From the back cover: Kyoko's been scouted for a role in this year's most anticipated drama, a remake of the classic Tsukigomori. But shades of the past threaten to stifle the production as Kyoko struggles to get into the character of Mio, a young woman with a severely scarred face. Ms. Iizuka, the actress who played the original Mio, is now playing Kyoko's mother, and has … [Read more...] about Skip Beat! 10 by Yoshiki Nakamura: B+
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Skip Beat! 9 by Yoshiki Nakamura: B+
From the back cover: Kyoko's big chance is finally here! Her performance in Sho's promo clip impressed some important people, and now she's been asked to act in the year's most anticipated drama! But Ren is the leading man and the character Kyoko is supposed to play is dangerous and scary! Can Kyoko overcome her fear of Ren and her shame about her demons, or will this chance … [Read more...] about Skip Beat! 9 by Yoshiki Nakamura: B+
Skip Beat! 8 by Yoshiki Nakamura: A-
From the back cover: Kyoko's perfect chance to wreak her revenge on Sho isn't going as well as she'd hoped. In fact, her rage is so consuming that she forgets she's supposed to be acting and tries to throttle Sho for real. That's not her only problem. Sho still thinks he owns Kyoko body and soul, but his manager is worried that Kyoko might be stealing his heart! Review: One … [Read more...] about Skip Beat! 8 by Yoshiki Nakamura: A-
Skip Beat! 7 by Yoshiki Nakamura: A-
From the back cover: All Kyoko's dreams are coming true! She's got a best friend (okay, so Moko still needs to come to terms with their bosom-buddyhood, but she's learning). She's finally going to high school (so what if a mean girl is picking on her—Kyoko knows how to deal with bullies). And she's landed a spot in Sho's new video (Yes! Revenge! Bwa ha ha ha!). Life … [Read more...] about Skip Beat! 7 by Yoshiki Nakamura: A-
Basara 27 by Yumi Tamura: B+
From the back cover: In this special collection of side stories, join Sarasa and Shuri after the war, as they rebuild Japan and travel the world together. In the distant Huang Empire, Sarasa is infected with a fatal disease—but will Shuri betray the Huang Emperor to save her? And when the new Japanese government is beset with turmoil, it's up to two children to convince a … [Read more...] about Basara 27 by Yumi Tamura: B+