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Books : Les Bijoux (Les Bijoux), Vol. 1 (v. 1)In association with Amazon.comRating:  - interestingwhile i read alot of manga... really have to find that manga sugar-daddy... this one was okay... i get the gothic part... i get the change to a girl part... however when i get to the point were i cannot tell who is the good guy and who is the bad guy, i am confused... the art makes a lot of the characters look a lot alike... but other then that the story is not bad... Rating: - Wonderful art, confusing storyLet me start by saying that Park Sang-Sun is my favourite artist, and you can see her talent by flipping through the pages of Les Bijoux. However, cramming such a detailed and immense world/story into five volumes was not a great idea. This first volume does a decent job of introducing the world of Les Bijoux, though I would say that it's a bit overwhelming and unclear at times. For a first-time reader I'd suggest reading the first TWO volumes to get a grasp on whether you want to continue or not. For fans of gorgeous men and a new style of fantasy, this series is for you. However, some might be put off by the sometimes intense violence and sexual themes. (Definitely NOT for younger readers!) note: the pictures that Amazon provides are actually from vol. 4. Rating:  - a good yaoi I liked this series but do have one thing to critisize. Ok, the first book kina jumps into the plot and its a lot of stuff to handle at one time. Other than that, I thought the artwork is fantastic, the rest of the books (and this one) is great, and the I like the whole pretty boy love story. *sigh* The most emotional thing about this series is the changes the characters go through in the books. By the last one they are totally different people, which isn't always a bad thing. Rating: - Jewelicious!!I have the whole collection and boy do I ever love it!! The first time I noticed the first volume while looking for another yaoi,I wasn't sure for the name threw me off but after I read one chapter I know it was a must buy, must have. The artwork totally rocks!!!!! I began to bond with the characters as the story prolonged. Lapis-Lazuli was my favorite but also Diamond. I know he was not all that bad but you gotta give it to him all he wanted was his jewel. The ending was oh boy I bawled through the whole 5th book man I didn't think I was going to buy it but I did. But it was an awesome the story itself was full many a meaning but I let you decide what they are. Oh I have the Tarot Cafe and Ark Angel both done by Sang-sun Pak boy I love her artwaork I just can't get enough. I drew Diamond, Lapis, and Panther and placed them on my folder. Rating: - Art and Depth a Perfect GemI've read a lot of mixed reviews on this series and I'm surprised. I collect a lot of gothic and bishonen mangas and this one is at the top of my list. The art is truly breathtaking, and once you "get" the story the depth of characterization and plot is fascinating. The true test of a good manga is if you want to re-read the stories again, and if you can't wait for the next book. This one passes the test in spades. It is not a light read, though. You discover that even the worst-seeming villains, like real life, have a depth of humanity and even redemption. The quest for power, battle techniques and sad history truly allows you to feel for every character, even the minor ones. Instead of finding it confusing, I enjoyed the detailed plot set-up in the first and second book. Book four throws a few more sub-plots into the mix and I'm not sure how every detail will wrap up in the final book but I'm certainly looking forward to it. Get the first two books, and get caught up in the world of Les Bijoux...you won't regret it. |
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