Saikano

Shy Chise and nervous Shuji are seniors in a small town, and they have just started dating. Then Shuji discovers that Chise has been engineered to transform into an ultimate weapon. The premise is a bittersweet love story in which ordinary life and military destiny collide.The strongest element is the emotional honesty. The story treats young love with care, and the small moments of sharing ramen and everyday life hit hard against the grim backdrop. The contrast between war and home is painful and effective.The weakness is weight. The emotional tone is very heavy, and the military and war details can be grim. Readers who want a lighter romance will need to brace themselves.If you enjoy love stories that refuse to look away from their costs, this is a moving pick. It is tender and devastating. Expect quiet affection, a looming threat and a story that asks what a simple life is worth in a violent world.