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Basara 20 by Yumi Tamura: A

December 18, 2007 by Michelle Smith Leave a Comment

From the back cover: A curfew law has been passed by Kyoto to suppress the rebellion. Sarasa's ally Ageha seeks to destroy King Ukon's senior officials, while Asagi, the real Blue King, gains Sarasa's trust and leads a daring assault. But while Sarasa and her forces are gaining ground, their enemies' secret plan could turn the tide against them! Review: What an exciting … [Read more...] about Basara 20 by Yumi Tamura: A

xxxHOLiC 10 by CLAMP: A+

December 14, 2007 by Michelle Smith 1 Comment

From the back cover: Months ago, when Kimihiro Watanuki became the indentured servant of the witch Yuuko Ichihara, Yuuko warned Kimihiro about his attraction to cute young Himawari-chan. But he refused to listen. How could his pretty classmate possibly pose any kind of danger? At last the secret is revealed... and with near-fatal results. Review: This was a great volume. … [Read more...] about xxxHOLiC 10 by CLAMP: A+

xxxHOLiC 9 by CLAMP: A

December 12, 2007 by Michelle Smith Leave a Comment

From the back cover: Without realizing it, Kimihiro Watanuki has purchased a dream. According to Yuuko Ichihara, the mysterious time-space witch, people usually buy good dreams—but Kimihiro's dream is a man-eating nightmare. Even worse, it has come true! Then Kimihiro meets a wistful girl who, like him, can see the spirit world. Together they try to prevent a harmless ghost … [Read more...] about xxxHOLiC 9 by CLAMP: A

Hana-Kimi 21 by Hisaya Nakajo: B+

December 10, 2007 by Michelle Smith 2 Comments

From the back cover: Love is in the air at Osaka High School—bittersweet and true, as Nakao confesses his feelings for Minami, and Noe receives a Valentine's Day chocolate from a girl. While the whole gang goes to the bowling alley, Mizuki finds some time alone with Sano. How much longer can she pretend to be a boy? How much longer can she hide who she is... and who she … [Read more...] about Hana-Kimi 21 by Hisaya Nakajo: B+

Hana-Kimi 20 by Hisaya Nakajo: B

December 9, 2007 by Michelle Smith 1 Comment

From the back cover: Nakatsu's mom is in town, and she has plans for her son: she wants him to go home after graduation to take care of the family business! Will Nakatsu give up his dreams of becoming a star soccer player? Meanwhile, another student at Osaka High School prepares to put his heart on the line. Nakao confesses his love to upperclassman Minami... but can Minami … [Read more...] about Hana-Kimi 20 by Hisaya Nakajo: B

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