There be spoilers here. From the back cover: In the world of Infinity, Princess Sakura has become a Chess Master and the other travelers are her pieces. But the Mafia is running the game, and they don't care if Sakura's opponents break the rules or murder Sakura's companions! Why is Sakura so determined to risk everything? Review: Although many an awesome thing transpired … [Read more...] about Tsubasa RESERVoir CHRoNiCLE 18 by CLAMP: B+
Fantasy
Melting Stones by Tamora Pierce: C
From the back cover: Evvy, the fierce young stone mage introduced in Street Magic, has accompanied her guardian, Rosethorn, on a mission to study a mysterious plant die-off. With the help of Luvo, who is the living heart of a mountain, Evvy discovers the real source of the threat, which is far greater than anyone had imagined. Preventing a natural disaster may cost Evvy her … [Read more...] about Melting Stones by Tamora Pierce: C
The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo: A
Book description: Welcome to the story of Despereaux Tilling, a mouse who is in love with music, stories, and a princess named Pea. It is also the story of a rat called Roscuro, who lives in the darkness and covets a world filled with light. And it is the story of Miggery Sow, a slow-witted serving girl who harbors a simple, impossible wish. These three characters are about to … [Read more...] about The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo: A
Classical Medley 1 by Sanae Kana: C-
There are two magical orbs in the Classical Kingdom, one a ball of light and the other a sphere of darkness. The power of the latter has been sealed away since being abused by a king of yore, and a ceremony to renew the seal is required every 100 years. The ceremony goes wrong, and the current king winds up possessed by dark powers while Alto, protagonist of indeterminate … [Read more...] about Classical Medley 1 by Sanae Kana: C-
Silver Diamond 1 by Shiho Sugiura: B+
Rakan was only two when he and his late mother inexplicably appeared amongst the flowers in an old Japanese man’s backyard. Lonely and kind, the old man took them in and Rakan’s been doing his best to live a sensible life ever since. Having inherited the old man’s fortune upon his death, Rakan’s goals are simple and steady: graduate from college, find a stable job, marry … [Read more...] about Silver Diamond 1 by Shiho Sugiura: B+