Manga Review

Cardcaptor Sakura Collector’s Edition Volume 1 Review

This handsome (but pricey) collector's edition of the classic magical girl series from CLAMP would make a splendid special gift for a fan – or a new reader to the series.

Sarah • 30th July 2019

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Love in Focus Volume 3 Review

Now that we’ve reached the end of Love in Focus, I can look back and say I enjoyed the series quite a lot. The characters were likeable and the romance was intriguing. Anyone looking for a shorter shojo series should definitely give this one a read.

Demelza • 27th July 2019

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Magus of the Library Volume 1 Review

Overall, I loved every second I spent with Magus of the Library. Theo is a likeable main character, with a passion for books as mighty as my own. The story itself is relatable to anyone who loves printed media, and younger readers will be captivated by the fantasy elements.

Demelza • 23rd July 2019

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Monster and the Beast Volume 1 Review

Man encounters monster in a dark forest...but which one is the true beast? New mangaka Renji introduces us to a very odd and unlikely couple in the engaging first volume of Monster and the Beast.

Sarah • 19th July 2019

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Witch Hat Atelier Volume 2 Review

Harry Potter fan? Then you’ll love this fantasy manga series! Find out more about apprentice witch Coco’s struggles to master magic in the enthralling second volume of Witch Hat Atelier.

Sarah • 9th July 2019

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Dragon Ball Super – Volume 5 Review

The manga version of Akira Toriyama’s Super storylines continue their release here in the UK with Volume 5, containing the final chapters of the Future Trunks arc, and the start of the next, rather crazy, storyline…

Cold Cobra • 6th June 2019

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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

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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

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My Boy Volume 4 Review

My Boy continues to intrigue and beguile as the two-year gap in the narrative and change of point-of-view character provide a welcome change of focus.

Sarah • 22nd May 2019

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Emanon Volume 1 Review

The mangaka behind Eisner-nominated series Wandering Island, Kenji Tsuruta, is back! Teaming up with the winner of the Nihon SF Taisho award, Shinji Kajio, the two have created Emanon. The manga promises a whimsical look at what it means to carry memories with you from the beginning of time, but does it deliver?

Demelza • 21st May 2019

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Dive!! Volume 2 Review

Volume 2 of Dive!! moves the series from being a story about diving to more common slice-of-life matters.

Demelza • 18th May 2019

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Our Dreams at Dusk: Shimanami Tasogare Volume 1 Review

Our Dreams at Dusk: Shimanami Tasogare combines magic realism with the cruel realities of everyday life in a compelling and beautifully drawn manga; this title is absolutely not to be missed!

Sarah • 16th May 2019

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Fullmetal Alchemist: The Complete Four-Panel Comics Review

Fullmetal Alchemist: The Complete Four-Panel Comics deserves a place in every Fullmetal Alchemist fan’s collection. Containing hidden gems that are being released outside of Japan for the first time, this release is a treasure trove of content.

Demelza • 7th May 2019

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Witch Hat Atelier Volume 1 Review

Superb artwork that mixes influences of east and west, combines with a compelling story with an ingenious twist to deliver one of the most exciting new fantasy manga to emerge from Japan: Witch Hat Atelier is a must-read!

Sarah • 29th April 2019

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O Maidens in your Savage Season Volume 1

Overall, O Maidens in your Savage Season is off to a good start. Fans of Mari Okada’s work will find a lot to like here, as will those looking for a more realistic look at puberty and growing up.

Demelza • 19th April 2019