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The Boogeyman Gives Frights and Grief Lurking In the Dark
The Boogeyman builds terror, making you fearful of what’s in the dark while tackling the crushing nature of grief though if splutters toward the end.

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Is Better Than the First
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse expands and surpasses the unforgettable first film. Animation styles, story and music blend to craft a masterpiece.

The Hero’s Alter Ego in Magical Girl Incident Volume 1 Is a Man Living the Corporate Grind
Magical Girl Incident Volume 1 has the hilarity of a corporate man turned magical girl, but the heart of the story and Hiro is what shines bright.

The Vexations of a Shut-In Vampire Princess Volume 4 Has Election, Secrets and Battles
The Vexations of a Shut-In Vampire Princess Volume 4 showcases another kingdom, new friendship and new Core Implosion and continues to be worth reading.

The Vexations of a Shut-In Vampire Princess Volume 3 Shows Love Trumps Hate
The Vexations of a Shut-In Vampire Princess Volume 3 is the best of the series so far, filled with tons of laughs that come out of left field and action.

One-Liners and Outstanding Chemistry Raises About My Father to Comical Heights
About My Father is a hilariously good time, filled with family, heartfelt moments and tons of laugh. Laura Terraso creates comedic magic.

The Boxer Volume 2 is Stunning Explosive Mayhem
A boxing manga that hooks you, The Boxer Volume 2 continues building relationships between the reader and the characters yet still action-packed.

I Got A Cheat Skill Volume 2 Has Familiar Harem Crushes Amidst The Action
I Got a Cheat Skill Volume 2 is overall entertaining, but some disbelieving elements alongside a disturbing trope threaten to derail the story.

What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim? Volume 1 Is laughs and love in the workplace
What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim? Volume 1 starts slow but the conflict between Youngjun and Miso keeps the laughter coming while underlying drama peeks through.

Existential and Animal Humor at the End of The World in Doomsday With My Dog Volume 2
Doomsday With My Dog Volume 2 continues the journey of Haru the dog and his Master. The pacing improves and it really is slice-of-life after life ends.

Hypnotic Is More Snooze Than Smash
Hypnotic remains too confusing and muddled to feel invested in the story or characters’ survival. Action looks good, but there’s no connection to care.

The Witch and the Knight Will Survive Volume 1: Love, Hate, and Home
The Witch and the Knight Will Survive Volume 1 captures the dangers of misplaced rage but also people’s resilience with action and lighthearted moments.

The Executioner and Her Way of Life Volume 2 Has Action And Yuri Love
The Executioner and Her Way of Life Volume 2 ties in Menou’s past while blurring the line between hero and villain on top of the sweet affectionate moments.

Mieruko-chan Volume 7 Is Hilarious With It’s Do You See What I See
Mieruko-chan Volume 7 ups the stress after the shrine with a new student, increasing the scares and laughs as Miko finds herself in unforeseen situations.

The Princess of Convenient Plot Devices Volume 2 Is Little Action and More Backstory
The Princess of Convenient Plot Devices Volume 2 slows down to a painful degree, focusing on too much backstory making connecting to the characters difficult.

Mage and The Endless Unknown Is Magic and Terror in Silence
Mage and the Endless Unknown delves into the wondrous world of magic, but not without horrors and nightmarish imagery worthy of chills and night terrors.

Chevalier Is a Dynamite Film About A Hidden History
Chevalier is a drama with wonderful performance and a dynamic lead performance, showcasing a history few know and emphasizes the importance of diversity.

Suzume Charms With A Beautiful Fantasy Road Trip
Suzume magnificently blends fantasy with a road trip tale of strength, loss and grief. The animation style makes you wish for a world as stunning and vibrant.

Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Has Heart and Laughs
Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves is oddball comedy with practical effects adding layers of humor similar to older classic comedies with a wonderful cast.

Occulted Will Make You Cheer For The Child and Scream At The Adults
Occulted is challenging to characterize. It’s a memoir that makes you screech in rage at adults. But you also root for the child to escape and flourish.

The Lizard Prince and Other South American Stories Is Love, Nature and Survival
The Lizard Prince and Other South American Stories superbly crafts relatable tales that filled with lessons of survival, strength and love in a page-turner.

Hollow Regalia Volume 1 Combines Powerful Monsters With Drama
Hollow Regalia Volume 1 taps into some of the best memories of popular series and continues building goodwill with knockout action and fascinating mystery.

The Remarried Empress Volume 2 Has Love, Affairs, Drama, and Comedy
The Remarried Empress Volume 2 fleshes out the characters with compelling storylines filled with drama, secrets and gossip and beautiful illustrations.

Love of Kill Volume 11 Staggers With Little Progression
Love of Kill Volume 11 is heavy on the dreary aspects of the series, but light on entertainment or character interaction. It feels like filler for the next.

The 100-Million-Year Button Volume 2 Moves In An Unforeseen Yet Fascinating Direction
The 100-Million-Year Button Volume 2 takes a turn on par with popular animes, with someone lurking within Allen, increasing the stakes and entertainment.

The Villainess Stans the Heroes Volume 1 Is Interesting With Some Laughs
The Villainess Stans the Heroes Volume 1 has some tedium with Eldia’s one-track mind. However, she takes her dedication to the villain role comical heights.

The Otherworlder, Exploring the Dungeon Volume 1 Is Comically Cool With An Odd Cat
The Otherworlder, Exploring the Dungeon Volume 1 has laughs and gets you cheering for Souya’s success, even if that success looks a long way off.

Call the Name of the Night Volume 1 Explores Love and Mystery
Call the Name of the Night Volume 1 has all the makings to be a wondrous tale. It has magic and Miyazaki vibes, but a relationship that makes you worry.

Shadows House Volume 3 Makes You Root For The Dolls
Shadows House Volume 3 finally reels me firmly into the world as temperament’s come to the fore so now the mystery and characters stand out.

She Loves To Cook, and She Loves To Eat Volume 2 Has Love Blossom as Dishes Simmer
She Loves To Cook, and She Loves To Eat Volume 2 ups the entertainment in the first volume, crafting a healthy, developing relationship with genuine emotions.