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スキップ?ビート! [Skip Beat!] #40
スキップ?ビート! 40
「泥中の莲」の「红叶」役の再オーディションに向け、飞鹰の祖父?上杉虎彻氏に杀阵の稽古を受けることになったキョーコ。しかし、なぜか新体操の练习をする羽目に!?さらに、千织のマネージャー?吉川さんのお见舞いで病院を访れたキョーコの前に突然车椅子の女性が现れる。彼女の正体とは…？
Chapters: 237-242
Chapters: 237-242
186 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 20, 2017
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Yoshiki Nakamura
122?books1,059?followersYoshiki Nakamura () is a Japanese mangaka. She was born June 17. Nakamura made her manga debut with "Yume de Auyori Suteki" in the manga magazine Hana to Yume in 1993.
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September 22, 2018I'm so looking forward to Kyouko's new ninja role!
April 20, 2018
This is the only manga series I've followed for this long without getting completely burned out. It's a near-perfect blend of funny and dramatic, and while it hasn't made me laugh out loud for a while, it always makes me smile and look forward to the next volume.
September 22, 2017
*Re-read it from the start and continued until the present which is chapter 250
I absolutely love this series. I grew up reading this so I have this huge crush on Tsuruga Ren for 10 years now. Damn.
In my opinion, the Heel Sibling arc was the weakest but since we delved into Ren's past during that arc, it was really ok. So for that arc, i'll probavly give it a 4.
On the other hand, the current one is getting really good as well. I am definitely looking forward for the development!
I absolutely love this series. I grew up reading this so I have this huge crush on Tsuruga Ren for 10 years now. Damn.
In my opinion, the Heel Sibling arc was the weakest but since we delved into Ren's past during that arc, it was really ok. So for that arc, i'll probavly give it a 4.
On the other hand, the current one is getting really good as well. I am definitely looking forward for the development!
September 26, 2019
I would love a great mentor like Hio’s grandpa or a great manager like Mr Yashiro.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 19, 2020
This is definitely a transition into a new story arc. This will be the third major acting role that Kyoko will play (I'm assuming she gets it, but I could be wrong) (and no I don't count Sho's music video). BUT it's the first role that Kyoko is actually auditioning for. All her other roles were offered to her. So this will be Kyoko's first time REALLY in a competition and having to fight for a role.
I'm sooo excited to see her do all the martial arts. I just know she's going to kick butt, she's always had major control over her body.
Ren doesn't appear much in this volume, his plot seems to be taking a backseat while Kyoko advances her career. I think it's also important that this time she's moving forward without Ren holding her hand or giving advice in any way. She's really becoming independent.
I'm sooo excited to see her do all the martial arts. I just know she's going to kick butt, she's always had major control over her body.
Ren doesn't appear much in this volume, his plot seems to be taking a backseat while Kyoko advances her career. I think it's also important that this time she's moving forward without Ren holding her hand or giving advice in any way. She's really becoming independent.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 12, 2022
? 1, 2 de 10 suspenso, lo odio
?? 3, 4 de 10 justito, meh
??? 5, 6 de 10 bien, no está mal
???? 7, 8 de 10 notable, me gusta bastante
????? 9, 10 de 10 me obsesiona, me encanta.
Mis puntuaciones son para toda la saga, en general. No por tomos.
Las fechas de lectura son aproximadas, me he ido guiando por la fecha de publicación aunque yo leí los capítulos conforme iban saliendo en Japón. Ni idea, lo siento.
?? 3, 4 de 10 justito, meh
??? 5, 6 de 10 bien, no está mal
???? 7, 8 de 10 notable, me gusta bastante
????? 9, 10 de 10 me obsesiona, me encanta.
Mis puntuaciones son para toda la saga, en general. No por tomos.
Las fechas de lectura son aproximadas, me he ido guiando por la fecha de publicación aunque yo leí los capítulos conforme iban saliendo en Japón. Ni idea, lo siento.
October 31, 2019
Wow! Way to end the volume on a cliffhanger!
