Well… It’s been a year and a half since I’ve read Devils’ Line, but even so, it has not left my mind. However, even though it was for no real reason, I’m glad I took a break from it. This volume came as a much needed inspiration and comfort during this time in my life where it wouldn’t have applied before.
I very much like how all the relationships and the story was written. However, these days I find myself unable to write lengthy reviews as I once did when I was younger.
But what I can say about this volume is that things take a less action packed sequence (though it is still not lacking in action) and take more of a maturation turn. At this point in the story, there are many things going on in many layers for many people. It’s a delicate yet sturdy web, and this time is often taken as a time of pain and growth. Choices made in the last volume have proved to have very heavy circumstances to the point where nothing can stay the same, and our characters are forced to either mourn the losses and changes or move on with them, if not both.
Some of the choices made and words placed also depict a sense of open mindedness not only for devils but also for the humanities and interrelationships of people, including devils. Perhaps this even further drives the sound theory that devils are the same as humans, that they are people, because they truly are. We also finally saw the Devils’ Line. A very interesting concept that I hope researcher Anzai might use in the future as well.
I’d hope and like to see our friends grow and heal. I feel a sense of compassion growing for “Jason” every time he appears as well. He’s a very good guy. I love all of that squad, every single one, even the “borrowed” members.
I look forward to seeing how things further unfurl. I’m also happy to see that Anzai and Tsukasa are still drawn together, even when they’re supposed to be forced apart. And they both read each other so very well, and do their utmost best to continue to be strong, stronger and stronger, for each other. I love them. I love watching them nurture what they have, through all of the steps. This is really a lovely horror romance, it’s something I will surely return to someday again even after I’ve finally finished it. And regardless of if I do or not, it is something I know will stick with me for decades.