Mars: Vol. 6

by Fuyumi Soryo

Synopsis
Kira and Rei are definitely in love -- but no one said love was easy. When a new guy enrolls in their school, he instantly develops a big crush on both Rei and Kira. (Gulp!) To make matters worse, it turns out that this mysterious stranger is actually a face from Rei's violent past. Slowly, Kira begins to discover Rei's darker side, but she's not so sure she likes what she sees. As scandalous stories and shocking secrets are revealed, Kira hopes beyond hope that their love will conquer all.

Review
This new character, Masao, is really irritating. And sick, he's really, really sick. I don't know what it is about him, but he seems to bring out the worst in Rei, which freaks Kira out, and it starts to change how she thinks and feels about him. I kinda wonder to myself if Masao is just really good at manipulating people around him, without them realizing it. I wish that Kira would listen to Rei more, especially about Masao, but understandably, she doesn't, having seen some of his darker side.

Unfortunately, there's not a lot to say about this volume, as it mostly revolves around Masao, the characters getting to know him, and understanding his true, sick nature. It's a really good volume, but pretty messed up, too.

Final thought: I have to read more!