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**Sasuke and Sakura take on ancient secrets, deadly conspiracies, and even dragons in this manga adaptation of the novel.** Years after the great shinobi war, Naruto is struck with a mysterious illness. Desperate for a cure, Sasuke Uchiha heads for the isolationist land of Redaku, where he’ll need to infiltrate an astronomical observatory that’s being operated as a prison for deadly criminals. There he rendezvouses with none other than his wife, Sakura, and together they dive into an undercover investigation in search of traces of the Sage of Six Paths! With danger lurking around every corner, what fate will lie in store for the ninja couple? (Source: VIZ Media, edited)
In order to heal the wounds in Eiri Yuki's heart, he and his vocalist lover, Shuichi, travel to New York to visit the grave of Yuki's first love and tormentor, Yuki Kitagawa. They discover that the first Yuki has left behind a young son, Riku, and so the odd couple take the boy back with them to Japan. When Shuuichi receives a kiss from nutty rival band leader, Ryuuichi, Yuki flies into a jealous rage, and he and Riku disappear, leaving Shuuichi to search for them in vain. (Source: TOKYOPOP)
From Anime New Network: Zushio was to be king and promised his sister that he would become king (on penalty of death). Unfortunately for him, his empire was overthrown and now he's a wanted man. A girl has the misfortune of running into Prince Zushio and becomes tangled in his plight. Adding to her misfortune, Zushio is not quite right in the head, but hey, at least he seems to be immortal.
Welcome to the vampire city of Saruta, where the sun never rises, and all the vampire children love trying to stay up late. Hipira is a precocious young vampire whose best friend is a fairy named Soul. Hipira and Soul are an odd couple to say the least, and their games, pranks and adventures are extraordinary even for dwellers of this supernatural city. Hipira is a delightfully bright twist to traditionally dark subject matter. Filled with fun, wonder and heart, the illustrations look like they have been pulled off the screen of a top-flight animated feature. Hipira is a children's book like no other, one that will appeal to readers of all ages. (Amazon)
Energetic teenager Shuichi Shindo is the lead singer and songwriter for the smash-hit pop band, Bad Luck. He's recently moved in with his older boyfriend, Eiri Yuki, the handsome, sophisticated, and uber-famous romance novelist. Nothing goes smoothly for Shuichi, however. Yuki is inexplicably cold and cruel toward him, more so than usual; due to a rash of publicity appearances on comedy sketch shows, he can't get anyone to take his band seriously; and he's suddenly entered, totally unprepared, into a nationally televised concert with Bad Luck's rival band, Ask. (Source: TOKYOPOP)
**Love in the limelight!** Kunieda Kei is the up-and-coming Prince Charming of the evening news, but inside, he’s anything but princely. He’s brash, hot-tempered, and prickly as can be. For years, he’s been able to juggle his private and professional personas, but a run-in with animator Ushio Tsuzuki threatens to bring that all crashing down. Will Kei’s mask slip and expose him for who he is, or is there someone who might love and accept both his sides? *Source: Seven Seas Entertianment, Vol. 1*
"This whole thing about killing, living and dying, do you think you really need to have a reason?" This story is located in the historical period known as "The Boshin War" (戊辰戦争, Boshin Sensō, "War of the Year of the Dragon"), or Restoration, during the years 1868 and 1869. This civil war had as actors main, on the one hand, to the defenders of the Shogunate Takegawa or Bakufu, and on the other to the Ishin-shishi, who wished to restore the authority of the Emperor, who had subordinated himself to the Shogun since the battle of Sekigahara, in the year 1600. The Shogun was supported by many Samurai groups, the most famous being the Shinsengumi, originally created to ensure safety within the city of Kyoto. This story revolves around Okita Soji, member of the Shinsengumi; One of the most famous swordsmen in Japan. The historical facts that are mentioned in this manga are real.
During a break on his premiere tour for the smash-hit pop band Bad Luck, lead singer Shuichi Shindo comes home to spend some quality time with his boyfriend, Eiri Yuki, the famous romance novelist. However, he finds their apartment empty and the only thing waiting for him is a mysterious, alarming note. Has something horrible happened to his lover? Does it have any connection to that gorgeous lady who's been stalking the writer for the past few weeks? Based on the popular manga and anime, *Gravitation: Voice of Temptation* is a highly charged, hilarious story about two lovers drawn together despite the overwhelming odds. (Source: TOKYOPOP)
Yamada Shintaro is training to become a monster guardian--his job is to protect the monsters from harm. But when he meets Nao, a girl from his middle school, he suddenly falls in love...with her neckline! Shintaro will go to any lengths to prevent any disruption to her peaceful life--and preserve his choice view of her neck! (Source: TOKYOPOP)
Saiki unexpectedly meets his senior high school rival, Satou. When Satou confesses "I've always liked you, "Saiki's brain panics! Even so, Saiki has feelings he cannot express in words for Satou, who sweetly and forcefully pursues him. Then one day, kissed by Satou, Saiki's body responds ... !?