From the back cover: The main round of the pro test has begun. Everyone's feeling the pressure—no one more so than Hikaru's friend Isumi, who has failed the test twice before. Fighting off his feelings of self-doubt, Isumi faces his next opponent, who turns out to be Hikaru. But a careless mistake lands the pair in an awkward position! Review: This entire volume was full of … [Read more...] about Hikaru no Go 10 by Yumi Hotta and Takeshi Obata: A-
The Moonlight That Surrounds Me 1 (Japanese) by Saki Hiwatari: C
From the back cover: Rin and Alice have brought closure to their past lives and are living happily. Their son, Ren, is a completely normal boy. One day, his guardian angels appear to him. But what is their true form!? And what is the power closed inside Ren!? Inherited thoughts and abilities... The first volume of the long-awaited Please Save My Earth second-generation … [Read more...] about The Moonlight That Surrounds Me 1 (Japanese) by Saki Hiwatari: C
Boys Over Flowers 1 by Yoko Kamio: A
From the back cover: Tsukushi Makino is accepted into the prestigious Eitoku Academy. Life changes dramatically for Tsukushi when her friend falls on Tsukasa Doumyouji. Tsukasa is the explosive leader of the "F4," a group of the most powerful, rich, and handsome boys. Doumyouji refuses to accept Makiko's apology and Tsukushi steps in to protect her friend. A red tag appears … [Read more...] about Boys Over Flowers 1 by Yoko Kamio: A
Basara 25 by Yumi Tamura: A+
From the back cover: Sarasa has led her army to victory, faced down King Ukon, and won the hearts and minds of her people. Now, in the final hours of battle, her actions—and Shuri's—will decide Japan's ultimate fate. Sarasa began her quest in Tatara's shadow. The time has come for her to step into the light, speak her real name, and accept her true destiny as the woman who … [Read more...] about Basara 25 by Yumi Tamura: A+
Demons Are Forever by Julie Kenner: B
From the back cover: It isn't easy when your daughter's figured out that her mom's a demon hunter—and wants to grow up to be just like her. Or when you suspect your dead husband used the forces of darkness to filch the body of another human. Moreover, Kate's acquired a precious but deadly item that every demon within commuting distance wants. With husband woes playing havoc … [Read more...] about Demons Are Forever by Julie Kenner: B