A Condition Called Love Vol. 15

花野井くんと恋の病 [Hananoi-kun to Koi no Yamai] #15

by Megumi Morino

Hananoi-kun has made the discovery that Ginji-san, the older man who was his “friend” throughout his childhood, was actually Hotaru's grandfather! He resolves to tell her everything, but Hotaru misses their date in order to help Yao-kun's little siblings get to the hospital. Wanting to make up for the date she blew off, Hotaru herself resolves to take things between her and Hananoi-kun to the next level on the night of their one-year anniversary…

Genres: Manga, Romance, Young Adult, Shojo, Graphic Novels, Fiction, 21st Century

176 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 12, 2024

About the author

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Reviews

[Laura A. Grace · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think this is the first time with this series that I’ve thought of getting the next volume digitally because, oh my goodness, the unexpected angst!!

I already felt in the last volume that there was a hint of desperation? uncertainty? anxiety? All three of them? were starting to creep in, leaving me feeling a little bit nervous, but this volume felt like it especially had all of that and more!

I was so moved by the way Hananoi has grown as a character, and Hotaru, too! Both of them HAVE changed, as one of them pointed out, but I don’t think either has changed for the worse. I would say they both have gotten more beautiful, as I personally have grown more attached to them for their courage in having conversations that are simply just hard. They are facing things from the past that truly take courage, and I admire them both for bravely doing so.

I am, however, scared to know where this series is going because while I feel fully confident that these two deeply love each other, I just worry about what Hananoi is thinking. 

I can only hope good things are in store for these two!!

[Cee · Rating 5 out of 5]

The character development!! We are seeing so much growth from him here.

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

This volume was really intense. It focused on Hananoi’s feelings and thoughts which was nice to see after the last volume.

I know that Hananoi and Hotaru are going to overcome this, but it still made me really emotional. When Hananoi was on the beach and was about to step into the water my heart dropped. I feel like a big part of Hananoi’s story is him coming to terms/dealing with his trauma while in a relationship. It was really interesting to see him reflect on how he wanted a partner that was completely focused on him, but he also fell for Hotaru because of how selfless she is. Very contradicting things. Sometimes they seem so mature within their relationship, but scenes like this remind me that they’re still kids trying to figure themselves out and unfortunately Hananoi has a lot of negative feelings that he has to figure out. My heart hurts for him.

I was a little shocked when he compared Hotaru to his mom 😭 I totally understand where he was coming from and he wasn’t being mean but it was still a little shocking.

Also, the scene after the movie was… a lot.

[Mariána K · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think I'm starting to get frustrated lol

All the way to volume 15 now and Saki is still having the same issues that he had in the first volume. Every time I think he's finally getting over his traumas and issues they come back to haunt him. I think there's a lot of realism to that, but I also think that he's just making things harder. It's frustrating that out of the pair only the girl is making any emotional growths. Her quest was to learn what love was and felt like. His quest was to be loved, but he seems to not be able to accept it. His insecurities and self-loathing keep interfering. It just gets to the point where enough is enough. I feel bad about feeling that way but maybe it's just part of mentally bonding with the characters? You just kind of want to talk to them and help them get through their problems because you have a unique perspective of knowing everything being a reader.

[Madeline Ardouin · Rating 4 out of 5]

OMG

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

The angst…they are two very different people emotionally, and they have to work hard to match up their steps. I do like that Saki is fairly self aware, and even knows his notion of love is not quite “normal.” He’s been extra in his head and possessive, and he wants to monopolize Hotaru, but feels guilty about monopolizing her, but…and Hotaru isn’t quite sure what’s going on.

The thing is that Hotaru is an easygoing and sweet person. She finds it easy to say “it will be ok, I’ll make it up to him later!” and do what she feels needs doing. Saki isn’t like that, and he’s struggling with allowing her to be herself, or trying to cage her. He very much overthinks everything and is currently in a pretty bad place mentally. He’s even blaming himself for the death of her grandfather, as if his not meeting him that day is directly responsible for his death and Hotaru being unable to have a relationship with him. His talk with the new guy after the solo beach walk was also helpful. I like new guy’s assertion that just because people are annoying doesn’t mean he doesn’t like them. The suggestion that Saki be a writer was an intriguing one, which would allow him to WFH.

