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Rent-A-(Really Shy!)-Girlfriend Volume 2 Review

Volume 2 of Rent-A-(Really Shy!)-Girlfriend sees Sumi embark on a practice date with Kazuya in the hopes of gaining some confidence in herself.

Demelza • 15th May 2022

Book Review

The Detective is Already Dead Volume 3 Review

The secrets behind Siesta's death are resolved, but now those left behind must come to terms with inheriting her will. How will they react when they learn of the important role Siesta held in the world and the fact someone else must now fill it?

Demelza • 14th May 2022

Anime Review

Is the Order a Rabbit? BLOOM (Season 3) Review

For the third series, we follow the girls engaging in cosplay, making their future life choices, and setting up a beer hall (serving foaming apple juice).

Ian Wolf • 13th May 2022

Manga Review

Little Miss P: The Fourth Day Review

Little Miss P returns for a fourth and final volume. This new collection of short stories once more explores what it means to deal with periods and other related elements of the human body.

Demelza • 11th May 2022

Anime Review

Girls und Panzer das Finale Part 2 Review

It's time for some self-deprecation as Ooarai take on a school inspired by the Japanese army.

Ian Wolf • 9th May 2022

Manga Review

Lovesick Ellie Volume 1 Review

Lovesick Ellie follows the story of Eriko, a girl who spends her days fantasizing about what it would be like to date Akira, the most handsome boy at school, and sharing these thoughts on her Twitter account. That is, until the day she discovers that Akira isn't quite the perfect boy he makes out to be and also learns all about Eriko's account. Now a romance begins to blossom between this unlikely pair...

Demelza • 6th May 2022

Manga Review

The Great Jahy Will Not Be Defeated Volume 2 Review

Volume 2 of The Great Jahy Will Not Be Defeated introduces us to Saurva, a girl who wants to take Jahy's place as the Number Two ruler of the Dark Realm. If that wasn't enough Jahy must contend with Druj discovering her place of work and fooling her into believing that she owns the place!

Demelza • 4th May 2022

Manga Review

I Belong to the Baddest Girl at School Volume 3 Review

Protagonist Unoki has finally realised he has feelings for Toramaru, but this puts a strain on their friendship resulting in Unoki keeping a distance from Toramaru. With summer vacation fast approaching, can they close the distance and perhaps even advance their relationship?

Demelza • 3rd May 2022

News

Anime Limited Reveals May 2022 Pre-Orders with Emma: A Victorian Romance Season 1 and Future Boy Conan Part 2 Releases

The second half of Miyazaki's Future Boy Conan and a new license announcement is planned for the month of May's pre-order schedule!

NormanicGrav • 2nd May 2022

Manga Review

Blue Period Volume 6 Review

The first day of the vital second examination arrives - but Yatora feels like death warmed up! With so much riding on the results, will he be able to rise above his physical problems and attempt to create a painting to impress the examiners?

Sarah • 2nd May 2022

Manga Review

Blackguard Volume 1 Review

Blackguard tells the story of a world overrun by a virus that turns people into vicious monsters and those who fight them in the hopes of reclaiming the world for humanity.

Demelza • 1st May 2022

Manga Review

Rent-A-Girlfriend Volumes 10 and 11 Review

In these two new volumes of Rent-A-Girlfriend, Kazuya goes on a date with Mizuhara dressed in their school uniforms and then has to navigate a family birthday party with Ruka by his side...

Demelza • 30th April 2022

Manga Review

Wave, Listen to Me! Volume 8 Review

Volume 8 delivers on concluding a major storyline whilst also showcasing how key characters, both main and supporting, are moving forward in their professional and personal lives.

HWR • 29th April 2022

Manga Review

Bungo Stray Dogs Wan! Volume 1 Review

The world of Bungo Stray Dogs expands once more with the arrival of Bungo Stray Dogs Wan! This new series shows us snippets of the cast's daily lives as they get up to all kinds of exciting and hilarious antics.

Demelza • 28th April 2022

Manga Review

Sasaki and Miyano Volume 5 Review

The latest instalment of this accessible and convincing Boys’ Love manga highlights the insecurities felt by both Sasaki and Miyano as they try to understand how they feel about each other.

Sarah • 27th April 2022

Book Review

Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle Volume 1 Review

Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle Volume 1 follows protagonist Saku Chitose who is tasked with bringing a shut-in classmate back to class. The big question is: can he use his position as the most popular guy in school to help?

Demelza • 26th April 2022

Manga Review

Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! Volume 4 Review

Work colleagues – and now boyfriends? Salarymen Adachi and Kurosawa go on a first date together – but will Adachi’s secret ability to read other people’s thoughts help or hinder their special day?

Sarah • 25th April 2022

Roundup

Spring Preview 2022 – Funimation Fades Away…

It’s the new season – but it’s mostly on Crunchyroll! What new anime have impressed us so far? Find out – and let us know if you agree with our choices…

AUKN Staff • 24th April 2022

Manga Review

Chasing After Aoi Koshiba Volumes 2 and 3 Review

With another two volumes under its belt, does Chasing After Aoi Koshiba continue to be a worthwhile romance?

Demelza • 22nd April 2022

Manga Review

Sweat and Soap Volume 11 Review

Wedding bells ring as the final volume of Sweat and Soap arrives. Will Asako and Kotaro's perfect day go off without a hitch? It's time to find out as we prepare to bid farewell to the series.

Demelza • 21st April 2022