Like a Butterfly

Synopsis

Shibazeki Suiren is a stunningly beautiful girl. When she enters high school, most of her classmates are astonished by her beauty, but after noticing her quiet manners and lack of contact with anyone else except her friends Yuri and Aya, she receives the nickname "Takane no Hana", a beautiful flower but impossible to reach. However, after a fellow freshman called Kawasumi Kouha saves her from a persistent suitor, she finds herself mesmerized by him... as he's the only boy who won't look at her no matter what.

About

Like a Butterfly is a Japanese manga, first serialized in 2012, spanning 83 chapters, collected across 12 volumes, The series has concluded, (last release in 2015).

Why readers enjoy Like a Butterfly

Like a Butterfly appeals to readers of Romance manga, especially those who appreciate stories that weave in Slice of Life elements. This combination of Romance, Slice of Life sets the work's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience.

Creators

Like a Butterfly is written by Suu Morishita, with art by Suu Morishita.

Reception

Like a Butterfly holds an average score of 7.2 out of 10 on AniList, a solid score that signals a stable, dedicated readership, with 456 readers marking it as a favourite.

Themes & motifs

Recurring motifs and themes throughout Like a Butterfly include: Shoujo, School, Coming of Age, Heterosexual, Unrequited Love, Female Protagonist, Primarily Teen Cast, Love Triangle. These threads anchor the work's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the reading experience it delivers.