Ai Yori Aoshi, Vol. 17 [Paperback]

Kou Fumizuki (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 9, 2007

All great harem stories must come to a close...Aoi has made her choice, and Kaoru has arrived, but will they be able to determine their own fate? Kaoru's younger brother swears that as head of the Hanabishi, he will take everything Kaoru has, including Aoi, no matter where they try to run. And when the former residents of the boarding house reunite, will the memories they share bring happiness...or tears? "A sweet tale of young lovers struggling against the traditions of their culture." --Newtype USA

Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Tokyopop (October 9, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1598168398
• ISBN-13: 978-1598168396
• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 5.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #855,441 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 stars A happy end to an enjoyable series., July 21, 2008

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S. Parker (NC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ai Yori Aoshi, Vol. 17 (Paperback)

Mild spoilers herein:

After years of being manipulated by outside forces, Kaoru and Aoi finally make their stand against those who would keep them apart. It was really great to see the courage they showed in forging their own way, including the removal of other-Kaoru as a threat. They also finally get to drop the facade and declare their love to everyone.

This issue carries a higher rating than the others (M as opposed to OT), and an advisory label on the cover, due to adult content in the middle. It's actually a very sweet conclusion to the romantic arc that's passed through the series.

The last chapter is an epilogue, through which Tina (Whom I really came to respect throughout the storyline) takes us on a tour of the cast's short-term futures. This was enjoyable, but I found the part with the nameplate to be particularly fulfilling (you'll know what I mean). I could have wished for a some Kaoru/Tina interplay at that point, but the ending as written was quite beautiful.

Overall, a great ending to a great series. It's the first one for which I was willing to buy (rather than rent). I'll miss it. If you're a romantic type, you'll like this.

5.0 out of 5 stars Goodbye Aoi!, April 11, 2008

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Ryan Bedford (Japan) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ai Yori Aoshi, Vol. 17 (Paperback)

I don't know why it took me so long to read the manga after watching the anime a few years ago, but I'm glad I finally did! It's been a great read throughout the series, even with the side stories and fan service.

This last chapter ties up all the remaining knots in the story. One word of warning though, I wouldn't read this in public; it gets pretty saucy about midway through!

5.0 out of 5 stars Climactic ending, November 15, 2007

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Daevad Tajkowski "Guild Pilot" (United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ai Yori Aoshi, Vol. 17 (Paperback)

After all the triaks, tribulations and fan service, Ai Yori Aoshi has come to a close. I won't fill this review with spoilers, I will just say that I am sorry to have the series end, all the characters feel like family. Whatever Kou Fumizuki does next, I know I will read every page.