(W) Anji Matono NIGHT TALES!A horse that only roams at midnight.A woman who rants and raves with a poison tongue.A patrolman staking out a child's room.All around Yuma, strangeness abounds...

(W) Various (A) Various (CA) Ladronn The 2000 AD Annual returns just in time for 2000 AD's 49th year. This celebratory Annual contains several all-new stories, featuring Judge Dredd, Rogue Trooper, and PSI, Anderson. The book also contains a few 2000 AD classics from the thrill-archive which have never been reprinted before. The creative line-up bringing their talents to this tome include Rob Williams, Maura McHugh, Joe Currie, T.C. Eglington, Staz Johnson, Crom, Jake Lynch.

(W) Bomhat In a world where angels protect the people against demons, a young orphan with pitch-black wings may hold the key to the kingdom's fate. An exquisitely drawn, dark fantasy manga for fans of Puella Magi Madoka Magica, Made in Abyss, and Witch Hat Atelier.After narrowly avoiding execution by the Seraphim, Blue learned the horrible truth about Noah's treatment at the hands of the Church. A short-lived adventure with Killian also brought Blue face-to-face with the mysterious Oracle, who urged her to embrace the darkness within her.Blue then joined Steele and her Angels on an emergency expedition to find Adira's team. Yet crossing the kingdom's gates, they stumbled upon a grisly scene of fallen Angels and a pulsing egg, which soon began spewing forth Demons. As one giant Demon looms up over the rest, Steele points to something in its chest. Could that be...Adira?

(W) Touya (A) Chibi A ROYAL MESSWhen Lloyd and Priscilla whisk Fia away to meet the royal castle's saints at the royal villa, things take an unexpected turn. But that's just the start of Fia's troubles. The Queen Dowager Hyacinthe, head saint and mother to Saviz and Cerulean, pays a visit to the royal capital and a tea party is held to mark the occasion. Saviz requests Fia to come along as well…as his good luck charm?! But luck might be just what the royal family needs as Fia learns of a rift between the Queen Dowager and Cerulean, and she might have just the solution they need!

(W) Hiroko Natsuno Band member Hoshina loves music but struggles to write love songs while working part-time at a convenience store. He's drawn to his younger coworker, Seto, but doesn't expect anything to come of it... until the two get caught in the rain and end up spending the night together.In the morning, Hoshina discovers Seto is a high school senior, and insists that they stop seeing each other until after Seto graduates. Seto wants to explore their relationship further and continues to pursue Hoshina, but Hoshina (awkwardly, earnestly) attempts to keep him at a safe distance. While apart, Hoshina is inspired to write a song about his feelings for Seto, and following Seto's graduation, he sees Hoshina perform the song and the two reconcile their feelings for each other. A sweet, heartfelt love story.

(W) Al Ewing (A/CA) Jahnoy Lindsay WITHOUT THE CORPS, WITHOUT THE RING, WITHOUT THE WILLPOWER?WHAT'S LEFT IS THE ABSOLUTE GREEN LANTERN! On an alternate version of Earth, a powerful alien descends on a small town in Nevada. Terror reigns as he enacts his judgment on the residents of Evergreen--among them, ordinary citizens Guy Gardner, Hal Jordan, John Stewart, and Jo Mullein. When fighting back carries an unimaginable cost, who will conquer their fear and emerge a hero? Writer Al Ewing (Metamorpho: The Element Man) and artist Jahnoy Lindsay (Superboy: Man of Tomorrow) get cosmic in this story from the Absolute Universe! Collects ABSOLUTE GREEN LANTERN #1-6.

(W) Al Ewing (A/CA) Jahnoy Lindsay WITHOUT THE CORPS, WITHOUT THE RING, WITHOUT THE WILLPOWER?WHAT'S LEFT IS THE ABSOLUTE GREEN LANTERN! On an alternate version of Earth, a powerful alien descends on a small town in Nevada. Terror reigns as he enacts his judgment on the residents of Evergreen--among them, ordinary citizens Guy Gardner, Hal Jordan, John Stewart, and Jo Mullein. When fighting back carries an unimaginable cost, who will conquer their fear and emerge a hero? Writer Al Ewing (Metamorpho: The Element Man) and artist Jahnoy Lindsay (Superboy: Man of Tomorrow) get cosmic in this story from the Absolute Universe! Collects ABSOLUTE GREEN LANTERN #1-6.

