The Company is Dancing
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By ian hatomura, 鳩村衣杏
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Genres
Browse Library →2013
Description
The backdrop for a tale about ideal love and the joy of human existence is “a company” —!? Sunao is an overly serious editor whose health suffered after he became a workaholic, and now he’s changed jobs, working for a publisher that focuses on entertainment media. He’s barely started in his new position when he’s selected as chairman of an in-house event, and he falls in with rising company star and editor-in-charge Watarai and their easy-going coworkers, running, worrying, and dancing (!?) his way through work, event prep, and maybe even falling love. Entertainment expert Ian Hatomura spins a story of one man’s steps to recover in a Neo Cinderella story!
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- fleur bunko
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Light Novel
The Company is Dancing Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on The Company is Dancing
"The Company is Dancing" promised a sweet and fluffy escape, and honestly, it delivered. As someone who enjoys a good dose of serotonin from my web novels, I dove in with fairly high hopes, and I wasn't disappointed. This short and sweet story, clocking in at just ten chapters plus an extra, is a delightful read.
First Impressions
The premise is simple: Sunao, our MC, navigates his new workplace and encounters Watarai, a colleague who quickly captures his attention. What immediately struck me was the easy-to-read translation. It felt natural and flowed well, which is always a huge plus. The story is very focused on Sunao's personal growth as he comes to terms with himself.
What Works Well
The strength of this novel lies in its characters. Sunao's journey of self-discovery is genuinely heartwarming. Watching him grow and accept himself, particularly under Watarai's positive influence, was a joy. Speaking of Watarai, he's the kind of character that makes you wonder if such genuinely good people exist in real life. His optimistic outlook and sincere nature are incredibly appealing, and he complements Sunao perfectly. Their relationship felt believable and sweet.
The lack of heavy plot or intense drama might be a turn-off for some, but I found it refreshing. The story prioritizes Sunao and Watarai's budding feelings and the small conflicts that arise are resolved in a satisfying manner. It's a feel-good story through and through.
Final Verdict
If you're looking for a lighthearted, character-driven yaoi novel that will leave you with a warm and fuzzy feeling, "The Company is Dancing" is definitely worth a read. It's a quick and easy escape that focuses on personal growth and a sweet, developing relationship. You might just find yourself cheering for Sunao and Watarai as much as I did.
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