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Watashitachi no Shiawase na Jikan is not your stereotypical romance/drama manga. Consisting of only 8 chapters, it is not one of the longest series out there. But I can assure you that these 8 chapters contain some of the most heartwarming moments you'll ever be able to find in manga.

The stroy doesn't aim to attract young males with promises of fan service or battles. It is a simple, realistic manga, adapted from a short novel of the same name. However, since the story is empty of any kind of any innecessary ornaments, you can appreciate its true, sheer beauty.

This story deals with some moral issues ... which have been preocupying humanity for centuries. Is suicide a valid answer to our problems? What is the prize someone has to pay in exchange for taking another person's life? Until what point are the actions taken for a loved person's sake valid? Watashitachi no Shiawase na Jikan tries to offer some answers, untilmately getting the reader to reflect upon the tragedies of the protagonists and extracting some interesting conclusions.

While the ending is predictable from the very beginning, and the series doesn't offer any major plot twists, its uniqueness lies within its magnificent execution, keeping a steady path throughout the narration and being able to give a satisfactory conclusion.

The characters are strong, yet weak at the same time. They are human, and their humanity can be seen in every picture, can be felt through every line of dialogue. While some of their motives aren't clear at certain times during the narration, they are kept constant and are certainly the major driving forces of the story.

Artwork is simple, yet elegant, and suits the story very well. While certain poses and proportions seem akward at times, it is kept fairly consistent, and due to the absence of large anime eyes and impossible hairstyles, characters seem realistic, almost as if they could come out of the pages.

Overall, it was a really enjoyable experience which even made me shed some tears at the end. If you're looking for a short manga series which will make you experience some unforgettable moments, Watashitachi no Shiawase na Jikan is a perfect choice.