From the back cover: Inuyasha and the gang follow a trail of rumors that lead to a "living mountain." Naraku has awoken the mountain from its 200-year slumber and stolen its sacred stone. The "living mountain" then gives a gift to Inuyasha and his group to help them in retrieving the stone. But what could Naraku be hoping to achieve? Review: There's an Eddie Izzard routine … [Read more...] about InuYasha 34 by Rumiko Takahashi: B+
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Maison Ikkoku 8 by Rumiko Takahashi: B
From the back cover: Godai's eavesdropping causes him to misunderstand Kyoko's words—again. This time, it's during Kyoko's visit to her former husband's graveside. A new wide-eyed tenant, Nozomu Nikaido, moves into room No. 2 and quickly causes trouble for the other Maison Ikkoku residents, especially Godai in his pursuit of Kyoko. Review: I was looking forward to Nozomu's … [Read more...] about Maison Ikkoku 8 by Rumiko Takahashi: B
Maison Ikkoku 7 by Rumiko Takahashi: A
From the back cover: Godai ends up in the hospital and has two unexpected visitors. His cute cousin comes to nurse him and Kyoko's other suitor, Mitaka, ends up being his roommate. Godai's problems aren't over when he's discharged—he has to deal with Kyoko and his school absences. Review: This volume is truly excellent, with many classic moments and even some movement on the … [Read more...] about Maison Ikkoku 7 by Rumiko Takahashi: A
Maison Ikkoku 6 by Rumiko Takahashi: B+
From the back cover: Grandma Godai comes for an extended visit and manages to meddle in Godai's love life at every turn. Before she leaves, Grandma brokers a dream date for her wishy-washy grandson, but the night doesn't turn out exactly as she planned... Review: Even though I didn't like every story in this volume, as a whole, they formed a cozy, charming reading experience. … [Read more...] about Maison Ikkoku 6 by Rumiko Takahashi: B+
InuYasha 33 by Rumiko Takahashi: B
From the back cover: A fierce battle rages in the borderland lying between the world of the living and the afterlife. A mysterious force is attacking Inuyasha and preventing him from obtaining the last Shikon shard. This force claims to be acting on behalf of the will of the shard itself! Inuyasha also faces the dreaded Naraku, who will stop at nothing to obtain the shard. … [Read more...] about InuYasha 33 by Rumiko Takahashi: B