From the back cover: Fukami is convinced that there's chemistry between his friends Suzuna and Eichi, who just need a little push to become a couple. Little does he suspect that they both have a crush on him. But Fukami's got his own romantic distraction with a girl he keeps running into. When Suzuna realizes that she has a new rival, she's going to have to act fast. Can … [Read more...] about Venus in Love 2 by Yuki Nakaji: B+
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Love*Com 3 by Aya Nakahara: A
From the back cover: A new student starts out as Risa's rival for love, but ends up proving how important it is to be honest with yourself! Review: Okay, it's official—I love Love*Com. Of all the series I've started recently, this is the one I've been most eager to continue. I adore the two lead characters, especially when they're being honest and/or sweet with one … [Read more...] about Love*Com 3 by Aya Nakahara: A
Ouran High School Host Club 10 by Bisco Hatori: B+
From the back cover: Ever since the day he helped her up from a nasty tumble, Black Magic Club member Reiko Kanazuki has been obsessed with Hunny. She is devoting all her knowledge of the dark arts to curse him and steal his soul. Will the sweetest member of the Host Club fall victim to her spells? Review: This series is starting to remind me of Hana-Kimi, which isn't a … [Read more...] about Ouran High School Host Club 10 by Bisco Hatori: B+
Ouran High School Host Club 9 by Bisco Hatori: B
From the back cover: In middle school, Tamaki Suoh must entice the coldhearted twins, Hikaru and Kaoru Hitachiin, to join his newly created Host Club. But in order to get them to accept his proposal, he must first best them at their own game. Review: I didn't find much to get excited about in this volume. Tamaki's cuteness was its saving grace, enlivening an otherwise … [Read more...] about Ouran High School Host Club 9 by Bisco Hatori: B
Boys Over Flowers 4 by Yoko Kamio: A-
From the back cover: Shizuka makes a shocking announcement at her birthday party, which could create some very intriguing possibilities for Tsukushi. Could Tsukushi possibly have Rui for herself? Tsukasa, clouded by the sound of flying planes, asks Tsukushi out on a date that goes very, very wrong. Review: With Rui out of the way, as he followed Shizuka off to France, most … [Read more...] about Boys Over Flowers 4 by Yoko Kamio: A-