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Black Cat 5 by Kentaro Yabuki: B

July 14, 2009 by Michelle Smith 1 Comment

From the back cover: Train's mortal enemy Creed summons his followers, the Apostles of the Stars, and sets his grand scheme in motion. Creed plans to launch a global revolution by attacking a summit between world leaders and the executives of Chronos. But if the police and secret service can't stop Creed, does Train have any hope of taking him down?! Review: This volume, … [Read more...] about Black Cat 5 by Kentaro Yabuki: B

Black Cat 4 by Kentaro Yabuki: B+

July 13, 2009 by Michelle Smith 2 Comments

From the back cover: Persuaded by the promise of a gourmet dinner, Train accepts coy cat burglar Rinslet's invitation to be her date at the birthday bash of a prominent socialite. But Train may have bitten off more than he can chew because among the guests at the party is a murderer who believes that killing is a fine art! Review: After a couple of simple yet effective … [Read more...] about Black Cat 4 by Kentaro Yabuki: B+

Black Cat 3 by Kentaro Yabuki: B

July 12, 2009 by Michelle Smith 1 Comment

From the back cover: Train Heartnet, also known as "Black Cat," was an infamous assassin for a secret organization called Chronos... until he abandoned that cold-blooded existence to live life on his own terms as an easygoing bounty hunter. But is Train's past as far behind him as he thinks? Train receives a desperate plea for help from Karl, the mayor of Rubeck City and one … [Read more...] about Black Cat 3 by Kentaro Yabuki: B

Honey and Clover 4 by Chica Umino: A-

July 12, 2009 by Michelle Smith Leave a Comment

From the back cover: Morita has disappeared, leaving his friends bereft and confused. Hagu and Takemoto turn to their art, while Mayama and Yamada cling to their unrequited loves. When his coworker begins to romance Yamada, Mayama can't help interfering. But what does he care, when he's nursing a flame for a woman he hasn't seen in a year? Review: After a chapter in which the … [Read more...] about Honey and Clover 4 by Chica Umino: A-

Honey and Clover 3 by Chica Umino: A-

July 12, 2009 by Michelle Smith 1 Comment

From the back cover: Professor Hanamoto is off in Mongolia on a research trip and Hagu is having a hard time coping. The gang do their best to help her out, especially Takemoto. But as graduation threatens to alter their friendships forever, Hagu begins to turn toward Morita... Review: Time moves very quickly in Honey and Clover—already two years have passed since Takemoto met … [Read more...] about Honey and Clover 3 by Chica Umino: A-

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