Who Would Like This Book:
If you're a fan of psychological thrillers, cat-and-mouse mysteries, or stories that explore the blurry lines between justice and villainy, Death Note will have you hooked from page one! The premise is fresh and thought-provoking: what if you had the power to dispense justice with a pen? With intense mind games, a brooding supernatural vibe, and stunning art, it appeals to both manga newcomers and veteran fans, teens and adults alike. Anyone interested in complex characters, ethical dilemmas, or simple nail-biting suspense will love diving into this classic.
Who May Not Like This Book:
Some readers may find the story a bit too dark, especially since it deals with death, morality, and some disturbing themes. If you prefer lighthearted or straightforward tales without much grey area, this might not be your cup of tea. The characters can also come off as cold or unrelatable, and a few people felt manipulated by the way suspense is drawn out. If you’re not into psychological chess matches or morally ambiguous protagonists, you might want to skip it.
About:
Death Note is a gripping story revolving around Light Yagami, a high school student who discovers a supernatural notebook capable of killing those whose names are written in it. As Light uses the notebook to eliminate criminals, a game of cat and mouse ensues when the world's greatest detective, known as L, is called in to uncover the mysterious killings. The book delves into themes of horror, death, and suicide, drawing readers in through elements of humor, action, and romance. The plot is described as a psychological journey where Light's initial intentions to create a crime-free world spiral into a battle to evade the law and maintain his power.
The setup for Death Note involves a death god dropping a notebook in the human world out of boredom, leading to a series of events where humans wield the power to cause deaths. The story evolves into a detective narrative with a touch of the supernatural, maintaining mystery and suspense that keeps readers engaged. The book is commended for taking the mystery murder genre to the next level, exploring the consequences of individuals wielding immense power and the moral dilemmas that arise from it.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
The book features high content warnings due to its themes of death, murder, and suicide.
From The Publisher:
When Light Yagami finds a notebook giving him power over death, will he use it for good-or evil?
Light Yagami is an ace student with great prospects-and he's bored out of his mind. But all that changes when he finds the Death Note, a notebook dropped by a rogue Shinigami death god. Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies, and now Light has vowed to use the power of the Death Note to rid the world of evil. But when criminals begin dropping dead, the authorities send the legendary detective L to track down the killer. With L hot on his heels, will Light lose sight of his noble goal...or his life?
Light tests the boundaries of the Death Note's powers as L and the police begin to close in. Luckily Light's father is the head of the Japanese National Police Agency and leaves vital information about the case lying around the house. With access to his father's files, Light can keep one step ahead of the authorities. But who is the strange man following him, and how can Light guard against enemies whose names he doesn't know?
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Reader Stats (49):
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3 comment(s)
[Series Completed]
4.5*
I like this manga and it anime so cool but awesome also
if that makes sense
What can you read after
Death Note, Vol. 1: Boredom?
About the Author:
Artist Takeshi Obata made his debut in 1989 with CYBORG JI-CHAN G. The runner-up recipient of the 30th Annual Tezuka Award, Obata's major works include CHIKARABITO DENSETSU and MASHIN BOUKENTAN LAMP-LAMP. --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.
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