I really like the quality of artworks (characters and backgrounds) and I absolutely love games with turn based combat and node-based exploration (I'm making one too XD), so I really enjoyed the gameplay!
I have some problems with the menus UI: it's a pity that you made it so "RPG Makerish" and leaving the default sound effects for cursors and choices didn't help. With a polished UI, and more SFXs during the Visual Novel parts, this can become a muuuuch better game!
As for the characters and story... maybe it's just not my cup of tea, but many other people will probably like it a lot!
Good job! ^^