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

For the Kid I Saw In My Dreams Volume 1 Review

The mangaka behind Erased is back with new series: For the Kid I Saw In My Dreams. Demelza takes a look to find out if this new manga lives up to Kei Sanbe's previous work.

Demelza • 30th January 2019

Features

Winter Streaming Preview 2019

Winter Season 2019 is well underway - but which shows are worth watching? Anime UK News' writers have some suggestions and recommendations...

AUKN Staff • 29th January 2019

Manga Review

We Never Learn Volume 1 Review

We Never Learn breaks into the slice of life comedy scene with a delightful first volume and shows that we can, in fact, learn with the right teacher and methods. With a lovable collection of characters, realistic dreams, and just a little bit of teenage high jinks along the way, the series promises to be an entertaining read for months to come.

Demelza • 25th January 2019

Book Review

Defeating the Demon Lord’s a Cinch (If You’ve Got a Ringer) Volume 1 Review

Defeating the Demon Lord’s a Cinch (If You’ve Got a Ringer) offers a welcome twist on the isekai tropes and fans of KonoSuba and series of its ilk will find a lot to like here.

Demelza • 24th January 2019

Opinion

Why The Rising of the Shield Hero’s Anime Is Better Than the Original Light Novel

The Rising of the Shield Hero's introduction into the world of anime has had a rocky start – but how does it compare to the original material?

Demelza • 16th January 2019

Features

Autumn Overview 2018 – Anime UK News writers look back over the season

How was the Autumn Season 2018 for you? Anime UK News writers have been looking back and asking: did the series we were looking forward to live up to their initial promise?

AUKN Staff • 15th January 2019

Manga Review

The Quintessential Quintuplets Volume 1 Review

Overall, The Quintessential Quintuplets is an okay entry in the romcom genre. It’s perhaps outshone by VIZ Media’s recent debut of We Never Learn but, nevertheless, if you like this genre I think The Quintessential Quintuplets is worth checking out at some point - even if it’s not right now.

Demelza • 11th January 2019

Manga Review

Dragon Half Omnibus Volume 1 Review

Dragon Half was an enjoyable read, despite me having no real incentive to continue reading it beyond this release. While this style of comedy isn’t for me, I think those who like classic comedy manga will really enjoy Seven Seas’ release.

Demelza • 9th January 2019

Book Review

The Ancient Magus’ Bride: The Golden Yarn Review

The Ancient Magus’ Bride: The Golden Yarn is a must read for fans of the franchise. While I recommend taking breaks between stories so not to be bogged down in how dark these tales are, each one is a welcome addition to this universe

Demelza • 5th January 2019

Book Review

Kokoro Connect Volume 3 Review

Volume 3 of Kokoro Connect continues to offer a compelling read with a new and difficult phenomenon for our cast to overcome.

Demelza • 29th December 2018

Book Review

An Archdemon’s Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride Volume 3 Review

Overall this volume of An Archdemon’s Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride continues to offer everything I’ve come to like about the series. Unfortunately it also calls out the issues I have with the story and then proceeds to do nothing about them, which just leaves a bad aftertaste.

Demelza • 23rd December 2018

Anime Review

Granblue Fantasy Part 2 Review

Overall, Granblue Fantasy remains a captivating watch right to the end. Although the animation issues prevent me from recommending it to everyone, I still believe there is a lot to like for those who can look past these issues.

Demelza • 21st December 2018

Roundup

Anime UK News Review of 2018 Part 2: Manga and Light Novels

With more options becoming available to read manga and light novels legally, has 2018 been a good year for print and digital formats? The AUKN writers are here with some recommendations of titles you won't want to miss!

AUKN Staff • 20th December 2018

Roundup

Anime UK News Review of 2018 Part 1: Anime

Has 2018 been a good, bad or indifferent year for UK anime fans? Find out what impressed the writers Anime UK News - and let us know what your favourites are too!

AUKN Staff • 19th December 2018

Book Review

Katanagatari Volume 1 Review

Although Katanagatari doesn’t quite hit the heights of NISIOISIN’s Monogatari franchise, I’m sure fans of his work will still find a lot to like here as this first volume proves an enjoyable read. In fact this series is almost worth checking out just for the incredible effort that has gone into the translation.

Demelza • 9th December 2018

Manga Review

Bloom Into You Volume 1-2 Review

Bloom Into You is a thoughtful look at both what love is and how it can differ from person to person. Even if you’re not usually a fan of yuri series, I’d highly recommend checking this one out given how strong the story and its characters are. Regardless of your feelings on love, I’m sure you’ll find something to relate to.

Demelza • 21st November 2018

News

J-Novel Club Add Five Manga To Their Catalogue!

J-novel Club officially launch their manga service with five additions to the catalogue!

Demelza • 20th November 2018

Book Review

Onimonogatari Review

Overall, Onimonogatari places itself among my favourite entries in the Monogatari series for giving us another story with Shinobu and Araragi. You can rest assured that everything you know and love about Monogatari is still present and accounted for.

Demelza • 20th November 2018

Anime Review

Granblue Fantasy Part 1 Review

Overall Granblue Fantasy is off to a good start. Admittedly the show has a few faults, and these are liable to drive some viewers away, but I believe that the impressive action scenes can overcome the problems. Existing fans of Granblue Fantasy, as well as fans of the fantasy genre as a whole, will no doubt find a lot to like here.

Demelza • 13th November 2018

Manga Review

Fairy Tale Battle Royale Volume 1 Review

If you’re not interested in a horrifying take on classic fairy tales then there is little of interest to set this series apart from the crowded genre. However, fairy tale fans looking for something different are sure to have a great time with this dark take on some of their favourite stories!

Demelza • 9th November 2018