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Tsubaki-chou Lonely Planet Volume 2 Review

Tsubaki-chou Lonely Planet Volume 2 Review

Tsubaki-chou Lonely Planet Volume 2 Review

In the second volume of Tsubaki-chou Lonely Planet, heroine Fumi is forced to face up to the fact she's developing feelings for Akatsuki, but that's the least of her problems when transfer student Aioi has her working as a gopher and her father is struggling to make the payment for their debts again...

Demelza • 10th March 2023

Honey Lemon Soda Volume 1 Review

Honey Lemon Soda Volume 1 Review

Honey Lemon Soda Volume 1 Review

In Honey Lemon Soda we meet protagonist Uka Ishimori, who was relentlessly bullied in middle school. Now she's hoping to make a fresh start in high school chasing after a boy who stood up for her in the past.

Demelza • 5th March 2023

Something’s Wrong With Us Volumes 9 and 10 Review

Something’s Wrong With Us Volumes 9 and 10 Review

Something’s Wrong With Us Volumes 9 and 10 Review

With protagonist Nao having opened her own store, the wheels of fate continue to turn as she continues to look for a way to prove her mother's innocence.

Demelza • 4th March 2023

Sasaki and Peeps (Manga) Volume 1 Review

Sasaki and Peeps (Manga) Volume 1 Review

Sasaki and Peeps (Manga) Volume 1 Review

Sasaki and Peeps manga adaptation's first volume introduces us to a corporate drone looking to make a change in his life. He gets more than he bargained for when he brings home a Java sparrow who can talk!

Demelza • 3rd March 2023

Welcome Back, Alice Volume 4 Review

Welcome Back, Alice Volume 4 Review

Welcome Back, Alice Volume 4 Review

Volume 4 of Welcome Back, Alice introduces us to a new character who helps give Yohei an outlet for his feelings. Between that and plenty of unexpected twists, there's a lot going on this time around!

Demelza • 25th February 2023

My Isekai Life: I Gained a Second Character Class and Became the Strongest Sage in the World! Volume 4 Review

My Isekai Life: I Gained a Second Character Class and Became the Strongest Sage in the World! Volume 4 Review

My Isekai Life: I Gained a Second Character Class and Became the Strongest Sage in the World! Volume 4 Review

Volume 4 of My Isekai Life sees the protagonist facing off against a powerful dragon, converting mushrooms into potions and once more setting off for new experiences.

Demelza • 21st February 2023

If My Favourite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die Volume 1 Review

If My Favourite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die Volume 1 Review

If My Favourite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die Volume 1 Review

Three years after the anime adaptation, the source material for If My Favourite Pop Idol Made It to the Budokan, I Would Die finally makes its way to the West. But has it been worth the wait?

Demelza • 18th February 2023

Rent-A-Girlfriend Volumes 13 and 14 Review

Rent-A-Girlfriend Volumes 13 and 14 Review

Rent-A-Girlfriend Volumes 13 and 14 Review

These two new instalments of Rent-A-Girlfriend kick off a brand new arc in which Kazuya comes to Mizuhara with a plan to make her dreams come true. Plus he meets his new neighbour, who turns out to be yet another oddball.

Demelza • 13th February 2023

The Splendid Work of a Monster Maid Volume 4 Review

The Splendid Work of a Monster Maid Volume 4 Review

The Splendid Work of a Monster Maid Volume 4 Review

Volume 4 of The Splendid Work of a Monster Maid sees the Demon Lord's maid group make a return as they hope to put a stop to the main characters for good. When Sumire and Ivy fall into their trap, what fate awaits them?

Demelza • 12th February 2023

My Coworker Has a Secret! Volume 1 Review

My Coworker Has a Secret! Volume 1 Review

My Coworker Has a Secret! Volume 1 Review

My Coworker Has a Secret! follows idol fanatic Akari, who spends all her money on her hobbies and doesn't even have enough to pay for lunch! Her destitute ways soon lead her to an encounter that will hopefully improve her life for the better.

Demelza • 11th February 2023

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

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

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

When a salaryman finds himself reincarnated into a fantasy world as the son of an aristocratic house, he quickly realises that the territory he calls home is in danger. Using his unique Appraisal skill he sets out to find talented vessels who will help him in the potential dangers to come...

Demelza • 5th February 2023

The Wallflower Volume 1 Review

The Wallflower Volume 1 Review

The Wallflower Volume 1 Review

Can four handsome boys transform a horror-loving, darkness-hiding, beauty-hating girl into someone "normal"?

Ian Wolf • 2nd February 2023

The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess Volume 6 Review

The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess Volume 6 Review

The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess Volume 6 Review

Volume 6 of The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess sees our cast head to the Land of Ninja, where Iana must once again avoid a bad end for her and her sister Konoha!

Demelza • 30th January 2023

[Oshi No Ko] Volume 1 Review

[Oshi No Ko] Volume 1 Review

[Oshi No Ko] Volume 1 Review

Just by reading the first volume, you can tell that Oshi No Ko is going to be a very popular and talked about series when the anime adaptation comes out in April. Check out the review for Volume 1 here!

darkstorm • 25th January 2023

The Strongest Sage with the Weakest Crest Volume 9 and 10 Review

The Strongest Sage with the Weakest Crest Volume 9 and 10 Review

The Strongest Sage with the Weakest Crest Volume 9 and 10 Review

Two more volumes of The Strongest Sage with the Weakest Crest bring more difficult challenges for Matthias and his team. With demons, corrupt lords and powerful monsters waiting in the wings, there's never a dull moment for this party!

Demelza • 24th January 2023

A Galaxy Next Door Volumes 2 and 3 Review

A Galaxy Next Door Volumes 2 and 3 Review

A Galaxy Next Door Volumes 2 and 3 Review

In these two volumes of A Galaxy Next Door, we watch over Ichiro and Shiori as they navigate the difficulties of their new relationship. From telling Ichiro's siblings to a visit from Shiori's parents and a few cute dates in between, there's a lot happening here!

Demelza • 21st January 2023

Bungo Stray Dogs: Another Story Volume 2 Review

Bungo Stray Dogs: Another Story Volume 2 Review

Bungo Stray Dogs: Another Story Volume 2 Review

Detective Yukito Ayatsuji's nemesis is still alive and causing even more chaos as he creates a dangerous mystery for Yukito to solve. With their backs against the wall, can the detective and trusty partner Mizuko find a way to bring their enemy to justice once and for all?

Demelza • 20th January 2023

My Happy Marriage (Manga) Volume 2 Review

My Happy Marriage (Manga) Volume 2 Review

My Happy Marriage (Manga) Volume 2 Review

In Volume 2 of this romance series, the world-building is growing but it’s the gentle romance of the leads and the peeling back of layers from the growing cast of characters that make it an absorbing read.

darkstorm • 14th January 2023

Run Away With Me, Girl Volume 1 Review

Run Away With Me, Girl Volume 1 Review

Run Away With Me, Girl Volume 1 Review

First love may not have worked out for protagonist Maki, but when she's reunited with high school sweetheart Midori, she begins to realise that even ten years later her feelings haven't faded. Could this reunion be destiny?

Demelza • 13th January 2023

Suppose a Kid From the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town Volume 6 Review

Suppose a Kid From the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town Volume 6 Review

Suppose a Kid From the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town Volume 6 Review

Volume 6 of Suppose a Kid From the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town brings the luxury hotel arc to an end as Lloyd and his friends end up facing off against a Demon Lord!

Demelza • 6th January 2023