From the back cover: Trapped inside the holy shield of Mount Hakurei, Inuyasha's demonic power has been stripped away, leaving him vulnerable. Will Miroku's wind tunnel prove strong enough to break the barrier and free Inuyasha? And will Inuyasha's strength be enough to defeat the leader of the Band of Seven, who has absorbed the Shikon Shards from his fallen comrades and … [Read more...] about InuYasha 28 by Rumiko Takahashi: B+
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InuYasha 27 by Rumiko Takahashi: B
From the back cover: Inuyasha and comrades are deeply entrenched in the battle of their lives as they fend off the vicious attacks of the undead assassins known as the Band of Seven. But Inuyasha gains some unlikely allies when his brother Sesshoumaru and feral rival Koga get entangled in the skirmish. As the Band of Seven's numbers dwindle, their attacks become increasingly … [Read more...] about InuYasha 27 by Rumiko Takahashi: B
InuYasha 24 by Rumiko Takahashi: B
From the back cover: In the face of a too-tempting reward, Miroku's eagerness to investigate the cursed castle of a giant oni or "ogre" is at odds with the reluctance of Inuyasha. Is Naraku's absence from the scene a sign of increased demon activity to come? Next, in a more lighthearted vein, a misplaced monkey-god makes mischief. Later, the reappearance of demon-slayer … [Read more...] about InuYasha 24 by Rumiko Takahashi: B
xxxHOLiC 11 by CLAMP: A-
From the back cover: Kimihiro Watanuki has been saved from death by the sacrifices of his friends, but his recovery time is cut short. His special connection with the spirit world is needed to investigate a terrifying haunted house, placate annoyed Warashi spirits, and face the growing threat of a shadowy figure called Fei-Wang Reed. Review: This volume was interesting. It … [Read more...] about xxxHOLiC 11 by CLAMP: A-
Bleach 22 by Tite Kubo: B-
From the back cover: The noose is tightening around Ichigo. His inner Hollow can't wait to consume him, the sinister transfer student has him tapped for a mysterious job, and now powerful new enemies have landed in his hometown to destroy him. Review: So far, this new arc is not off to an auspicious start. Some new villains are introduced, but only the latter pair—they're … [Read more...] about Bleach 22 by Tite Kubo: B-