The novel is absolutely perfect but I'm so glad it was a good transition to manga.
I laughed when I could finally see how dumbfolded Rodd was with Rei lack of interest on him. I bet he isn't too used to rejection(and he considered punishing Rei for being honest from the way he talked, but of course he would pretend that it was like the ultimate act of kindness or something).
And his brother is so annoying. Ugh. I have no idea how Claire likes him. The man annoys me just by appearing and all he does is to brood like a moron. At least in the novel I had a little more simpathy for him, but the manga version... Oh dear.
Now, Dor's and Rei's interaction was wonderfully done. I have been waiting for that since the beginning and it did not dissapoint. Dor's appearence is very similar to what I had imagined.
And Claire and Rei are just so cute together. I absolutelly love this couple.
As soon as the Novel's official english translation is released, I will buy it!