Demelza

When she's not watching anime, reading manga or reviewing, Demelza can generally be found exploring some kind of fantasy world and chasing her dreams of being a hero.

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Manga Review

Just Like Mona Lisa Volumes 7 and 8 Review

The main story for Just Like Mona Lisa comes to an end in Volume 8, but how will this intriguing series conclude?

Demelza • 12th August 2026

Manga Review

Teacher, We Will Destroy the World! Volume 1 Review

Powerful assassin Number Zero has been sent to infiltrate a magic school as a teacher to take out his latest target. But he gets more than he bargained for when he meets his unruly students...

Demelza • 8th August 2026

Book Review

86: Eighty-Six Alter Volume 1: The Reaper’s Occasional Adolescence Review

This collection of short stories allows us to enjoy seeing the cast of 86 having some much-needed time away from the battlefield, enjoying everyday interactions that are sure to bring readers joy.

Demelza • 4th August 2026

Book Review

86: Eighty-Six Volume 13 Review

86: Eighty-Six enters its final arc with the next volume, but first we must set the stage for what's to come.

Demelza • 2nd August 2026

Roundup

Summer Season 2026 – First Impressions

Which of the new and returning anime series have our writers chosen from this packed Summer Season? Find out in this bumper edition of First Impressions!

AUKN Staff • 1st August 2026

Book Review

Divine Incursions Volume 2 Review

Set twenty years before the first book, Volume 2 introduces us to a conman turned investigator as he finds himself on the Divine Incursions Task Force and coming face-to-face with all kinds of gods.

Demelza • 28th July 2026

Manga Review

Always a Catch! How I Punched My Way Into Marrying a Prince Volumes 2 and 3 Review

After Maria and the queen are attacked at the castle, our feisty heroine decides to take a trip home to inform her family of her engagement. But what kinds of trouble will she get into on the trip there and back?!

Demelza • 21st July 2026

Manga Review

Otaku x Gal Volume 2 Review

It's the Golden Week holidays, and while Otakura prepares to dive into his backlog of games and anime, Narumi has other ideas...

Demelza • 18th July 2026

Manga Review

Ogami-san Can’t Keep It In Volumes 5, 6 and 7 Review

Ogami-san Can't Keep It In comes to its conclusion in these three volumes. But what will become of the relationship between Ogami and Yaginuma?

Demelza • 14th July 2026

Roundup

From Our TBR Pile… July 2026

New volumes in ongoing series are always welcome – check out our thoughts on some of our favourites!

AUKN Staff • 13th July 2026

Manga Review

Whoever You Are, I Love You Volume 1 Review

Keiku Hagiwara's latest series to hit the English market is a mystery thriller following the story of Yuki Sato and the man she thought was a perfect partner...

Demelza • 9th July 2026

Manga Review

Adabana Volume 3 Review

Adabana Volume 3 brings the story of Mako and Mizuki to an end, finally showing us what happened on that fateful day.

Demelza • 7th July 2026

Roundup

Spring 2026 Overview

Which Spring Season series impressed our writers – and why? Find out in our overview!

AUKN Staff • 5th July 2026

Manga Review

Tsubaki-chou Lonely Planet Volume 12 Review

Fumi's father has returned and discovered her relationship with Akatsuki! Is there any hope for him to come to understand their love, or is it all over for their budding romance?

Demelza • 4th July 2026

Book Review

The Keeper of the Camphor Tree Review

Keigo Higashino's latest mystery novel brings us a story of a man entrusted with being the keeper of the camphor tree, a sacred place known for granting wishes. But is there any truth to its supernatural abilities?

Demelza • 1st July 2026

Manga Review

Magical Karina Volume 1 Review

This new series from Kodansha follows a young girl struggling with the passing of her grandmother and the threat of a soul-sucking monster that's looming over the town. Will she be able to rise up and fight as a magical girl?

Demelza • 30th June 2026

Manga Review

Wistoria: Wand and Sword Volumes 11 and 12 Review

Having now had his faction decided at last, Will prepares himself for a new way of life in the Tower. But things take a turn for the worst when he and his friends are told to figure out who the traitor that's infiltrated the Tower is...

Demelza • 20th June 2026

Manga Review

Perfectly Fine on My Own, So My Fiancé Can Twist in the Wind Volume 2 Review

Having realised just how badly he's strained his relationship with Nicole, Keios is determined to make amends in this second volume of Perfectly Fine on My Own. But is it too late to patch things up?

Demelza • 18th June 2026

Manga Review

Thank You for Taking Care of Our Boy Banri Volume 1 Review

College student Nanase is spending her summer vacation working as a manager for a popular actor. But while he seems incredibly sweet on the surface, when they're alone he shows his bossy and uncaring attitude! Will these two mismatched individuals be able to work together?

Demelza • 16th June 2026

Roundup

From our TBR pile: Pride Month June 2026 – some LGBTQIA+ recommendations

Looking for manga to read for Pride Month? Here are some suggestions you won’t want to miss!

AUKN Staff • 15th June 2026