ros_lanta's Reviews (988)

After really enjoying the anime adaptation of Devils and Realist it was inevitable that I would try the original manga (which I believe covers much more story as the anime only lasted 12 episodes). I'm glad to say I really enjoyed this first volume. The art style is generally good, though I do find some of the action scenes hard to figure out. 

Set in a British boys' boarding school in the 19th century (a setting I wouldn't necessarily expect to see in a fantasy manga, but enjoy) this is a highly entertaining story of devils and angels forcing their way into the life of a human who really doesn't want them there. It does at times remind me a little bit of the TV series Lucifer (which is definitely a good thing). 

There are also definite gay vibes here - without having read more I don't know if it ever goes beyond vibes (the anime did not) but the vibes are not subtle. 

I already want to read volume two. 

This is the third book in the Ravenfall series and is another atmospheric, seasonal read which I really enjoyed. I love the new setting of the Witchwood and the inclusion of the house with chicken legs. 

As previously this is a book with strong themes, including family, friendship and growing up. Anna continues to learn more about her Jewish heritage and I appreciated the inclusion of a discussion of antisemitism. 

Overall this is a middle grade series I highly recommend and I'm already looking forward to book four.