(W) Matt Fraction (A/CA) Terry Dodson, Rachel Dodson Christmastime in New York means a time for tales of the Ghosts of Long Ago! As Claire -- the new Avatar of Adventure -- accepts her role as the world's Great Defender, the lurid lore of days past makes the leap from fiction to reality-shattering FACT. Collects?Adventureman #6-9 and Adventureman: Ghost Lights #1-2

(W/A) Sumi Eno Waka finally makes a break for it after being kidnapped by the god Volov, but just as her freedom is within reach, Alura stops her dead in her tracks. Meanwhile, although Volov may already be beyond saving, he begs his former best friend for Obikawa for help.

A zany romantic comedy starring a duke’s daughter, who’s more of a fighter than a lady, and a prince who happens to be into that!Maria and Prince Renato's engagement party went off without a hitch—well, besides the part where there was an attack orchestrated by a jealous ex-lover of Lord Ireneo's! But that's all taken care of, and now Maria is officially acknowledged as the future princess of Rubini.With that behind her, there's only one hurdle left... Taking Prince Renato home to meet her father! She's dreading how things may go, but it seems Renato has a plan in mind! What will happen when he meets the crazy Annovazzi family for the first time?

(W) Joe Kelly (A) Pepe Larraz; Cafu; John Romita Jr. (CA) Pepe Larraz The next astonishing era of AMAZING SPIDER-MAN begins as Peter Parker is back and down on his luck, but poised to set upon the greatest adventure of his career, an adventure NO ONE will see coming! Joe Kelly is an award winning writer who launched the first Deadpool series in the 1990's, had successful long term runs on Uncanny X-Men, Action Comics, JLA, Superboy, Supergirl, and the creator of the hit animated series Ben 10!Peter Parker is, shockingly, without a job and looking for gainful employment - but his search is interrupted by a rampaging Rhino, who is but the tip of a Sinister iceberg!What major Spider-Villain is working behind the scenes weaponizing other Spider-Villains, including one we haven't seen in almost seven years?! Also, what is that Goblin-free Norman Osborn up to, anyway?COLLECTING: Amazing Spider-Man (2025) #1-5, Amazing Spider-Man (2022) #70 (B story), Free Comic Book Day 2025: Amazing Spider-Man/Ultimate Universe #1 (Amazing Spider-Man story)

(W) Jeremy Adams (A/CA) John Timms A NEW ERA OF AQUAMAN BEGINS HERE! In the wake of Absolute Power, Arthur Curry?s powers have evolved to powerful new heights, and this king is ready to kick some serious butt. Yet water rescues and fighting monsters are the least of his worries; Arthur?s kingdom, and his family, have disappeared without a trace. With a mysterious pearl as his only clue, Aquaman embarks on a quest to save the ones he loves. On a journey filled with deadly foes and unexpected allies, Aquaman uncovers more questions than answers. What is the Blue? How are his new water-morphing abilities connected? And who, exactly, is Dagon? From the sensational talents of writer Jeremy Adams (Green Lantern, The Flash) and artist John Timms (Harley Quinn, Young Justice), discover AQUAMAN #1-8 in Aquaman Vol. 1: The Dark Tide.

(W) Cullen Bunn (A) A.C. Zamudio From the co-creator of The Sixth Gun and Harrow County comes a new supernatural thriller graphic novel that's Locke & Key meets Rounders!Hudson Tremaine is a streetwise gambler who has siphoned money from every high-stakes game in Vegas. She's made a name for herself, but she's also made more than a few enemies in the gambling underworld. When she is invited to play in the most underground card tournament of all-the Arcanos Mysterinos-she realizes the stakes are higher than she ever imagined possible. Imagine a clandestine poker tournament where magicians, demons, and demigods gamble using a set of mysterious tarot-like cards. These games shape the fate of the world…of many worlds…for good or ill. This game has always been played in secret, hidden from the prying eyes of mortals.Until now.Hudson has always been willing to bet on herself-but playing for the fate of all humanity is something she never anticipated! Collects Arcana Royale #1–#4.

