Reviews for Seasons of Blossom

To be utterly honest I started this manhwa just because I thought it would be cheeky cliche romance with some love-triangles or something like that. But man oh man! I can't remember the time I cried so much. One of the most important focuses of "Seasons of Blossom" is how it tackles the issue of bullying, cruelty and corrupted system of most countries. This topic is handled with such sensitivity and realism that it felt like almost real. This webtoon doesn't just show the pain and struggles caused by bullying but also the journey towards healing and standing up for oneself. It's truly inspiring tosee characters find their voice and confidence to confront their bullies.

The theme of standing up not only for oneself but also for others is another heart-warming point of manhwa. It's about finding the courage to support those who can't defend themselves, which adds a layer of depth to the characters and their relationships. Because, ignorance isn't a bliss and being ignorant equals being cruel.

And you can't go anywhere without love and friendship, right? Don't be scared. If you're looking for cheeky scenes, enemies-to-lovers, "fake dating" and all other tropes - you can find them perfectly mixed here.

The way the story unfolds with every page is just heavenly. It's so smooth and raw like a warm water in the summer sea that just wraps around you with each chapter. One of the best things about "Seasons of Blossom" is how it connects together the stories of all its characters. It's like they're all destined by this invisible thread of life and fate, and it's done so brilliantly.

Reading it felt like being back a high-schooler again. I went through all the emotions – happiness, sadness, anger, hatred and that rush of first love. It's a story that really stays with you because of how true it is to life.

So, if you're looking for a manhwa that's not just about romance but also about overcoming challenges, building confidence, and the power of friendship, "Seasons of Blossom" is perfect.

I want to thank everyone involved in the creation of this Webtoon for blessing my soul with this masterpiece. I cannot recommend this Webtoon enough. It's such a joy to read, and I'm hoping my spoiler-free review will convince you to give it a try, too. Story: 10/10 This romance-drama Webtoon consists of several arcs which each focus on different relationships (though people from past arcs make appearances in future ones). Each arc tells a beautiful story and have all managed to make me bawl my eyes out. I do have to mention, however, that while the first arc (Bomi's Flower) is entirely wholesome, later onesdo deal with some darker subject matter. If you're not comfortable with those topics, I'd still highly recommend reading the first arc.

Art: 10/10

I'm in love with the art style. It's just beautiful to look at, period.

Characters: 9/10

The main characters of all the arcs so far have had a great dynamic and interesting backstories/personalities. I'm only hesitant to give it a ten because some important characters haven't concluded their character arcs yet, but I have faith this score will go up as the series wraps up.

Enjoyment: 10/10

I binged what was available of this series after stumbling upon its first chapter and I've been keeping up weekly ever since. It's safe to say that this series is very, very entertaining.

Overall: 9/10

I'm only refraining from giving this series a 10 because it hasn't concluded yet. Regardless, PLEASE give this series a try. I'm sure you'll come to love it as much as I do!

You must read this webtoon once in a lifetime!! There are 4 seasons and 4 storylines that teenager protagonists have to go through their life events of youth. The storyline is very beautiful and touch the heart of every readers. This is the best romance(?) webtoon manhwa for me. 10/10✔️ Every characters have depth and make senses. They look very real for me. It’s more like they are my real life friends somehow. The art looks cuter than the story but it’s suit the story well btw. The art are easy and comfortable to read. Get your tissues paper ready, you will need it!

This is one of the WEBTOONs I have ever read. But the only WEBTOON to make me cry and I cried a lot. There are 4 seasons with 4 different protagonists, 4 different stories, and 4 main characters in the center of it all. I’d call that a 4 skin or something along those lines. The art is very vibrant and colorful and it portrays each season perfectly. The characters are also very well written and colorful. The stories are amazing especially the second season which is my current favorite. You should definitely try it I guarantee it isn’t a waste of your time! (Also Jinyeong isbased as hell)

(informal review, very casual) heave ho,, if you're going to read this webtoon in particular, please ready for a few tears to shed and hair ready to rip out both wholesome at some parts and sad sometimes, no in between. First of all, Story: 10/10 seasons of blossom is a webtoon that is split into four different arcs, discussing about all four seasons: summer, winter, autumn/fall, and spring. each focuses on different relationships throughout (the first arc--spring--focuses on Bomi, and the second focuses on x, etcetc.).first arc entirely wholesome. no sadness, very wholesome, maybe angsty if you just hate a bit of a love triangle. one of my favourite things about this webtoon is particular is how author tells the story. it feels so.. smooth, a little too nice. a pleasant read and if read when updating weekly, can get a very much tearing hair out once at the end of the chapter. captivating storytelling in other words. really effective per se to hook in reader.. a lot.

second arc is when it gets a bit darker so please do take care of yourself!!

