Years after their paths had separated, Shoya Ishida and Shoko Nishimiya meet again. Haunted by guilt over the bullying he committed as a child, Shoya decides to confront his past. His desire to apologize and fix what was broken leads him on a journey of self-reflection and the pursuit of redemption. But earning forgiveness is never easy — neither from others nor from oneself.

As Shoya tries to prove his sincere change, Shoko faces her own feelings of guilt and the question of whether she can truly forgive someone who once hurt her. Their interaction becomes profound and emotional, opening the door to new reflections: can an act of repentance ever be truly selfless, or does it still hide selfish motives? In this part of the series, A Silent Voice continues to explore the complex relationship between personal responsibility, forgiveness, and emotional maturity.

A Silent Voice is a powerful and deeply emotional story about growing up and the lasting impact our words and actions can have on others. Through poignant characters and gentle yet direct narration, author Yoshitoki Oima masterfully tackles complex social themes such as bullying, life with a disability, stigma, and the search for forgiveness. The series doesn’t offer simple answers, but instead invites understanding, empathy, and personal growth.

This manga series has received international acclaim. It has been translated into multiple languages, and in 2016, it was adapted into an animated film that captivated audiences worldwide. A Silent Voice was nominated for prestigious awards such as the Osamu Tezuka and Manga Taisho prizes in Japan, while the American edition was shortlisted for an Eisner Award. This is a work that transcends its medium and leaves a lasting impression on every reader.

Number of pages: 192
Binding: Softcover
Color: Black and white
Publisher: Čarobna knjiga