Despite their differences, they have a pretty healthy relationship, with communication and serious discussions. Saki cares very much about her boundaries and consent, even if he finds it difficult to control himself occasionally. Lucky for him the Hinase sisters don’t know what a hickey is…

[Pauline (Kiriiti's Blog) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Je le répète mais « A tes côtés » avait très mal commencé pour moi, cependant, j’ai bien fait de persévérer car l’évolution de Hananoï est particulièrement intéressante. Dans les premiers tomes, il apprenait à ne pas obéir au moindre faits et gestes d’Hotaru et à prendre soin de lui aussi. Dans cette suite, il apprend à élargir ses horizons et à créer d’autres liens que celui qu’il possède avec sa petite-amie. C’est un personnage qu’il faut suivre sur la longueur pour prendre conscience à quel point il est très bien écrit et développé.
Megumi Morino ne me déçoit pas non plus sur les autres personnages auxquels elle apporte profondeur et tendresse. Tout n’est pas parfait, il y a encore des soucis de communication, de sacrifice et de maîtrise de soi mais j’aime ces couples qui travaillent ensemble pour un avenir plus doux et qui débordent d’amour. J’ai hâte de savoir quels seront les prochains obstacles et les prochaines étapes qu’ils franchiront.

[J-Lynn · Rating 4 out of 5]

So…… he is upset because she will choose to help someone in need rather than go on a date with him. Boy oh boy, childhood traumas suck!

In the next volume, I hope these two knuckleheads communicate about this situation and find a happy solution! (*•̀ᴗ•́*)و ̑̑

….please let them find a happy solution.

[Elena · Rating 4 out of 5]

Now that I have a boyfriend I can really relate to Saki in some stuff, specially when it comes to wanting to be your partner’s number one priority (is that concerning? Lol). Really enjoyed this volume!

[Paulette · Rating 5 out of 5]

A lot sure happened here!!! Hotaru and Saki are trying so hard, but it’s not currently enough. I did really like the nuance in their miscommunications, because both are valid. They really, really care about each other.

[swa · Rating 3 out of 5]

The heck. What's up with Hananoi? He got me icks. I'm sooooo done with him. He got annoying again.

[lulu · Rating 5 out of 5]

I feel like this is the first volume in a while in which this manga did something deserving of the “deep and complex” reputation it has gained.

[bea 🪴]

i think it was cute that nishi helped hananoi when he needed it most

[Maude · Rating 5 out of 5]

hey so this one hurts a bit!

[bookishlife23 · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm appreciating the growth and back story but I want more please!

[Isabela Meza · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tengo un amor odio con Hananoi 🥲

[Miah Ochoa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’m literally in tears.

[Jess Shumaker · Rating 5 out of 5]

This volume made me emotional. You get to see Hananoi working through his trauma while being in a relationship. It def hurt my heart but I loved this volume.

[Mayesha Pervin · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5

[Laura Rosienski · Rating 5 out of 5]

oh my GAAAWD

This book made me giggle and smile and cry. It’s a beautiful series. I recommend this book series to ALL of my friends✨✨👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😊

[Minnie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Man dreht sich langsam echt nur im Kreis leider..

[Cath T · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very introspective volume for Hananoi.

[Sarah C · Rating 4 out of 5]

Yes to character development.
Absolutely if you compare to first volume.
These unnecessary things..ughhhh… pleeeeeeease just get together. Hotaru damn.

[Tachan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Suite du portrait fin et complexe d’Hananoï, l’exemple type du pervers narcissique, à qui l’autrice offre une voie de rédemption des plus ardues et complexes. Pas simple à lire tout ça !

Avec Megumi Morino, il faut toujours se méfier des apparences et heureusement que je le sais ! Car je dois dire que le début de ce tome m’a juste horripilée ! J’ai détesté le comportement des personnages : Hotaru et sa trop grande gentillesse qui en devient une malade et une source potentielle de blessure pour elle et les autres ; Hananoï qui a un comportement égoïste inexcusable à ce niveau là ! J’avais atteint un tel niveau de colère et de malaise que je ne savais quoi faire de mes sentiments.

Heureusement et c’est là tout le talent de l’autrice, elle fait évoluer ses personnages, du moins son héros. Là où Hotaru est encore un gros bébé, Hananoï/Saki lui est bien plus riche et complexe à suivre, lui, le poussin sorti de sa coquille en train de devenir adulte. Même s’il peine encore à s’en empêcher, il a pris conscience de son comportement problématique et essaie d’en changer. Il n’est juste pas aidé avec quelqu’un comme Hotaru qui, et je vais être violente pardon, est tellement gentille qu’elle en devient une carpette devant les autres. Juste pour leur faire plaisir et être heureuse par ricochet, elle est capable de n’importe quoi. C’est trop ! Alors, c’est bien de la part de l’autrice de faire travailler Saki, il serait bien maintenant de faire travaille Hotaru. Il y a urgence !

