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すき。だからすき [Suki. Dakara Suki] #1

Suki: A like story, Vol. 01

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Hinata lives alone with her teddy bears until she finds companionship with her teacher! Is this forbidden love or something else?

192 pages, Paperback

First published June 17,1999
Series
すき。だからすき [Suki. Dakara Suki]
Places
japan, 

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Format
192 pages, Paperback
Published
February 10, 2004 by TokyoPop
ISBN
9781591827603
ASIN
1591827604
Language
English

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Ōkawa Nanase 大川七瀬
[born: 2 May 1967; Ōsaka, bloodtype: A]

Mokona Apapa もこなあぱぱ
[born: 16 Jun 1968, Kyōto; bloodtype: A]

Nekoi Mick 猫井みっく
[born: 21 Jan 1969, Kyōto; bloodtype: O]

Igarashi Satsuki 五十嵐さつき
[born: 8 Feb 1969, Kyōto; bloodtype: A]


CLAMP originally began in 1989 as a twelve-member dōjinshi circle, but by 1990, the circle had diminished from twelve to seven. Of the remaining seven, Tamayo Akiyama, Sei Nanao, and Leeza Sei left the group during the production of the RG Veda manga. Other former members of CLAMP also included Soushi Hishika, O-Kyon, Kazue Nakamori, Yuzuru Inoue and Shinya Ōmi. Currently, there are four members in the group.

In 2004, CLAMP's 15th anniversary as a mangaka group, the members changed their names from Nanase Ohkawa, Mokona Apapa, Mick Nekoi, and Satsuki Igarashi to Ageha Ohkawa, Mokona, Tsubaki Nekoi and Satsuki Igarashi (her name is pronounced the same, but written with different characters) respectively. The August 2004 issue of Newtype USA, a magazine specializing in events of the anime and manga subcultures, reported that the members of CLAMP simply wanted to try out new names. In a later interview with Ohkawa, it was revealed that initially Mokona wanted to drop her surname because it sounded too immature for her liking, while Nekoi disliked people commenting that her name was the same as Mick Jagger's. Ohkawa and Igarashi, wanting to go with the flow of Nekoi's and Mokona's name changes, changed their names as well.

In 2006, they made their first USA public debut at Anime Expo in Anaheim, California. They were well received at the convention, with 6,000 fans in attendance at their panel.

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_Lesscells
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July 15,2025
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I'm an extremely avid fan of CLAMP. I'm well aware that they have a penchant for writing about teacher-student romance stories, and this one is no exception.


The premise is quite sad. A naïve and kind girl lives alone in a big house, and a stranger moves into the house next door. Surprisingly, the stranger turns out to be her new homeroom teacher. She enjoys the attention (outside of school) that he lavishes on her. Her other friends are fully cognizant of what's happening with their friend and they attempt to warn her, albeit not in a direct and straightforward manner. However, she simply dismisses their concerns.


It's interesting in the sense that it constantly makes you ask yourself "why this" and "why that". But overall, it's just a story of a student having a crush on her new teacher.


I really like the art. Since it's the classic CLAMP art style, I'm awarding this manga four stars.

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chaspete
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July 15,2025
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As an adult, I have been longing to reread some works by Clamp.

I remember picking up "Suki" in middle school. At that time, I don't think I really liked it very much.

I think I still have a vague memory of the twist in the story, but I'm not entirely sure.

The overall plot of the work seems a bit strange and perhaps not entirely appropriate.

Nevertheless, the setup is quite well done in the sense that it manages to arouse my curiosity and makes me eager to know what will happen next.

Maybe upon rereading, I will have a different perspective and understanding of this work.

I'm looking forward to rediscovering the charm and details that I might have overlooked when I was younger.

It will be an interesting journey to revisit these works and see how my perception has changed over the years.

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Ultimaeon
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July 15,2025
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This particular style of art is not really one of my favorites.

It has a certain charm that I just can't seem to fully appreciate. Maybe it's the bold colors or the unique compositions that don't quite resonate with my personal taste.

However, the story behind this art piece was truly intriguing. It had an element of mystery that kept me engaged from the very beginning.

As I delved deeper into the narrative, I found it to be a bit creepy, sending shivers down my spine.

But by the end, something unexpected happened. I started to develop a strange sort of affection for it.

The story had a way of growing on me, and before I knew it, I was charmed by its quirks and idiosyncrasies.

It goes to show that sometimes, even when we initially have reservations about something, it can surprise us and win us over in the end.
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Merkul
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July 15,2025
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The overall impression is not bad, but there is a creepy undertone lurking beneath the surface.

