I completely relate to your sentiments; I had begun to think I was alone in my perspective, especially since everyone else seems to adore it. Your points resonate with me, particularly about enjoying the reaper's story more.
As for the justification some offer – that the female character is meant to be 19 but portrayed as a young girl in a school uniform pursued by an older man – I find that argument unconvincing and problematic.
As for the justification some offer – that the female character is meant to be 19 but portrayed as a young girl in a school uniform pursued by an older man – I find that argument unconvincing and problematic.