The cuteness factor is overwhelming. ( )

The cuteness factor is overwhelming. ( )

Cute enough; the slice-of-life story around Christmas eve for Misaki and Usagi was cute, and the one with the rest of Usagi's family, including the intro of his cousin Kaoruko, and appearances by his older brother and dad. I think that all of that actually played well, actually - there was good tension, rather than over-the-top ridiculousness. The little chapter for little Hiroki and Usagi was pretty cute, as well, although a bit insubstantial. It had some good character building. And I'm a sucker for Shinobu and Miyagi, I guess. I thought their chapter - written from Shinobu's perspective, and he wants more initiation by Miyagi of, well, any sort of activity. Just hanging out, even. He's actually a pretty compelling presence. I like him, anyway. Not the highest point, but there's enough going on here for it to be pretty enjoyable. ( )