October 2, 2018
This one didn't quite feel as intense as the last volume, but it's still pretty good! It was really neat to get to see Kyouko learning a new skill in order to apply for the role of a samurai in a period drama (where... if she gets the role... she'll be starring alongside Moko - as her rival! :o :o :o)
Hiou's grandfather is such a stereotypical "grumpy old man" character and I love him. Hopefully he'll be in more future chapters/volumes and not just this one, because I thought he brought a real energy to the story c:
Probably the most surprising thing to happen in this volume though was the return of Erika. She's COMPLETELY different to how she was when she was first introduced; not so much of a spoiled brat for one. But she's done a complete about-face to try and defeat Moko on her level (e.g. with talent rather than money), only to have someone ELSE who deals with their problems through underhanded fashions cause her to have an accident after she won the role from them and NOW she appears to be unable to walk (though due to psychological damage rather than physical, which means she should be able to recover quickly if she manages to overcome the psychological hurdle) so uhh... Shit has happened since we last saw her :|
Hiou's grandfather is such a stereotypical "grumpy old man" character and I love him. Hopefully he'll be in more future chapters/volumes and not just this one, because I thought he brought a real energy to the story c:
Probably the most surprising thing to happen in this volume though was the return of Erika. She's COMPLETELY different to how she was when she was first introduced; not so much of a spoiled brat for one. But she's done a complete about-face to try and defeat Moko on her level (e.g. with talent rather than money), only to have someone ELSE who deals with their problems through underhanded fashions cause her to have an accident after she won the role from them and NOW she appears to be unable to walk (though due to psychological damage rather than physical, which means she should be able to recover quickly if she manages to overcome the psychological hurdle) so uhh... Shit has happened since we last saw her :|
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 19, 2017
237 - 245
enjoyed the latest chapter. Kyouko ..Fighto!!
enjoyed the latest chapter. Kyouko ..Fighto!!
July 1, 2019
Now that we've got that out of the way...
Yeah, so we're back to form with the rating on this volume. Definitely left me with better feelings compared to the previous. So yay.
We see a return to classic form with Kyoko having to deal with a snobby stuck up bitch while trying to get a role. Which we actually haven't had happen in a while, so, nice. *thumbs up* (Also kinda cool to see how Nakamura's art style has evolved with the use of the flashback panels. I kinda like that they don't have her redraw them for newer chapters. Her older art is rather Sailor Moon-esque, which I think is neat. :3)
Okay now...Kanae & Hio. I'm...still not into it. I think he's meant to be like...13? Which, is *slightly* better than what I thought, I suppose (I literally thought he was like 10 so...), considering Kanae is what, 17/18? Like, I'm fine with him having a cute little crush on her, but idk. It's just not for me personally, I guess.
Also tho...was Ren even IN this volume? I don't think he was which makes me v sadface. At least things are getting a little juicy with his as-of-yet unseen super late White Day gift for Kyoko (and the hoops this silly gurl is jumping thru to deny that that big Tsuruga present is coming tho...omfg child istg). Oh, and Yashiro being her temporary manager. That seems like it'll be a whole lot of fun. ;D
Overall, seems like there's a lot of good stuff on the way. Alas, my last two volumes I have checked out from the library are literally a whole ass other country away from me rn, so it'll be a week or so until I can get to them. *sigh* Oh well, see ya then. XP
May 23, 2017
Chapters 237 - 243 (?)
January 24, 2017
237 - 242
Promising story arc with a new drama role upcoming. Hopefully.
Promising story arc with a new drama role upcoming. Hopefully.
October 12, 2017
i tired of reading this when will she finally be with ren.
