Once upon a time, a thousand years ago, there was a beautiful woman named Suigekka who used her magical abilities to help the people of Japan. The people feared and misunderstood her, however, and killed her after blaming her for the drought that had descended upon the land. A magician who loved her, Hira, went insane after Suigekka’s death and vowed revenge on humanity. He … [Read more...] about Phantom Dream 3 by Natsuki Takaya: B
Phantom Dream 2 by Natsuki Takaya: B-
From the back cover: Tamaki Otoya is the last in a line of ancient summoners tasked to battle evil forces that threaten mankind. But when the rival Gekka family return to collect the demon sword Tamaki's family stole centuries ago, a devastating secret is revealed! Tamaki is left in such a state of shock that he doesn't even notice his beloved Asahi slipping away to the Gekka … [Read more...] about Phantom Dream 2 by Natsuki Takaya: B-
Dining Bar Akira by Tomoko Yamashita: A
32-year-old Akira Koji doesn’t know how to handle it when Torihara Yasuyuki, a coworker six years his junior, says, “You know… I have feelings for you.” He has always considered himself to be straight and ultimately decides not to take the confession seriously. Still, he can’t help being a bit curious. As he and Torihara continue to interact at work, bickering a good bit yet … [Read more...] about Dining Bar Akira by Tomoko Yamashita: A
Goong: The Royal Palace 6 by Park SoHee: A-
From the back cover: Hoping to clear the air between Shin and Chae-Kyung, the ladies of the court pressure the young couple to get more intimate. But even a night together may not be enough to push the two close. Amid lingering suspicious of Shin's involvement with Hyo-Rin, Yul takes the offensive in claiming not only his right to the throne, but to Chae-Kyung's heart as … [Read more...] about Goong: The Royal Palace 6 by Park SoHee: A-
Little Fluffy Gigolo PELU 1 by Junko Mizuno: B+
I reviewed this strange, cute, and sad manga for Comics Should Be Good. It's the story of a fluffy little alien who comes to earth to find a bride. It's very weird, but the absurdity is of a sort that appeals to me. You can find that review here. Little Fluffy Gigolo PELU is published in English by Last Gasp and the first volume is available now. It looks like the series is … [Read more...] about Little Fluffy Gigolo PELU 1 by Junko Mizuno: B+