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Your Forma Volume 3 Review

Volume 3 of Your Forma takes Echika and Harold to France where they're following the trail of a hacker known only as E...

Demelza • 6th November 2024

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The Apothecary Diaries (Light Novel) Volume 1 Review

The Apothecary Diaries finally makes it way to print thanks to Square Enix Books, but does this first release prove a must-have for fans of this popular franchise?

Demelza • 29th October 2024

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Days with My Stepsister Volume 3 Review

Summer vacation arrives in the world of Days with My Stepsister, but instead of relaxing like other students, Yuuta and Saki instead devote the break to working their part-time jobs. When Yuuta realises Saki is starting to crack under the pressure, will he break his vow not to interfere and help her?

Demelza • 19th October 2024

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Hell Is Dark with No Flowers Volume 1 Review

22-year-old Seiji Tohno becomes a assistant to the mysterious Shiroshi Saijou, who solves all kind of mysteries for those who come to him for help. But the boundaries between humanity and the supernatural often collide around Shiroshi and nothing is ever quite as it seems...

Demelza • 12th October 2024

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My Dress-Up Darling: Official Anime Fanbook Review

My Dress-Up Darling: Official Anime Fanbook promises to be your ultimate guide to all things My Dress-Up Darling with staff interviews and an in-depth look at each episode of Season 1.

Demelza • 5th October 2024

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Three, Two, One, Let’s Jam: The Unofficial and Unauthorised Guide to the Original Cowboy Bebop Review

Have you ever wondered… pretty much anything even slightly related to Shinichiro Watanabe’s all-time classic Cowboy Bebop? Well, have I got the book for you!

Cold Cobra • 29th September 2024

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The Contract Between a Specter and a Servant Volume 2 Review

Are you an urban fantasy/horror fan? The Contract Between a Specter and a Servant could be your next favourite read with its subtle but effectively chilling story set in and around a dusty Japanese antique shop…

Sarah • 9th September 2024

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Brunhild the Dragonslayer Review

Brunhild the Dragonslayer tells the story of a girl raised by a dragon who wishes to take revenge on humanity for taking all that she holds dear.

Demelza • 4th September 2024

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Amalgam Hound: Criminal Investigation Bureau – Special Investigation Unit Volume 1 Review

Detective Theo Starling is put on the case of chasing down rogue Amalgams (weapons capable of mass destruction) in this new sci-fi crime drama from Yen Press!

Demelza • 13th August 2024

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Days with My Stepsister Volume 2 Review

In Volume 2 of Days with My Stepsister, Saki turns to Yuuta for help after failing her exam. Meanwhile Yuuta finds himself going to the movies with his attractive older co-worker...

Demelza • 8th August 2024

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The Other World’s Books Depend on the Bean Counter (light novel) Volume 2 Review Church Management Support Plan

Accountant Seiichirou grudgingly depends on Knight Commander Aresh Indolark’s magic to stay alive in the Other World. But when they’re both sent on different missions, how will Seiichirou survive on his own?

Sarah • 6th August 2024

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Schoolgirl Review

One of Osamu Dazai's classic works returns to print with a new hardback release from One Peace Books. Schoolgirl follows a day in the life of a high schooler who's struggling with grief and the sense of responsibility that comes with approaching adulthood.

Demelza • 1st August 2024

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Demons’ Crest Volume 1 Review

From the author who brought us Sword Art Online comes a new fantasy adventure where a video game and the real world begin to merge. What horrors await us in Demons' Crest?

Demelza • 21st July 2024

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As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I’ll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World Volume 2 (Light Novel) Review

In the second volume of As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I'll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World, our protagonist Ars finds himself with more than he bargained for when a new strategist joins his group of retainers...

Demelza • 5th July 2024

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Konosuba: God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World! Fantastic Days Review

In this new Konosuba spin-off novel, Kazuma and the gang find themselves knee-deep in debt when Megumin accidentally blows up tribute meant for Axel's nobility. Still, things take a turn for the better when Kazuma decides to work as a producer for dance group, the Axel Hearts, who he hopes will rise to fame and fortune under his guidance...

Demelza • 9th June 2024

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You Call That Service? Volume 7 Review

Vampire rom-com You Call That Service? reaches its conclusion here in Volume 7, but will it prove an entertaining farewell?

Demelza • 25th May 2024