From the back cover: Although a truly gifted hairstylist, Kiri Koshiba has no interest in using her talent to pursue fame and fortune, unlike the three popular boys in the "Scissors Project" at school. Determined to become the best makeover team in Japan, they give showy makeovers to handpicked girls. As much as Kiri tries to shy away from the Scissors Project spotlight, she … [Read more...] about Beauty Pop 1 by Kiyoko Arai: B
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High School Debut 9 by Kazune Kawahara: A-
It’s sports festival time, giving Haruna and Yoh the chance to work together on the same team. Alas, the plans for togetherness don’t work out, as Yoh is elected grade captain and has to work hard to master his ceremonial duties and not disappoint those who elected him. Haruna, of course, is very encouraging and does things like make him foul-tasting radish juice to help his … [Read more...] about High School Debut 9 by Kazune Kawahara: A-
High School Debut 8 by Kazune Kawahara: B+
From the back cover: Yoh's worried that a freshman seems to have the hots for Haruna, but Haruna is as oblivious as ever. So when the boy in question makes a move on her, how will she respond? More importantly, how will Yoh react? Review: Ah, High School Debut. How I love you so. Only this series can make it palatable when the heroine receives an unsolicited smooch from some … [Read more...] about High School Debut 8 by Kazune Kawahara: B+
Crimson Hero 10 by Mitsuba Takanashi: B
The six members of the Crimson Field High School girls’ volleyball team have come a long way and are now participating in the Newcomers’ Tournament, an important stepping stone to their ultimate goal, the Spring Tournament. They win their first two rounds handily, but are faced with a tough opponent for the third round. Meanwhile, Nobara and Yushin are still keeping their … [Read more...] about Crimson Hero 10 by Mitsuba Takanashi: B
Crimson Hero 9 by Mitsuba Takanashi: B+
From the back cover: Just when Nobara is set to play with the Eagles against the men's team at Central Sokai University, Yushin shows up on campus! Has he come to make a play for Nobara? Review: At last! I love seeing good things happen for characters I like, and this volume is immensely satisfying in several important ways. Nobara gets her first taste of victory when the … [Read more...] about Crimson Hero 9 by Mitsuba Takanashi: B+