

📖 Own the story everyone’s whispering about — don’t miss the metamorphosis!
Metamorphosis is a critically acclaimed, professionally translated manga blending high-resolution exclusive artwork with a deeply emotional, uncensored narrative. Packaged discreetly and delivered ahead of schedule, this collector’s edition offers a complex story of transformation and tragedy, making it a must-have for discerning manga readers and collectors alike.
| Best Sellers Rank | #63,004 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #43 in Erotica Manga (Books) #71 in Mystery, Thriller & Crime Manga #261 in Fiction Urban Life |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,089) |
| Dimensions | 5.9 x 0.9 x 8.2 inches |
| ISBN-10 | 1634420608 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1634420600 |
| Item Weight | 2.31 pounds |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 250 pages |
| Publication date | March 31, 2017 |
| Publisher | FAKKU |
| Reading age | 18 years and up |
A**R
Arrived quickly, and is of the highest quality
Pros : • Arrived many days before amazon's earliest provided date [ordered 22nd and arrived 25th] • The book is packaged with some bubble wrap, as to avoid possible damage • The book comes in a nondescript brown box, with nothing more than a tracking sticker and packing tape • The book itself comes with a "dust jacket," which overall looks nice, as it has a colored illustration on it • The book includes some exclusive drawings, which are not included in the online versions, which provides a smooth transition from the first half of the story to the other half by including other interactions with some men, as opposed to a sudden and possibly confusing change • The book also includes an afterword by the author • The drawings are well made, and look fairly realistic • Even though the drawings themselves were originally digital, they have a high resolution in the book • The pages aren't flimsy either, it's not like they're from a stack of printer paper or anything similar • The story itself is a good one, although it may be a bit hard for some people to get through it all in one sitting • Partially because, it's quite a lengthy one, and two, because it is a somewhat tragic one • The story is also professionally translated, and reads perfectly in English, as opposed to the online versions • All other aspects of the drawings, such as sounds, are also translated into English • Furthermore, nothing in the story is censored in the slightest • The story is also not not repetitive, as it explores many different aspects of her life, and places her in numerous situations and places • It also is not entirely focused on her interactions with men either, as the story manages to incorporate and show her relationships with friends and family too. • The character also makes numerous changes in attitude and motivation throughout the story, which provides and helps create a more complex story with lifelike motives and characters, which adds to the saddening ending as you tend to get attached to the character in some manner. • Finally, the story includes a twist at the end that is not commonplace in your usual H-manga, so you're in for a surprise when you read this. Cons : • The aforementioned dust jacket would seem more appropriate for a hardback book, and can be accidentally bent if not handled carefully when storing/hiding it, however, it can be taken off, so it's not too much of an issue. • Even though the book does provide a listing of chapters with according page numbers, the pages themselves aren't numbered. Image 1 : Front cover/dust jacket and discreet packaging Image 2 : Shows level of detail in each page Overall, the book is well made, perfectly translated, discreetly packaged, and has a wonderfully diverse story with lifelike characters and motives that will seriously make you question if this story was based off of true events. I recommend this book to everyone, including long time readers of H-manga / erotic manga, and even to newcomers of this sub-genre, however I must recommend that they not be too squeamish or lighthearted, as it will come across as disturbing. 5/5 stars.
A**1
Modern Greek tragedy
I originally read this manga online for free, but decided to purchase the hardcopy on amazon. Simply put, it is one of the best stories I have ever seen, a true Greek tragedy, and I wanted to support the author. The story in a NUTshell (pun intended) is about this girl who wants to have friends. She decided to have a makeover on her first day of high school, and she turned out to be pretty successful. Unfortunately, she meets up with the wrong people and her life starts spiraling downwards. The author is VERY descriptive and puts a lot of detail in the drawings. The reason why this story is one of my top 10, is because of how real it feels. This story doesn’t try to be edgy for the sake of being edgy, everything that happens, happens for a reason. I definitely recommend giving it a read and support the author by purchasing this book. I cannot describe how well written and drawn this manga is. WOW!!!
