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The Gentlemen's Alliance †, Vol. 2 (The Gentlemen's Alliance #2)
In return for a business loan of 50 million yen, the prestigious Kamiya family gave their daughter Haine away to the Otomiya family. Haine, now an Otomiya, is appointed to the student council of the exclusive Imperial Academy, a private school for the aristocracy. Even though Haine is of proper lineage to be on the council, she finds herself struggling to find her place am...more
Paperback, 192 pages
Published
June 5th 2007
by VIZ Media LLC
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I see now that this series is focused more on humor than story. I am certainly not impressed, though. The sense of humor is lack-luster, and I just cannot follow the plot. There are too many unnecessary plot twists that seem to be added just to add drama.
I feel like too much happens all at once, and I can't concentrate on one thing. There are so many questions I have that have gone unanswered. My biggest question is, what's up with Shizumasa? How does he feel about Haine? Does he really hate he...more
I feel like too much happens all at once, and I can't concentrate on one thing. There are so many questions I have that have gone unanswered. My biggest question is, what's up with Shizumasa? How does he feel about Haine? Does he really hate he...more
Jul 10, 2012
Kereesa
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5 of 5 stars
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This second volume in the The Gentlemen's Alliance was definitely a huge improvement from it's likable, but not totally compelling debut volume. The plotline is definitely showing its soon-to-be happenings, and there was some great character revelations and developments. Ushio was a special favorite for me in this one, and Haine definitely brought some grrl power not only physically (yes, she DOES kick ass), but mentally as well. In spite of the fact she's kind of stupid, Haine is surprisingly v...more
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I found the first volume to be quite entertaining, but it is just going downhill from there.
Haine and Maguri are both head-over-heals in love with Shizumasa, despite him being a total prick. In fact, Maguri admitted to that being the reason he likes him, because "he's just so cute!"
Secondly, I felt that making Maora (view spoiler) was completely random and unnecessary to the story. It doesn't serve any purpose, except making Haine feel self-conscious about being in the cha...more
Haine and Maguri are both head-over-heals in love with Shizumasa, despite him being a total prick. In fact, Maguri admitted to that being the reason he likes him, because "he's just so cute!"
Secondly, I felt that making Maora (view spoiler) was completely random and unnecessary to the story. It doesn't serve any purpose, except making Haine feel self-conscious about being in the cha...more
Overall Rating: B
Synopsis: Written and drawn by Arina Tanemura, Gentleman's Alliance follows 15-year old Haine Otomiya as she starts high school at the exclusive Imperial Academy. Haine has been in love with Shizumasa Togu since she read the fairy tale he wrote as a child. However, he is now the Emperor (top student) at the Academy, and almost impossible to see if you aren't a Silver (second tier student) or on the student council. Haine is only a bronze, and rumor has it the Emperor already has...more
Synopsis: Written and drawn by Arina Tanemura, Gentleman's Alliance follows 15-year old Haine Otomiya as she starts high school at the exclusive Imperial Academy. Haine has been in love with Shizumasa Togu since she read the fairy tale he wrote as a child. However, he is now the Emperor (top student) at the Academy, and almost impossible to see if you aren't a Silver (second tier student) or on the student council. Haine is only a bronze, and rumor has it the Emperor already has...more
3.5 stars
The artwork is so pretty. A bit less light-hearted than the first volume as you become more aware of some character's darker emotions and manipulative natures. But it's still pretty silly at times. A pretty major secret of one character is revealed to the readers but not to Haine.
Still fun to read.
The artwork is so pretty. A bit less light-hearted than the first volume as you become more aware of some character's darker emotions and manipulative natures. But it's still pretty silly at times. A pretty major secret of one character is revealed to the readers but not to Haine.
Still fun to read.
Despite having a bit of what I like to call the "Usagi" syndrome (see Sailor Moon) , Haine is a likeable character that you can't help but root for. Now that there us some mystery regarding the Shizun's as well as some surprises from Haine's old family, the story is definitely heating up.
