Not the best one.

This volume 2 doesn't introduce any new formula by Junji Ito. Basically, it's just about people being obsessed with Tomie and being willing to kill for her.

There is only an interesting story development in the last 3 chapters. Even so, it's very cliffhanger, but I can still tolerate it because that's indeed the storytelling style of the maestro.

I much prefer Uzumaki over Tomie.

Junji Ito's works often have a unique charm. Although this volume of Tomie may not be as outstanding as expected, it still has some亮点. The obsession and madness of the characters towards Tomie are vividly portrayed, making readers feel a sense of horror and unease.

The cliffhanger endings in the last few chapters also leave readers with a strong sense of anticipation, eager to know what will happen next.

However, compared with Uzumaki, which has a more profound theme and more complex plot, Tomie seems a bit simpler in this volume.

Overall, it's an okay read, but not one that will leave a deep impression.

Tomie is a truly terrifying Lovecraftian monstrosity, yet she is trapped within the body of an exquisitely beautiful girl. With just a single glance, she has the power to seduce nearly any man, driving them to the brink of madness with lust and envy, ultimately pushing them to commit heinous murders. Strangely, the victim of these murders is almost always Tomie herself.

Countless men and women have succumbed to Tomie's supernatural charms, and as a result, Tomie herself has endured hundreds of atrocities. However, the world soon realizes that no matter how many times they kill her, they can never be free of her cruelty. She simply keeps coming back.

The story commences with Tomie seducing her teacher and a group of male students. Driven insane by rage and lust, they brutally dismember her corpse and scatter the pieces by a river, all while fighting among themselves like wild savages. Tomie's reign of seduction seems to come to an end, but then she shows up at school the very next day, ready to drive everyone insane once again. It turns out that chopping up Tomie didn't kill her; instead, it only allowed her to divide, spread, and conquer like an army of humanoid cancer cells.

The book is a collection of stand-alone stories centered around the many replicas of Tomie. Each story offers a different perspective on the same monstrous girl. She appears as the daughter of a mourning elderly couple, the narcissistic model for a wannabe millionaire painter, a perverted child seducer, and a medical experiment gone wrong. We see many faces of Tomie, and we can never be certain which one is the real her. She is like a combination of every mythological seductress, including sirens, succubi, lamiae, Lilith, Medusa, and more. On top of that, there is Ito's signature grotesque body horror accompanying each version of this wicked maiden.

Tomie is an enigma. If you slice her open, she heals instantly. If you cut her into a hundred pieces, each piece will regenerate and develop its own form and personality. At first, we may see her as a victim due to the brutal way she is murdered by a teacher and a group of students. But as we learn more about her, it becomes clear that she almost seems to want to be killed over and over again. She is intentionally cruel, manipulative, and psychotic, playing the damsel in distress one moment and then happily destroying the lives of innocent people the next. She deliberately pushes people beyond their limits, deriving a sick pleasure from the chaos she creates as the world goes mad with lust for her beauty. And since she keeps returning, there are no limits or consequences to the amount of chaos she can unleash. It's a fascinating take on Lovecraftian horror, intertwining folklore from mythological creatures throughout history and packaging it in the body of a seemingly innocent beautiful girl.

Tomie is Junji Ito's first published manga, and its age is sometimes evident, especially at the beginning of the story. It was also published over a long period, resulting in a significant difference between the first few chapters and the later ones. If you're not initially impressed with the beginning, don't worry; the art, quality, and storytelling improve considerably as the series progresses. So, it's still a great first work and gives you a taste of the weirdness and brutality that Ito is capable of. I would recommend Uzumaki first if you're new to Ito, but Tomie is definitely worth checking out.

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Tomie ruins yet even more lives.

This series keeps getting more and more twisted!

Tomie, the mysterious and alluring character, seems to have an insatiable appetite for destruction. With each new installment, her actions become increasingly malevolent, leaving a trail of broken hearts and shattered dreams in her wake.

The story takes unexpected turns, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. Just when you think you've figured out Tomie's motives, a new revelation throws everything into question.

The author masterfully weaves a web of horror and mystery, making it impossible to put the series down.

As Tomie continues to wreak havoc, one can't help but wonder what will become of those unfortunate enough to cross her path.

Will anyone be able to stop her reign of terror? Only time will tell in this thrilling and increasingly twisted series.

Creepy.

That one word sums up a feeling that can send shivers down your spine. It's that eerie sensation when you walk into a dark, abandoned house and feel like you're not alone.

The way the floorboards creak beneath your feet, as if they're warning you to turn back. The strange noises that seem to come from nowhere, making you question your sanity.

Creepy can also describe a person or an object. A pale, expressionless face in the crowd, or a doll with its eyes staring blankly at you.

It's a feeling that lingers long after the initial encounter, making you look over your shoulder and wonder if something is lurking in the shadows.

Whether it's a haunted place, a strange occurrence, or just an unexplainable unease, the concept of creepy is one that fascinates and terrifies us all.

It taps into our deepest fears and makes us question the boundaries of what is real and what is not.

So the next time you get that creepy feeling, trust your instincts and be prepared for the unexpected. Because sometimes, the things that go bump in the night are more than just your imagination.

I really liked the story named Painter in particular.

The story of Painter seems to have a special charm that attracts me deeply.

It might be the unique plot, the vivid characters, or the profound themes that it explores.

As I read through it, I found myself completely immersed in the world that the author has created.

