Manga Review

The Red Thread Volume 2 Review

Students Pharm and Dean felt inexplicably drawn to each other from the day they first met on campus. But both have been experiencing disturbing dreams. Is it possible that the dreams are memories – of their previous lives?

Sarah • 26th February 2024

Manga Review

Honey Lemon Soda Volumes 3-4 Review

In these two new volumes of Honey Lemon Soda, Uka finds herself faced with several different problems as not only has she met Kai's beautiful ex-girlfriend, but she also chooses to lead her class's preparations for the culture festival!

Demelza • 23rd February 2024

Manga Review

The White and Blue Between Us Review

Seven years have passed since Hozumi sailed away from his island home and his high-school first love Mishima. Now he’s back – but can he repair the damage he did to their relationship back then? Or is it too late?

Sarah • 22nd February 2024

Manga Review

The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten (Manga) Volume 1 Review

The manga adaptation of The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten has finally reached the West, but does it prove an improvement on the popular light novel series? Follow the story of neighbours Amane and Mahiru as they form a firm friendship after Amane lends her his umbrella one rainy day...

Demelza • 21st February 2024

Manga Review

The Moon on a Rainy Night Volumes 2 and 3 Review

Saki has fallen for Kanon, her friend who is hard of hearing, but Kanon must never find out! The excellent yuri series continues...

darkstorm • 20th February 2024

Manga Review

The Summer Hikaru Died Volume 2 Review

It looks like Hikaru. It sounds like Hikaru. But is Yoshiki the only one to realize that this isn’t his best friend, even if it’s doing its best to behave like him? And have others in the village begun to realize that something’s wrong?

Sarah • 17th February 2024

Manga Review

Lullaby of the Dawn Volume 3 Review

The mystery surrounding the kannagi who defend the island from the monsters who emerge from the Black Sea at night deepens when Alto makes an extraordinary discovery.

Sarah • 14th February 2024

Manga Review

5 Centimeters Per Second Collector’s Edition Review

The 5 Centimeters Per Second manga returns to the West in a new collector's edition format, but does it prove a must-have edition of the work?

Demelza • 13th February 2024

Manga Review

In the Clear Moonlit Dusk Volume 6 Review

Ichimura and Yoi haven't seen each other since their trip to Kobe and they're struggling to find time due to Yoi's busy schedule. How will they deal with the loneliness? And what happens when co-worker Takuto invites Yoi out for the afternoon?

Demelza • 10th February 2024

Manga Review

Hollow Regalia Volume 1 Review

Strike the Blood author Gakuto Mikumo returns with new series: Hollow Regalia. In a post-apocalyptic Japan where powerful monsters run amok, protagonist Yahiro works as a salvager while looking for clues as to the whereabouts of his sister.

Demelza • 9th February 2024

Manga Review

Tokyo Babylon: CLAMP Premium Collection Volume 2 Review

This time, Subaru is called upon to help a girl in a coma, while Hokuto runs into a foreigner living in Japan without a visa.

Ian Wolf • 8th February 2024

Manga Review

Medaka Kuroiwa is Impervious to My Charms Volumes 3 and 4 Review

These two new volumes of Medaka Kuroiwa is Impervious to My Charms introduce us to a new rival for Mona and a new transfer student. With so much happening, will she get any closer to stealing Medaka's heart once and for all?

Demelza • 7th February 2024

Manga Review

My Lovesick Life as a ’90s Otaku Volume 1 Review

Back when loving anime and manga had its drawbacks, one girl tried to hide her passion for the sake of love.

Ian Wolf • 5th February 2024

Manga Review

Since I Could Die Tomorrow Volume 1 Review

Sawako Honna, busy, single career woman (42), develops alarming physical symptoms. Is it time to reassess her priorities in life?

Sarah • 4th February 2024

Manga Review

Ogami-san Can’t Keep It In Volume 2 Review

Ogami and Yaginuma have successfully become friends, but could it be that there's more to their relationship than that? With summer break approaching, they begin spending more time together and wondering could this be love...?

Demelza • 2nd February 2024

Manga Review

Fairy Tail Omnibus 1 (Volumes 1-3) Review

While it is a great series, this omnibus edition doesn't feel the best way to introduce the story to new readers.

Ian Wolf • 1st February 2024

Manga Review

Sunbeams in the Sky Volume 3 Review

Sunbeams in the Sky reaches its conclusion here in Volume 3. With the twins' secret revealed, they're confronted by their love interests. How will their lives change from here?

Demelza • 31st January 2024

Manga Review

One More Step, Come Stand by My Side Review

A collection of tales detailing the doings of kidnapped princesses, cancer patients and foolhardy explorers.

Ian Wolf • 30th January 2024

Manga Review

How I Met My Soulmate Volume 1 Review

When Yuuki meets Iori while out clubbing with her friend, she can't even begin to imagine that he might help her in her quest to find her one true love. In fact he may even be that very person she's hoping to find!

Demelza • 25th January 2024

Manga Review

My Mate is a Feline Gentleman: UK Arc Over Volume 2 Review

Alex (Nyartigian and alpha) has been summoned back to the UK on an assignment – and he’s been told to bring Toushirou (omega) with him. But will London society and Alex’s parents prove to be as welcoming as Toushirou hopes… or is he in for a rude surprise?

Sarah • 22nd January 2024