Illustrated by Nao Kodaka Translated by Christine Dashiell 2.5 stars Rei has gone back to Paradiso, leaving Kilala with the tiara. But when Kilala gets a lead on the seventh princess, she ventures off to find out more. On her adventures, she has some fairy encounters, meets a new princess, and learns of a betrayal….
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Translated by Zack Davisson 5 stars Another fantastically adorable collection featuring Musubi, Soboro, and Kozakura. Join Kozakura as she solves mysteries, adapts to working from home, works on her stealth skills, and enjoys the life of a cat person. This is such an adorably fun series. From detective games to stealth games, this volume explores…
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Illustrated by Nao Kodaka Translated by Kathy Schilling 3 stars The second volume takes Kilala under the sea. She and Rei are separated and she must journey through the ocean with the help of some new friends to find him. Another fun fast-paced adventure. Adorable artwork. I’m really enjoying getting new storylines with Disney princesses…
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Translated by Zack Davisson 5 stars Another sweet volume of gaming adventures featuring Musubi, Soboro, and their human Kozakura. This volume is so heartwarming and fun, complete with new home furnishings, New Year’s celebrations, glitches, and the perfect way to revive your HP. From horror games to social games, I love how this series explores…
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Translated by Zack Davisson 5 stars Another fantastically adorable collection of gaming and cat adventures! Follow Kozakura as she applies her gaming knowledge to her cats including the greed sensor, new features, and level grinding. There are some big moments in this volume including first baths, viral moments, and Kozakura’s 30th birthday. I absolutely love…
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Story by Mizuki Tsujimura Illustrated by Tomo Taketomi Translated by Jacqueline Fung 4 stars Another fascinating volume. Within the castle, Kokoro finds relief from the anxiety and pressure she feels in the outside world through connecting with the other students. But as summer begins, tensions rise and they realize they all have their own secrets….
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Illustrated by Nao Kodaka Translated by Kathy Schilling 3 stars An adorable little adventure featuring some classic Disney princesses. Kilala dreams of being a princess, finding her true love, and living happily ever after. But in the meantime, she’s happy to support her friend Erica in the Princess Contest. That is until a strange boy…
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by Tomo Kitaoka Translated by Caleb D. Cook 4 stars It’s the zombie apocalypse and there’s danger around every corner. Follow Yuki, a charismatic and resourceful cat, as he navigates this new world, dodging zombies, meeting other survivors, and making a place for himself. Was definitely intrigued by the concept of this story, but was…
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by Nagabe Translated by Adrienne Beck 5 stars Fantastic. Absolutely fantastic. Haunting artwork. Fascinating backstory. Did not want to stop reading. After the failed ceremony, Shiva remains locked away in the Inside where she is visited by a mysterious stranger who reveals some of the Inside’s history. The bulk of this volume follows the king…
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Original Concept by Hiro Arikawa Translated by Kinami Watabe 4 stars Another fantastic volume. Picks up right where the last one left off with the resolution of the kidnapping of Commander Inamine and Iku. Plenty of action as well as some insight into the characters. In this one we get to meet Iku’s parents and…
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