August 12, 2024
Nel tentativo di ottenere una parte nel progetto in cui è coinvolta anche Kanae, la nostra Kyoko decide di prendere qualche lezione di combattimento con la spada (lezioni impartite dal nonno di Hio, il piccolo co-star di Uffina, palesemente infatuato di lei). Per via traverse, la ragazza si troverà davanti una sua vecchia conoscenza, una giovane attrice un po' spocchiosa che riusciva a ottenere delle parti grazie ai soldi e all'influenza del padre. Dopo la bella shampata presa da Kanae e Kyoko, cambierà registro, cercando di farsi strada nel mondo dello spettacolo con le sue sole forze e senza aiutini. Il problema è che la persona che si ritrova davanti Kyoko è un'ombra di quella conosciuta in passato: lei era la candidata prescelta per il ruolo di Momiji (quello a cui ora punta Kyoko), ma è stata costretta a rinunciare per via di uno strano incidente che vedrebbe coinvolta un'altra attrice che può contare sull'aiuto di parenti importanti. Koenji, apparentemente insensibile a tutto quello che la circonda, ha un sussulto quando si ritrova Kyoko davanti e chiede vendetta. Forte della presenza di Yashiro, che per due settimane la seguirà in qualità di manager, la ragazza si presenta all'audizione piena di speranze e molto determinata. Purtroppo le cose si mettono male fin da subito, visto che il produttore la scarta immediatamente senza nemmeno farla provare (per via del colore di capelli non in linea con quello del personaggio in questione, segno di poca preparazione), anche se Yashiro non ha alcuna intenzione di darsi per vinto...Resta da capire se l'audizione serve per mascherare l'ennesimo caso di nepotismo oppure no, e se verrà rivelata la verità su quanto accaduto a Koenji. E chissà se Ren si farà ingolosire dalla parte del samurai, che Yashiro aveva scartato in passato, per poter recitare con Kyoko ?
Nel mezzo di tutto questo marasma, c'è pure il drama legato alla tradizione del White Day (con un mese di ritardo)...all'appello mancherebbe il regalo di Ren, che in realtà l'ha fatto ad altre ragazze ma non a Kyoko, la quale, per tutta risposta, si fa una serie di film mentali allucinanti - siccome non gli ha regalato cioccolata, forse non le spetta il regalo e via dicendo. Sicuramente la spiegazione sarà un'altra, ma bisognerà attendere il ritorno di Ren in patria per avere una risposta. Comunque, i pipponi mentali di Kyoko sono qualcosa di imbattibile ? solo lei sa come fa a mettere insieme certe idee ?
Nel mezzo di tutto questo marasma, c'è pure il drama legato alla tradizione del White Day (con un mese di ritardo)...all'appello mancherebbe il regalo di Ren, che in realtà l'ha fatto ad altre ragazze ma non a Kyoko, la quale, per tutta risposta, si fa una serie di film mentali allucinanti - siccome non gli ha regalato cioccolata, forse non le spetta il regalo e via dicendo. Sicuramente la spiegazione sarà un'altra, ma bisognerà attendere il ritorno di Ren in patria per avere una risposta. Comunque, i pipponi mentali di Kyoko sono qualcosa di imbattibile ? solo lei sa come fa a mettere insieme certe idee ?
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April 2, 2019
This volume definitely isn’t as entertaining as the previous one. It’s basically just Kyoko preparing for her samurai movie audition, and stressing out about the girl who supposedly attacked Ms Koenji for the role. Also, she freaks out for a while about not getting a White Day gift from Ren, which I’m sure was not intentional.
I miss seeing Kyoko interact with Ren, who we barely see at all in this one - just a few texts at the beginning. There’s also no Sho. We at least get some good Moko interactions, but it’s mostly training.
Luckily, I had taken so long to read this that I have 2 more volumes I can read right away!
I miss seeing Kyoko interact with Ren, who we barely see at all in this one - just a few texts at the beginning. There’s also no Sho. We at least get some good Moko interactions, but it’s mostly training.
Luckily, I had taken so long to read this that I have 2 more volumes I can read right away!
April 9, 2018
Already longing for the next volume.
Of everything I read, this is my favorite series. I have loved watching kyoko blossom through all her adversity. The growing relationship between her and Ren, not to mention his own personal journey, also provide lots of depth and excitement. I rushed through this one just like all the others. And simply cannot wait to see how the cliffhanger resolves!
