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QQスイーパー [QQ Sweeper] #2
QQ Sweeper 2
Nachdem sie den Aufnahmetest bestanden hat, lebt und arbeitet Fumi nun im Hause Horikita. Doch dieses friedliche Leben hat schnell ein Ende, als Fumi aus heiterem Himmel heraus von einem Mitschüler angegriffen und gewürgt wird. Sofort befürchtet sie, von ihrer Pechsträhne eingeholt worden zu sein, und beschließt, Kuytaro und seine Familie zu verlassen …
192 pages, Paperback
First published February 26, 2015
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Kyousuke Motomi
67 books782 followersKyousuke Motomi (最富キョウスケ Motomi Kyōsuke) is a Japanese mangaka whose stories have frequently been published in the monthly Betsucomi magazine. She is most currently working on Dengeki Daisy.
She uses a male pseudonym and draws herself as a man, but she's actually female."If my stories can touch you, make you laugh, forget unhappy things, or even give you that 'good job' feeling, then I'll be super, super happy!" - Kyousuke Motomi
She uses a male pseudonym and draws herself as a man, but she's actually female."If my stories can touch you, make you laugh, forget unhappy things, or even give you that 'good job' feeling, then I'll be super, super happy!" - Kyousuke Motomi
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July 2, 2023
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Updated Review 6/17/23: "I…I'll NEVER give up hope. I won't. Maybe it's not HERE but there's gotta be a place for me somewhere."
Another incredible volume!
I think it's interesting to read my original review and how this time I was deeply struck by Fumi's determination to remain hopeful. No matter how many horrible things she is told time and time again, she refuses to give up hope in her situation. It made me get emotional seeing her say it AND seeing the art because with every line and detail, you can see her passion in that statement. Makes ME hopeful that hope is the foundation of this story because hope is such a beautiful and powerful thing, especially in light of what these sweepers too. They inspire me to want to be more diligent in my own mental health, but also in those around me too. When Kyutaro was explaining about the bugs and curses, my heart ached knowing how true his words were that so many people are trapped.
While it's on a completely different note, that last scene with Kyutaro and Fumi!!! :o :o :o Oh my goodness!! I'm like what is going to happen next because even though I've read QQ Sweeper before, I don't remember what happens and need to see them (hopefully!!) have their own romance form and bloom!
So excited to read more!!
Original Review 12/11/22: "But the good news is basically anything is possible. As long as we have faith."
WOW! This volume hit me HARD! I'm not even sure I can put all my words into this review, except that I will be buying this series ASAP! (I haven't decided if I'll get Queen's Quality yet, even though I do have all the volumes checked out from my library currently!)
We see a lot more into Fumi's backstory, which was definitely VERY surprising, but the reason I loved this volume so much is the focus on community and how we are not alone. These sweepers have come together as more than just coworkers, but as a family who loves and cares for one another. They spoke about more or less sharing their burdens with each other because the jobs they do can be wearisome on the spirit and I just could not even because that resonated so deeply with me, especially in relation to Fumi's struggles. She is always searching, but here she has found her people, her family, who are willing to teach her and walk with her as they all grow together. Plus the themes of never stop hoping and faith were very moving. Truly, it was extremely powerful.
So powerful in fact, that I honestly feel I need to reread this volume to soak everything in. Such a great and fantastic volume and even more excited to read the final volume of this prequel series to Queen's Quality!
Updated Review 6/17/23: "I…I'll NEVER give up hope. I won't. Maybe it's not HERE but there's gotta be a place for me somewhere."
Another incredible volume!
I think it's interesting to read my original review and how this time I was deeply struck by Fumi's determination to remain hopeful. No matter how many horrible things she is told time and time again, she refuses to give up hope in her situation. It made me get emotional seeing her say it AND seeing the art because with every line and detail, you can see her passion in that statement. Makes ME hopeful that hope is the foundation of this story because hope is such a beautiful and powerful thing, especially in light of what these sweepers too. They inspire me to want to be more diligent in my own mental health, but also in those around me too. When Kyutaro was explaining about the bugs and curses, my heart ached knowing how true his words were that so many people are trapped.
