Manga Review

Saiyuki The Original Series Resurrected Edition Volume 1

Saiyuki first made its debut back in 1997. Kodansha's handsome new 2-in-1 edition arrives to introduce a new generation of readers to this popular series. But has this swaggering road trip of a manga stood the test of time?

Sarah • 24th May 2020

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Not Your Idol Volume 1 Review

Not Your Idol Volume 1 promises a psychological thriller about what it means to be a woman and what it means to cast that side of you away, but does it truly deliver on this ambitious premise?

Demelza • 23rd May 2020

Manga Review

Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku Volume 2 Review

Giants, monsters and sexism are the problems that Gabimaru and Sagiri face in the second volume of Yuji Kaku's violent manga.

Ian Wolf • 21st May 2020

Manga Review

The Reprise of the Spear Hero Volumes 1-2 Review

The Reprise of the Spear Hero’s manga adaption proves a worthwhile read for fans of the franchise. Being less spoiler-ridden than its light novel counterpart this proves an easier sell to those who might not be up-to-date on The Rise of the Shield Hero and simply want to see more of Motoyasu.

Demelza • 20th May 2020

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Ping Pong Volume 1 Review

The rough-and-ready action from this 1990s manga makes this series stand out from today's sports series.

Ian Wolf • 19th May 2020

Manga Review

My Dress-Up Darling Volume 1 Review

A sheltered student with a passion for dolls ends up making his glamorous classmate a cosplay outfit - and that's just the start of his problems.

Ian Wolf • 16th May 2020

Manga Review

Knight of the Ice Volume 1 Review

If you enjoyed Yuri!!! On Ice and are still craving more figure skating excitement (from the josei angle, this time) than why not pick up a copy of Knight of the Ice, the latest manga from Yayoi Ogawa to be translated by Kodansha?

Sarah • 14th May 2020

Manga Review

Snow White with the Red Hair Volume 7 Review

Volume 7 of Snow White with the Red Hair offers our cast a chance to let their hair down and relax. Coupled with some character development for Shirayuki, it’s a solid entry, but does begin to retread old ground.

Demelza • 13th May 2020

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Magus of the Library Volume 3 Review

Magus of the Library Volume 3 continues to offer a delightful and interesting read. This instalment brings an end to the first part of Theo’s story, which has been a wonderful tale from beginning to end. This is still a manga everyone should be reading.

Demelza • 5th May 2020

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Yuzu the Pet Vet Volume 1 Review

Yuzu the Pet Vet offers a sweet story about what it means to share your life with an animal. As our young protagonist gets over her fears and meets many different people and pets, we’ll learn some valuable lessons. A shojo that’s perfect for young and old readers alike!

Demelza • 1st May 2020

Manga Review

Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair Volume 1 Review

The second English manga release is based on the second Danganronpa game - which is odd as the first Danganronpa 2 manga was a spin-off.

Ian Wolf • 30th April 2020

Manga Review

The King of Fighters – A New Beginning Volume 1

King of Fighters – A New Beginning might be the most gamey-ist game adaptation of all time, but is the fact that this is an adaptation of the 14th mainline entry in the game series mean it’s not approachable for non-fans? Well…

Cold Cobra • 29th April 2020

Manga Review

Witch Hat Atelier Volume 5 Review

Volume 4 of Witch Hat Atelier ended on a nail-biting cliffhanger – so does Volume 5 deliver a satisfactory resolution?

Sarah • 27th April 2020

Manga Review

Pokémon Adventures Collector’s Edition Volume 1 Review

Pokémon Adventures Collector’s Edition Volume 1 is a worthwhile starting point for newcomers to the series. However, if you already own the series in any other form, then there isn’t much point picking it up. That said, even ten years after its initial English release, Pokémon Adventures is still a fantastic manga that fans of this popular franchise will fall in love with.

Demelza • 26th April 2020

Manga Review

Cosmo Familia Volume 1 Review

Overall, Cosmo Familia Volume 1 is an entertaining but unpolished introduction to a new magical girl series. The manga spends too much time jumping from one idea to the next without any real rhyme or reason and that will put most readers off.

Demelza • 23rd April 2020

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Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest Volume 3 Review

Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest Volume 3 brings a conclusion to the series first major arc. With the introduction of a new character and rival for Natsu, we begin moving into the second (equally compelling) storyline. This continues to be a must-read for Fairy Tail fans.

Demelza • 22nd April 2020

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Loner Life in Another World Volume 1 Review

Loner Life in Another World offers an entertaining new isekai adventure that will win the hearts of many. If you’re looking for something not too serious with a healthy dose of action and comedy antics then you need to look no further than this.

Demelza • 19th April 2020

Manga Review

Blank Canvas: My So-Called Artist’s Journey Volumes 1-3 Review

How hard is it to become a mangaka? Young Akiko Hayashi has no idea of the problems that lie ahead when she decides that she will turn her love of reading shojo manga into a career. Find out more in the first three volumes of Akiko Higashimura's fascinating autobiographical manga...

Sarah • 18th April 2020

Manga Review

Blue Flag Volume 1 Review

The first volume of Blue Flag offers a thoughtful and intriguing look at youth and love. With an interesting collection of characters and some hints at deeper issues to be explored later, this is certainly a manga to keep an eye on.

Demelza • 16th April 2020

Manga Review

The New Gate Volume 1 Review

It’s really difficult to find one compelling reason to check out The New Gate. Nothing it presents is a new idea and none of what it offers is done particularly well, especially for a genre as crowded as this one is.

Demelza • 16th April 2020