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Skip Beat! 3 by Yoshiki Nakamura: A-

February 22, 2008 by Michelle Smith Leave a Comment

From the back cover: Kyoko is determined to win her way into show business, even if it means wearing embarrassing bright pink overalls and putting up with spoiled stars. But her first big assignment proves more difficult than she imagined when she finds herself in front of the camera with an injured leg. Will she be able to ace her first attempt at acting despite the pain, or … [Read more...] about Skip Beat! 3 by Yoshiki Nakamura: A-

Sand Chronicles 1 by Hinako Ashihara: A-

February 21, 2008 by Michelle Smith 1 Comment

From the back cover: After her parents get divorced, Ann Uekusa and her mother move from Tokyo to rural Shimane. Accustomed to the anonymity of city living, Ann can't get used to the almost overbearing kindness of the people in her mother's hometown. But when personal tragedy strikes, Ann discovers how much she needs that kindness. Review: This was really good, with an … [Read more...] about Sand Chronicles 1 by Hinako Ashihara: A-

Tsubasa RESERVoir CHRoNiCLE 14 by CLAMP: B+

February 18, 2008 by Michelle Smith Leave a Comment

From the back cover: The odd group of dimension travelers arrives in a country full of magic seeking a book that may hold the key to finding one of Princess Sakura's powerful memory feathers. But the volume they need turns out to be a national treasure, off limits to the public. Now Syaoran, Kurogane, and the others must brave traps, ravenous beasts, and some of the … [Read more...] about Tsubasa RESERVoir CHRoNiCLE 14 by CLAMP: B+

Tsubasa RESERVoir CHRoNiCLE 13 by CLAMP: B+

February 17, 2008 by Michelle Smith Leave a Comment

From the back cover: Five friends must journey through time and space to lift a curse from beautiful Princess Sakura. Their quest now leads them to a world of magic and mysterious learning. Syaoran, the princess's young but fierce defender, is awestruck by this new world's enormous library. But when he opens one of the books, he is suddenly whisked away to a different … [Read more...] about Tsubasa RESERVoir CHRoNiCLE 13 by CLAMP: B+

Hana-Kimi 22 by Hisaya Nakajo: B

February 16, 2008 by Michelle Smith Leave a Comment

From the back cover: When Mizuki is almost caught changing clothes, the school goes wild with rumors about a mysterious girl on campus! Can our heroine keep her secret, or will she be outed and separated from Sano, just when their relationship is blossoming? Review: So, you've been keeping a secret from the one you love for ages and you're worried they'll hate you if you tell … [Read more...] about Hana-Kimi 22 by Hisaya Nakajo: B

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