
25-ji no Ghost Writer
Also known as: 25時のゴーストライター, The Ghost Writer of the 25th Hour
by Akari Kajimoto
Higurashi Tsugumi lost his parents and maid in a fire when he was still young. He's now 15 and a promising new writer, however, he's been stuck in a slump for the past year. He decides to go back to his old family home in order to gain inspiration by reminiscing on his happy past. Unbeknownst to him, he would be greeted with an unexpected surprise from his childhood... Includes Chapter 7.5 "Interlude: Shoes That Don't Fit"
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The StoryHoard editorial verdict
A warm, funny story about a fifteen-year-old writer stuck in a slump, who is pushed back into the world by an unlikely ghost writer.
Pros
- Heartfelt, character-driven story
- Warm, funny comedy with real emotion
Cons
- Short run means the romance is light
- Some plot beats are predictable
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Higurashi Tsugumi lost his parents and maid in a fire when he was still young. He is now fifteen and a promising new writer, but he has been stuck in a slump for the past year. The premise is a warm drama about grief, creative block and the people who help a young artist find his voice again.The strength is the emotion. Tsugumi's grief and his frustration are handled with sensitivity, and the supporting cast gives him real warmth. The writing world is drawn with affection, and the humour lands well.The weaknesses are about the short run. The romance is light, and some plot beats follow a familiar pattern. Readers wanting a longer arc may find it brief.Recommended for readers who enjoy heartfelt stories about creative work and recovery. Expect a sincere, funny read that is short but warm.
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