While it's on a completely different note, that last scene with Kyutaro and Fumi!!! :o :o :o Oh my goodness!! I'm like what is going to happen next because even though I've read QQ Sweeper before, I don't remember what happens and need to see them (hopefully!!) have their own romance form and bloom!
So excited to read more!!
Original Review 12/11/22: "But the good news is basically anything is possible. As long as we have faith."
WOW! This volume hit me HARD! I'm not even sure I can put all my words into this review, except that I will be buying this series ASAP! (I haven't decided if I'll get Queen's Quality yet, even though I do have all the volumes checked out from my library currently!)
We see a lot more into Fumi's backstory, which was definitely VERY surprising, but the reason I loved this volume so much is the focus on community and how we are not alone. These sweepers have come together as more than just coworkers, but as a family who loves and cares for one another. They spoke about more or less sharing their burdens with each other because the jobs they do can be wearisome on the spirit and I just could not even because that resonated so deeply with me, especially in relation to Fumi's struggles. She is always searching, but here she has found her people, her family, who are willing to teach her and walk with her as they all grow together. Plus the themes of never stop hoping and faith were very moving. Truly, it was extremely powerful.
So powerful in fact, that I honestly feel I need to reread this volume to soak everything in. Such a great and fantastic volume and even more excited to read the final volume of this prequel series to Queen's Quality!
June 3, 2018
This series keeps getting better! Really enjoyed this volume despite it being as creepy as ever. We learn more about Fumi’s past and her identity! I really hope Kyutaro and Fumi get together <3
March 8, 2025
Even better than volume one. I'm officially invested.
May 24, 2024
Wow, things got intense for both Fumi and Kyutaro in this volume in both good and bad ways. Kyutaro’s past and his missing friend broke my heart and made me feel so much for him especially since I could relate to not having friends while growing up and being seen as “weird” by other kids, which is why her leaving is just so sad for Kyutaro and helped me understand and connect with him on a deeper level.
And poor Fumi! I feel so bad for her being blamed for things that aren’t or weren’t her fault and being called cursed and other horrible things she doesn’t deserve as she’s amazing and so bright and cheerful. I’m so glad she has the sweepers now and that they fight so hard to keep her and be there for her no matter what, not to mention each other. I love their family dynamic so much. 🥰🥰
The art is stunning as always and I love how you can just FEEL what’s going on or how the characters react to things and it’s just so powerful and I love it. I also love how this story is so serious and handles dark topics but also has humor sprinkled throughout at just the right moments that often had me cracking up or smiling. The mangaka strikes the perfect balance between these two that is just borderline, Yona of the Dawn masterful, and I love it.
This is such a hidden gem of a manga series and I look forward to reading more!
‼️Content‼️
Language: what the heck; heck; freakin’; what the; sucks
Violence: a guy grabs a girl and takes her into a shed; a guy chokes a girl; a girl hits a guy in self defense; a guy tackles a girl running away from him (played as humorous); a guy fights giant bees/wasps (nothing over PG-13);
Sexual: a kiss; a guy says a girl won’t get pregnant by lying next to him (this is played for humor)
Drug/Alcohol: adults drink some whiskey
Other: giant bugs mentally “infest” people; magic; supernatural powers; characters go into people’s minds and clean out bad/negative thoughts/emotions; a girl is called a curse; the use of hypnosis for medical reasons; characters’ spirits step out of their bodies; a creepy black egg starts to hatch in a nightmare; a mention that high school students see a fortune teller (not said in a good light)
And poor Fumi! I feel so bad for her being blamed for things that aren’t or weren’t her fault and being called cursed and other horrible things she doesn’t deserve as she’s amazing and so bright and cheerful. I’m so glad she has the sweepers now and that they fight so hard to keep her and be there for her no matter what, not to mention each other. I love their family dynamic so much. 🥰🥰
The art is stunning as always and I love how you can just FEEL what’s going on or how the characters react to things and it’s just so powerful and I love it. I also love how this story is so serious and handles dark topics but also has humor sprinkled throughout at just the right moments that often had me cracking up or smiling. The mangaka strikes the perfect balance between these two that is just borderline, Yona of the Dawn masterful, and I love it.
