Manga Review

Transformers – The Manga Vol. 1 Review

Transformers – The Manga Vol. 1 Review

Transformers – The Manga Vol. 1 Review

What happens when you take a campy 80s cartoon and create a manga tie-in? Well, a campy 80s manga with great artwork, but… well, little to no story. But is there more than meets the eye, or was that a painful attempt to reference the cartoon intro?

Cold Cobra • 27th March 2020

Suppose a Kid From the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town Volume 1 Review

Suppose a Kid From the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town Volume 1 Review

Suppose a Kid From the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town Volume 1 Review

Suppose a Kid From the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town offers an entertaining fantasy adventure. While an overpowered protagonist unaware of their powers is certainly not a new idea, the characters and striking art style more than make up for it. This is a release not to be missed!

Demelza • 24th March 2020

Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku Volume 1 Review

Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku Volume 1 Review

Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku Volume 1 Review

Violence reigns as a group of convicts are sent to find the elixir of life in the first volume of Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku.

Ian Wolf • 19th March 2020

Samurai 8 – The Tale of Hachimaru Volume 1 Review

Samurai 8 – The Tale of Hachimaru Volume 1 Review

Samurai 8 – The Tale of Hachimaru Volume 1 Review

Samurai 8 is the next Shonen Jump story penned by Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto (although it's drawn by Akira Okubo). Following up ninjas with samurai makes sense; following up ninjas with space-travelling cyborg samurai might be going too far…

Cold Cobra • 19th March 2020

The Golden Sheep Volume 3 Review

The Golden Sheep Volume 3 Review

The Golden Sheep Volume 3 Review

The final volume of The Golden Sheep delivers a satisfying conclusion. The cast has grown immensely since the first book and these final chapters show us that they’ll be just fine from now on. Those of you looking for a new slice of life series about adolescents need to look no further because this is a manga you need to have in your collection.

Demelza • 17th March 2020

Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! Volume 1 Review

Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! Volume 1 Review

Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! Volume 1 Review

Will a little mind-reading magic transform the lives of two 30-something salarymen? Find out in Cherry Magic! Yuu Toyota's first BL manga from the new Square Enix list.

Sarah • 16th March 2020

Sweat and Soap Volume 1 Review

Sweat and Soap Volume 1 Review

Sweat and Soap Volume 1 Review

Sweat and Soap Volume 1 brings a new tale of office romance to the market. While the cover and synopsis may put some readers off at first glance, I encourage you to look beyond that because there is a hidden gem underneath.

Demelza • 11th March 2020

Skull-face Bookseller Honda-san Volume 3 Review

Skull-face Bookseller Honda-san Volume 3 Review

Skull-face Bookseller Honda-san Volume 3 Review

Volume 3 of Skull-face Bookseller Honda-san marks a return to form for the series. It feels like the mangaka reclaimed their freedom to tell the stories they wanted to, which in turn makes for a more entertaining read than the previous instalment.

Demelza • 7th March 2020

Tokyo Ghoul: re Volume 15 Review

Tokyo Ghoul: re Volume 15 Review

Tokyo Ghoul: re Volume 15 Review

Tokyo Ghoul: re Volume 15 is straightforward yet engaging in its story as Kaneki’s friends desperately fight to save him from the Dragon, confronting their comrades along the way. The subsequent events and reunions are also emotionally satisfying.

HWR • 2nd March 2020

Hi Score Girl Volume 1 Review

Hi Score Girl Volume 1 Review

Hi Score Girl Volume 1 Review

Hi Score Girl Volume 1 gets off on the wrong foot with some unlikeable characters and odd designs for its cast. However, if you like the anime adaptation or have an interest in the history of video games, it’s certainly worth a look.

Demelza • 1st March 2020

Silver Spoon Volume 13 Review

Silver Spoon Volume 13 Review

Silver Spoon Volume 13 Review

Silver Spoon Volume 13 balances out tension and humour as the Equestrian Club make their way to the National Championship, Mikage tries to achieve her academic goals and there’s plenty of pizza to go around!

HWR • 28th February 2020

Toilet-bound Hanako-kun Volume 1 Review

Toilet-bound Hanako-kun Volume 1 Review

Toilet-bound Hanako-kun Volume 1 Review

Toilet-bound Hanako-kun offers an intriguing shonen series that’s perfect for fans of mysteries and the supernatural. Fans of the currently airing anime will enjoy reading the source material, while newcomers to the series will quickly fall in love with Hanako-kun and his fascinating adventures.

Demelza • 26th February 2020

I’ve Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level Volume 1 Review

I’ve Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level Volume 1 Review

I’ve Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level Volume 1 Review

I’ve Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level Volume 1 is an entertaining slice-of-life comedy. The novelty of the title draws your interest while the interesting twists and turns will keep you turning the pages.

Demelza • 22nd February 2020

Given Volume 1 Review

Given Volume 1 Review

Given Volume 1 Review

Here - at last - is the much anticipated English language translation of Given Volume 1 from SuBLime Manga. Has it been worth the wait?

Sarah • 20th February 2020

Blood on the Tracks Volume 1 Review

Blood on the Tracks Volume 1 Review

Blood on the Tracks Volume 1 Review

The latest title from the mangaka behind "The Flowers of Evil" delves into the disturbing power of an overprotective mother.

Ian Wolf • 19th February 2020

My Androgynous Boyfriend Volume 1 Review

My Androgynous Boyfriend Volume 1 Review

My Androgynous Boyfriend Volume 1 Review

My Androgynous Boyfriend offers a sweet and compelling read for those looking for a new romance series. The series handles the topic of being androgynous well, while also proving refreshing for its focus on a couple in a long-term relationship.

Demelza • 18th February 2020

A Man & His Cat Volume 1 Review

A Man & His Cat Volume 1 Review

A Man & His Cat Volume 1 Review

The first volume of a charming new manga that's bound to appeal to cat lovers; meet Fukumaru - and his owner who's never owned a cat before.

Sarah • 18th February 2020

Snow White with the Red Hair Volume 5 Review

Snow White with the Red Hair Volume 5 Review

Snow White with the Red Hair Volume 5 Review

Snow White with the Red Hair Volume 5 delivers an intriguing read. While the majority of the volume is building up to a much bigger arc, it’s still enjoyable and remains one of the most interesting shojo series being released right now.

Demelza • 6th February 2020

Tales of Berseria Volume 2 Review

Tales of Berseria Volume 2 Review

Tales of Berseria Volume 2 Review

Overall, this volume of Tales of Berseria is a disappointment. Rushing through the video game’s material leaves it confusing and with an underdeveloped cast of characters.

Demelza • 5th February 2020

Silver Spoon Volume 12 Review

Silver Spoon Volume 12 Review

Silver Spoon Volume 12 Review

It's satisfying to see the intertwining plots and character traits coming together as Silver Spoon continues to impress, thanks to the tight writing and character progression.

HWR • 4th February 2020