Of everything I read, this is my favorite series. I have loved watching kyoko blossom through all her adversity. The growing relationship between her and Ren, not to mention his own personal journey, also provide lots of depth and excitement. I rushed through this one just like all the others. And simply cannot wait to see how the cliffhanger resolves!
May 2, 2022
We are starting a new arc, I’m surprised by the turn of events. I’m even more surprised of myself, I’m usually desperate to get more Ren and Kyoko romantic development but the story is mostly focusing on Kyoko preparing for auditions and getting justice for another character.
Also seems as if the air of the story has shifted y a lot of aspects and I’m curious to see if the drama darkens!
On to the next volume we go!
Also seems as if the air of the story has shifted y a lot of aspects and I’m curious to see if the drama darkens!
On to the next volume we go!
November 17, 2017
I really like this series, but I felt that this last part of it was much slower than the rest. I waited months and months to have more chapters to read and not much happened. There's still so many loose ends in this story and I'd like to see it keep moving towards an eventual-- still far away, conclusion.
March 5, 2018
I have read this series since years ago, couldn't remember when I started. I fall in love right away with the characters and story plot. It's so good that I am able to read the continuous by e-books, because the new editions of paper back are not available here at Jakarta. I reread from Vol. 01 :p Great thanks to the translators!
Can't wait for the new series to come!
Can't wait for the new series to come!
May 28, 2018
This is a transitional volume in between story arcs, but I still enjoyed it! I can’t wait to see where the story goes. Kyoko has come so far, and I want to see her succeed. There’s reason why this series has remained popular for over ten years: its good. Highly recommend. I’m only giving it four stars because it wasn’t as funny and it’s more of a transition into the next story arc.
October 7, 2018
I mean... not a huuuuuge amount happened in this one, but what a cliffhanger! My favourite parts of this series is when Kyoko is up against an obstacle (normally an audition), and we get to see how she reacts to it an overcomes her challenges. This volume is really a set up for what I hope will be an amazing, bad-ass volume coming next.
January 12, 2020
Begins with Kyoko meeting Hiou’s grandfather for ninja training, Ren is away at Guam, and ends with Kyoko getting immediately rejected before the audition.
Other notes: Kyoko meets the rich girl again in the hospital and learns how the audition of Momiji has been influenced by nepotism. Kyoko also squashes her jealousy of not getting a white day present from Ren.
Other notes: Kyoko meets the rich girl again in the hospital and learns how the audition of Momiji has been influenced by nepotism. Kyoko also squashes her jealousy of not getting a white day present from Ren.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 10, 2017
Y ha terminado uno de los arcos donde literalmente se palpaba la tensión entre los protagonistas y ese oscuro pasado de Ren que ya desesperadamente anhela salir a la luz. Se aclararon muchas cosas que desde hace varios volúmenes atrás me traían pensativa. Muy bueno.
February 1, 2022
Es steht wieder ein interessanter Job an, der Ninjatechniken und Schwertkampf beinhaltet! Und Kyoko hat nun einen super Betreuer an ihrer Seite, der sie unterstützt. Ich freue mich auf die Szenen mit den beiden!
October 8, 2022
This volume marks the beginning of the Momiji (ninja) role arc, which I think is Kyoko's best role to date. So cool! Though the speed of her prep stretches believability, it's looking like a lot of action is in the near future. Also, more Ren drama.
May 21, 2017
Genial creando nuevos personajes, siempre sorprende lo buena que es... mi ídola.
March 8, 2018
I love this series and they are starting to get to the heart of the two mains!
March 18, 2018
another lovely volume in this series. and what a killer ending! I cannot wait for the next volume.
March 22, 2018
Ugh! Cliff hangers! You have sucked me into the story line again.
April 20, 2018
Kyoko never fails to make me smile. ?? Really though, this volume is a step above some of the more recent ones. I'm looking forward to this arc.
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