(2nd arc spoiler in content but just wanted to put a warning in case of those who don't know what will be included : content warnings for direct mention of suicide, very prominent in second arc)

second arc will definitely spill into tears and there's no doubt of that. always crying. crying every chapter. maybe a bit of an exaggeration but it felt like that. can't really scroll without having to stop once or twice because i'm tearing up lol

third arc is split into two characters who are siblings and their respective relationship.

(yet again, spoiler in content for 3rd arc but those who want to know any content warnings that will be mentioned, please be aware of selfharm and mentions of suicidal thoughts)

as of this review, third arc is not done but i can guarantee is a really good read so far (as expected of course!!)

Art: 10/10

do i need to speak anymore of the art?

the art is a beauty, no doubt. gorgeous. really gorgeous.

one of the things that i found so contradicting at some parts of this story is how the art is so simple and cute, big eyes and simple lines, but yet it sometimes tell such a compelling, sad story. it's so ironic but yet it works. i.. love it. so much. really really

gorgeous art.

Character: 10/10

fleshened out. really fleshened.

everyone has a background of their own, and have reasons behind how they act and how they are at the very day. feels a little too realistic, and that's what is good about it. author has put heavy thought into characters so much to the point i'm in awe when reading of how much they feel so real.

and with the aid of such engaging storytelling that's speechlessly so good, it creates an interesting experience to read. nothing beats a good storyline and characters. nothing. i tell you.

Enjoyment: 10/10

i.. literally spent ten minutes fangirling over this webtoon so wouldn't ten out of ten enjoyment to be expected?

of course, some people would rate enjoyment a little different from others, especially for weekly webtoons where people could argue that because it's updated weekly and can't be bingable, it creates a worse experience. but in contrast, in my own point of view, it being weekly is something to take granted.

ironically despite i want to smash my head into the ground and rip my hair out every time i finish the weekly chapter, i would still read it the week afterwards. and then the next, then the next. it's just.. too good to not.

characters are good, story is good, art is gorgeous. there is nothing to not enjoy of this webtoon.

Overall: 10/10

must i need to say any more?

"I hope you will have the courage to reach out for help one more time." Seasons of Blossom is a brilliantly written and emotional manhwa that shows the multiple struggles that one faces and how the characters work together to overcome those struggles. It brings an essential lesson to light that many might have gotten bored of hearing, yet it is so crucial and important to hear: You are not alone. Story: 10/10 Seasons of Blossom includes four arcs named after the seasons, each with different characters and lessons to be focused on. All four of the arcs are, as said at the beginning, beautifully written and conveythe emotions and lives of every character amazingly and realistically. The lessons that were portrayed in every arc are easy to learn from and relate to and, like said at the end, will truly change lives. The relationships are also written beautifully, whether they be relationships that are forming, ending, or continuing to blossom.

Characters: 9/10

The personality and story behind every character are very diverse and portray the reasoning behind why a character acts a certain way. The authors made almost every character easy to relate to and wrote all of them very well. This was pointed out by another reviewer, but I'd like to include that many of the characters are very reoccurring in the story and don't just appear in one arc and then never show up again, so you can end a season without worrying about when you'll see your favorite characters again.

Art: 7/10

The art style is a bit simple yet very easy to recognize and it is easy to find beauty in this simplicity anyway. The artwork perfectly depicted the emotions of every character, and I enjoyed how each detail was illustrated. The only reason it isn't perfectly scored is because the style genuinely simple and there wasn't anything really special about it. However, now that this manhwa is especially memorable to me, I do think that I will be able to recognize the art style in other places if I ever happen to stumble upon it.

Enjoyment: 10/10

After 1 year of reading this manhwa, I have to say that it was extremely enjoyable and there wasn't a single chapter where I was feeling bored of what was occurring. In fact, I was usually always on the edge of my seat, waiting to see what happens in the next chapter.

To wrap it up, I would like to say that I genuinely believe this manhwa will save lives (I mean this quite literally) with the tear-jerking, relatable lessons that it has to give to its readers. Seasons of Blossom has the ability to make readers get emotional, whether it be happiness or sadness, and educates readers of mental struggles. During the author's note in the epilogue, Hongduck and Nenome said "We wanted to create a work comforting and encouraging to our readers but we were the ones who were consoled and supported instead," and I believe that they have achieved exactly what they wanted and will continue to do such.

Overall: 10/10

Mathematically speaking, my score would be a 9, but I genuinely enjoyed reading it so much that I think it deserves a 10. I highly recommend that you read this.

