I've waited patiently for Nekomonogatari to finally get translated and released, and it was worth it. The first part of Cat Tale, known as Black, was another look back in time. This story focuses on dealing with Hanekawa's own aberration encounter. While it's been known about Hanekawa's family situation, this was a march deeper and darker look in to it. For most of the book, primarily when focused on Hanekawa, we don't have a lot of the wit and banter the Monogatari is known for. It's there at times, but doesn't sit in the forefront as much. Thankfully for fans of the banter such as myself, the entire second chapter is Araragi having a 70 plus page conversation with his younger sister Tsukihi. It is an absolute delight! Another fantastic chapter in Monogatari, and I now I have to wait patiently once again for Cat Tale (White). 4.75 out of 5.