Your Lie in April Vol. 4: Your Lie in April 4
- ISBN
- 9781632361745
- Publisher
- Kodansha
- English release
- Pages
- 208
Your Lie in April 4 approaches Kosei's first solo competition in years, with old rivals waiting in that competitive world. This is the start of a renewed contest, not the beginning of his story. Read the preceding books for the return to music that makes the entry possible. For buyers following the competition, keep the next volume in view: this book's advertised situation is preparation under pressure, rather than a promised resolution.
Spoilers — why this volume matters. Tap to reveal.
Penguin Random House's volume description identifies a difficult asymmetry in Kosei's return: his confidence is improving, but his trouble hearing the notes remains. The rivals awaiting him also remember the precise performer he used to be. Their resentment belongs to an earlier version of Kosei, while he must compete with the difficulties of the present one. That gives the contest an argument beyond placement. A reputation can survive the capacity that created it, leaving its owner to answer expectations he can no longer meet in the same way. Kaori's support cannot erase what the other competitors remember.
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