Manga Review

Manga Review

Wave, Listen to Me! Volume 4 Review

Wave, Listen to Me! Volume 4 builds upon some of the developments found in #3 and sets up events that should be interesting to see play out, hopefully with the unique humour and character we’ve come to know so far from the series.

HWR • 28th November 2020

Manga Review

Mieruko-chan Volume 1 Review

Mieruko-chan follows the story of Miko, a girl haunted by horrifying spirits. In this supernatural slice-of-life series we follow her daily life to find out if she'll ever rid herself of these scary beings.

Demelza • 26th November 2020

Manga Review

Fire in His Fingertips: A Flirty Fireman Ravishes Me with His Smoldering Gaze Volume 2 Review

In Volume 2 of Fire in His Fingertips, things are heating up as Souma and Ryo begin to get closer. As Ryo dreams of settling down with Souma, her jealousy grows as she sees him with other women. Will their nascent relationship crash and burn under the pressure?

Demelza • 24th November 2020

Manga Review

Heaven’s Design Team Volume 1 Review

Fast-moving, zany - AND factual; the first volume of Heaven's Design Team delivers a new version of the creation myth that'll keep readers well-informed and amused at the same time!

Sarah • 22nd November 2020

Manga Review

I Wish I Could Say “Thank You” Review

A review of I Wish I Could Say "Thank You", Yukari Takinami's autobiographical 'essay comic' about cancer, bereavement and what filial piety means to her.

Rui • 18th November 2020

Manga Review

Mermaid Saga Collector’s Edition Volume 1 Review

This first volume of Rumiko Takahashi's Mermaid Saga proves to be a very interesting read that successfully dabbles in the horrors surrounding mythical creatures in a typical Japanese style.

Onosume • 16th November 2020

Manga Review

By the Grace of the Gods Volume 1 Review

With its anime currently airing, what better time to jump into the manga for By the Grace of the Gods, which follows protagonist Ryoma Takebayashi as he spends his days peacefully alongside the many slimes he's tamed!

Demelza • 14th November 2020

Manga Review

Blue Period Volume 1 Review

Blue Period paints a fascinating portrait of a high school student suddenly discovering his passion for making art.

Sarah • 12th November 2020

Manga Review

Fate/Grand Order -mortalis: stella- Volume 2 Review

Whilst the story isn’t as engaging as other Fate properties, and will never be as immersive as the original game, this volume has a lot more going for it than the first book did.

darkstorm • 11th November 2020

Manga Review

Fly Me to the Moon Volume 2 Review

In the second volume of Fly Me to the Moon our newlyweds take a trip to the bathhouse! Plus Nasa gets kidnapped by his new sister-in-law - but that's nothing when you're married to the love of your life, right?

Demelza • 10th November 2020

Manga Review

Requiem of the Rose King Volume 13 Review

Volume 13, unlucky for some maybe, but not for all, as the Duke of Gloucester becomes King Richard III.

Ian Wolf • 9th November 2020

Manga Review

Rent-A-Girlfriend Volume 3 Review

In Volume 3 of Rent-A-Girlfriend Kazuya and Mizuhara begin to grow closer after a life-threatening incident. The series continues to offer comedy and a healthy dose of drama.

Demelza • 4th November 2020

Manga Review

Snow White with the Red Hair Volume 10 Review

We've reached the tenth volume of Snow White with the Red Hair and to celebrate this important milestone, Zen and Shirayuki embark upon their first date! If that isn't enough, we also learn about Kiki's history before joining the prince's group.

Demelza • 3rd November 2020

Manga Review

Yoshi no Zuikara Volume 1 Review

From the creator of Barakamon comes a new series! Protagonist Tohno Naruhiko is a struggling mangaka who finds himself moving into a new genre for his latest work, but will he be able to make it big with something so different to his usual stories?

Demelza • 1st November 2020

Manga Review

Wave, Listen to Me! Volume 3 Review

Volume 3 manages to pair eccentric storylines with character developments as Minare and Mizuho explore some supposed supernatural happenings with their neighbour.

HWR • 29th October 2020

Manga Review

Farming Life in Another World Volume 1 Review

Not everyone reborn in a fantasy world wants to become a hero or fight a demon lord. No, the protagonist of Farming Life in Another World simply wants to live out his days peacefully growing crops and living with the local wildlife!

Demelza • 27th October 2020