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The Old Guard #1
Greg Rucka - 2017
Trapped in an immortality without explanation, Andromache of Scythia—“Andy”—and her comrades ply their trade for those who can find—and aff ord—their services. But in the 21st century, immortality is a hard secret to keep, and when you live long enough, you learn that there are many fates worse than death.
Defying Kurosaki-kun, Vol. 1
Makino - 2014
When circumstances lead to Yu moving into the school dorm where Shirakawa-kun boards, she thinks she’s found her lucky break. But unluckily for Yu, “Black Devil” Kurosaki-kun, the boy everyone at school (including the teachers!) is afraid of, lives there too—and when Yu defies him, he’s all too eager to punish her…
Alice in the Country of Hearts, Vol. 1
QuinRose - 2009
Alice, ever the plucky tomboy, sets off to explore and get the lay of this strange land, intent on finding her rude kidnapper and giving him a piece of her mind (and her fist). But little does she know that she's wandered right into the middle of a dangerous power struggle involving just about all of Wonderland's attractive, weapon-happy denizens. And the only way for Alice to return home is to get acquainted with the lot of them?! How in the world will she manage that and still manage to stay alive?!
Requiem of the Rose King, Vol. 1
Aya Kanno - 2014
But is it truly fate that sets him on the path to personal destruction? Or his own tormented longings? Based on an early draft of Shakespeare’s Richard III, Aya Kanno’s dark fantasy finds the man who could be king standing between worlds, between classes, between good and evil.Richard’s father, the patriarch of the House of York, is poised to become king of medieval England during the bloody Wars of the Roses. But just as success is imminent, he is abruptly cut down. Plunged into despair, Richard acts out in revenge and must face a powerful and beautiful new enemy.
Dracula Everlasting, Vol. 1
Nunzio DeFilippis - 2011
When he learns he is the sole heir to a vast estate from a mysterious ancestor, his life will never be average again.Together with his new friend, Jill Hawthorne, Nicholas discovers that he is a direct descendant of Lord Dracula, and what's worse, Dracula's spirit is beginning to exert control over him. Under Dracula's spell, Nicholas' begins to rebuild Castle Dracula, stone by stone, in the outskirts of Boston.There are those from Dracula's past who will stop at nothing to destroy Nicholas, and those who come to his aid and urge him to embrace his destiny. One loves him; the rest want to use him in a dark war where Nicholas' very soul is the battleground.
The Girl with the Sanpaku Eyes, Volume 1
Shunsuke Sorato - 2020
Orange: The Complete Collection, Volume 1
Ichigo Takano - 2016
At first, she writes it off as a prank, but as the letter’s predictions come true one by one, Naho realizes that the letter might be the real deal. Her future self tells Naho that a new transfer student, a boy named Kakeru, will soon join her class. The letter begs Naho to watch over him, saying that only Naho can save Kakeru from a terrible future. Who is this mystery boy, and can Naho save him from his destiny? This is the heart-wrenching sci-fi romance that has over million copies in print in Japan!
Stepping on Roses, Vol. 1
Rinko Ueda - 2008
But can Sumi fool high society into thinking she's a proper lady? Moreover, is it worth giving up everything for this sham of a marriage?
The Full-Time Wife Escapist, Vol. 1
Tsunami Umino - 2013
Just when things are starting to go well, though, Mikuri’s parents decide it’s time to move out to the countryside. She’ll likely be unemployed for the rest of her life if she goes with them, but she doesn’t make enough money to rent her own place. That’s when Mikuri, always the daydreamer, comes up with a solution out of left field…
Asahi-sempai's Favorite, Vol. 1
Iroha Machino - 2019
From then on, Asahi-sempai makes passes at her at school or even at her own house! Wherever Matsuri might be, there's just no escaping him ... Every day with the somewhat perverse Asahi-sempai is an unbelievably stimulating experience for Matsuri, and she can't help but be flustered!! This is the long-awaited first volume of an intimate love story, featuring a sweet and playful sempai!
Moriarty the Patriot, Vol. 1
Ryōsuke Takeuchi - 2016
But even the most well-intentioned plans can spin out of control—will Moriarty’s dream of a more just and equal world turn him into a hero…or a monster?In the late 19th century, Great Britain rules over a quarter of the world. Nobles sit in their fancy homes in comfort and luxury, while the working class slaves away at their jobs. When young Albert James Moriarty’s upper-class family adopts two lower-class orphans, the cruelty the boys experience at his family’s hands cements Albert’s hatred of the nobility he was born into. He asks the older of the two boys—who has a genius mind and a killer instinct—to help him rid the world of evil, starting with Albert’s own family!
Itazura Na Kiss Volume 1
Kaoru Tada - 2009
Unfortunately, a few things are discouraging her from him: he's a member of "Class A," the top ranking class in school, whereas she's in "Class F"; he gets the top score on every exam; and he's so smart, popular, and handsome that he's been class president every year. When Kotoki finally musters up the courage to present him with a love letter, though, Naoki outright refuses it, telling her point blank ― with a look of disgust and boredom ― that he doesn't like "stupid girls." Poor Kotoko's worst nightmare!
My First Time was with My Boyfriend's Little Brother Vol.1
Kiha Chihana - 2016
Several years later she finds herself being loved unconditionally by her senior coworker Shinobu. Day in and day out Shinobu fawns over her and drives her mad with his incessant loving. She feels at times like her body can take no more and is happy in her relationship with Shinobu until the day they decide to go back and visit his family home. What a shock when the person to come out and greet them is someone she never thought she’d ever see again, Rio. He was her very first boyfriend and the one she gave her innocence up to and is apparently… Shinobu’s little brother!? Rio, the one who thanked her for letting him take her virginity, appears in her dreams again and again. Although they broke up long ago, he continues to play around with her and make her body ache for him. Vol.1, 54 pages.
Sleepers
Megg Jensen - 2011
Now she's filled with uncontrollable rage and access to magic she thought had been bled from her people years ago. Even her years of secret training in elite hand-to-hand combat and meditation can’t calm the fires raging inside her.Her heart is torn between two boys, the one she’s always loved and the one who always ignored her. But when the kingdom threatens to tear itself apart due to rumors surrounding the queen’s alleged affair, who will Lianne protect and who will she destroy?