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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Book Review

Woof Woof Story: I Told You to Turn Me Into a Pampered Pooch, Not Fenrir! Volume 2 Review

In the second volume of Woof Woof Story we reunite with a now 2-month-old Routa to find out if he can continue keep his true identity a secret! With a family vacation planned, things seem peaceful for the Pampered Pooch, but trouble is never far away...

Demelza • 14th July 2019

Book Review

Kokoro Connect Volume 6 Review

Kokoro Connect Volume 6 brings the series back with a bang. The addition of the new club members keeps things fresh, while the writing ensures you won’t want to put the book down!

Demelza • 10th July 2019

Book Review

The Hero is Overpowered but Overly Cautious Volume 1 Review

The Hero is Overpowered but Overly Cautious is off to a strong start. While it doesn’t do much to break out of the mould of isekai series, it does deliver an entertaining read, thanks to its strong comedy. If you’re looking for your next crazy light novel read then this one’s worth your time.

Demelza • 4th July 2019

Book Review

Katanagatari Volume 2 Review

Katanagatari continues to offer an enjoyable read, the likes of which only NISIOISIN consistently brings to the table. This collection does a much better job of differentiating the stories from one another, which lends itself better to the omnibus format.

Demelza • 3rd July 2019

Manga Review

Little Miss P Review

Overall, Little Miss P is an entertaining read on a usually taboo subject. It’s certainly not for everyone but I can see plenty of people getting a kick out of the quirky stories being told.

Demelza • 2nd July 2019

Anime Review

Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online Part 1 Review

With only six episodes in this set, Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online struggles for a while to grip you but thankfully there are signs of more interesting things to come.

Demelza • 1st July 2019

Book Review

An Archdemon’s Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride Volume 6 Review

While this volume of An Archdemon's Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride has interesting development in story for one of its main cast - it also retreads on an earlier plot device which takes away from the book.

Demelza • 30th June 2019

Manga Review

Konosuba: An Explosion on this Wonderful World! Volume 1 Review

Overall, this manga adaption of KonoSuba: An Explosion on this Wonderful World is off to a strong start. While fans might want to wait for the original light novels to be released, those who prefer reading manga (or happen to be diehard fans of the franchise) will find plenty to like here.

Demelza • 27th June 2019

Manga Review

Animeta! Volume 1 Review

Animeta! offers a fascinating look at what it means to be an animator. With an enthusiastic main character, it’s easy to get sucked into the passion of the story and invested in what promises to be a journey like no other.

Demelza • 22nd June 2019

Manga Review

O Maidens in your Savage Season Volume 2 Review

O Maidens in your Savage Season Volume 2 continues to offer a Mari Okada story not to be missed. As more of the cast get their chance in the spotlight, my feelings for the series only grow stronger.

Demelza • 18th June 2019

Manga Review

Snow White with the Red Hair Volume 1 Review

Snow White with the Red Hair is off to a fine start. With a relaxed story, strong female lead and likeable set of characters the series has a promising future. Fans of the anime won’t be disappointed and newcomers are certainly going to be coming back for more.

Demelza • 12th June 2019

Book Review

Wolf Children: Ame & Yuki Review

Wolf Children offers an emotional look at motherhood and growing up. Containing a story suitable for readers of all ages, this is a fantastic read which is well worth adding to your collection.

Demelza • 11th June 2019

Book Review

I’m Standing on a Million Lives Volume 1 Review

I'm Standing on a Million Lives promises to deliver something brand new to the fantasy genre, but does it deliver?

Demelza • 9th June 2019

Book Review

A Sister’s All You Need Volume 4 Review

The fourth volume of A Sister’s All You Need continues to offer the fun and insightful story we love. As the protagonist deals with his light novel becoming a manga, the door opens for new and interesting tales of the industry.

Demelza • 8th June 2019

Film Review

Kizumonogatari Part 1: Tekketsu Review

Kizumonogatari is off to a slow but entertaining start. Having read the novel, I’m looking forward to what comes next in the films. However, even newcomers to Kizumonogatari’s story will be hooked from this intriguing beginning.

Demelza • 7th June 2019

Manga Review

Kino’s Journey: The Beautiful World Volume 2 Review

Volume 2 of Kino’s Journey: The Beautiful World continues to offer a compelling adventure series. Although it's not for the faint-hearted, if you can look past the depressing nature of these stories you’ll find a fascinating message about humanity.

Demelza • 5th June 2019

Anime Review

Silver Spoon Season 1 Review

Silver Spoon shows us that when people and animals come together good things happen. A coming-of-age story like no other, Silver Spoon is a true delight that belongs in every anime fans collection.

Demelza • 3rd June 2019

Manga Review

Love in Focus Volume 2 Review

Love in Focus hasn’t managed to break free of the tropes it started out with but it succeeds at being a fun read. Shojo fans will certainly enjoy their time spent with the likeable cast of characters, especially knowing that it’s a shorter series in the genre.

Demelza • 28th May 2019

Book Review

Penguin Highway Review

The West has long awaited the arrival of Tomihiko Morimi’s books and that wait has been well worth it. Penguin Highway offers a summertime adventure the likes of which we’ve not seen for quite some time - It’s fun, comical and well written.

Demelza • 26th May 2019

Anime Review

Re:ZERO Part 2 Review

The second half of Re:ZERO offers a fascinating, engrossing watch as Subaru falls apart and then rises up anew. With a final arc that brings this first season to a wonderfully satisfying conclusion, Re:ZERO Part 2 will undoubtedly claim a piece of your heart.

Demelza • 25th May 2019