feelings that can arise in a con situation and put a strain on your already delicate relationship happen to the poor girl. Volume two was a little slow and disappointing but overall I thought it gave a bit more in-depth look at work part of the con. It's a nice read for a plane trip or a car ride to a relatives house.

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Brings a new light to Anime Conventions     Jun 04, 2007     reviewed by Deejay_Beta    

The first thing you will probably notice about Dramacon is that it's origins are not from Japan or Korea but Canada. However, even though it's of Western origins, Svetlana Chmakova has brought us a great and totally sweet Manga that captures the very essence of what we love about shojo stories - better than many from Japan.

Christie is an instantly likeable character with honest feelings who finds throughout the Convention her true spirit. Always torn by her feelings of attraction to the mysterious college student and loyalty to her boyfriend she learns to stop being subdued and to voice her own opinions. So this is first and foremost a romantic shojo about self-discovery, however, it is also truly funny. Throughout the book their are touches of comic genius that you cannot help but grin from ear to ear.

Svetlana embraces the life blood of anime conventions and does not make fun of them. We are always laughing with the anime convention, not at it. She picks classic moments like our heroine's obsession with Pawky (meaning Pocky - the addictive chocolate covered breadstick - yummy!), finding new releases from Mangapop (aka Tokyopop), the prospect of watching hentai, and cosplayers dressed very scary ways. Little touches, like a plush of Totoro being present in the background almost as an afterthought, brings forth Svetlana's genuine love of Japanese sub-culture.

I Highly recommend this book to all anime and con fans and anyone who loves to laugh.

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TONS of laughs!     Apr 11, 2008     reviewed by Ka-tan    

Dramacon is THE manga that got me into manga. Even though its not Japanese, its probably the best series I've ever read. It keeps you laughing, and Svet's use of chibis to convey the characters' emotions is just PERFECT. Not only that, but its written in a language that us Westerners can understand (you don't have any slang that gets lost in translation, ya know?). The characters were believable too....no over-dramatized shoujo characters here!

I was a little disappointed by the ending, because it seemed like Svet was constrained to 3 volumes, so a lot of stuff had to get packed into the last volume and there were a lot of unanswered questions, but I still give it 5 stars because the rest of the series was just PERFECTION.

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Almost like the manga     Sep 25, 2007     reviewed by PikaChika    

I really liked the first volume, I havent had a chance to get the second volume. It kinda reminded of me when I went to my first convention in 2005. There were so many details that kinda took me by surprise. Everyone had that kind of culture shock in their lives. This girl, in the book is a comic book writer. She and her boyfriend work together on the book, even though the guy is a jerk. So then she ran off until she met this guy that looks mysterious. You have to read it yourself.

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dramacon!!!     Aug 25, 2007     reviewed by sakurakiss    

ok, i gotta admit when i first heard about this manga it didnt really get my attention. but as soon as i read a few pages i was addicted. First off, the art is really good! the way she drew the expressions was so real and funny. and, the story. it was dripping with drama, love, comedy.....AAAHHH!? to put it simpily, if u like drama, romance, and clever jokes, check this manga out!

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Freakin adorable     Feb 27, 2009     reviewed by ToadsRose    
(Dramacon Vol. 01)

This manga has a wonderfully addictive story and is very down to earth. You find yourself loving the characters and story line right away. Its full of drama, down right hilarious, and will NOT leave you dissapointed. :)

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LOVE IT!!!!     Aug 21, 2008     reviewed by Kagome    

OK I have to admit when I first heard about this manga I didn't really think it would be that good. Until I read it. Im on the third volume and I can't wait for volume 4! I'm soo excited. I really love this manga! This manga has Romance,Drama,and Suspence! I really hope you enjoy this fun filled manga.

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