The details are so well-described that I could almost picture every scene in my mind.

The emotions of the characters are also very palpable, making me feel as if I was experiencing their joys and sorrows along with them.

Overall, the story of Painter is a truly wonderful piece of work that I would highly recommend to anyone who loves reading.

**"2.5 Stars: A Mixed Review"**

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Perhaps the customer service could have been better, or the quality of the materials used could have been enhanced.

Overall, the 2.5-star rating reflects the balance between the positive and negative aspects. It shows that while there is potential for improvement, there are also some redeeming qualities.

We hope that the provider will take note of the areas that need attention and work towards enhancing the product or service to provide a more satisfying experience in the future.

I have a profound love for Junji Ito.

At first, the tales seemed to have a certain repetitiveness. However, as the story progresses, the change of scenery and the mysterious suspense that shrouds the main antagonist are truly exciting and sufficient to capture one's attention.

There are indeed some really fascinating cross references and information about the enchanting woman that we gradually get to discover more about. Nevertheless, it still manages to keep us in a state of constant guessing, leaving us eager to know what will happen next.

The unique style and creativity of Junji Ito's works never fail to amaze me, making me always look forward to his new creations.

The works of Professor Junji Ito are numerous, but it cannot be denied that one of the most well-known and talked-about works of the professor must be 'Tomie'. For the 'Tomie' collection, volumes 1 and 2 are both compilations of short stories about the mysterious woman named 'Tomie'. She is beautiful and charming, but also has a mysterious and dark side. Men of all ages are attracted to her and fall in love with her. Sometimes, their love becomes so intense that they even want to kill her.

In the middle of the first volume of the 'Tomie' collection, it is the beginning of Tomie's story, the origin of the legend of the beautiful and mysterious woman. Tomie is a beautiful girl in the class who likes to play with men's hearts. Young and old men are all crazy about her. However, because of her excessive charm, the men fight each other because of their longing and jealousy. In the end, it leads to a murder. Tomie is killed, and her body is dismembered by everyone and thrown away in different places to cover up the crime. But no one knows that the body parts multiply and turn into new Tomie again and again, resulting in many strange stories for readers to follow.

I'm very happy to have read the story of Tomie. Hahaha. I have been following the works of the professor for many years, but I have never read the story of Tomie before. Why? Hehe, because the 'Tomie' collection is very difficult to buy, especially the first two volumes. It took me many years to buy the complete set. But once I read it, I found it very interesting. I have read many works (many episodes) of the professor before, but Tomie is still a story that is as interesting as other works. It has a unique charm of mystery and strangeness. Reading it, I can't help but wonder what kind of person Tomie is. She died and came back to life again. Hahaha.

The truth is, super super super sad.

I have suffered the maximum hook to Tomie as if I were one of her victims. I would go to sleep after reading a chapter, I had a 5-minute gap during the day and read a little more. I would go to take a nap thinking that I could take advantage of the time reading Tomie......

The drawing is top as always! Since this is the second volume, it doesn't have as much evolution (or at least I haven't noticed it as I did in the first volume which was something exaggerated), that the last stories are connected has seemed great to me because I never thought this would happen with Tomie. I hope all my desires that they release more compilation volumes in Spain because I know that I will never get tired of her.

It's not my favorite story/character of Junji Ito, but I missed it so much that it seemed to me as if it were the first time I read it! A 10, really.

P.S. Millions of thanks to Alberto for having left it to me

Junji Ito is truly a remarkable figure in the world of horror.

No matter what I say about him, no matter which laudatory adjective I use, it still feels insufficient.

Undoubtedly, with his unique imagination and the world he creates, Ito is one of the greatest producers of the strangest, most fearless, and most terrifying elements in this era.

In this second volume, Tomie's beauty becomes a curse for others and herself.

If there is a Junji Ito book that you haven't read among your acquaintances, hurry up and put it in the shopping cart.

His works have the power to draw you into a world of nightmares and keep you on the edge of your seat, filled with anticipation and dread.

Each story is a masterpiece, carefully crafted to send shivers down your spine and make you question the boundaries of reality and the human psyche.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience the genius of Junji Ito.

Tomie reemerges even more demoniacal in this volume, and Junji Ito presents an even more terrifying work.

Tomie continues to seduce and destroy, and the solution that I believed to be the final one, apparently, also cannot contain the demon...

I both desire and dread the third volume.

Junji Ito's art in this installment is truly remarkable. The detailed illustrations bring Tomie's malevolence to life in the most vivid way. Her eyes seem to hold a sinister allure that draws the reader in, only to reveal her true nature.

The story builds on the previous volumes, adding new layers of mystery and horror. It keeps the reader on the edge of their seat, constantly wondering what Tomie will do next and how the characters will try to stop her.

Overall, this volume is a must-read for fans of horror and Junji Ito's work. It leaves you with a sense of unease and a longing to know what will happen in the next installment.

I have really loved the entire book.

It has been a great read overall. However, the endings of each story were a bit of a letdown.

They could have been a little more creative.

Instead of following a somewhat predictable pattern, it would have been nice to see more unexpected twists and turns at the end.

This would have added an extra layer of excitement and made the stories even more memorable.

Despite this small drawback, the book still has many strengths, such as engaging characters and interesting plotlines.

Overall, I would still recommend it to others, but I hope that in future editions, the author will consider making the endings more original.