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As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I’ll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World Volume 1 (Light Novel) Review

The anime for As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I'll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World is currently airing but how does the source material compare?

Demelza • 17th April 2024

Manga Review

Super Morning Star Volume 3 Review

Living together can be difficult for young couples to negotiate successfully, especially when they're both trying to make their way in their chosen profession – and they’re in a same-sex relationship.

Sarah • 12th April 2024

Manga Review

Gazing at the Star Next Door Volume 1 Review

Ran the Peerless Beauty creator Ammitsu returns to the Western market with new series: Gazing at the Star Next Door. Will this tale of two childhood friends prove as heartwarming as Ammitsu's previous series?

Demelza • 10th April 2024

Manga Review

Medalist Volume 1 Review

Figure-skater Tsukasa is about to give up on his dream of fame on the ice when he encounters eleven-year-old hopeful Inori. Seeing her potential, he decides to coach her. How will this work out?

Sarah • 3rd April 2024

Manga Review

My Lovesick Life as a ’90s Otaku Volume 2 Review

We learn at last exactly why Masamune hates otaku so much.

Ian Wolf • 1st April 2024

Manga Review

Seraph of the End Guren Ichinose: Catastrophe at Sixteen Volume 2 Review

After having his high school attacked, Guren has been taken captive by Kureto Hiragi and must either submit to working under him or watch all those he cares about be killed! What will he choose and will it allow him to get to the bottom of why Mahiru is working with the Hyakuya Sect?

Demelza • 30th March 2024

Manga Review

I Got Reincarnated in a (BL) World of Big (Man) Boobs Omnibus 1 Review

Nagare Otokawa’s gloomy otaku life was cut short by an accident – but then, reincarnated in a handsome new body, he hopes his dying wish ‘to touch boobies’ will at last be granted. Be very careful what you wish for…

Sarah • 28th March 2024

Manga Review

Welcome Back, Alice Volume 6 Review

Welcome Back, Alice is fast approaching its conclusion but has this second-to-last volume made a misstep that can't be recovered from?

Demelza • 27th March 2024

Manga Review

Anyway, I’m Falling in Love with You Volume 1 Review

Mizuho has grown up with four male friends: Shuugo, Shin, Airu and Kizuki. On her 17th birthday, 1st July 2020, her world - and love life - is changed forever! Read our review of the first volume here.

darkstorm • 21st March 2024

Manga Review

Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir (Manga) Volume 3 Review

Ladybug and Cat Noir have been superheroes of Paris for a while now. How did their superhero journey begin? Find out in the latest volume of the manga adaptation of Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir!!

darkstorm • 19th March 2024

Manga Review

The Great Cleric Volume 1 Review

A Japanese salaryman is reincarnated in Galdardia, a world where magic and monsters exist. His newfound skills will bring a wave of change to its inhabitants.

Noemi10 • 14th March 2024

Manga Review

Rent-A-Girlfriend Volumes 21 and 22 Review

In these two new volumes of Rent-A-Girlfriend, Kazuya vows to tell Mizuhara his true feelings but it feels like the universe is conspiring against him as problems continue to pop up along the way!

Demelza • 13th March 2024

Manga Review

I’m Giving the Disgraced Noble Lady I Rescued a Crash Course in Naughtiness Volumes 2 and 3 Review

Charlotte's education in all things naughty continues in these two new volumes of I'm Giving the Disgraced Noble Lady I Rescued a Crash Course in Naughtiness! With the arrival of Allen's adoptive sister, Charlotte is about to enjoy all kinds of new experiences.

Demelza • 2nd March 2024

Manga Review

A Galaxy Next Door Volume 5 Review

In Volume 5 of A Galaxy Next Door, our cast take a trip to Shiori's homeland after news of her father having been involved in a minor accident reaches them. Will Shiori finally be able to get everything off her mind and discuss her future with her parents?

Demelza • 1st March 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 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

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

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