* I wrote this when I originally finished reading this back in June of 2023 and published on Anilist.

** Forgive me, this is my first review and I'm not very good with communicating my feelings in writing.

Everything about this series is so lovable. Seasons of Blossom is definitely not your typical cheesy romance, but instead takes itself seriously and tackles themes that not all authors can execute well. By metaphorically moving through the 4 seasons with a 4 act structure, the series culminates into a sweet little tale with thoughtful overarching themes. Plot [9/10]: We start with a rather typical trope of the female lead falling in love with the shy boy rather than the "glowingly handsome" guy also in the class. The "fake dating" trope is used here which slowly develops into some genuinely cute moments between the two. Some side romancealso happens, which adds to the atmosphere of "spring" being in the air. No complaints here, just a well executed little love story.

In the second act, we delve into deeper themes of suicide and regret, which our characters have to learn to come to terms with. Representing "Summer", this act takes us through flashbacks while still remaining relevant to the core characters. There were some genuinely sad moments here, and it feels like we are really able to see the characters in a more vulnerable light. I really appreciate the change in tone of the writing, and the topics being illustrated were done very well.

The third act is "Autumn", and we are given a "enemies to lovers" trope, except that the female lead also shines in some major moments that tackle the theme of bullying and the consequences that ensue. At this point, you start to realise that all the characters are related to each other, and as these characters are given more identity, the whole fictitious world gains depth.

"Winter" comes in the fourth act, once again reiterating the themes of suicide and bullying. The author is brutal with these topics and doesn't try to overly sugarcoat it. I guess this act also serves a purpose to "redeem" the characters of their past guilt, by choosing to take action in solving the new bullying scenario, which has been foreshadowed throughout the entire series beforehand.

I also really appreciate how the ending wasn't rushed, which a lot of webtoons struggle to do. The story ended where it needed to end, and everything was just wrapped up nicely with little loose ends to cover again.

Art [9/10]:

The art is nothing insane because it doesn't need to be. The style perfectly encapsulates the themes being discussed, with the earlier act having much lighter tones when compared to the later acts. It's also quite unique, and really assists the writing to bring the characters into life.

Characters [9/10]:

All of the characters are so likeable. Within 130 chapters, it seems as if we've gotten to know everything about these characters. There are many scenes that are dedicated to showing us the characters' pasts, and they feel like real people with aspirations, regrets and worries. The author also did a great job by intertwining all these characters in a "web" of connections, so that they are all linked to each other by friendships, relationships or familial ties.

Enjoyment [8/10]:

I initially read this up to ~90 chapters, and then reread it from the beginning. Read it all in 2 days - it's filled with moments that capture a whimsical high school romance mood, and also moments which make you look out the window and just think.

Overall [9/10]:

Great read, no complaints. Romance done right.

Season's of Blossom, at first, appears to be a nice romance and slice-of-life story about a group of friends. However, be warned, that this work delves into topics such as mental health, bullying, family problems, and more. I'll start with the story. there will be spoilers. you've been warned. The story is told in four arcs, or seasons, with four different 'couples.' The story is told in chronological order, with a couple of flashbacks here and there. The first season is light and funny; it is about spring and has a fake couple-falls-in-love plot. The second season is very heavy and low-key traumatized me. It is summer,with heavy rains and heavy heat. This season is sad and juxtaposes the happy summer with sad eyes hidden behind a smile. We lose a cherished character to suicide, and we see the repercussions of such an act on everyone else, including the audience. While I did say everything happens in chronological order, the romance aspect and character loss happens in the past. This season more so speaks about the repercussions of such an event on those left behind. The third season is autumn, and in comes the cold, and the leaves turn red. There is a main and side couple that begins here. This season also deals with heavy topics, such as bullying and self-harm in the past. This arc was rather funny, and because those actions were in the past, the audience isn't worried something bad will happen to the main character, as she has grown stronger in light of what happened. The final arc, winter, is where we witness a combination of all of the arcs. A character has been bullied (this is foreshadowed throughout the entire story), and he goes through a suicide attempt but is stopped by the rest of the characters. This arc is also very emotional, because it includes the buildup of everything that came before it, and we see that the main character of season 2 left a larger impact than everyone thought, because this season's main character's pain wouldn't have been noticed without him. There's a lot more to it, and we see that even more so when he was alive, he left a large impact on all of the characters.

OKAY, now to the characters. There isn't a single character that I did not like or understand their motives. Of course, there were actions I did not agree with, but I understood each character's motivations, even the 'villains.' All of them were very complex, and none of them were one dimensional. This aspect is further amplified due to the various situations the characters go through due to the changing storylines, and the complexity of youth. My favorite character is Lee Hamin, he is the main lead for the second season, and he resonated the most with me, which made the 'reality' of the story hit so much harder.