This is such a hidden gem of a manga series and I look forward to reading more!
‼️Content‼️
Language: what the heck; heck; freakin’; what the; sucks
Violence: a guy grabs a girl and takes her into a shed; a guy chokes a girl; a girl hits a guy in self defense; a guy tackles a girl running away from him (played as humorous); a guy fights giant bees/wasps (nothing over PG-13);
Sexual: a kiss; a guy says a girl won’t get pregnant by lying next to him (this is played for humor)
Drug/Alcohol: adults drink some whiskey
Other: giant bugs mentally “infest” people; magic; supernatural powers; characters go into people’s minds and clean out bad/negative thoughts/emotions; a girl is called a curse; the use of hypnosis for medical reasons; characters’ spirits step out of their bodies; a creepy black egg starts to hatch in a nightmare; a mention that high school students see a fortune teller (not said in a good light)
January 31, 2018
This was even better than the first one!
Fumi finally tells the family that she is cursed and she doesn't know why. She doesn't have a single memory from over ten years ago. She tells them she has to leave so they won't get hurt as those closet to her get hurt the worst. They tell her no, that she has to stay because she works for them. Really, they just want to help her and knew she'd stay if they guilted her.
Kyutaro's struggling with how much Fumi reminds him of the little girl he met and fell in love with years ago. He is the one that catches her trying to run away and dries her back into the house where they have their long talk. He finally thinks he knows for sure if she is the girl from ten years ago by the way she eats the candy.
This one is so cute in parts, action filled in some parts, and rather icky from the wicked bug in other parts. The story is so much fun and I can't wait to get to the next volume!
Fumi finally tells the family that she is cursed and she doesn't know why. She doesn't have a single memory from over ten years ago. She tells them she has to leave so they won't get hurt as those closet to her get hurt the worst. They tell her no, that she has to stay because she works for them. Really, they just want to help her and knew she'd stay if they guilted her.
Kyutaro's struggling with how much Fumi reminds him of the little girl he met and fell in love with years ago. He is the one that catches her trying to run away and dries her back into the house where they have their long talk. He finally thinks he knows for sure if she is the girl from ten years ago by the way she eats the candy.
This one is so cute in parts, action filled in some parts, and rather icky from the wicked bug in other parts. The story is so much fun and I can't wait to get to the next volume!
May 7, 2021
There is just something about this series that makes me continue reading it more. Honestly, this is not the type of series I ever thought I would read, but something about the leads' past, and the vagueness and mystery behind this story that makes me want to continue reading this. In this volume, some of the mysteries start getting answered a bit, but then we end up with another question by the end. I think Motomi-sensei does a pretty good job writing this, as it makes the readers want more but at the same time, it doesn't make them feel like they're not getting anything. Idk if what I said made sense but whatever the case, I am excited to read the last volume of QQ Sweeper. :)
May 7, 2023
This is a much more adventurous volume, with more danger and mystery! Who is Fumi really? The idea of the collective unconscious was interestingly done, and as Fumi thinks about it her confusion mirrors mine when trying to think about something like that! A darker story, but still really good.
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August 6, 2023
I’M SO INVESTED! The ending thickened the plot so much, on every account… especially knowing how Queen’s Quality starts off. If I wasn’t so tired I’d start the third volume rn, but it’ll have to wait for tomorrow. The art is 10/10 omg.
March 7, 2019
Actual rating 3.5. Another fun installment, with cleaning tips, bugs, and plot twists.
June 23, 2022
THIS SLAYED
April 3, 2024
This was so good actually!
