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Manga reviews for titles released in the 2000s
If you are a manga fan who wants a series that is more realistic in nature, stylish, quirky but also has quite a bit of Japanese pop culture intertwined with the overall story, “Nana” vol. 2 and the series is highly recommended! Image courtesy of Read More …
Vol. 1 of Ai Yazawa’s “Nana” introduces us to two young women named Nana. Nana Komatsu is a young woman who still hurts after her last relationship, but what happens when the people she cares about makes the move to Tokyo. For punk vocalist, Nana Read More …
This fifth volume of “Bleach 3-in-1: Volumes 13-15”, this is one of my favorite battle arcs in the entire manga series. Not only does these volumes establish Ichigo as a fighter, sets up a major storyline that will continue for many volumes in later issues Read More …
The fourth volume of “Bleach 3-in-1” (volumes 10-12) begins a major arc in which Ichigo, Chad, Orihime, Uryu, Yoruichi and Ganju must try to save Rukia from execution in the Soul Society. But before they rescue her, they must each take on the Soul Reapers Read More …
The third volume of “Bleach 3-in-1” (volumes 7-9) begins a major arc in which Ichigo, Chad, Orihime and Uryu must try to save Rukia from execution in the Soul Society. But before they rescue her, all must undergo significant training if they are to take Read More …
The second volume of “Bleach 3-in-1” (volumes 4-6) introduces us to characters that attend Ichigo’s school who also have powers. But also one who hates Soul Reapers and challenges Ichigo in who can kill the most hollows! An important storyline that sets up the characters Read More …
Are you new to “Bleach” and want to know how it all began? Look no further as Viz Media is releasing “Bleach” as part of their 3-in-1 series. Featuring the first three volumes of the manga series, get to know the characters such as Ichigo, Read More …
The seventh omnibus volume of “Naruto 3-in-1” features a new hokage in town, Naruto vs. Sasuke and a mission led by Shikamaru to bring Sasuke back to the village. Three important volumes featured in “Naruto 3-in-1 Omnibus vol. 7” (Volumes 19-21)! Definitely recommended! © 1999 Read More …
The fifth omnibus volume of “Naruto 3-in-1” features the assassination attempt by Orochimaru and the Sound Ninja on the life of the third Hokage. Meanwhile, Sasuke takes on Gaara, Shino takes on Kankuro and the whole leaf village getting into the action to defend their Read More …
The fourth volume continues the third exam with more one-on-one battles including Rock Lee vs. Gaara. Also, the beginning of the fourth and final exam featuring Naruto vs. Neji! If you love ninja action, “Naruto 3-in-1 Omnibus vol. 4” (Volumes 10-12) is definitely recommended! © Read More …
The third volume is action-packed with the second phase of the Chunin Exam featuring team vs. teams and the third exam featuring one-on-one battles! If you love ninja action, “Naruto 3-in-1 Omnibus vol. 3” (Volumes 7-9) is definitely recommended! © 1999 by Masashi Kishimoto. All Read More …
The second volume of “Naruto 3-in-1 Omnibus” (vol. 4-6) and the conclusion of Team Kakashi vs. Zabuza and Haku is featured but also the Chunin Exams in which Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura are pitted against other ninja teams from all over the area in a Read More …
Nostalgic, informative and delightful… “Kingyo Used Books” is a manga series features individual chapters that show how manga has influenced the lives of many people. This first volume has won me over and I can’t wait for the second volume. Highly recommended! © 2005 Seimu Read More …
If you have missed the original manga series of “Naruto” and want to read where it all began, I highly recommend “Naruto 3-in-1 Omnibus” as it features the first three volumes for the price of 1.5 volumes. This is a fantastic compilation for a very Read More …
If you are looking for a sports manga series and love football, “Eyeshield 21″ vol. 1 is highly recommended! © 2002 by Riichiro Inagaki, Yusuke Murata. All Rights Reserved. MANGA TITLE: Eyeshield 21 vol. 1 STORY BY: Inagaki Riichiro ART BY: Murata Yusuke FIRST PUBLISHED Read More …