Miyo is the cast aside daughter in a middle-class family. She ends up engaged to Kiyoka, a man seeking a bride. This is a Cinderella-type story set in an alternate historical Japan. This will appeal to readers who wish to see happy endings for characters that have faced challenges. Readers of the manga Emma, and Snow White with Red Hair may enjoy this title. - Linda Yau, SNFL

Hikaru goes missing for 6 months, and when he returns, his best friend Yoshiki needs to get to the bottom of the mystery of why he seems a far cry from his former self. Fans of both boys love manga and psychological horror will be in for a fun ride. — Joe Pascullo, 53rd St