Manga Review
My Lovesick Life as a ’90s Otaku Volume 2 Review
We learn at last exactly why Masamune hates otaku so much.
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Wave, Listen to Me! Volume 10 Review
After their friend and colleague Mizuho is kidnapped by the member of a sinister cult, Minare and Chishiro venture out into the frozen tundra to free her, facing harsh conditions and grizzly predators in the process, whilst the cult’s key new recruit plays cat-and-mouse with Chief Director Mato, which jeopardises an upcoming important broadcast.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Wave, Listen to Me! Volume 9 Review
Volume 9 is something of a mixed bag from a story perspective as the cult and kidnapping elements have already been explored in earlier volumes, but does offer some nice quieter moments and maintains the charm and likeable character dynamics established so far.
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Touring After the Apocalypse Volume 1 Review
A nice little trip around Japan - while the entire country crumbles.
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Coffee Moon Volume 1 Review
What happens when a girl who has been happily stuck in a time loop for over a thousand days tries to break the cycle?
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Nichijou Volume 11 Review
After six years away, the surreal comedy returns, complete with jaguars, floating boxes and very expensive ham.
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K-On! Shuffle Volume 1 Review
Inspired by a performance of a band called Ho-Kago Tea Time, a group of girls decide to form a band of their own.
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ARIA The Masterpiece Volume 7 Review
Aria The Masterpiece Volume 7 delivers a wonderful conclusion to a superb manga series that brings the story full circle, whilst showcasing how the central trio have matured and found their way, offering a glimpse into the future that provides a satisfying finale.
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ARIA, The Masterpiece Volume 6 Review
Aria The Masterpiece Volume 6 is more low-key in its approach to storylines, leaning less into the more fantastical side of the world of Neo-Venezia, and focuses instead on the themes of change and self-improvement, with some hints of romance in the process, making for a more introspective read.
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The Wallflower Volume 1 Review
Can four handsome boys transform a horror-loving, darkness-hiding, beauty-hating girl into someone "normal"?
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Aria The Masterpiece Volume 5 Review
Aria The Masterpiece Volume 5, though relying on familiar set-ups for its storylines, continues to be a pleasing read, thanks to the strength of its characters and setting, and in how it grows and develops these aspects in interesting ways.
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Aria The Masterpiece Volume 4 Review
Aria The Masterpiece Volume 4 focuses more on the bonds between characters, especially how mentors influence their pupils, and also continues to grow Akari’s bond with the citizens of Neo-Venezia, whilst providing more striking imagery and fantastical happenings.
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Bomba! Review
This horror manga involving a ghostly horse is disturbing in some unwanted ways.
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Nights with a Cat Volume 1 Review
A simple story that any cat owner will instantly connect with.
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Aria The Masterpiece Volume 3 Review
Aria The Masterpiece Volume 3 maintains the quality of the previous volumes, continuing to expand its world-building with new characters and occupations, all whilst focusing on Akari’s growth and positive influence on those around her.
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Aria the Masterpiece Volume 2 Review
Aria The Masterpiece Volume 2 is a wonderful continuation of Akari’s story as she continues to develop her skills as an Undine, forms new friendships and grows further accustomed to the world of Neo-Venezia and its more fantastical aspects.
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Aria The Masterpiece Volume 1 Review
Aria The Masterpiece Volume 1 is a great introduction to the story, establishing Akari as a likeable protagonist and the world of Aqua as a fascinating setting, full of charming characters and mystery, melding together fantasy and sci-fi in an inventive fashion.