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Haru no Noroi has been a unique read for me. Picking up this manga at first will make the reader question if it's worth their time and attention. Rest assured, it will be worth reading Konishi's works. There is something for everyone when reading the story about Natsumi, Tougo, and their journey together.

Pros:
First off, the story. The sypnosis will most likely turn off some readers, especially those coming from romcom stories. The flow of the story doesn't rush too fast nor does it pace back. Every chapter and every page contributes to the main story between how Natsumi is able to cope with getting together ... with her sister's ex fiancée, and Togou on how he feels about recent events. There is a bit of comedy included in the panels to give the readers a break from how heart-wrenching Haru no Noroi can be. With minimal spoilers, the story sets the reader up for what is to come and ends with both characters coming to a conclusion.

The art was what really shined for me. At moments when Konishi wants the reader to feel a certain way, they definetly will feel that way. I was able to feel what Natsumi was feeling down to the angle drawn and their eyes. The art has a style that in a way blends in with the mood the story brings.

Cons:
My only gripe about ioverall is it's length. There are only eight chapters present including a bonus chapter near the end. I'm very used to reading a manga that is at least 20 chapters in length that when I finished reading it I was wanting for more. Each chapter has roughly 50 pages which makes up for it.

Overall Haru no Noroi was an enjoyable read for me. Natsumi and Tougo make a good impression on the reader as it did for me. Each help each other in some way shape or form while trying to bear the memory of the late Haru. The overall message that I got from reading this manga was that we never know what will happen in the future or when we die. The past cannot be changed and we can dwell in it all we want but it won't change anything. All that we can do is learn from our past and hold onto what we hold dear in the present.

I hope reading this review has influenced you in reading Haru no Noroi. This was definetly an underrated read that deserves more attention from manga readers alike.