February 2, 2016
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Admittedly, I wasn't sold on the story from the first Volume - cleaning as a special attack? A broom as a weapon against demons? Pages devoted to cleaning tips? Somehow, watching our heroine ecstatically cleaning a toilet doesn't necessarily make for a riveting scene. But with volume 2, the cleaning takes a back seat to finally bringing us the true story: a mysterious past for Fumi that may just tie directly in with "Q" Kyutaru as well.Story: Kyutaro agonizes over memories of Fuyu - a girl who kept him company when his family disappeared - and then disappeared herself. Fumi reminds him so much of her but he can't understand why since both girls are so different. When a school friend attacks Fumi, the Sweeper team is brought in to exorcise him. But Fumi is sure she is the catalyst - a cursed girl who causes grief everywhere. And with that realization comes a desperate bid by Fumi to save the Sweepers by leaving them permanently.
The plot is making sense now and we're finally get a taste of Motomi's writing strength. I absolutely adored Dengeki Daisy but admit it carried on much too long. I am hoping with QQ Sweeper, the story will stay focused on Fumi's mysterious past and not go off on tangents. Certainly, this Volume 2 was a page turner and kept me interested to the end.
Motomi has a great way with romantic moments but she definitely spaces them out. With QQ Sweeper, her art has matured and there aren't as many overly-busy small panels. There are parallels to Dengeki Daisy, yes, and certainly this story doesn't stray too far from that mold (strong willed girl with mysterious link to bad things - and the strong willed guy who is going to protect/save her). But there's a great story in here now and I am looking forward to seeing where it goes. Reviewed from an advance reader copy provided by the publisher.
February 21, 2016
Really enjoyed this second volume! The prince charming and cleaning temes are downplayed in this volume as the story arc gets started. We found out Fumi has a big problem and the story firmly sets itself in the paranormal as the Sweepers gather together to help Fumi find out who is after her. Fumi joins the group and does a sweeping with them to clear the mind of a boy from school who had attacked her. I really liked the paranormal aspect of this manga, with bugs as the bad guys, you can't go wrong with giving me the willies and I like that the sweepers help people in mental distress. The humour side is fun and this looks like it's going to be an excellent mix of paranormal romance. Can't wait for the next volume to see if it continues in the same vein.
May 7, 2024
I saw "Queen's Quality" in the library before learning it was a sequel to this and checked the first volume of that out first. I did not read past the first few pages, but I see how this series is really setting up the story for the next series.
This volume had a decent pace with lots of clues to foreshadow what may happen next.
I like the main characters(Fumi, Q, Granny and Koichi) and also like the way they are drawn.
I quite like all the illustrations in this manga.
I am excited to see how this story continues.
This volume had a decent pace with lots of clues to foreshadow what may happen next.
I like the main characters(Fumi, Q, Granny and Koichi) and also like the way they are drawn.
I quite like all the illustrations in this manga.
I am excited to see how this story continues.
October 12, 2016
Who could have predicted I'd like a UF manga where cleaning is the focal point.
April 21, 2019
Cleaner Kyutaro and apprentice Fumi fight evil bugs to cleanse a boy's mind.
I'm not really loving this series: there's not enough happening and the character building is too dreamy for me (close up of faces with soft edges with light flashes). If you're an apprentice, I feel you should follow the directions of your trainer, particularly when someone's mental health/life is involved, so Fumi whooshing off on her own bothers me. I'll read the next one but mostly because I know it's the final volume.
I'm not really loving this series: there's not enough happening and the character building is too dreamy for me (close up of faces with soft edges with light flashes). If you're an apprentice, I feel you should follow the directions of your trainer, particularly when someone's mental health/life is involved, so Fumi whooshing off on her own bothers me. I'll read the next one but mostly because I know it's the final volume.
February 21, 2020
Oh how I love so much about this series! The art, the story, the characters, all of it! I don't know that I will have enough of these characters by the end. The whole concept of going in and cleaning out the negativity in people is amazing! I love the visual that this creates. I am ready to dive into Queen's Quality now, and can't wait!
September 6, 2024
Vol. 1 ★★★☆☆
This volume delves into the backstories of the characters and expands on the worldbuilding. It strikes a good balance between mystery and humor. On top of that, Kyutaro and Fumi have a great dynamic together and it's fun to see them interact.
This volume delves into the backstories of the characters and expands on the worldbuilding. It strikes a good balance between mystery and humor. On top of that, Kyutaro and Fumi have a great dynamic together and it's fun to see them interact.
