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Uta has a crush on her brother's wife, made all the more complicated because she has moved in with the newlyweds following her parents' messy divorce. Amusing, heartbreaking, and heartwarming in turns, the story actually seems complete by the end of this first volume, but the series goes on for another six books. It's a fairly strong ensemble of characters, so I can see wanting to continue with it. And I will, though my library only has one more, alas.

As the main character tries to move on from her crush on her sister-in-law, the story moves on to reveal an intriguing secondary romance. And just when I thought the series was willing to settle into its melancholy and gentle relationship groove, there's a dramatic cliffhanger. Say what now?

I immediately submitted a request that my library purchase the next volume, and -- YAY! -- they agreed. I'm looking forward to finding out what happens next.

This volume pulls up the reins on last volume's cliffhanger and lets the characters soak in the ramifications rather than deal with them. Uta's crush on her sister-in-law is still in place, while Kaoru's marriage to her brother may be in trouble, and we tread water -- but, y'know, in a pleasing enough way -- through Christmas and New Year's.

That ending... oh man :(
It's sad to see Kaoru like this, but I completely get it. Even though I've never really been in Kaoru's situation, I did have a similar thing before, so I know more or less how it feels. Of course, it's probably way worse for her.
I also know how Uta feels. I've never in my life confessed to anyone, but I did have lots of unrequited crushes, so that part I get. I do however know what it feels like saying goodbye to someone you have unresolved issues with, but have no show more idea how to solve it.
It hurts. Both sides hurt.

It's also sad how Uta chose in the end, but I understand. I would've understood either decision.

Aww, man. This volume was so realistic, it hurts. But I love that it's like that; even if it hurts, it's better than reading about unrealistic things.

The bonus chapter tho show less