It's as if there is something sinister waiting to be revealed, something that makes one's skin crawl.

The details may seem ordinary at first glance, but upon closer inspection, there are hints of something more disturbing.

The atmosphere is palpable, creating a sense of unease that lingers long after the initial encounter.

It's a strange combination of not being overly bad, yet having that underlying creepiness that keeps one on edge.

It makes you wonder what exactly is going on and what secrets are hidden within.

This creepy undertone adds an element of mystery and intrigue, making it difficult to simply dismiss.

It forces you to pay closer attention and try to figure out what lies beneath the seemingly ordinary exterior.

Overall, it's a rather unique experience that leaves a lasting impression.
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Shin_259
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July 15,2025
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Bueno bueno, hello there!!

To begin with, I was kind of absent these last few weeks hahahaha. University finishes next week and I have a million things to do....

I read this in one sitting and the truth is that I liked it. Sincerely, I expected less from this manga. I had the feeling that it was going to be boring, but I was a little intrigued to know why the teacher was so attentive. Obviously, since we're talking about CLAMP, I already knew everything that was going to happen hahahaha. They are very predictable. It was obvious that the teacher was a protector of hers and that he was in love. I didn't expect the friend to be the person who wanted to kidnap her either. Kudos to CLAMP hahahaha.

Things that I didn't like much were the pacing of the story (at this point, nothing surprises me about CLAMP, I've read everything hahahaha) and that the protagonist is super innocent, super cute, super dumb, but at the same time she is perfect and does everything well. As always, CLAMP does the same in all their stories. Sakura, Hikaru, the stupid one from Angelic Layer, Kamui... but sometimes being perfect suits some characters. With Sakura and Kamui, it doesn't bother me, with the rest it does. The problem is that when they do everything in a rush, there is no time to give them flaws and then growth, so I don't know why I expect that hahahaha. Just where I don't have problems are in the mangas that are coincidentally longer than most of their stories.... Coincidence?? I think not!

I'm already used to CLAMP's inappropriate relationships. I don't know why people make such a big deal out of it.... Accept that CLAMP writes relationships with minors. If you don't like it, bye bye. They are like that, literally in all their mangas. I think there isn't a single one that doesn't have a strange or dirty relationship hahahaha.

I have about 10 mangas left (just the longest ones, so I hope they are the best). I'm close to reading everything. What happiness <3 I still have to watch a thousand animes too hahahaha. I really really want to read Holic and Tsubasa!! Right now I'm with Legal drug!
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ArtaRay
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July 15,2025
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Suki: A Like Story is a captivating three-book story penned by Clamp. Clamp holds a special place in my heart as one of my favorite modern manga creators. What truly intrigues me is that Clamp is an all-female collective.

Although they have had a rotating membership in the past, for the most part, Clamp now comprises a fairly stable roster of four talented women: Nanase Ohkawa, Mokona, Tsubaki Nekoi, and Satsuki Igarashi.

They began their journey in the 1980s as an eleven-member group of amateur, self-published indie writers, known as “dojinshi” in Japan. In the 1990s, they underwent a remarkable transformation and emerged as a highly successful, professional creative enterprise.

Ohkawa takes the lead in the group and is responsible for writing most of the material. The other members contribute their unique skills and perspectives, resulting in a body of work that is both diverse and engaging.

To learn more about Suki: A Like Story and Clamp's fascinating journey, you can visit the following link: http://www.fantasyliterature.com/revi...
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LazyPayday
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July 15,2025
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It was a very interesting forbidden love story. The plot was so captivating that I couldn't resist it. I was completely drawn into the emotions and conflicts of the characters. The way the story unfolded was truly engaging, and I found myself constantly on the edge of my seat.


I liked it so much that I decided to buy all of them on eBay. It was like an impulse purchase, but one that I didn't regret. Now, I have a collection of these forbidden love stories, and I can't wait to read them all again.


Forbidden love has always been a fascinating theme, and this particular story did not disappoint. It explored the complex emotions and moral dilemmas that come with such a relationship. I would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good romance with a twist.

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strawberryfaerie
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July 15,2025
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I love this book!


This amazing book has truly captured my heart. The character of Hina is so vivid and real that she constantly reminds me of someone I know in my own life. It's such a wonderful feeling to be able to relate to a character on such a personal level. It makes me happy to see Hina's journey unfold and I find myself rooting for her all the way. I'm really hoping that she makes the right decision when faced with the challenges that come her way. The story has me on the edge of my seat, eagerly anticipating what will happen next. I just can't wait to get my hands on the second volume and continue reading about Hina's adventures. I'm sure it's going to be just as精彩 as the first one.


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