Yum     May 30, 2007     reviewed by Tuttle    

Its a yum series. Its so cushy and mushy I just love it. I cant wait to read more. I just want to cuddle up with it O_o

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Mars     Mar 25, 2008     reviewed by Love_of_Rain    

The beautiful god of war, Kira paints Rei as Mars. This series was very beautiful full of romance and real life situations. The characters were very human as if they were someone you might know in class, it shows the beauty of true love, and is full of a somewhat bittersweet angst. I truly loved this book it was one of the most touching things I've ever read. I also enjoyed the Drama it really did do it justice and stuck right with the manga. On the other hand I really don't recommend Mars: A horse with no name I found it uninteresting and not really nessacerry. I suggest just stop at Mars.

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Mars     Aug 02, 2007     reviewed by Audria    
(Mars Vol. 01)

Unlike some books, Mars grabs the readers attention by the throat and doesn't let go. Your fingers will just flip through the pages, and before you know it, you're done with one book! You just want to know what happens next. ^.^

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It Started Out as a Simple High School Love Story     Jul 25, 2007     reviewed by DamageCtrl    

While sketching outdoors, quiet artist Kira was approached for directions by charismatic and popular motorcyclist Rei. However, instead of verbally giving him directions, she quickly draws down a map and then rushes off, leaving the handsome young man confused. It isn’t until Rei goes to school and realizes that the girl who gave him directions is actually his classmate. As in any good high school drama, the two fall in love, but that’s just the beginning.

A seemingly innocent love story starts off with the usual obstacles; jealous rivals, former lovers, trouble at school. Then, things start to escalate, leading towards the dark pasts of the duo. Each baring a well hidden past, the two struggle to come to terms with their own demons as well as support the other as a intricate story goes on. Grossly addicting, “Mars” is an intense emotionally driven story that brings two unlikely students together. While seemingly blending in with the barrage of other high school romance mangas out there, “Mars” is a well thought out drama that keeps the reader cheering for the leads. With no magic, curses, transformations or inter-dimensional travel, pure drama keeps the reader hooked. Bits of humor dot the story; keeping it from getting too angst ridden or needlessly dramatic. The characters are easily identifiable with their very human reactions, the story is believable, and can rival any TV drama any day. This manga is highly suggested for those who want a little more than your average high school romantic drama.

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Addictive!!     Aug 31, 2007     reviewed by ekitty13    

The themes are realistic, and the characters are very human. This is a very realistic manga (^^)v I think its more directed to older teens, cuz of the contents and themes that are expressed in this manga. I would recommend it at all times! It's a very popular manga, and in Taiwan, they even made a human version series of it ^o^ it starring Big S and one of the guys from F4 if anyone knows who they are ;) This is a very active storyline and its also a very sad and romantic story... but is very funny at times ^^ this manga is very good and its very addictive! :)

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Classic and Cute!     Aug 05, 2007     reviewed by Natalie    

This is one of those series that so perfecty embodies the shojo genre. It is young love, opposites attracting, and overcoming opposition. Super well done, anyone who like romance novels should be reading this manga.

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Mars ROCKS!!!     Jun 26, 2007     reviewed by Nikki    

I wish that there was a guy like Rei Kashino in the real world. I just fell in love with him he had the same interest as me and stuff but yeah anyways this is a great manga series. I'm really not into romance stuff but this whole series got me into it. I love Mars it is worth the money!

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A touching manga.     Jun 16, 2007     reviewed by Demoni    

This manga has three seperate tales told throughout it, involving characters from the series Mars. It begins with the tale of Rei and Kira, and how they first met, and continues on into two more love stories (one with a bit of a twist at the end). Anyone who's a fan of romance would love A Horse With No Name.

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complex and moving     Jun 11, 2007     reviewed by Koneko    

OMG! This story always moves me to tears of happiness and joy each time i go through it. The characters are so real, one can FEEL what they feel and understand all their going through. A love story that all romantics MUST read.

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eat your heart out romantic drama     Aug 17, 2010     reviewed by Dana    

Mars was my very first manga. It's in my top 5. The story is compelling and it's easy to get drawn into Rei and Kira's dramatics. It's the classic story of bad boy meets good girl, but with twists and shocking insight into the character's pasts. I love The development of their relationship through the 15 volumes (16 including A Horse with no name). It's a good series for beginners. It enters more complicated ground, yet it's easy to follow, there aren't too many characters, stories intertwine with eachother to reveal surprises later on, and the drama never ends. Each book has an amazing climax that leaves you shaking from excitement and anticipation until you can get your hands on the next volume. My only suggestion is that you get your hands on at least the first ten volumes before you read any of them, because if you don't you'll be crying for more.

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love this manga     Mar 27, 2009     reviewed by vv    

this is probably the first complete manga set i have ever read its a great read and you should read it

there are lots of events that happend that many could say they can identify with..... its in high school and as you know there are always lots of characters that you could think you might know theres also cool moments,dreams,sad parts,and happy ones

this a total must read and its a manga you will love i do lol

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