My Pet Bat

High-school senior Min-Gyeom has been left to his own defences after his parents kicked him out of their lives. His new companion is a strange creature who will not leave him alone. That premise is quietly sad and intriguing, and the series builds its story on a lonely boy who finds an odd kind of closeness in an unexpected place.The strength is the tone. The loneliness is tender, and the supernatural companion adds a tense, uneasy charm. The full-colour art is moody and expressive.The weaknesses are clear. The boys' love elements may not suit every reader, and the pace is uneven. Readers wanting a clear plot may find the story drifting.Recommended for readers who enjoy tender, moody supernatural stories about loneliness. Expect a quiet, uneasy read.