Tous ces sentiments agités ont ainsi donné lieu à bien des scènes perturbantes, entre espoir et malaise, que j’ai eu du mal à lire parfois. Si on ne va pas jusqu’au bout de cette lecture, on peut croire que l’autrice romantise certains comportements nocifs, ce n’est heureusement pas le cas. Ainsi, j’ai aimé que dans l’intimité, alors qu’ils progressent l’un vers l’autre, chacun soit capable de mettre un stop quand ça ne va pas dans la bonne direction : parce que ce n’est pas le bon moment ou que l’intention derrière est mauvaise. C’est bien de montrer aux jeunes lecteurs, que ce n’est pas parce qu’une situation est romantique, que fille ou garçon, on ne peut pas dire non parce qu’on ne le sent pas. J’ai aimé !

De la même façon, j’ai trouvé l’autrice très juste dans sa description du mal être, de la dépression (?) grandissante de Saki. On ressent le poids de son passé, que ce soit son sentiment d’abandon dû à ses parents, ou sa détresse, son poids sur la conscience suite au décès du grand-père d’Hotaru qu’il connaissait. Il est bien de voir cependant qu’il n’est pas seul et qu’il le sache d’une certaine façon, en voyant ses amis, tous, se préoccuper de lui et lui dire. L’intervention finale de Nishi est ici d’une grande beauté, simple et sobre à la fois, et tellement ce qu’un ami devrait faire ❤

Plus que la romance dans laquelle j’ai peur qu’on enferme ce titre, A tes côtés est pour moi une très belle histoire humaine, une histoire d’amitiés, une histoire de pardon. L’autrice nous y apprend à se pardonner et c’est peut-être là le plus dur. Dans ce tome, elle m’a parfois fait peur avec des situations borderline heureusement toujours réanalysées et critiquées sous le prisme du consentement. Elle écrit en ce moment un très beau mais douloureux cheminement pour Saki, qui n’est toujours pas fini, et j’aimerais qu’elle fasse de même avec la trop lisse Hotaru dont la gentillesse est toxique au bout d’un moment pour elle et les autres. A suivre.

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[Zian B. · Rating 4 out of 5]

More of a 3.5 star rating;
This was a tense volume, with Hotaru having to struggle with a difficult situation involving Yao’s younger siblings, along with Hananoi’s insecurities causing him to lash out at her a bit. It was interesting to see that this volume showed how Hotaru, can at times, have a lot to handle from an emotional standpoint with her relationship, due to all of Hananoi’s insecurities/emotional issues. And more importantly that Hananoi’s starting to recognize it. It was also really interesting to see Hotaru and Hananoi’s coworker take Hananoi away for a bit in an effort to clear his head; I hope to see more of that coworker in particular since he’s a neat side character.
Overall, I’m very curious to see how this next volume goes since I do love the realistic feel of Hotaru and Hananoi’s relationship, and their dynamic together makes you want to root for them. I just want them to make up and have an enjoyable time together now that they’ve made it past the one year mark of their relationship.

[R. · Rating 3 out of 5]

The tension doesn't let up. We have a few moments where the friends play some more supportive roles, and even the new guy from the bookstore steps in, but largely this episode is a lot of worrying about Hanananoi, who is still having problems opening up and possibly taking things the wrong way in some context as well. Poor guy seems to be carrying an extra large helping of guilt on top of everything while potentially unintentionally keeping Hotaru farther away than he would really prefer she is. Meanwhile Hotaru is just concerned with making Hanananoi happy again. Tough spot to be in.

[-moonprismpower- · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hananoi is self analyzing and realizing how his trauma is affecting not only himself but now Hotaru.
With how distant he is with Hotaru, I can suspect a break up is going to happen soon. And surprisingly, it will be Hananoi doing it!!! Which is growth for him! He needs to be alone and talk to his parents and a therapist about his abandonment issues before worrying about his love life.

[The Leppy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this series so so much. All of the characters and the way they are growing and changing together. I also just love the communication and understanding. Shoujo does romance in the best way that only a manga can and this is PEAK.

[Megan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series continues to be one of my favorites at tackling issues like codependency, self-worth, and processing trauma while in a relationship.