Aqua

Name: Aqua
AKA: アクア
Author: Amano Kozue
Status: Completed
No.Of Volumes: 2
Related manga: Aria (Sequel), Aria Special Navigations (Side Story)


The Plot:

After 150 years of Terraforming, Aqua, the formerly planet known as Mars, now has more than 90 percent of its surface covered in water. A young girl named Akari Mizunashi arrives at the city of Neo-Venezia, an exact replica of the old Italian city of Venice, hoping to become an Undine, the most coveted job on Aqua. (Source: Tokyopop)

Review Section

Story

Story wise Aqua does not actually have a large story arc but several short ones.Mostly 1 in each chapter.It is slow paced & readers who love action-packed mangas may be not like this but if you are looking for something that will warm your heart or leave you with a fuzzy feeling, this manga is for you.
Covering the story of Akari's life as training to be an undine, stories are sweet & peaceful.Nothing exciting happens but somehow the stories won't leave you bored. The relaxing feel just meaks you eager to read more.In fact its therapeutic.Aqua though covers only a few stories & those seeking more should try Aria which is their sequel. :)


Characters

Aqua's characters are unique with their own pleasant likable personalities. Oh did I mention that majority of the cast is female. A colourful cast of Akari as the cute clutz, Alicia the almost goddess like undine & many other characters.They are not irritating nor do they seem boring.They just give such a pleasant feel that you wished you knew them in real life.

Art

If there is one thing you are sure to never miss out here is the art.Its is just stunning.Oh how I wish I can draw like this.The whole art theme here is on water & the antique like buildings of Venice.After reading this it made fall in love with Venice.Water in the manga is drawn so beautifully, the art is mainly themed in blue & white for the covers.The girls are drawn sweetly with expressions of joy done well.

You may like this if you:

• Love Slice of Life
• Love great art
• Enjoyed the Aria series (anime)
• Just want a relaxing read