D**L
Fun for the whole family!!!! 5 stars.
Great read! Fun for the whole family!!! This is a great book not unlike Aesop’s fables. This book is a tale about a girl who didn’t listen to her parents, and then listened a little too much to her dad. This is a story about all the real monsters that exist in the world and is a great lesson for young readers in how the world loves to kick you when your down and how when you think your life can’t go any faster down the tubes. Life’s let’s out a rebel yell throws the beer can out the window of your life and grabs another gear. Seriously I think this book should be required reading for all middle school age children. 5 stars
R**N
Not for the squeamish, but a thought-provoking read
Bought it despite the reviews based on the recommendation of J-List blog and while it is a disturbing path Saki takes, I don’t see the depressing ending many spoke of. Honestly, the complete story plays like a nightmare sequence or waking dream, in Saki’s case, which is disturbed or ended by the child she was carrying. I see it as an uplifting end to a real horror story of a life. As for the subject matter, be prepared. This is not a happy go lucky hentai. This story is dark, vicious and is a source of some frightening aspects of the human condition. Unless you have a strong constitution and are not frightened by the lowest of humankind I recommend this to read. The payoff, in my opinion, works if only to say a happy ending even in the worst life is possible.
R**N
Never Trust Hayato (NTH)
Ordered Thursday, received early (Saturday) way ahead of eta quote. Discreet packaging, excellent condition. Excellent artwork, heads above other similar works in regards to story and character(s). With that being said; once you’ve read it, you take it with you for an undetermined amount of time thereafter. Their is a familiar heaviness to the main character’s bright eyed decision making that transcends voluntary empathy; this is your sister, this is the girl next to you in class, this was some self isolated, friendship starved girls bad day that just fed into some bad decisions and now this is her life. Or it’s like, just a story to get your rocks off. What do I know.
S**G
A literary classic
A true masterpiece of the modern era! This novel had me and my boyfriend absolutely hooked. Twist after twist, just when you think it reaches the climax, the story keeps going! And the ending was definitely not your typical, cliche rom-com finale. Even Shakespeare and Wordsworth would have been impressed with the quality of this novel, no doubt about it. Just like any literary masterpiece, there will always be naysayers. Don't let their uncultured opinions misguide you; their simple minds cannot comprehend such literary depth. This is not a novel for beginners; it will leave a lasting reminiscence on the reader. Like all classical works, it takes one of sophistication and prudence to fully understand the novel. Don't hesitate, pick up a copy and start your journey down the enlightened path!
P**A
Uma história densa, tensa e com um desfecho intrigante. Tem-se a transformação da protagonista, uma estudante simples, numa "gal", que segue se em decadente transformação para "se encontrar" até o desfecho, numa descida até o inferno na terra. Como hentai, é sem censura, com um traço elegante e excitante. Lida com vários fetiches, embora alguns sejam bem específicos, podendo desagradar leitores mais sensíveis. Uma obra peculiar e interessante para quem gosta de hentai com história, com reflexos da sociedade, com algumas críticas bem colocadas.