(W) Ubisoft A full-color hardcover art book collecting concept art and in-depth commentary chronicling the development of Anno 117: Pax Romana.In Ubisoft's Anno 117: Pax Romana, players take on the role of a Roman Governor whose duty is to create and explore new cities across diverse biomes in the year 117 AD-the height of the Roman empire! Ever expanding into uncharted provinces, players will encounter an array of historically-inspired characters with the goal of achieving glory for their Emperor. Experience the development of the most recent entry in the perennial real-time strategy economic simulator series with vibrant and painterly artwork beautifully displayed across attentively-designed pages.The Art of Anno 117: Pax Romana is an essential assembly of art and exposition that is perfect for fans of the iconic game series and connoisseurs of the golden age of Roman history.

(W/A) Rumiko Takahashi For over forty-five years, Rumiko Takahashi has thrilled readers with her versatile storytelling in such works as Urusei Yatsura, Maison Ikkoku, Ranma ?, Inuyasha, RIN-NE, and Mao. This deluxe art book is presented in its original right-to-left format and shows off Takahashi's original drawings in gorgeous detail, highlighting the original colors and typesetting.

(W) Ray Fawkes (A/CA) Rimanti On her first day out of jail, Kristine Woods discovers that her father has disappeared into a mysterious, isolated town hidden in the New Mexico desert. Now it?s up to her to find him and rescue him from a bizarre and unnatural threat. An atmospheric folk-horror story of dread and redemption set in the American Southwest.

(W) Dacto When financial issues put one man in a tough spot, he becomes the boy-toy to an unhinged corporate heir that was his former one-night-stand. The hit Boys' Love webtoon is now available in English print!Hojin Koo is in deep trouble. Ruthless loan sharks are after him, demanding payment for a debt his runaway brother left behind. Just when he braces for the worst, a group of suited strangers swoops in to save him. But his relief is short-lived his rescuer turns out to be a former one-night stand with a wild proposal: become his personal plaything for a year, and the debt disappears.Reluctantly, Hojin agrees. At first, he's nothing more than a pet for the eccentric corporate heir, but as time passes, he glimpses the loneliness beneath the man's wealth and power. As their relationship evolves and emotions stir, is Hojin falling into something real or just making another terrible mistake?

(W) Jason Ciaramella, Joe Hill (A) Zach Howard, Nelson Daniel Read all three graphic novels based on New York Times best-selling author Joe Hill's short story 'The Cape,' collecting The Cape, The Cape: 1969, and The Cape: Fallen. Every little boy dreams about putting on a cape and soaring up, up, and away... but what if one day that dream were to come true? Eric was like every other eight-year-old boy, until a tragic accident changed his life forever. The Cape explores the dark side of power, as the adult Eric-a confused and broken man-takes to the skies... and sets out to exact a terrible vengeance on everyone who ever disappointed him. The Cape: 1969 goes back in time to the Vietnam War when Eric's father, Captain Chase, a medevac helicopter pilot for the U.S. Army, is shot down over enemy territory. He and his crew are in a fight for their lives as they play a deadly game of cat and mouse with the Vietcong? but they soon learn that machine guns and grenades aren't the only terrors hiding in the jungle. In The Cape: Fallen, uncover new folds in Hill's cautionary anti-superhero tal

(W) Tatsuki Fujimoto With the disappearance of Nayuta, Denji finds himself in the grasp of a deep depression. He decides to eat away the pain, but at a sushi restaurant, Denji will be confronted by an unimaginable tragedy... For older teen audiences.

(W) Nyan Nyan Factory Where there's smoke, there's a catgirl chainsmoking in this comedy manga! A look at the daily troubles of one catgirl and her attempts to get her life together.Welcome to Yani's apartment. Please don't mind the smell. Yani is a catgirl with a seriously bad smoking habit. Every time she tries to quit, she becomes weak to the cravings and gives in almost instantly.Behind on her rent and unable to hold down a job, her friends and sister rally around to help her out. But when she's using her pee to put out cigarette fires, they may just have their work cut out for them.Will she ever get her life together, or is she doomed to live as a chainsmoking slob forever?

(W) Hiroshi Takano (A) Shin'ichi Sakamoto For a brief, brilliant moment Mori thought he had found his life's purpose, but after an unscrupulous reporter's sensationalized article gets the climbing club disbanded, he finds himself more at odds with the world than ever. With nothing left to lose, Mori agrees to go alpine climbing with the very reporter who ruined everything...

