Another

Synopsis

In the spring of 1998, Koichi Sakakibara transfers into Class 3-3 at Yomiyama North Middle School. But little does he know...his new class has a horrible secret. When he takes his seat in class for the first day of school, Koichi is unsettled by his fearful classmates. Despite this atmosphere and warnings from fellow students, Koichi is drawn to the beautiful, distant Mei Misaki, another classmate. But the closer he tries to get to her, the more mysterious she and their class become. And when a fellow student dies a disturbing death - the first of a long chain of deaths - Koichi seeks to learn the truth behind the curse of Class 3-3. But can he get answers before the curse kills him? (Source: Yen Press)

About

Another is a Japanese manga, first serialized in 2010, spanning 20 chapters, collected across 4 volumes, The series has concluded, (last release in 2011).

Why readers enjoy Another

Another appeals to readers of Horror manga, especially those who appreciate stories that weave in Mystery, Supernatural, Thriller elements. This combination of Horror, Mystery, Supernatural, Thriller sets the work's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience.

Creators

Another is written by Hiro Kiyohara, Yukito Ayatsuji, with art by Hiro Kiyohara.

Reception

Another holds an average score of 7.1 out of 10 on AniList, a solid score that signals a stable, dedicated readership, with 497 readers marking it as a favourite.

Themes & motifs

Recurring motifs and themes throughout Another include: Seinen, Tragedy, School, Male Protagonist, Primarily Teen Cast, Denpa, Survival, Female Protagonist. These threads anchor the work's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the reading experience it delivers.