F**A
"Metamorphosis" (noto in originale come Henshin) è molto più di un semplice manga per adulti (18+): è un vero e proprio fenomeno "cult" e, senza dubbio, una delle opere più famigerate e discusse del suo genere. Pubblicato da Fakku U.S. in lingua inglese, questo volume di 250 pagine di Shindo L. è una discesa inesorabile in una tragedia moderna. È essenziale approcciarsi a quest'opera sapendo che non è una lettura di piacere, ma un'esperienza narrativa brutale, cruda e senza filtri. Punti di Forza (Pro) Trama Coerente e Impattante: A differenza di molti manga del suo genere (hentai) che usano la trama come mero pretesto, "Metamorphosis" racconta una storia completa, coerente e inesorabilmente tragica. Segue la trasformazione e la discesa agli inferi di una giovane protagonista, con un inizio, uno sviluppo e un finale devastante. Impatto Emotivo Innegabile: È un'opera che, nel bene o nel male, lascia il segno. È progettata per scioccare, disturbare e far riflettere sulla vulnerabilità e sul lato più oscuro della società. Il suo finale è leggendario nella community per il suo nichilismo. Stile Artistico Efficace: Lo stile di Shindo L. è pulito, ma diventa incredibilmente grafico ed esplicito nel rappresentare gli eventi. L'arte è funzionale alla narrazione e riesce a trasmettere efficacemente il degrado fisico e psicologico della protagonista. Edizione di Qualità: L'edizione di Fakku U.S. offre un volume di buona fattura, con una stampa di qualità su un numero di pagine considerevole (250), raccogliendo l'intera storia. Aspetti da Considerare (Contro) Contenuti Estremamente Disturbanti e Grafici: È l'avvertenza più importante. Questo libro è riservato a un pubblico adulto (18+). Contiene rappresentazioni grafiche estreme di sesso, violenza, uso di droghe, abusi e degrado psicologico, che la maggior parte dei lettori troverà profondamente inquietanti e offensive. NON È UNA LETTURA PIACEVOLE: Questo non è un manga erotico "divertente" o spensierato. È un'opera cupa, deprimente e cruda. La sua fama deriva dalla sua brutalità, non dal suo valore di intrattenimento leggero. Target Estremamente Specifico: Si rivolge a una nicchia molto ristretta di lettori avvezzi alla narrativa horror estrema o "ero-guro". Non è assolutamente adatto a chi cerca un manga convenzionale. Esperienza d'Uso Tipica L'esperienza di lettura di "Metamorphosis" è notoriamente pesante. È una storia che inizia in modo relativamente innocente per poi precipitare in una spirale di eventi sempre più cupi, tragici e moralmente inquietanti. Il lettore assiste alla trasformazione (la "metamorfosi" del titolo) della protagonista, culminando in un finale che lascia un senso di profondo disagio e tristezza. È un pugno nello stomaco. Conclusione e Raccomandazione "Metamorphosis" è un'opera di riferimento nel suo genere, ma è un genere estremo. È un manga crudo, potente e profondamente deprimente. Non posso raccomandarlo a cuor leggero. È un acquisto da fare con assoluta e totale consapevolezza, destinato esclusivamente a lettori adulti (18+) che cercano un'opera "cult" controversa e non sono impressionabili di fronte a contenuti grafici estremi. Se cercate un manga erotico spensierato, state alla larga da questo libro. La Dritta in Più La dritta fondamentale è un avvertimento: non acquistate questo libro per curiosità o se siete facilmente impressionabili. I temi trattati sono estremamente pesanti e grafici, includendo violenza, abuso e degrado psicologico. Non è una parodia e non c'è un lieto fine. È un'opera nota per il suo impatto devastante sul lettore. Procedete solo se siete lettori navigati di narrativa estrema e sapete esattamente cosa state comprando.
H**N
Köpte denna på grund av alla memes. Det är svårt att sätta ett betyg på denna bok. Å ena sidan är det rent skräp som bara skulle ha en stjärna. Å andra sidan så berättar den en väldigt hemsk och sorglig historia om hur lätt livet kan ta en annan väg än den man tänkt sig. Det värsta är att liknande historier säkert hänt i verkligheten flera gånger så man får sig en tankeställare och för detta skulle den ha fem stjärnor. Därför blir betyget mitt emellan. Jag viste ungefär vad jag gav mig in på men skulle inte rekommendera denna till den känsliga. Läs på egen risk :)
C**Y
High quality book although can be sensitive for paper ripped. Surprisingly still available to purchase in Australia considering Hentai is considered banned in Australia. Should probably get it if Amazon or AU Govt gotta change their minds!
J**K
This certainly holds up to the infamy, beautiful artwork for a such a grotesque story.