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The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess Volume 5 Review

Volume 5 of The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess takes a step back from all the madness as of late and gives our cast a chance to rest and regain their strength, but as usual Iana's troubles are only just beginning when another new character is introduced...

Demelza • 18th June 2022

Book Review

The Otherworlder, Exploring the Dungeon Volume 2 Review

In Volume 2 of The Otherworlder, Exploring the Dungeon protagonist Souya and his party continue exploring the Tower of Legions in pursuit of the treasure that lies within.

Demelza • 17th June 2022

Manga Review

Something’s Wrong With Us Volume 7 and 8 Review

In these two volumes of Something's Wrong With Us, the cast reach a turning point as the story significantly changes direction.

Demelza • 16th June 2022

Anime Review

Kanon Review

Another excellent early Kyoto Animation adaptation of the Key visual novels, with tragedy, humour, and a girl with an angelic backpack.

Ian Wolf • 14th June 2022

Book Review

Cross-Dressing Villainess Cecilia Sylvie Volume 2 Review

In Volume 2 of Cross-Dressing Villainess Cecilia Sylvie, our heroine finds herself in even more trouble as she tries to find someone else to take over her role as Holy Maiden, and love interest Oscar is a step closer to figuring out her true identity.

Demelza • 7th June 2022

Book Review

I am Blue, in Pain, and Fragile Review

Seven Seas bring Yoru Sumino's I am Blue, In Pain, and Fragile to the West. This novel shows us how easily people can grow apart and how fragile human relationships truly are.

Demelza • 3rd June 2022

Anime Review

Air Review

A wonderful early anime from Kyoto Animation, full of emotion and tragedy.

Ian Wolf • 2nd June 2022

Book Review

The Holy Grail of Eris Volume 1 Review

Protagonist Constance Grail has spent her life living sincerely, so when she's betrayed by her fiancé and his lover, she has no idea what to do! This leads to her striking up a deal with Scarlett Castiel, the ghost of a noblewoman looking for revenge after being betrayed and executed ten years earlier. Together, the two set out to investigate the events that led to Scarlett's betrayal...

Demelza • 31st May 2022

Anime Review

Dog and Scissors Complete Collection Review

Dog and Scissors follows Kazuhito Harumi, a bookworm who dies and is reborn as a dachshund after refusing to pass on peacefully without reading the conclusion to a series by his favourite author. This same author ends up being the one who adopts him, which seems perfect until Kazuhito learns she wields a dangerous pair of scissors!

Demelza • 30th May 2022

Manga Review

Fire in His Fingertips: A Flirty Fireman Ravishes Me with His Smoldering Gaze Volume 3 Review

In Volume 3 of Fire in His Fingertips, Ryo and Souma have finally made their relationship official. However, when Souma is called away on an emergency dispatch Ryo begins to realise how difficult it is to date a fireman.

Demelza • 28th May 2022

Manga Review

Rent-A-Girlfriend Volume 12 Review

Volume 12 of Rent-A-Girlfriend follows Kazuya as he pours all of his energy into figuring out a way to help Mizuhara who is struggling with the news that her grandmother's time is running out.

Demelza • 25th May 2022

Manga Review

A Galaxy Next Door Volume 1 Review

The author of Sweetness and Lightning returns with a new slice-of-life series about a mangaka who's trying to support his younger siblings after the death of his father. When his new assistant arrives, his life begins to change forever...

Demelza • 22nd May 2022

Manga Review

Ode to Kirihito Review

This disturbing tale of racism, rape and religion from Osamu Tezuka follows a doctor who contracts a disease making him undergo a canine transformation.

Ian Wolf • 21st May 2022

Manga Review

Devil Ecstasy Volume 1

Kodansha brings one of Shuzo Oshimi's older works to the English market for the first time, but does it contain what we know and love the author for?

Demelza • 20th May 2022

Book Review

The Magical Revolution of the Reincarnated Princess and the Genius Young Lady Volume 1 Review

The Magical Revolution of the Reincarnated Princess and the Genius Young Lady Volume 1 sees protagonist Princess Anisphia kidnap her brother's ex-fiancée and bring her into her world of studying Magicology and creating magical tools.

Demelza • 18th May 2022

Manga Review

Rent-A-(Really Shy!)-Girlfriend Volume 2 Review

Volume 2 of Rent-A-(Really Shy!)-Girlfriend sees Sumi embark on a practice date with Kazuya in the hopes of gaining some confidence in herself.

Demelza • 15th May 2022

Book Review

The Detective is Already Dead Volume 3 Review

The secrets behind Siesta's death are resolved, but now those left behind must come to terms with inheriting her will. How will they react when they learn of the important role Siesta held in the world and the fact someone else must now fill it?

Demelza • 14th May 2022

Anime Review

Is the Order a Rabbit? BLOOM (Season 3) Review

For the third series, we follow the girls engaging in cosplay, making their future life choices, and setting up a beer hall (serving foaming apple juice).

Ian Wolf • 13th May 2022

Manga Review

Little Miss P: The Fourth Day Review

Little Miss P returns for a fourth and final volume. This new collection of short stories once more explores what it means to deal with periods and other related elements of the human body.

Demelza • 11th May 2022

Anime Review

Girls und Panzer das Finale Part 2 Review

It's time for some self-deprecation as Ooarai take on a school inspired by the Japanese army.

Ian Wolf • 9th May 2022