(W) Delilah S. Dawson; Gustavo Duarte; Various (A) Sas Milledge; Various Celebrate the beloved Jim Henson fantasy film with this complete hardcover collection of stories from inside the magical walls of the labyrinth!Jim Henson?s Labyrinth: Beyond the Goblin City spotlights the secret history of Sir Didymus and the untold story of one of Jareth?s Masquerade guests, in addition to tales featuring fan-favorite characters like Ludo, Hoggle, Ambrosius, and the Goblin King himself.This epic collection showcases imaginative tales from critically acclaimed writers and artists including Jonathan Case (The New Deal), Delilah S. Dawson (Star Wars: Phasma), Gustavo Duarte (Bizarro), Roger Langridge (Snarked), Katie Cook (Star Wars: ABC-3PO), Jeff Stokely (The Ludocrats), S.M. Vidaurri (Labyrinth: Under the Spell), Sina Grace (Superman: Kal-El Returns), Michael Dialynas (Wynd), Sarah Webb (The Storyteller: Sirens), Boya Sun (5 Worlds), Lara Elena Donnelly (The Amberlough Dossier), French Carlomagno (The Dead Lucky), Pius Bak (Eat The Rich), Samantha Dodge (Catwoman: Soulstealer), and many more!

(W) Jim Henson; Simon Spurrier (A) Daniel Bayliss THE UNTOLD ORIGIN OF THE GOBLIN KING.Long before Sarah ventured to save her baby brother from the clutches of the Goblin King, another young woman sought to save her child from an unknown fate within the Labyrinth. Set in 18th-century Venice, Jim Henson?s Labyrinth: Coronation is a striking look into the mysteries of the Labyrinth itself, uncovering the fate of a small boy named Jareth who would one day be King.Simon Spurrier (The Spire, Jim Henson?s The Power of the Dark Crystal) and Daniel Bayliss (Jim Henson?s The Storyteller: Dragons, Big Trouble in Little China/Escape from New York) present a look into a magical world where nothing is as it seems and introduce Maria, a heroine instilled with courage, hope, and determination.Collects Labyrinth: Coronation #1-12.

(W) Ben Crane (A) Andy Alves There’s been a brazen theft, and all signs point to the Cadets’ guilt! Blast off to a colorful adventure full of mystery and intrigue!While the crew of the ESS Khonsu is negotiating a treaty with the reclusive residents of an important nebula, someone attacks their hosts and makes off with a cultural artifact…and every piece of evidence suggests Nishika is the thief! Now it’s up to the Cadets and their new friend Rax to investigate the crime and prove her innocence, all while dodging station security. But can they find the true culprit before their diplomatic mission is ruined forever? And what if they discover that the situation in this beautiful nebula is not as perfect as their hosts would have them believe?

Hiromu Arakawa, award-winning manga creator of the best-selling smash hit Fullmetal Alchemist, draws readers into an intricate new web of magic, intrigue, and life-or-death stakes! In a world where certain humans command mighty supernatural duos called Daemons, it is the birthright of “the children who sunder day and night”—twins Yuru and Asa—to rule over these powerful entities. Separated from a young age and unaware of the truth of their birth, brother and sister must fight to make their way back to each other, claim their birthright, and save the world…Ancient Daemons awaken to fight a new battle in an age-old war!!A debilitated Akio explains why he betrayed the Kagemori clan to a bewildered Natsuki. Nearby, Mountain God’s relics explode without warning, allowing Akio to flee captivity and unite with his enigmatic new companions from western Japan. Hana is subsequently summoned to a clandestine meeting of Higashi Village agents, where the same hostile force that attacked the Kagemoris has planted another set of bombs!

(W) Yukinobu Tatsu With exams over, summer vacation is finally in full swing! Taiki and Chinatsu go on a secret date at the fireworks festival, but their romantic time together is cut short when they run into other Eimei students. Can they keep hiding their relationship from their friends and classmates? For mature audiences.

(W) William Moulton Marston, Alice Marble (A) Harry G. Peter, Frank Goodwin, Sheldon Moldoff (CA) Harry G. Peter WHERE IT ALL BEGAN! THE FIRST WONDER WOMAN COMICS EVER. Beautiful as Aphrodite, wise as Athena, swifter than Mercury, and stronger than Hercules, Wonder Woman emerged in the comics scene during the onset of World War II as an inspirational hero for hope during one of history?s bleakest moments. Her amazing feats of strength and courage--as well as her compassion toward her enemies--truly made her a standout from her gung-ho shoot first, ask questions later contemporaries, which is why her legacy has endured for over 85 years. This volume features her origin tale and the Wonder Women of History backup stories reprinted for the first time ever! Collects ALL-STAR COMICS #8, COMIC CAVALCADE #1-2, SENSATION COMICS #1-18, and WONDER WOMAN #1-4.

