Reading: My Dearest Self With Malice Aforethought (COMPLETED)

Title: My Dearest Self With Malice Aforethought

✍️ Author: Hajime Inoryu

📅 Published: 2018–2020

📌 Status: Completed

📜 Type: Manga – Read right to left

TL;DR

A gripping psychological thriller filled with unexpected twists.

The mystery is well-crafted, keeping you on edge as the story unfolds.

While it contains graphic scenes and moments of gore, the tension and intrigue make it hard to stop reading.

If you enjoy suspenseful narratives with dark psychological themes, this one’s worth checking out.

Summary

Eiji, a seemingly ordinary college student and the son of the infamous serial killer LL, begins experiencing blackouts—waking up days later with no memory of what transpired.

As the intervals grow longer, he uncovers chilling clues that another personality is leading a life of its own.

As he delves deeper, he becomes entangled in a web of crime, deceit, and murder.

With each revelation, the line between reality and illusion blurs, forcing him to confront the sinister nature of his "other self."

But how much of his life is truly his own, and how much is dictated by the dark legacy of LL?

Notables

• Strengths: Unique psychological premise, unpredictable twists, engaging character development
• Weaknesses: Some pacing inconsistencies, occasional art quality fluctuations
• Best For: Fans of Monster and Erased who enjoy psychological thrillers with dark themes
• Notable Themes: Identity crisis, nature vs. nurture, crime & justice
• Standout Moments: Intense mind games, shocking plot twists, and a satisfying conclusion

My Thoughts

Recommended!

The main character starts as the typical weakling, but he manages to survive and adapt on his own.

Most of the supporting characters—classmates, cops—have understandable motivations, making them feel grounded.

The exception, of course, are the psychos, whose actions can be unpredictable.

Overall, it's an exciting read. Definitely worth checking out!

I avoided the point system because I am not a reviewer or a critic and this is mostly for fun.
Wanted to share recommendations for people who want to try something else and completed.