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Hana-Kimi 22 by Hisaya Nakajo: B

February 16, 2008 by Michelle Smith Leave a Comment

From the back cover: When Mizuki is almost caught changing clothes, the school goes wild with rumors about a mysterious girl on campus! Can our heroine keep her secret, or will she be outed and separated from Sano, just when their relationship is blossoming? Review: So, you've been keeping a secret from the one you love for ages and you're worried they'll hate you if you tell … [Read more...] about Hana-Kimi 22 by Hisaya Nakajo: B

Basara 26 by Yumi Tamura: B

February 11, 2008 by Michelle Smith Leave a Comment

From the back cover: Sarasa's quest for freedom has ended, but the story isn't over yet! In this volume of special side stories, Yumi Tamura goes deeper than ever before to explore the characters and world of Basara. Hijiri and Nachi recount childhood memories of ships, sea monsters, and mermaids. A band of star-crossed rebels arises in another time—and changes the course of … [Read more...] about Basara 26 by Yumi Tamura: B

Boys Over Flowers 3 by Yoko Kamio: A

February 10, 2008 by Michelle Smith Leave a Comment

Book description: Tsukushi joins Kazuya and his family for Summer vacation at their villa in Atami. Friction erupts between Kazuya and Doumyouji after the latter accidentally kisses Tsukushi during a black-out aboard his ship. Even more juicy tension develops between Shizuka and Rui, but does anything become of it?! And what will happen when Doumyouji finds out about … [Read more...] about Boys Over Flowers 3 by Yoko Kamio: A

Love*Com 2 by Aya Nakahara: A-

February 9, 2008 by Michelle Smith Leave a Comment

From the back cover: Risa's getting really confused about her feelings for Ôtani—she doesn't know if she wants to help him get back together with his ex-girlfriend or keep him all to herself! Review: I didn't like this volume quite as much as the first, but it's still really good. This volume hits several major holidays: Christmas, New Year's, and Valentine's Day. At … [Read more...] about Love*Com 2 by Aya Nakahara: A-

Love*Com 1 by Aya Nakahara: A

February 9, 2008 by Michelle Smith Leave a Comment

From the back cover: Risa Koizumi is the tallest girl in class, and the last thing she wants is the humiliation of standing next to Atsushi Ôtani, the shortest guy. Fate and the whole school have other ideas, and the two find themselves cast as the unwilling stars of a bizarre romantic comedy. Rather than bow to the inevitable, Risa and Atsushi join forces to pursue their … [Read more...] about Love*Com 1 by Aya Nakahara: A

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