(W) Harunohi Biyori (A) Geso Umiu A DEVILISHLY DELIGHTFUL BIRTHDAYIt's been five years since the Golden Beast of the Demon Realm was reborn as the baby Yulucia of the Holy Kingdom of Talitelud, and it's time to celebrate! Thanks to a decree by her grandfather the king, her birthday party is being held at the castle. There, Yulucia finally meets her devious older sisters who try to play pranks on her only to be met with the little devil's laughter. What's more, the four attendants Yulucia's father assigned to her are lazy, selfish, and greedy perfect!Just when Yulucia thinks her day couldn't get any better, the so-called “silver princess” decides to hold a tea party by moonlight. The princess smells of blood and Yulucia can't help but be intrigued by her invitation. Looks like life as a five-year-old is going to be lots of fun!

(W) FUNA (A/CA) Neko Mint Be careful what you wish for in this magical comedy about the pitfalls of rebirth! When she turns ten years old, Adele von Ascham is hit with a horrible headache - and memories of her previous life as an eighteen-year-old Japanese girl named Kurihara Misato. That life changed abruptly, however, when Misato died trying to aid a little girl and met god. During that meeting, she made an odd request and asked for average abilities in her next life. But few things - especially wishes - ever go quite as planned.

(W/A) Satoru Noda After Oinokami's shocking loss in the championship, it's time to rebuild the team. Coach Nihei kicks things off with the fledgling team members. After a full day of exhausting dry-land training in the woods, the rookies must show what they can do on the ice. With the weight of years of tradition on their backs, can they prove to Coach Nihei and the upperclassmen that they have what it takes to fight their way back to the championship throne? And what if one of their opponents is...a bear?

(W) Foxies Busho (A) Clione A LOVE THAT DEFIES THE GODS AND EVEN DEATH ITSELF!After Eros “accidentally” shoots Hades, the god of the Underworld is irresistibly drawn to Persephone, goddess of flowers. After they share a night of incredible passion, Hades is determined to make Persephone his queen. She agrees with one condition: she must be free to tend her fields in the Divine Realm. Their love faces its first test when Zeus sets his sights on Persephone, forcing the couple to flee to the Underworld together to escape his grasp.A shocking truth awaits them Eros's arrow and Zeus's obsession are all part of a larger conspiracy by the gods, one that could change the fate of Hades and the Underworld forever. What dark schemes does Zeus have in store? And as gods who have only ever known eternal life, can they solve the mystery of death?

(W) Keith Giffen, Various (A) Matthew Clark, Ron Randall, Various (CA) Matthew Clark FROM COMICS LEGEND KEITH GIFFEN AND CELEBRATED ARTIST MATTHEW CLARK COMES THEIR CELEBRATED, LONG-OUT-OF-PRINT, AND NEVER-BEFORE-FULLY-COLLECTED DOOM PATROL SERIES (AS A SHINY NEW OMNIBUS)! Who are the Doom Patrol, when every story ever told about them is true but coexists in contradiction? From the wreckage of their multiple lives, the World?s Strangest Heroes must find purpose in a world of impermanence. From writer Keith Giffen (Justice League International, Lobo) and artists Matthew Clark and Ron Randall comes the story of misfit heroes trying to make sense of their existence before the next big reboot hits. Collects Doom Patrol (vol. 5) #1-22, 52 Aftermath: The Four Horsemen #1-6, Teen Titans (vol. 3) #32 and #34-37, The Brave and the Bold (vol. 3) #8, Secret Six (vol. 2) #4, Secret Six (vol. 3) #30, and pages from Secret Six (vol. 2) #3 and DC Comics Presents #52, Giffen?s first work with the team and the first appearance of Ambush Bug! Featuring a brand-new introduction by Matthew Clark, along

(W/A) Yusei Matsui Tokiyuki has emerged from hiding and joined forces with Kitabatake Akiie. He has also sworn allegiance to Go-Daigo's southern court in order to seek revenge upon Ashikaga Takauji. With Akiie's rowdy troops in the vanguard, Tokiyuki is chosen to lead the attack and attempt to seize Kamakura once again. But the pass is guarded by a former member of the Kanto Hisashiban, and breaking through will force Tokiyuki to risk his life in a one-on-one duel to the death!