April 8, 2017
حبيت الكروس الاوفر مع دينجيكي ديزي , الفوليوم كان ممتع ولطيف وحبيب وطبعا طلعت فومي هي نفسها فويو , الشي الي استغربه هي حطت اليد على الراس , في العالم الحقيقي انا مستعده آكل اصابيع اي احد يحط يده على راسي أكره الحركه هذي 1000 , ما ادري ايش سرها مع اليابانيين يحبوها
November 30, 2020
This is clever and sweet.
May 5, 2019
4.5 stars.
October 30, 2017
Today's post is on QQ Sweeper volume 2 by Kyousuke Motomi. It is 192 pages long and is published by Shojo Beat. It is the second in her QQ Sweeper series, you need to have read the first volume to understand what is going on. The cover is blue with the three main characters on it. The intended reader is someone who likes shojo, cute characters, and an interesting world. There is no foul language, no sex, and no violence in this volume. The story closely follows the main female character. There Be Spoilers Ahead.
From the back of the book- Fumi's image keeps overlapping with that of Fuyu, Kyutaro';s childhood crush, who remains in his thoughts to this day. Meanwhile, Fumi starts to work as a Sweeper with Kyutaro's family, but she struggles with keeping her past a secret. Has Fumi finally found a place to call home or will her cursed past catch up to her?
Review- We get Fumi's past or at least what she can remember of it, which is not much. Her memories only go back ten years, which when Kyutaro's friend disappeared and something terrible happened to the sweepers in the area. Kyutaro realized that Fumi is his childhood friend and we ,the reader's, see that someone is hunting her. The two adults in the series know that too by the end of the volume but no one knows why anyone would want to hunt Fumi. The plot is moving along nicely and I have really enjoyed the character growth in this volume. Only one more volume in this first series and Queen's Quality is starting here in America in September. Motomi is quickly becoming one of my favorite shojo manga-kas.
I give this volume a Five out of Five stars. I get nothing for my review and I bought this manga with my own money.
From the back of the book- Fumi's image keeps overlapping with that of Fuyu, Kyutaro';s childhood crush, who remains in his thoughts to this day. Meanwhile, Fumi starts to work as a Sweeper with Kyutaro's family, but she struggles with keeping her past a secret. Has Fumi finally found a place to call home or will her cursed past catch up to her?
Review- We get Fumi's past or at least what she can remember of it, which is not much. Her memories only go back ten years, which when Kyutaro's friend disappeared and something terrible happened to the sweepers in the area. Kyutaro realized that Fumi is his childhood friend and we ,the reader's, see that someone is hunting her. The two adults in the series know that too by the end of the volume but no one knows why anyone would want to hunt Fumi. The plot is moving along nicely and I have really enjoyed the character growth in this volume. Only one more volume in this first series and Queen's Quality is starting here in America in September. Motomi is quickly becoming one of my favorite shojo manga-kas.
I give this volume a Five out of Five stars. I get nothing for my review and I bought this manga with my own money.
March 17, 2020
This is a very sweet, short series. The art style is clean and one that I gravitated towards instantly. I loved that this volume gave me more character interactions. I am a sucker for character development and plot. While some of the plot points were expected, it did not detract from the enjoyment I had while reading.
November 12, 2015
Loving this series SO MUCH. Hate that I have to wait for more..
March 8, 2016
Are we dealing with a curse? Or something else entirely? The plot becomes more intense, as do the emotions as the mystery of Fumi is unraveled...somewhat. Really loving this concept.
November 21, 2016
Hehe... mulai berasa deh romannya ;-9
June 2, 2023
Definitely a slow start in volume 1 but I loved this volume!! I’m super into it
December 5, 2023
When this volume picks up, Fumi’s been living with the Horikitas for a month. Q calls her a “shameless little miss sunshine” which honestly is true. Whether she’s making up silly cleaning songs or giving her search for Prince Charming her full attention, Fumi’s determination not to give up hope despite her past (more on that in a minute) is, frankly, utterly sweet and somewhat awe-inspiring. And anyway, what’s a better counterpoint to all of Kyutaro’s talk of mental illness than hope?