I would recommend reading this along with the others. I say this because I read the whole series without bk. 2 and thought all was good, but I was wrong. So glad I read this! (It took me long enough.)
recommend to hardcore shojo readers... this kind of manga is what you usually start with... unless u hate lots of screentone, big eyes, crying about some kind of boy (even the boys cry), and girlyness READ IT!
[Ch. 5-9:]
Pretty good chapters. You find out something interesting about all the characters, but two I found really shocking or insightful. Don't know how I feel about the "fake" Shizumasa-sama.
Pretty good chapters. You find out something interesting about all the characters, but two I found really shocking or insightful. Don't know how I feel about the "fake" Shizumasa-sama.
Review in 75 Words or Less: Being familiar with Tanemura's previous works, I was very excited to start this series. The Gentleman's Alliance Cross was almost everything I had hoped for. The premise is interesting.. the characters were fun and hilarious, but I had a really hard time following the plot at times. While the overall plot stays on a main focus, the chapter's scenes seem to jump around a lot. Giving the reader almost a discombobulating experience.
Final Verdict: A fun and exciting read...more
Final Verdict: A fun and exciting read...more
Okay, this is starting to make a LITTLE bit more sense, although it's still pretty out there. I'll keep going with it though, if only to see who ends up together in the end.
Great manga I am really enjoying this series. High school drama with a lot of family issues its great.
This volume was a little better thent the first one.
A lot more interesting. Still kind of mean here and there though.
I can't wait to see whats going to happen. Although it might be awhile, oh well
A lot more interesting. Still kind of mean here and there though.
I can't wait to see whats going to happen. Although it might be awhile, oh well
Oh, the drama! The deliciously twisty plotlines! The unrequited romance!
I adore this series.
I adore this series.
Aug 20, 2009
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Gentlemen's Alliance , Vol. 2 (The Gentlemen's Alliance ) by Arina Tanemura (2007)
A random volume my friend bought as a Christmas present. So I read it.
some of the girls look too much alike so I keep getting confused.
I really liked this book. It kept me hooked the entire time!
It was better...and fascinating, actually. So many unexpected events!
Haine is growing on me :) Lots of twists in this volume!
My question's keep getting bigger and bigger as i read on.
...Wait..what?
Amazing!!!
love.
With the extra-duty of being a Platinum piled on Haine's head, she finds less time to spend mooning after The Emperor. However, to please her ethics he rearranges the way the student council does business. Secrets about Haine are revealed, dopplegangers are drawn, evil fathers come to light!
The subplots are developed more in the second volume, becoming more interesting than the primary story line as the author digs into the cast of supporting characters.
The subplots are developed more in the second volume, becoming more interesting than the primary story line as the author digs into the cast of supporting characters.
Jan 23, 2009
Steph
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4 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
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read Tanemura's other works
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Not bad, and I love the art. Arina Tanemura is one of the greatest artist of mangas in my opinion. The story line still confuses me, but I'm starting to understand it and I love all the plot twists.
Woah! So many secrets! I can't wait to see how everyone takes finding out these secrets!
Still love her artwork and the complex relationships she developed in this series.
Yeah Shizumasa and Haine. Such a good series. Return her feelings already Shizumasa.
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Arina Tanemura was born on March 12, 1978. She's the author of Full Moon O Sagashite, Time Stranger Kyoko, Kamikaze Kaito Jeanne, The Gentlemen's Alliance Cross, Sakura Hime Kaden, ION, Short-Tempered Melancholic, and more.
Her favorite hobby is Karaoke. One song that she sings is Smile, originally by Myco. She has two cats, named Riku and Kai. She has one elder and one younger sister and one broth...more
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Her favorite hobby is Karaoke. One song that she sings is Smile, originally by Myco. She has two cats, named Riku and Kai. She has one elder and one younger sister and one broth...more
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