Book description: A strange man on the island who helped free Arashi and Natsu from some carnivorous plants gives them a clue as to why they find themselves in this predicament—it's not a kidnapping, it's "a government project." The four castaways decide to climb a rocky outcrop from which they can survey their surroundings and get an idea of what is going on and where they … [Read more...] about 7SEEDS 2 (Japanese) by Yumi Tamura: A-
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7SEEDS 1 (Japanese) by Yumi Tamura: B+
Book description: The last thing Natsu remembers is going to sleep in her own bed. She awakes on a sinking ship in the company of three strangers, each with no memory of how they got there. After managing to reach a deserted island, the four need to overcome their differences and work together to find out about the inhospitable, strange island where nature appears totally out … [Read more...] about 7SEEDS 1 (Japanese) by Yumi Tamura: B+
Basara 26 by Yumi Tamura: B
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
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+
Basara 24 by Yumi Tamura: A+
From the back cover: As the war for Japan rages on, the battle reaches the Royal Castle itself. Sarasa penetrates the castle's defenses to confront the traitorous Asagi. Shuri, wounded and crippled, pursues Sarasa even though the chase may kill him. Ageha descends into a labyrinth beneath the castle to stop a deadly mechanism designed to destroy them all. And King Ukon, now … [Read more...] about Basara 24 by Yumi Tamura: A+