Fumi finally begins to open up to the Horikitas about her past and her “curse.” Among other things, Fumi reveals that her earliest memory is only from ten years ago – something that lines up with a pivotal occurrence in Kyutaro’s life.
A large part of the plot revolves around the mysterious Fuyu and Kyutaro’s relationship with her. Kyutaro only knew her for one winter – during a particularly bad period of his life – but has never been able to forget her. Whether the rest of his family believe she’s real or just something a lonely boy imagined up, Kyutaro still has a lot of trauma around the way she left. Strangely enough, many of Fumi’s actions seem to be stirring up his memories of Fuyu.
Up until now, besides Fumi’s doubts, the main antagonists have been the bugs. The end of this volume teases a new and much more active villain role, something that I’m hoping reveals more clues about Fumi’s past! On to the next!
Fumi finally begins to open up to the Horikitas about her past and her “curse.” Among other things, Fumi reveals that her earliest memory is only from ten years ago – something that lines up with a pivotal occurrence in Kyutaro’s life.
A large part of the plot revolves around the mysterious Fuyu and Kyutaro’s relationship with her. Kyutaro only knew her for one winter – during a particularly bad period of his life – but has never been able to forget her. Whether the rest of his family believe she’s real or just something a lonely boy imagined up, Kyutaro still has a lot of trauma around the way she left. Strangely enough, many of Fumi’s actions seem to be stirring up his memories of Fuyu.
Up until now, besides Fumi’s doubts, the main antagonists have been the bugs. The end of this volume teases a new and much more active villain role, something that I’m hoping reveals more clues about Fumi’s past! On to the next!
May 14, 2020
Warnings: physical assault
This book delves into the backstory of the characters, and a bit about the lore of the Sweepers. When Fumi is attacked by a senior at school, who had become corrupted by the evil, she is reminded by the past she is running from. After she tries to leave the Horikitas, there is a whole confrontation and Fumi's past is revealed as a kid who seems to be cursed, and people who have been giving up on her, but she herself still searching for a place she can belong. Meanwhile, Kyutaro starts to see more and more similarities between her and the childhood friend he had met one winter 10 years ago, and who disappeared. Fumi's lack of memories prior to 10 years ago also solidly points out that she may be the girl called Fuyu, but whether she is cursed or not really remains to be seen, as she is once again folded back into the family.
This book delves into the backstory of the characters, and a bit about the lore of the Sweepers. When Fumi is attacked by a senior at school, who had become corrupted by the evil, she is reminded by the past she is running from. After she tries to leave the Horikitas, there is a whole confrontation and Fumi's past is revealed as a kid who seems to be cursed, and people who have been giving up on her, but she herself still searching for a place she can belong. Meanwhile, Kyutaro starts to see more and more similarities between her and the childhood friend he had met one winter 10 years ago, and who disappeared. Fumi's lack of memories prior to 10 years ago also solidly points out that she may be the girl called Fuyu, but whether she is cursed or not really remains to be seen, as she is once again folded back into the family.
January 12, 2023
I like that each episodes build off of one another. So, you get a full story, instead of mini-episodes. Since I started the sequel series, I know what happens, but I guess it helps me understanding a little more about the couple.
Kyutaro and Fumi have great tension and this is a full romance manga. Not sure if I like the pacing, it's moving a little too fast, but at least the main couple have a great bond and there is little to no tension (besides Fumi feeling a little sad about Kyutaro previous lover).
I love the whole concept of bugs being negative thoughts and the main leads are the sweepers that clean the world. It's a simple concept but effective in reading. Nothing should be over complicated since the graphics should do most of the work.
Kyutaro and Fumi have great tension and this is a full romance manga. Not sure if I like the pacing, it's moving a little too fast, but at least the main couple have a great bond and there is little to no tension (besides Fumi feeling a little sad about Kyutaro previous lover).
I love the whole concept of bugs being negative thoughts and the main leads are the sweepers that clean the world. It's a simple concept but effective in reading. Nothing should be over complicated since the graphics should do most of the work.
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