The art style is beautiful. It's simple and not complex like Van Gogh, but I prefer it that way. The simplicity of the drawings compliments the complexity of the plot. The story would have felt much different if a lot of what was being talked about by the audience was the appearance of the characters.

All in all, what makes me give this work such a high rating is the message, and that I think it was successfully delivered. I won't say what it is because.... I feel like we can all reach that conclusion for ourselves. I will say please give this one a chance! and pick it up again if u dropped it! (I did put it on hold while it was updating bc the time between updates and seasons was too long, but look at me now!)

Seasons of Blossom is a fantastic dive into relationships, mental health and bullying, the past, and learning to love yourself. As of right now, there are 4 parts to the story almost coinciding with the seasons of the year. They also come with their own changes to the perspective and main characters while still keeping the overall core cast. The best thing about this is how it allows the world to build on top of itself, recontextualizing the prior world you think you know until you realize the connections between everyone. Nothing exists in a vacuum. Everything matters somehow. This then allows for the development andexploration of a lot of the characters. Some people that play a minor role in one part come back to have entire stories about them in another. And not just the simple bonus chapter kind of stories, but real major 30 chapter stories. The characters that are given the spotlight from the beginning aren't pushed to the side either to make room for the new developments. Instead, they remain relevant and change too, allowing for consistent growth. Every character has something important to share and they all can make a difference.

The art also is solid from the beginning, carrying a simple to digest but stylized feeling to it. Sometimes it can get too simple, but it never is too cluttered. You always can understand exactly what is going on.

My only complaints really are that the paneling could be better in spots (which I guess is more inherit to the medium), and that it kinda can be misleading (But not in a bad way!). Based on the first part, you can mistakenly believe that it is mainly romance when it isn't. Sure that certainly leads the plot in multiple areas, but it certainly is more drama than romance. But honestly, I'm happy it turned out that way.

The journey I took may have not been one that I initially was enamored with, and it certainly wasn't perfect from beginning to end. But what it depicts always feels meaningful and full of heart. Things stick with you and forces you to think it all over, leaving you with a range of bittersweet emotions that I can't help but be happy with.

Trigger Warnings Suicide, self-harm, bullying TL:DR A shockingly deep manhwa, covering so many topics along with a pretty cute romance. Endearing, believable characters round out a well-written plot. Highly recommend. Story: 9/10 The plot is split into four parts, each mainly following a new set of characters but with the previous characters still playing important roles and having their own arcs. In this way, the cast can grow slowly, with the reader getting to know them in small batches. The first half of the initial part is mostly a standard (but very good!) school rom-com manga, though we get hints that something deeper is under the surface. From there, it getsmore serious and I don't want to spoil it but it's a real tear jerker - though rest assured that there is plenty of cute romance and comedy sections too. The emotional moments feel earned rather than being cheap emotional manipulation and it really is just beautiful, that's the only word I can use to properly describe this manhwa.

The plot is so deftly woven so it feels natural to move to a new cast and situation while also keeping the importance of the previous characters, making it feel like they all matter and their struggles (past and current) are thematically relevant to the current situation. The author effortlessly gets the point of the manhwa across in a natural way without seeming preachy, grounding it in the characters and plot.

The manhwa touches on deep topics such as bullying and suicide and it manages to do so in a respectful, thoughtful way without romanticising it or stigmatising the victims. One of the best depictions of these topics I have seen. Another thing is that it tackles all the sides of bullying, from beginning to escalation, the difficulty of stopping it, and the process of recovery which is something that is rarely discussed. It depicts how other people can help those struggling while preserving the victims agency and not making them into damsels in distress to be rescued by a hero.

Characters: 10/10

As you'd expect from a series all about characters and their relationships, the character writing is top notch.

They're relatable and behave like actual teenagers, albeit ones with very dramatic lives - though not unbelievably so.

The characters are so endearing, with a diverse range of personalities that fit together so well. It really feels like these characters are friends and there interactions are so fun. The more dramatic events also reveal their deeper aspects in really interesting ways.

One thing I love is how so many characters are more important than they seem, with many background characters getting promoted to the main cast and playing an important role latter in the series.

Art

The art is fantastic. Has good character design, easy to tell them apart, expressive faces and body language and funny when it wants to be, serious when it has to be.

Overall: 10/10

Incredibly enjoyable manhwa that covers serious topics but never forgets that it's a romcom and has great characters. A fantastic manhwa that I recommend to everyone.