(W) Katsuhisa Minami FINAL VOLUME!One hitman is feared above all in Japan: the killing machine known as The Fable. But is he really a tough guy or more of a...weirdo? After a particularly lucrative spree necessitates a break from his life of crime, the Fable faces his hardest assignment ever: living as a normal guy, with a cover story, an apartment, and a pet parrot! An Angouleme Official Selection. It's Way of the Househusband minus the wife and kid, plus one adorable, friendly bird, topped off with a whole lotta blood! Inspired the new anime. Omnibus edition includes VOL 21-22.DON'T KILL OR BE KILLEDAll the masks have fallen away. The fearless Yamaoka is in open rebellion against the nameless organization some call the Fable. The true identity of “Akira Sato” is as the most skilled assassin Japan has ever known is now clear even to his gentle coworker Misaki. Traps are sprung, secrets are revealed, and time runs out for everyone as the grand finale begins!

(W) Gerry Duggan (A/CA) Garry Brown The greatest romantacy/action/supernatural mystery in comics rolls on. A samurai and a gunslinger meet in purgatory and begin their torrid romance. It's not all love in an undead paradise, they are hounded by a cult of warriors who are one foot from hell, and the undead monsters that roam the giant island. Can Asami & MacRaith survive long enough to escape the island? This time GERRY DUGGAN (X-Men & Deadpool) and superstar artist GARRY BROWN and joined by guest artist MARK TORRES for a flashback to a samurai battle that changed the course of Asami's life.? Collects issues #5-10.

(W) Mark Waid (A) Mike Wieringo; Howard Porter; Paul Smith (CA) Mike Wieringo One of the greatest creative pairings on FANTASTIC FOUR since Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, Mark Waid and Mike Wieringo brought Marvel's First Family into a golden era!Pushed beyond their limits, the Fantastic Four invade Latveria and take control of the country - and neither Doctor Doom nor Nick Fury and S.H.I.E.L.D. can stop them! But what inner demons are driving Reed Richards to the brink? And can the FF overcome them before the bombs start to rain down on Latveria? When their actions lead to the death of one of their own, the First Family storms the gates of Heaven to save their teammate! Reunited and back in the Big Apple, the FF have a lot to answer for - but when you're trying to regain the trust of cynical New Yorkers, is allying with a certain misunderstood wall-crawler a wise move? Find out as the Human Torch teams up with Spider-Man against the liquid menace of Hydro-Man!COLLECTING: Fantastic Four (1998) 503-513

(W/A) Kasumi Yasuda Does the world really need the inhumane system of transfloration that spawned Ivy? Those who harbor doubts have begun attacking Transflora Medical, where Toshiro now works. Meanwhile, his friend and coworker Hourai is laying her latest trap for the antitransfloration movement. A fierce battle for the future of transfloration has begun-who will emerge victorious?

(W) Saka Mikami Two rival schools stand next door to each other: one for elite ladies, one for good-for-nothing boys. But one of those boys might just be a naturally chivalrous diamond in the rough, and one of those girls might be a little more open-minded than is proper... This cute and twisty manga spin on Romeo and Juliet is the latest hit in Japan, coming to print from a successful digital-first release!The lady of the house, wise and virtuous…Subaru convinces the girls who spotted Kaoruko and Rintaro on their date to meet the Chidori boys for themselves. While the hangout goes well enough at first, an outburst from Ayu threatens the progress made. Thankfully, the group manages to talk it all out, and now that their friends have been introduced to each other, it's time for the next hurdle in Kaoruko and Rintaro's relationship: visiting Rintaro's home together!

(W/A) Yuu Watase Ten years after being sucked into The Universe of the Four Gods, Suzuno leads a quiet life as a high school student in Tokyo. Just when she decides to get serious about her future and think about marriage, the book mysteriously reappears and throws all her plans into question. She resolves to return the book to the library...

(W) Hitomi Takano MYSTERIES OF THE PAST COLLIDE WITH THE PRESENT!When Isahaya Ichi was in school, her best friend, Edo Enami, suddenly disappeared. To track her down, Ichi asked former classmate Masaki Makuhito for help. Eventually, the two discover that Enami is in the hospital, but with no way to get inside, Ichi turns to Adzuru Taro, one of the people responsible for Enami's disappearance. Taro is entirely different from his student days, having become a politician who campaigns for gender equality. Can Ichi help her friend in time, even as the school's many mysteries continue to come to light?