Reviews

Black Clover Season 1 Part 2 Review

Black Clover begins to find its footing in Part 2 after a rocky start, but is still struggling to set itself apart from other long-running shonen series.

N.E.C • 23rd May 2019

Manga Review

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

Manga 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

Manga Review

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

Book Review

Tsukimonogatari Review

The final season of Monogatari is off to an intriguing start. Tsukimonogatari may be but a stepping stone on the road to a much bigger story, but it’s changing the franchise in fundamental ways. NISIOISIN continues to keep his beloved series alive with new and compelling developments.

Demelza • 17th May 2019

Manga Review

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

Anime Review

Girls’ Last Tour Review

Girls’ Last Tour is a very relaxing survival story that generates a lot of appeal from its comfy styling and deceptively cute presentation. Its slow pace and slice-of-life sensibilities may seem boring to some, but if you look past that, the series shows an engaging deeper narrative with a strong anti-war message.

Onosume • 13th May 2019

Book Review

My Hero Academia: School Briefs Volume 1 Review

My Hero Academia: School Briefs offers an entertaining look at the daily lives of the characters we love so much. Those of you looking for a break from the usual action and adventure will find a lot to like here.

Demelza • 11th May 2019

Anime Review

My Hero Academia – Season 3 Part 1 Review

My Hero Academia, the latest smash hit from the pages of Shonen Jump!, returns for a third season, and it’s safe to say that the episodes contained in this half-season may be the best so far…

Cold Cobra • 10th May 2019

Book Review

Kokoro Connect Volume 5 Review

Without the high stakes of our usual plot, the cast of Kokoro Connect come to life in whole new ways in this collection of short stories. This volume is not only a chance for the cast to relax but also for us as readers as the series approaches its halfway point.

Demelza • 9th May 2019

Manga Review

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

Anime Review

Land of the Lustrous Review

Land of the Lustrous is one of the few anime to use CGI and achieve truly dazzling effects.

Ian Wolf • 6th May 2019

Book Review

Sherlock Holmes: A Scandal in Japan Review

Sherlock Holmes: A Scandal in Japan is a compelling story showcasing the world's most iconic detective. Author Keisuke Matsuoka does the character great justice in this tale revolving around an unforgettable incident that readers will be engrossed in from start to finish.

Demelza • 5th May 2019

Book Review

An Archdemon’s Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride Volume 5 Review

An Archdemon’s Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride Volume 5 is a compelling entry in this romantic fantasy series. Offering a fresh perspective on some of our favourite characters thanks to a shift in focus means this volume delivers a unique story the likes of which I hope we see more of in future.

Demelza • 2nd May 2019

Film Review

Perfect Blue: Ultimate Edition Review

Interviews, lectures, storyboards and the original soundtrack are among some of the extras in this new collection of Satoshi Kon's classic horror film.

Ian Wolf • 30th April 2019

Manga Review

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

Anime Review

Naruto Shippuden – Box Set 36 Review

Naruto’s main story is, slowly but surely, reaching its conclusion, but what’s this?! More filler?! Shocking! But is it filler that’s actually worth telling this time? Let’s find out…

Cold Cobra • 25th April 2019

Film Review

Fate/Stay Night Heaven’s Feel I. Presage Flower Review

It’s too early to tell right now whether this will end up being the best adaptation of Fate/Stay Night so far, but as a stand-alone movie, it delivers exactly what you expect from this route and from this production company.

darkstorm • 23rd April 2019

Anime Review

UQ Holder! Review

MVM’s latest release, UQ Holder!, is a sequel to Negima! (a series that had quite the cult following a decade or two back) so why hasn’t UQ Holder! generated the same kind of interest? Well, manga-wise I can’t tell you, but the anime adaptation on the other hand…

Cold Cobra • 22nd April 2019

Manga Review

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